Guided tour in Japan Page 16

• Age 3～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

This is an experience program unique to Shizuoka, the tea-producing region, where you can learn about tea from farmers at a tea plantation where high-quality tea is produced using the Chagusaba farming method, a World Agricultural Heritage site, and enjoy a sencha ceremony where you brew delicious tea yourself in a teapot. In addition, with this plan, you will enjoy a tea-filled time at ``Chamonji no Sato Higashiyama'', the area's premier tea producing area. ~ Flow of the experience ~ 10:00/13:00 Higashiyama Ipukudokoro: Deep steamed tea drinking comparison (about 30 minutes) 10:40/13:40 Information on Chagusaba farming at the tea plantation (tea picking experience available during tea season) (about 30 minutes) 11:20/14:20 Tea party with sencha brewed in a teapot on the terrace at the summit of Mt. Awagatake (about 30 minutes) 12:10/15:10 Souvenirs of tea bottles and tea bags at Higashiyama Ipukudokoro Disband after receiving

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• Age 10～Age 60
• 3～4 hours

[Greetings to guests] Kumano, the land of rebirth, the holy land of rebirth. By visiting these beautiful yet profound sacred sites and by interacting with the locals, you can look back, realize, and reset yourself. Shingu has an energetic, intense energy to the town itself. That power is also reflected in the Oto Matsuri, a fire festival, and the Mifune Matsuri, an annual festival at Hayatama Taisha Shrine. Touching that high Ki will change your life. In advance, choose the place you want to go and the dragon god you want to meet, and make a plan according to your dreams and wishes. Be objective in your interactions and clarify what you want. The day started after visiting Kamikura Shrine. Afterwards, head to the selected sacred place. By having a resurrection experience that you can feel with your five senses, it first affects your body. For example, touch the cold water of a waterfall and drink it. The waves of holy water circulate and purify the body. “Yummy!” you will exclaim. Since the mind and body are closely connected, the mind opens up in tune with the vibration. Words will come out by receiving aroma & color therapy, personal color diagnosis, counseling, etc. at the sacred place. Then your worries will be sorted out, and you will be freed from the obsessions you made in your head. Stand barefoot on the ground and ground. By connecting with Kumano and the earth, excess electricity and unnecessary emotions that have accumulated in the body will flow, power charging, and the heart will be activated. When my soul is shaken, why do I cry, and I feel happy and want to dance or sing, so I will express it without restraint. Reviving to return to your original self. I will also tell you a message from the dragon god.

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• Age 10～Age 60
• 3～4 hours

[Greetings to guests] Kumano, the land of rebirth, the holy land of rebirth. By visiting these beautiful yet profound sacred sites and by interacting with the locals, you can look back, realize, and reset yourself. In Katsuura, Mt. Nachi has been a sacred place for prayers since ancient times, and hot springs with different spring quality due to the activity of magma, as well as gourmet food such as raw tuna, are also attractive. It is a retreat where you can have fun while visiting sacred places, and when you feel like it, you will be purified and receive power.In advance, you can choose the place you want to go and the dragon god you want to meet, and plan a trip according to your dreams and wishes. Be objective in your interactions and clarify what you want. On the day of the event, we started by visiting Hirou Shrine and Nachi Taisha Shrine. Afterwards, head to the selected sacred place. By having a resurrection experience that you can feel with your five senses, it first affects your body. For example, looking up at Nachi Falls will make you exclaim, "Wow!" Since the mind and body are closely connected, the mind opens up in tune with the vibrations of the sacred grounds. By receiving Kumano Aroma & Color Therapy, Personal Color Diagnosis, Counseling, etc. at the sacred place, you will be able to organize your troubles and be freed from the obsessions you have created in your head. Meditate in the trees, stand barefoot on the ground, and ground. By calming the mind and connecting with Kumano and the earth, the excess electricity and unnecessary emotions that have accumulated in the body will flow, power charge, and the heart will be activated. When my soul is shaken, why do I cry, and I feel happy and want to dance or sing, so I will express it without restraint. Reviving to return to your original self. I will also tell you a message from the dragon god. Afterwards, relax in the hot springs.

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• Age 10～Age 60
• 3～4 hours

[Greetings to guests] A pilgrimage to Kumano is a trip that will change your life from ancient times. We review the present way of being, salvage the past, and connect to the future. It's amazing how just by visiting Kumano's sacred sites, you can be healed, energized, and full of power. That is the power of Kumano. Let's awaken your own power with various works, therapies, etc. that attract dreams and the future you want to achieve. In the message column in advance, select the place you want to go and the dragon god you want to meet, and make a trip according to your dreams and wishes. Be objective in your interactions and clarify what you want. The day started after visiting Kumano Hongu Taisha. Afterwards, head to the selected sacred place. By having a resurrection experience that you can feel with your five senses, it first affects your body. For example, if you lie down on the earth, the vibrations of the holy land will circulate and purify your body. “Feel good!” you will exclaim. Since the mind and body are closely connected, the mind opens up in tune with the vibration. By receiving therapy and counseling at the sacred place, your worries will be sorted out and you will be freed from the obsessions you made in your head. Stand barefoot on the ground and ground. By connecting with Kumano/Earth, excess electricity and unnecessary emotions that have accumulated in the body will flow, power charge, and heart will be activated. You can feel relieved by hugging a tree that has inspired you, or clear your mind and body by meditating by the river. When my soul is shaken, why do I cry, and I feel happy and want to dance and sing, so I will express it without restraint. It is important to return to your original self. I will also tell you a message from the dragon god.

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• Age 6～Age 90
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

An English-speaking guide will guide you through the townscape of Kitsuki, which has not changed since the Edo period. Depart from the Kitsuki Local Products Center and go up the Bansho-no-saka slope to enter the Edo period. You can feel like a samurai at places such as Suya-no-Saka slope and Shioya-no-Saka slope, which separate Minamidai and Kitadai, and samurai residences from about 220 years ago. Experience flow ①Meeting/departure Kitsuki Local Product Center (Kitsuki Tourist Information) ②Bansho-no-saka slope Go up the Bansho-no-saka slope to the Edo period ③Suya-no-saka slope / Shioya-no-saka slope Go down the Suya-no-saka slope Go up the Shioya-no-saka slope ④Hitostumastu residence ⑤Ohara residence Go down the Shinoya-no-saka slope Go up the Suya-no-saka slope ⑥Kanjoba-no-saka slope.

• Age 12～Age 85
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 13:30

Let's enjoy and easily visit the main spots of Daisen ♪ The guide will guide you through the nature, history and culture of Daisen in a fun way. The time required is 1 hour and 30 minutes. Introducing the nature, history and culture of Oyama easily in a short time. It is a fun and easy guided tour that makes you want to go to Oyama again! ～ Flow of the day ～ ① Acceptance 10 minutes ② Enjoy trekking around the nature, history and culture of Oyama. 90 minutes

• Age 12～Age 85
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:30

Why don't you enjoy cycling with an electrically power assisted bicycle while feeling the greenery and wind of Oyama? Since it is an electrically power assisted bicycle, you can run it with a light force. You can cycle while enjoying the ups and downs of Oyama! Feel the breeze of Oyama while slowly detouring with your guide. ～ Flow of the day ～ ① Acceptance 10 minutes ② Tour start 90 minutes touring in the nature of Oyama by electric bicycle ③ Tea time 30 minutes with spring water grown in the beech forest of Oyama ④ Challenge hill climb in the latter half of cycling! Since it is an electric bicycle, you can have fun and challenge yourself. 60 minutes

• Age 12～Age 85
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:30

Relaxing trekking in the primeval beech forest where the green shower pours. "Oh, I'm tired." A sigh that comes out many times. Stress builds up from my usual busyness, and when I notice it, my skin is rough and under my eyes ... This program may be recommended for prescriptions for those who feel "I'm a little tired". Escape from the everyday concrete jungle and take a leisurely trek through the primeval beech forest with a green shower. You can hear the chirping of birds, the murmuring of the river, the sound of leaves swaying in the wind, etc. You should cheer for the spectacular scenery you meet on the way, and feel that "living" is wonderful for the small life you find in the forest. A relaxing time to face nature. At the old temple, which boasts a history of more than 1000 years, I made a firm request, and by the time I returned, I should have changed to a comfortable sigh of bliss. ～ Flow of the day ～ ①Reception 10 minutes ②We will guide you while walking at a relaxed speed through the forest of Oyama surrounded by greenery. 180 minutes

• Age 6～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 06:00 / 06:30 / 07:00

⚫︎Product DescriptionIn 2021, Yanbaru, located in the northern part of Okinawa Island, where many endemic species live, was registered as a World Natural Heritage Site. Let's go out to observe the nature of Yanbaru with a nature guide. On this tour, we will observe the first half of the relatively easy-to-walk promenade and turn back at the suspension bridge along the way. The departure time varies depending on the sunrise time. April to September: 6:00 to 8:00 October, November, March: 6:30 to 8:30 December to February: 7:00 to 9:00 This tour is for 2 or more people. ⚫︎Activity Features ・Kunigami Village Registered Guide Yanbaru nature guides who are knowledgeable about plants, wild birds, insects, amphibians, reptiles, etc. will explain. ・Great place to observe endemic species You may be able to observe Okinawa endemic species such as the Noguchigera, Akahige, Okinawan Kenmori, and Okinawan Tree Lizard.・Best time for nature observation With the permission of the facility manager, we can enter the park before opening hours, so you have a higher chance of seeing rare creatures! ⚫︎Notes ・An additional admission fee for Hiji Falls is required (500 yen for high school students and above, 300 yen for elementary and junior high school students). ・We recommend wearing long sleeves to prevent mosquito bites. ・This tour only guides you through the first half of the park, where it is easy to observe creatures, and does not include a visit to Hiji Falls. If you would like to visit Hiji Falls, please re-enter after the tour. You can re-enter using the admission ticket for the day. If you wish to re-enter, please do so during the facility's opening hours. Opening hours: Summer / April 1st to October 31st (opens at 9:00 - last admission at 4:00 pm, closes at 6:00 pm) Winter / November 1st to March 31st (opens at 9:00 am - last admission at 3:00 pm, closes at 5:30 pm) ・Due to nature observation, we cannot guarantee that you will be able to see certain creatures. ・Depending on the time of the tour, you may not be able to have breakfast at the accommodation.

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• Age 12～Age 100
• 1 Day or more
• 09:30

Enjoy your stay at MONS GORA, a private villa created in May 2023, a rental villa with a free-flowing hot spring. Furthermore, this is a special plan that includes dinner at "Maison KEI", located in Gotemba, which was started by Parisian French restaurant "Restaurant KEI" and Japanese confectionery shop "Toraya", and a private tour of the museum!

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• Age 0～Age 90
• 1 Day or more

This healing experience is recommended by the Kishu Koyasan Yokobue Club. You can walk the pilgrimage route with a little effort, cook authentic Buddhist cuisine, and relax at the tea ceremony. You can also combine training and cultural experiences. Considering the purpose and the number of participants, we will have a meeting in advance and decide the plan. For this experience, you will use accommodation facilities within Koyasan.

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• Age 13～Age 60
• 4～5 hours
• 09:00 / 11:00 / 13:00

Effortless Exploration on an Electric Bike! Discover Your Favorite Sights in YokohamaUse public electric rental bikes to easily explore and enjoy a variety of attractions in the vibrant port city of Yokohama.Enjoy the stunning views and rich history of this port city with stops like Yamashita Park , Chinatown, and Minato Mirai. Compact and flexible, it's the ideal shore excursion for cruise ship passengers.Recommended stops include Chinatown, Marine Tower, Yamashita Park, Motomachi, Landmark Tower, Minato Mirai, Red Brick Warehouse, Cup Noodles Museum, Yokohamabashi Shopping Street, Yokohama Naritasan Temple, Iseyama Kotai Shrine, and more.We suggest visiting 4 or 5 locations in 4 hours for the best experience.Model Case9 :00 Meet at Sakuragicho station ~ Minato Mirai area10:00 Yamashita Park & Chinatown11:00 Motomachi Shopping Street12:00 Yokohama Naritasan Temple, Iseyama Kotai Shrine13:00 Drop off< <Within 24 hours after you make your reservation, the host will send you a questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your answers, the host will suggest the itinerary. Please feel free to share what you really want to do. The host will do their best to make it happen.> >

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• Age 6～Age 80
• 4～5 hours
• 09:00 / 11:00 / 13:00

Create Your Own Perfect Day in Yokohama! 4 hours Tour of Iconic SpotsThis customizable day tour lets you explore Yokohama's must-see destinations at your own pace. Enjoy the stunning views and rich history of this port city with stops like Yamashita Park, Chinatown, and Minato Mirai. Compact and flexible, it's the ideal shore excursion for cruise ship passengers.Recommended stops include Chinatown, Marine Tower, Yamashita Park, Motomachi, Landmark Tower, Minato Mirai, Red Brick Warehouse, Cup Noodles Museum, Yokohamabashi Shopping Street, Yokohama Naritasan Temple, Iseyama Kotai Shrine, and more.We suggest visiting 2 or 3 locations in 4 hours for the best experience.Model Case9:00 Meet at Kannai station9:30 Chinatown10:30 Yamashita Park11:30 Minato mirai district13:00 Drop off< <Within 24 hours after you make your reservation, the host will send you a questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your answers, the host will suggest the itinerary. Please feel free to share what you really want to do. The host will do their best to make it happen.> >

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• Age 6～Age 80
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00 / 11:00

Create Your Own Perfect Day in Yokohama! 1-Day Tour of Iconic SpotsThis customizable day tour lets you explore Yokohama's must-see destinations at your own pace. Enjoy the stunning views and rich history of this port city with stops like Yamashita Park, Chinatown, and Minato Mirai. Compact and flexible, it's the ideal shore excursion for cruise ship passengers.Recommended stops include Chinatown, Marine Tower, Yamashita Park, Motomachi, Landmark Tower, Minato Mirai, Red Brick Warehouse, Cup Noodles Museum, Yokohamabashi Shopping Street, Yokohama Naritasan Temple, Iseyama Kotai Shrine, and more.We suggest visiting 4 to 6 locations in 7 hours for the best experience.Model Case9:00 Meet at Kannai station9:30 Chinatown10:30 Yamashita Park11:30 Motomachi Shopping Street13:00 Minato mirai district14:30 Yokohama Naritasan Temple, Iseyama Kotai Shrine16:00 Drop off< <Within 24 hours after you make your reservation, the host will send you a questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your answers, the host will suggest the itinerary. Please feel free to share what you really want to do. The host will do their best to make it happen.> >

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• Age 16～Age 70
• 3～4 hours
• 09:30 / 14:00

Nozato Kaido, which once served as the gateway to Himeji, and Senba Town, which flourished on the Saigoku Kaido road that runs through Himeji Castle Town, still retain many traces of history and a charming atmosphere. You can easily ride an electric bicycle through narrow roads that are difficult to drive on and roads that are a little tiring to walk on. This is a 3-hour tour that will make you love Himeji even more before or after sightseeing at Himeji Castle. <Schedule AM example> 09:15 Meeting Greeting from the guide, explanation of e-bike specifications and practice 09:30 Cycling starts! The tour starts from the gateway to Himeji Castle Historical spots from old stories and townscapes that retain the atmosphere of the past Spots to see the spectacular view of Himeji Castle (There is no lunch break) (There are 2-3 places where you can take a toilet break) 12:30 Disbandment After the tour, please enjoy Himeji Station's specialty Eki Soba with an Eki Soba ticket! After the tour ends, you can rent a bicycle for free until 5:00 p.m. if you wish. Enjoy Himeji freely! (Vehicles may be changed depending on reservation status)

• Age 12～Age 100
• 5～6 hours
• 15:30

Shizuoka has flourished as a post town on the Tokaido road since the Edo period and as a tea-producing region. Please enjoy the unique "Chaji" experience that continues to cherish the history and culture of Shizuoka through local daily life and festivals. "Chaji CHAJI ~ Iki~" is a top-class banquet where you can fully enjoy the culture of a post town on the Tokaido road.・Duration: Approximately 5 hours ・Meals: Traveler's Kaiseki ・Traditional performing arts: Either Nagauta, Shamisen or Japanese dance ・General schedule: ⑴ A curator or local guide will introduce and explain the local history and culture of the Tokaido post town, which has been nurtured by the tea industry ⑵ A performance of one of the traditional performing arts, Nagauta, Shamisen or Japanese dance, which has been passed down in the culture of the post town ⑶ Kaiseki cuisine that pairs well with green tea and local sake ⑷ A tea ceremony with local sencha and sweets by a tea farmer or tea master ~Experience flow~ Experience a banquet "Chaji" where you can enjoy "Shizuoka green tea", the number one tea producing region in Japan, and "400 years of Tokaido post town culture" Iki plan *We will pick you up by taxi from Kakegawa Station, Shimada Station, or your accommodation in Kakegawa or Shimada city. ●Meeting place: Fujibun (Kakegawa City) or Sakurai Residence (Shimada City) 15:30●Greetings and explanations 15:30 - 16:00 Introducing the unique story of Tokaido post town culture and tea culture in this area ☆Kawasakaya (Kakegawa City): Guided tour of Hizaka-juku in the Edo period by the Kawasakaya Association and performance of Hizaka Mago Utagi ☆Oigawa Kawagoe Ruins (Shimada City): Guided tour of the Kawagoe system in the Edo period while touring the meeting hall, jin'ya, Sakurai Residence, etc. ●Yorozuya (Kakegawa City) or Sakurai Residence (Shimada City) 16:10 - 17:10 Traditional performing arts performance Either shamisen, nagauta, or Japanese dance ●Fujibun (Kakegawa City) or Sakurai Residence (Shimada City) 17:20 - 18:20 ☆Tea party with local sencha *A recreation of "ame no mochi" (candy rice cake), which is said to have been a favorite of Tokugawa Ieyasu, will be served as a tea snack. *Kappo Uomitsu (Kakegawa City) or Sakurai House (Shimada City) 18:40 - 20:00 ☆Kaiseki cuisine that combines green tea and local sake ☆After greetings, disband around 20:10 *We will take you by taxi to Kakegawa Station, Shimada Station, or your accommodation in Kakegawa or Shimada City. *The itinerary may change depending on the season, weather, and other circumstances, as well as the venue.

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• Age 12～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 14:00

Shizuoka has flourished as a post town on the Tokaido road since the Edo period and as a tea-producing region. Please enjoy the unique "Chaji" experience that continues to cherish the history and culture of Shizuoka through local daily life and festivals. "Chaji CHAJI ~Hana~" is a top-class banquet where you can fully enjoy the culture of Tokaido post towns. Duration: Approximately 6 hours Meal contents: Kaiseki cuisine for senior retainers Traditional performing arts: Nagauta, shamisen or Japanese dance. Performing arts experience: Experience either shamisen or Japanese dance. Outline schedule: 1. Explanation and guide from producers at tea plantations cultivated using the Chagusaba method, a World Agricultural Heritage System. 2. Explanation and guide from curators and local guides about the history and culture of the Tokaido post towns and tea industry. 3. Performance of one of the traditional performing arts passed down in the post town culture: Nagauta, shamisen or Japanese dance. 4. Kaiseki cuisine that pairs well with green tea and local sake. 5. Tea ceremony with local sencha and sweets by tea farmers or tea masters. ~Experience flow~ Experience a banquet "Chaji" where you can enjoy "Shizuoka green tea", the number one tea producing region in Japan, and "400 years of Tokaido post town culture". Hana Plan *We will pick you up by taxi from Kakegawa Station, Shimada Station, or your accommodation in Kakegawa or Shimada City. 00～17:10 English: ●Meeting place: Fujibun (Kakegawa City) or Sakurai Residence (Shimada City) 14:00●Greetings and explanations Learn about the unique stories of Tokaido post town culture and tea culture in this area 14:00 - 14:20 → (Travel by private vehicle) → ●Tea fields A tea farmer will explain local tea cultivation 14:35 - 15:05 (Tea picking experience depending on the season) → (Travel by private vehicle) → ●Kawasakaya (Kakegawa City) or Sakurai Residence (Shimada City) 15:20 - 16:00 Kawasakaya: Guided tour of Hizaka-juku in the Edo period by the Kawasakaya Association and performance of the Hizaka Mago-uta song Oigawa Kawagoe Ruins: Guided tour of the Kawagoe system in the Edo period while touring the meeting hall, jin'ya, Sakurai Residence, etc. ●Yorozuya (Kakegawa City) or Sakurai Residence (Shimada City) 16:10 - 17:10 Traditional performing arts performance and experience Either shamisen, Nagauta, or Japanese dance ●Fujibun (Kakegawa City) or Sakurai House (Shimada City) 17:20 - 18:20 ☆Tea party with local sencha tea ※A tea snack made with a replica of "ame no mochi" (candy mochi), which is said to have been a favorite of Tokugawa Ieyasu ●Kappo Uomitsu (Kakegawa City) or Sakurai House (Shimada City) 18:40 - 20:00 ☆Kaiseki cuisine with a marriage of green tea and local sake ☆After greetings, disband around 20:10 ※We will take you by taxi to Kakegawa Station or Shimada Station or to your accommodation in Kakegawa or Shimada City. ※The itinerary may change depending on the season, weather, and other circumstances, as well as the venue.

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• Age 12～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 13:00

Shizuoka has flourished as a post town on the Tokaido road since the Edo period and as a tea-producing region. Please enjoy the unique "Chaji" experience that continues to cherish the history and culture of Shizuoka through local daily life and festivals. "Chaji CHAJI ~ Miyabi ~" is a top-class banquet where you can fully enjoy the culture of a Tokaido post town. Duration: Approximately 7 hours Meal content: Lord's kaiseki cuisine Traditional performing arts: High-class kimono, Nagauta, shamisen, and Japanese dance Performance experience: Shamisen and Japanese dance experience Outline schedule: 1. Explanations and tours from producers at tea plantations cultivated using the Chagusaba method, a Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System 2. Curators and local guides introduce the history and culture of this Tokaido post town, nurtured by the tea industry 3. A performance of traditional performing arts that are passed down in post town culture, such as Nagauta, shamisen, and Japanese dance 4. Experience the kimono culture that has been cultivated in Shimada-juku, famous for its obi festival that has been passed down since the Edo period, by trying on a kimono 5. Kaiseki cuisine that pairs well with green tea and local sake ⑹ Tea ceremony with local Sencha tea and sweets by a tea farmer or tea master. ~Experience process~ *We will pick you up by taxi from Kakegawa Station, Shimada Station, or your accommodation in Kakegawa or Shimada City. 00～17:10 English: ●Meeting place: Fujibun (Kakegawa City) or Sakurai Residence (Shimada City) 13:00●Greetings and explanations Learn about the unique stories of Tokaido post town culture and tea culture in this area 13:00 - 13:20 → (Travel by private vehicle) → ●Tea fields A tea farmer will explain about local tea cultivation 13:30 - 14:10 (Tea picking experience depending on the season) → (Travel by private vehicle) → ●Kawasakaya (Kakegawa City) or Sakurai Residence (Shimada City) 14:30 - 15:00 Kawasakaya: Guided tour of Hizaka-juku in the Edo period by the Kawasakaya Association and performance of the Hizaka Mago-uta song Oigawa Kawagoe Ruins: Guided tour of the Kawagoe system in the Edo period while touring the meeting hall, jin'ya, Sakurai Residence, etc. ●Yorozuya (Kakegawa City) or Sakurai Residence (Shimada City) 15:10 - 17:10 Traditional performing arts performance and experience Shamisen, Nagauta, and dancing 15:20 - 16:20 ☆ Kimono dressing experience (limited number) 16:20 - 17:20 ● Fujibun (Kakegawa City) or Sakurai House (Shimada City) 17:20 - 18;20 ☆ Tea ceremony with local sencha ※ A reproduction of "ame no mochi" (candy mochi), which is said to have been a favorite of Tokugawa Ieyasu, is served as a tea snack ● Kappo Uomitsu (Kakegawa City) or Sakurai House (Shimada City) 18:40 - 20:00 ☆ Kaiseki cuisine with green tea and local sake ☆ After greetings, disband Around 20:10 * We will take you by taxi to Kakegawa Station or Shimada Station or your accommodation in Kakegawa City or Shimada City. * The itinerary may change depending on the season, weather, and other circumstances, and depending on the venue.

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• Age 10～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00

This is a half-day sightseeing course that visits the historic Chozenji Temple in Takehara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, Aki's Little Kyoto. This is a plan that includes a taxi meeting at Takehara Station. The tour runs every Tuesday and Wednesday. After arriving at Chozenji Temple grounds, you will be welcomed with a Nembutsu prayer and a welcome drink by the chief priest, and then tour the Ishiyama Battle Memorial Hall within the grounds with commentary from the chief priest. Here, the flag of the Ishiyama Battle Army and the list of those killed in battle at Fort Amagasaki during the Battle of Ishiyama are preserved. This flag was used during the ``Battle of Ishiyama'' (1570-1580), a battle between Oda Nobunaga and his followers at Honganji Temple.At the request of the third chief priest Enzai, his followers, mainly members of the Fujiwara clan, organized Kihata-gumi, and along with the Mori army, they formed the Kihata-gumi. After setting sail and going to support Ishiyama, we will enjoy copying sutras in a vault overlooking a Japanese garden with the motif of ``heart.'' Afterwards, enjoy copying sutras in front of a beautiful Japanese garden. Sutra copying is a form of meditation. Meditation time will be a time to heal your everyday stress. Please enjoy authentic Chozenji Buddhist cuisine along with the beautiful garden and furniture. This is a special cuisine and space that can only be enjoyed here. ~Flow of the day~ 10:00 Gather at JR Takehara Station. Move to Chozenji. Sutra copying experience and visit to the Ishiyama Battle Memorial Museum, guided lunch at 11:30 AM Shojin Kaiseki cuisine while looking at the magnificent folding screen and Japanese garden After this course, you will have free time. We recommend a free stroll through the Takehara Old Townscape Preservation District. Takehara City (Hiroshima Prefecture) Townscape Preservation District, known as the Japan Heritage ``Takehara Old Townscape Preservation District'' and ``Aki's Little Kyoto'', has been designated as one of the top 100 cityscapes, and was also designated as a Japan Heritage Site in 2019. Ta. Takehara is said to have first been cultivated as a manor land for Shimogamo Shrine in Kyoto during the Heian period under the Private Property Law of Konta Eiten. During the Muromachi period, Mori Motonari's third son Takakage (who was adopted by the Kobayakawa family and became Takakage Kobayakawa) spent his childhood there. Takakage was one of the people who received the ``Three Arrows' teachings'' from Motonari and supported the Mori clan system. Later, in the late Edo period, it developed through salt fields and sake brewing, and it is said that it boasted an 80% share of Hiroshima prefecture's salt production at the time. There are three sake breweries: Taketsuru Sake Brewery, Fujii Sake Brewery, and Nakao Jozo. Masataka Taketsuru, the founder of Nikka Whiskey, known as the ``father of Japanese whisky,'' is from Takehara. Taketsuru Sake Brewery, Masataka's birthplace, still operates in the townscape preservation district to this day. Around this time when salt and sake were developing, Rai Sanyo, a Confucian scholar and author of ``Japanese Foreign History,'' which had a great influence on the patriots at the end of the Edo period, was active. The former home of Sanyo's grandfather, Kiyoshi Yoriyoshi, is located in the townscape preservation district. (Excerpt from the Japan Historical Travel Association) At the annual Takehara Longing Road, the town is beautifully illuminated with candlelight and bamboo lanterns set in the townscape preservation district. The atmosphere of the old house leaking through the lattice door is also very atmospheric, giving you the illusion of having traveled back in time.

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• Age 10～Age 50
• 3～4 hours
• 10:00

"Enjoy the scenery of the UNESCO World Heritage Shirakami-Sanchi" Walk the mountains of Noshiro in full pilgrimage attire with Noen Haruharu, a guide from Ryusenji Temple! You can hear about history and faith from your guide, and about trees and flowers from Noen Haruharu. Experience Buddhism by walking through the mountain scenery of the four seasons. Pick seasonal wild vegetables, cook them yourself, and eat them. Enjoy seasonal wild vegetables with rice balls, pickles, and miso soup. At the end, there is a 15-minute Buddhist talk in English. ~Experience flow~ 9:00 Mountain hiking Content changes depending on the season Pick wild vegetables Take a break at the peak and drink Noen Haruharu's herbal tea Heart Sutra reading in the hall (reading sutras together) 12:00 Return to Ryusenji Temple Cook wild vegetables yourself Don't worry, we will prepare extra if there is not much to pick. Lunch is rice balls with wild vegetables, miso soup, and smoked daikon radish while looking at the Shirakami Mountains. You can listen to a 15-minute talk on Buddhism in English from the head priest. Until 13:00 Q&A We will answer any questions you may have.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups