Kyoto in Sightseeing tour/Guided tour

• Age 1～Age 70
• 4～5 hours
• 08:40 / 09:50

Dear customers, the following is a reference itinerary for that day (please note that the tour guide may adjust the order of the itinerary based on the actual situation on that day or remove the staying time of some attractions.) *Pre-travel notice: We will send you detailed tour guide and vehicle information by email between 20:00 and 21:00 the night before your trip, so please be sure to check it. Please note that the email may be mistakenly sorted into the trash can, so please check it carefully. During the busy tourist season, the sending of emails may be slightly delayed, so we hope you will understand. If you receive multiple emails due to special circumstances, please use the last email. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. *One of the Three Views of Japan - Amanohashidate Observation Area "Amanohashidate", which floats in Miyazu Bay on the Sea of Japan, is known as one of the "Three Views of Japan" along with "Matsushima" and "Miyajima". The sandbar is 3.6 kilometers long, with pine trees planted along the coast and white sand beaches on both sides, like a bridge in the sky. If you climb to the observation deck of Mount Monju, you can look down as if you were a flying dragon, and it is called "Hiryu-kan". Ine Funaya - Venice City, Japan Visit the floating boathouse in Ine Village and experience the primitive ecological landscape. Interact with seagulls on a pleasure boat to Ine Bay. The pleasure boat ticket is at your own expense. *Cycling tour Complimentary bicycles are available for free use, making it convenient to explore the alleys and boathouses of Ine Village. Please note: Due to the long distance travel, the actual arrival time is greatly affected by traffic and weather factors. The above times are merely estimates. Please do not book activities later than the itinerary on the same day. The operator is not responsible for any damages caused by delays. This is a shared tour and participants come from all over the world.

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• Age 1～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:40 / 09:50

Get on and off at the meeting point08:40▼Nihonbashi Station Exit 2 (Namba-Shinsaibashi area)09:50▼Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit (in front of 7-Eleven)10:30▼Kinkaku-ji Temple (approx. 40 mins)Visiting fees are at the customer's expense.12:00▼Kiyomizu-dera Temple area (individual visit, free stroll, lunch on your own / approx. 3.5 hours)15:30▼Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine (approx. 70 mins)17:00▼After enjoying the day's itinerary, start heading back.19:00▼Shinsaibashi, Dotonbori area (free stroll / approx. 1 hour)This is a shared tour, and participants come from all over the world.

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• Age 1～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 07:20

Explore Japan's hidden gems: Ine Town, Amanohashidate, and Miyama Kayabuki Village *Ine Town - Known as the "Venice of Japan," you'll feel like you're in another world when you float by. One of the most beautiful villages and towns in Japan, this town has over 230 funaya houses lined up along the shores of Ine Bay, allowing you to feel the pristine scenery of nature. Stroll or bike through the picturesque streets and admire the crystal blue waters blending with the deep green mountains. At Funaya Hiyori, you can visit not only exquisite cafes but also real funaya houses. *Amanohashidate - Known as one of the "Three Views of Japan," Amanohashidate is a sandbar that looks like a bridge in the sky. Standing at the observation deck of Mount Monju, Amanohashidate looks like a dragon and overlooks this beautiful natural wonder. Don't forget to sign a fan at Chienji Temple to pray for academic success. You can also take a leisurely stroll along the beach to enjoy the fine white sand and cool seawater. Miyama Kayabuki Village - Experience the charm of ancient Japan and enter "Miyama Kayabuki Village" to feel the tranquility of the past. The thatched roof houses here are known as one of the three largest thatched roof houses still standing in Japan, and it feels like you have wandered into an isolated wonderland. Don't forget to try Miyama's milk soft serve at "Korofukuro" and check in at the red postbox that captures a moment in Miyama. This trip will leave you with unforgettable memories as you appreciate Japan's most beautiful natural scenery and traditional culture, including the tranquility of the boathouse on the water and the majestic view of the sandbar. This is a shared tour and participants come from all over the world.

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• 24'～25' New Year's Campaign Sale

• Age 1～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:40 / 09:50

Boarding and alighting at the meeting point 08:40 ▼Nihonbashi Station, Exit 2 (Namba-Shinsaibashi area) 09:50 ▼Kyoto Station, Hachijo Exit (in front of 7-Eleven) 07:30-08:30 ▼Pick up/drop off/pick up at hotel/private lodging, hotel/private lodging on the Osaka Loop Line 10:30 ▼Sanzenin Temple (free time to explore/lunch on your own/approximately 140 minutes, fees at customer's expense) Sanzenin Temple in Ohara, Kyoto is a monzeki temple where princes and members of the imperial family have served as chief priests for generations. You can enjoy the beauty unique to Kyoto, such as the pond ornamental garden Jyuhekien, which allows you to feel the richness of the four seasons, the pond stroll garden Yuseien, the prestigious Shinden and Kyakuden, and Ojo Gokuraku-in, an important cultural property that houses national treasures. You can enjoy beautiful scenery throughout the four seasons, with mountain cherry blossoms and rhododendrons in spring, hydrangeas in early summer, autumn leaves in autumn, and covered in snow in winter. (Admission fee: 700 yen for adults, 400 yen for junior and senior high school students, 150 yen for elementary school students) Kyobi Chaya Genre: Tofu dishes, creative cuisine Soba Ippuku Chaya Genre: Udon, tofu dishes, sweets shop Rokawa Chaya Genre: Udon, tofu dishes, sweets shop Shino Matsumon Genre: Japanese cuisine, tofu dishes 14:00 ▼Arashiyama (free stroll / about 3 hours) Located in the northwest of Kyoto, Arashiyama attracts many people with its world-famous bamboo forest and beautiful scenery that changes with the seasons. The area is dotted with temples, old imperial villas, and famous historical sites, many of which are recognized as national treasures or world heritage sites. The entire area has been designated as a scenic spot by the Japanese government. The tourist train that connects Arashiyama and Kameoka is the "Sagano Scenic Train." The 7.3km route from "Torokko Saga Station" to "Torokko Kameoka Station" takes about 25 minutes, and you can enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Hozugawa Valley in every season, including beautiful cherry blossoms in spring, fresh greenery and the murmuring of the river in summer, glossy autumn leaves in autumn, and snowy scenery in winter. It is a scenic spot that delights the eyes of visitors throughout the year. Restaurants and souvenir shops line the streets, and there is a shop where you can taste sweets near Togetsukyo Bridge. Recommended sightseeing course (We recommend that you choose one that suits your taste and enjoy sightseeing. The fee is at the customer's expense.) 17:00 ▼ After enjoying the day's itinerary, we start to return. 19:00 ▼ Shinsaibashi, Dotonbori area (free stroll / about 1 hour) Guests can play in the Shinsaibashi area of Osaka for about an hour. After playing, guests who are boarding and disembarking at the meeting point will disband in the Shinsaibashi area. Guests who are taking a course to a hotel or guesthouse should wait for the shuttle bus. Once the shuttle bus arrives, you will be taken back to your hotel or guesthouse and the tour will end. This is a shared tour and participants come from all over the world.

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• 24'～25' New Year's Campaign Sale

• Age 1～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 07:30

07:30-08:30: Pick-up/drop-off/transfer to hotel/private inn Hotels/private inns within the Osaka Loop Line 10:00 ▼ Kiyomizu-dera area (individual worship, free stroll, free lunch/approximately 3 hours) Recommended sightseeing course Course 1: Kiyomizu-dera (customer pays admission fee) - Ni-san-nen-zaka - Ishibe-koji - Gion·Hanami-koji-dori - Yasaka Shrine You can visit your favorite spots according to your stamina and time~Course 2: Kimono experience (Customers who are interested can wear a kimono and enjoy the old townscape and touring Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Let's take pictures of the wonderful moment.) (There are many kimono shops near Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. We recommend renting a kimono at a shop at Kiyomizu-dera Temple and returning it at a shop at Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. The fee is at the customer's expense.) 13:30 ▼ Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine (individual visit and free stroll / about 70 minutes) 16:00 ▼ Nara Park (individual visit and free stroll / about 1.5 hours) "Deer and autumn leaves" interweave "Nara Park" The contrast between the autumn leaves and evergreen trees is vivid Recommended tourist spot [Todaiji Temple] (Admission fee is at the customer's expense.) Todaiji Temple was built during the Nara period. Nara is popular with tourists and once served as the capital of Japan. It is registered as a World Heritage Site as one of the "Cultural Monuments of Ancient Nara" by UNESCO. Todaiji Temple has eight national treasure buildings, 14 buildings with 24 national treasure Buddha statues, and nine other national treasures, including paintings and books. The famous Great Buddha, the Great South Gate, the Kongorikishi statues, and the Hokkedo Hall, as well as the Buddha statues enshrined within, are all national treasures. There are very few places in Japan where you can see so many national treasures at once. Admission fees: Todaiji Temple Great Buddha Hall: 600 yen for adults (junior high school students and above), 300 yen for elementary school students; Great Buddha Hall and Todaiji Museum: 1000 yen for adults (junior high school students and above), 400 yen for elementary school students 17:30▼After a fun day of sightseeing, we start to head back. 18:30Shinsaibashi, Dotonbori area (Guests on the course that takes you to your hotel or guesthouse should wait for the shuttle bus. When the shuttle bus arrives, we will take you back to your hotel or guesthouse and the tour will end.)This is a mixed tour, and participants come from all over the world.

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• For Rainy Days
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• 24'～25' New Year's Campaign Sale

• Age 1～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 08:40 / 09:50

Boarding and disembarking at the meeting point 08:40▼Nihonbashi Station Exit 2 (Namba-Shinsaibashi area) 09:50▼Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit (in front of 7-Eleven) 10:00▼Kiyomizu-dera area (individuals must visit the temple, stroll around freely, and have lunch at their leisure / approx. 3 hours) Recommended sightseeing course Course 1: Kiyomizu-dera Temple (customers are responsible for admission fees) - Ni-Sannenzaka - Ishibekoji - Gion·Hanamikoji-dori - Yasaka Shrine You can visit your favorite spots according to your stamina and time~Course 2: Kimono experience (Customers who are interested can wear a kimono and enjoy the old townscape and touring Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Let's take pictures of the wonderful moment.) (There are many kimono shops near Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. We recommend renting a kimono at a shop at Kiyomizu-dera Temple and returning it at a shop at Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. The fee is at the customer's expense.) 13:30 ▼ Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine (individual visit and free stroll / about 70 minutes) 16:00 ▼ Nara Park (individual visit and free stroll / about 1.5 hours) "Deer and autumn leaves" interweave "Nara Park" The contrast between the autumn leaves and evergreen trees is vivid Recommended tourist spot [Todaiji Temple] (Admission fee is at the customer's expense.) Todaiji Temple was built during the Nara period. Nara is popular with tourists and once served as the capital of Japan. It is registered as a World Heritage Site as one of the "Cultural Monuments of Ancient Nara" by UNESCO. Todaiji Temple has eight national treasure buildings, 14 buildings with 24 national treasure Buddha statues, and nine other national treasures including paintings and books. The famous Great Buddha, the Great South Gate, the Kongorikishi statues, and the Hokkedo Hall, as well as the Buddha statues enshrined within, are all national treasures. There are very few places in Japan where you can see so many national treasures at once. Admission fee: Todaiji Temple Great Buddha Hall: 600 yen for adults (junior high school students and above), 300 yen for elementary school students; Great Buddha Hall and Todaiji Museum: 1000 yen for adults (junior high school students and above), 400 yen for elementary school students 17:30▼After a fun day of sightseeing, we start heading back. 18:30Shinsaibashi, Dotonbori area (free time/about 1 hour)This is a mixed tour, and participants come from all over the world.

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• 24'～25' New Year's Campaign Sale

• Age 0～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

[Fly from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji! ] It is a sightseeing flight plan that makes a round trip from Tokyo over Lake Ashinoko by helicopter. We will fly along the coast of Tokaido such as Rainbow Bridge, Odaiba, Minato Mirai, and Enoshima. You will be fascinated by the spectacular appearance of Mt. Fuji floating in the distance. You can enjoy various scenes such as gifts for parents, hospitality for overseas customers, activities with children, etc. *If the weather conditions are not good, you may not be able to see Mt.Fuji. Depending on the weather conditions, we may guide you to change to a shorter course than before.

• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day

* The required time for a one-day charter is 10 hours (including driving time). * If the departure point is outside Osaka, the driver's round-trip time will be deducted. For continuous charter trips of more than two days (if the return point is outside Osaka on the same day), the driver's accommodation fee of 10,000 yen per night will be borne by the customer to prevent the driver from becoming fatigued. *A day tour of popular tourist spots in Uji, touring in a comfortable chartered tourist car. *You can freely choose the departure time according to your request, and you can freely customize the itinerary and tourist spots according to your request. *Tourist car hire is available in vehicles suitable for 6 and 9 seats, and we also provide pick-up and drop-off services, so you can arrive at your destination safely and comfortably. *All vehicles provided comply with Japanese laws, and our drivers have more than 3 years of driving experience. *We provide services in multiple languages, including Japanese, Chinese, Cantonese, and English. *One day trip to Uji (example)* [Recommended route] Byodo-in Temple - Tea and Uji Historical Park - Uji River - Matcha tea shop making experience Departure from Osaka at 9:00 (If the departure point is not Osaka, the driver's round trip time will be deducted.) Byodo-in Temple World Cultural Heritage and a famous tourist attraction in Uji. The representative building of Byodo-in Temple is the Phoenix Hall, and the design on the 10 yen coin currently in circulation is also the Phoenix Hall, and the Phoenix statue on the back of the 10,000 yen note is also the Phoenix on the roof of the Phoenix Hall. Hall. Tea and Uji Historical Park Located in front of Byodo-in Temple, this shopping street is strongly influenced by Japanese culture, and there are many matcha shops on both sides of the street, and you can also buy lunch and souvenirs here. Uji River Nakanoshima is located in the middle of the river, and a bridge connects Nakanoshima to the east and west banks. There is also the Uji Bridge that spans the east and west banks. Recommended matcha shops1. Nakamura TokichiKnown as the king of matcha in Japan, it has a history of 150 years and is so famous that it has become a local landmark.2. Ito KuemonThis is also a famous shop that is just as famous as Nakamura Tokichi, with a rich matcha flavor, and during hydrangea season they offer a parfait with a hydrangea-only flavor, and their matcha soba is also delicious!3. Tsuen ChakanEstablished in the 12th century, this is one of the top ten long-established shops in Japan, and once offered tea to historical figures such as Ashikaga Yoshimasa, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, and Tokugawa Ieyasu.You will return to Osaka at 6pm (if your final destination is not Osaka, the driver's round-trip time will be deducted.)

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• 24'～25' New Year's Campaign Sale

• Age 0～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day

* The required time for a one-day charter is 10 hours (including driving time). * If the departure point is outside Osaka, the driver's round-trip time will be deducted. For continuous charter trips exceeding 2 days (if the return point is outside Osaka on the same day), the driver's accommodation fee of 10,000 yen per night will be borne by the customer to prevent the driver from becoming fatigued. * A day tour of popular tourist spots around Uji in a comfortable chartered tourist hire car. You can freely choose the departure time according to your request, and you can freely customize the itinerary and tourist spots according to your request. * Tourist hire cars are available in vehicles suitable for 6 and 9 seats, and we also provide pick-up and drop-off services, so you can arrive at your destination safely and comfortably. All vehicles provided comply with Japanese law, and drivers have more than 3 years of driving experience. * We provide services in multiple languages, including Japanese, Chinese, Cantonese, and English. One-day sightseeing route: Uji Bridge - Tale of Genji Museum - Uji Shrine - Byodoin Temple - Nakamura Tokichi Matcha Shop 9:00 Departure (If the departure point is not Osaka, the driver's round-trip time will be deducted.) 10:30 Arrive at Uji Bridge There is a stone statue of Murasaki Shikibu, the Uji River flows fast and is clear, and on sunny days and at dusk you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of cherry blossoms, autumn leaves and sunsets. The journey takes 1.5 hours. 12:00 Lunch 13:00 Go to the Tale of Genji Museum Murasaki Shikibu's novel "The Tale of Genji" is also known as the Japanese version of "Dream of the Red Chamber". It is okay if you have not read the original work, but some of the exhibition rooms in the museum have restored scenes from the Tale of Genji. It is recommended to stay for 1 hour. 14:00 Go to Uji Shrine Ujikami Shrine is the oldest shrine in Japan. The first place you arrive at after passing through the torii gate is the worship hall, which is covered with clean sand on both sides, representing yin and yang, respectively, and it is said that this is a sacred place. We recommend visiting for an hour, as the gods descend here and bring good luck and ward off evil. 15:00 Byodo-in Temple Byodo-in Temple is an early Japanese wooden building, and we recommend a one-hour tour. 16:00 Nakamura Tokichi Matcha Shop This shop is famous for its matcha, and you can enjoy matcha sweets while looking at the beautiful scenery, so we recommend a visit of about one and a half hours. 15:30 Return (If the final destination is not Osaka, the driver's round-trip time will be deducted.)

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• For Family
• 24'～25' New Year's Campaign Sale

• Age 0～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day

* The required time for a one-day charter is 10 hours (including driving time). * If the departure point is outside Osaka, the driver's round-trip time will be deducted. For continuous charter trips of more than two days (if the return destination is outside Osaka on the same day), the driver's accommodation fee of 10,000 yen per night will be borne by the customer to prevent the driver from becoming fatigued. * A day trip to Kyoto's popular tourist spots in a comfortable chartered tourist hire car. You can freely choose the departure time according to your request, and you can freely customize the itinerary and tourist spots according to your request. * Tourist hire cars are available in vehicles suitable for 6 and 9 passengers, and we also provide pick-up and drop-off services, so you can arrive at your destination safely and comfortably. All vehicles provided comply with Japanese law, and our drivers have more than 3 years of driving experience. * We provide services in multiple languages, including Japanese, Chinese, Cantonese, and English. * A day trip to Kyoto (example) * (If the departure point is not Osaka, the driver's round-trip time will be deducted.) 8:55 A tourist taxi will pick you up. The driver will arrive at the departure time and wait at the pre-designated location. 9:30 Enjoy Kyoto's ancient culture at Fushimi Inari Taisha Fushimi Inari Taisha attracts many people with its spectacular views and bright red torii gates. It is a huge shrine that occupies the entire Inariyama area, and the main hall is built at the foot of the mountain. Fushimi Inari Taisha is said to bring benefits not only for business prosperity and bountiful harvests, but also safe childbirth, peace of mind, and academic success. 11:00 Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Rurikoin Temple Located at the foot of Mount Hiei, which straddles northeastern Kyoto City and Shiga Prefecture, Rurikoin Temple has become a hot topic on social media as a famous spot for autumn leaves. It was originally a villa built from the end of the Taisho period to the early Showa period. It is currently the head temple of the Jodo Shinshu sect of Buddhism, Mumeizan Koukoji, in Kyoto, and its main temple is located in Gifu. It is only open to the public for two months, spring and autumn, to protect cultural assets. During the season of green maples and autumn leaves, the lapis lazuli garden seen from Sukiya Zuko Shoin is very photogenic. It is crowded with people trying to take pictures of the beautiful scenery. 12:00 Enjoy delicious Japanese cuisine for lunch We will guide you to a traditional Japanese restaurant for lunch. Please enjoy the delicate taste of Japanese cuisine! 13:00 Stroll to clear your mind at Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka are the roads leading to the World Heritage site Kiyomizu-dera Temple. There are many antique shops and galleries selling Kiyomizu-yaki pottery, as well as cafes and sweet shops where you can taste Kyoto sweets. There are many shops selling incense and yatsuhashi, which are perfect as souvenirs from Kyoto, so it is also recommended to stop by on the way back from sightseeing at Kiyomizu-dera Temple. It is fun to walk around eating while looking at the charming townhouses, but please be careful when walking as there is a stone slope and the footing is a little difficult. There is a legend that says, "If you fall, you will die within two or three years," and this saying is said to be an ancient warning that has been passed down to this day.

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• 24'～25' New Year's Campaign Sale

• Age 6～
• 1～2 hours
• 10:30 / 12:30 / 14:30

Wazuka-cho, Kyoto Prefecture, is the main producing area of Uji tea, and it is also known as the "chagenkyo" because of the beauty of its tea plantations. In Wazuka Town, a guided tea plantation walk for about 1 hour. The scenery that you can see while walking is definitely on Instagram ☆ After having enjoyed the story about tea with such scenery, we will carefully brew the Uji tea produced in Wazuka, which is recommended at that time. You'll be amazed at the scent and taste. Please enjoy it with a Japanese-style confectionery shop made in Wazuka Town.

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• In Door Activity

• Age 3～Age 100
• 1 Day or more
• 18:00

Nogawa Nature School will advance to Kansai. This tour will be hosted by Ryo from the Tokyo school and staff member Muro from Kyoto. Meet at Kyoto Station, and reserve a business hotel for each person. This is a car-only trip to the river. The next day, we will depart at 7:00 and search for Japanese pond turtles in the Lake Biwa water system. The main focus of the Kyoto tour is observing the giant salamander, a natural monument. In addition, we will guide you to several points in Kyoto and capture aquatic insects, amphibians, red-bellied newts, and river crabs. The main tour is at night, but the next day, we will search for Japanese pond turtles by rummaging around the Lake Biwa water system from the morning. We look forward to your participation.

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• For Groups

• Age 1～Age 100
• Within 1 hour
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

Amanohashidate, which appears in mythology, has been visited by many tourists for a long time. It is a plan to enjoy cruising such Amanohashidate on a chartered motor boat. After leaving Amanohashidate Pier, you will be impressed by the view of Amanohashidate over Miyazu Bay, passing through the Circular Bridge and the Amanohashidate Canal! Please spend a luxurious time with your own chartered cruising!

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• Age 0～Age 110
• 4～5 hours
• 09:00 / 09:30

The activity is a place of encounter. Enjoy a day with Monk Pierre, combining discovery, lecture and meditation, in a day of Zen culture that has shaped Japan. This is a rare opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful temples in Japan, Kosho-ji in Uji, with a private visit from an expert. Pierre is a permanent guest of Kosho-ji. Zen is an invitation. You are therefore Pierre's guest, but also Kosho-ji's. Monk Pierre, who has been a monk for 40 years, will guide you through the corridors and gardens that he knows so well, and will share with you the secrets of the tradition that continues through the generations. He will tell you the story of the temple and its founder, Zen Master Dogen, convey the subtle meaning of the architecture, and help you decipher its rich meaning. In front of the garden, you can get a glimpse of the meaning of the landscape and, above all, explore your own curiosity about nature through a contemplation of stones, trees, water and space. In the garden, which is worthy of meditation and wonder, you can also experience haiku and Zen koans. Or you can simply savour tea. At the oldest Buddhist temple in Japan, we invite you to a meditation session where you can honestly face yourself, which is usually only available to monks. Let's try the direct experience of Shikantaza on the platform. ~Experience flow~ 9:00 Start 10:00 Temple guide 10:40 Zazen experience 12:00 Meal (lunch box) 13:00 One of the favorite workshops: Haiku and Koan workshop, magic, and finally calligraphy... Disband (Pick up at the station)

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• In Door Activity
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• Age 0～Age 110
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 09:30

This activity is a place of encounter. Enjoy a day with Monk Pierre, combining discovery, lecture and meditation, in a day of Zen culture that has shaped Japan. This is a rare opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful temples in Japan, Kosho-ji in Uji, with a private visit from an expert. Pierre is a permanent guest of Kosho-ji. Zen is an invitation. You are therefore Pierre's guest, but also Kosho-ji's. Monk Pierre, who has been a monk for 40 years, will guide you through the corridors and gardens that he knows so well, and will share with you the secrets of the tradition that continues through the ages. He will tell you the story of the temple and its founder, Zen Master Dogen, convey the subtle meaning of the architecture, and help you to decipher its rich meaning. In front of the garden, you can get a glimpse of the meaning of the landscape and, above all, explore your own curiosity about nature through a contemplation of stones, trees, water and space. In the garden, which is worthy of meditation and wonder, you can also experience haiku and Zen koans. Or you can simply savour a cup of tea. At Japan's oldest Buddhist temple, we invite you to a meditation session where you can honestly face yourself, which is usually only available to monks. Let's try the direct experience of Shikantaza on the platform. ~Experience flow~ 9:00 Start, temple guide 10:30 Zazen experience 10:40 Garden viewing, Buddhist history workshop 12:00 Meal (lunch box) 13:00 Choose three favorite workshops from the workshops: haiku and koan workshop, magic, and finally calligraphy... 16:00 Disband (Pick up at the station)

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• In Door Activity
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