- Age 0~Age 100
- 1~2 hours
- 13:00
Have fun learning about tea in a tea-producing area that has been around since the Heian period! You can enter the beautiful tea fields, take photos of yourself as a tea girl, tour the factory, and brew delicious tea in a teapot, all of which can be enjoyed by people of all ages. In May, July, and September, you can also choose to pick tea leaves as an option. You can take the tea leaves home with you, and children's costumes are also available for the popular tea girl experience! Parent-child participation is also recommended. You can access the area by renting a bicycle from JR Sasayamaguchi Station. It takes about 12 minutes to get there while admiring the beautiful tea fields.
- Age 13~Age 65
- 5~6 hours
- 09:30
This tour is an adventure tour that combines the mysterious world of Shugendo with the thrill of cave exploration. There are many caves and waterfalls in the Yoshino region of Nara Prefecture, and it has long been considered a sacred place for people who practice asceticism in the mountains. You can experience the beauty of nature and the depth of history by visiting the waterfalls and caves where ancient ascetics practiced. In particular, by exploring inside a cave, you can experience the sensation of entering the womb of the earth with all five senses, touch the mysteries of nature, and refresh your mind and body while being surrounded by a ``silent and mysterious'' atmosphere. **What is Shugendo? **Shugendo is a unique religious culture that incorporates elements of Buddhism and Shintoism into traditional Japanese ascetic practices, and values a sense of unity with nature. Mountains are considered sacred places, and asceticism is carried out in nature. Ascetics are called ``Yamabushi'' and aim for spiritual growth through meditation, waterfall training (asceticism where you are hit by a waterfall), asceticism in caves, etc. Shugendo, born from gratitude for being alive amidst the blessings of nature, is based on the idea that one can be reborn once again through rigorous training in nature. Caves have also been used as training sites. 1. **Arrival at Yoiyoi Nishikawa Base and Briefing**: - After arriving at Yoiyoi Nishikawa Base, you will receive a briefing on the tour overview, safety, and the cultural significance of the places you will visit. 2. **Introduction to Dragonfly Falls Hike**: - Visit Dragonfly Falls, which was also a training site for Shugendo, located a one-minute drive from Yoiyoi Nishikawa Base. Here, you will experience the training of Shugendo and how to face nature, including waterfalls. 3. **Lunch Break**: Have lunch at the park below Dragonfly Falls 4. **Preparing for Expedition**: - Return to Yoiyoi Nishikawa Base and prepare your exploration gear. Once you are ready, you will drive in your guide's car for about 15 minutes to the parking lot near the cave. 5. **Start of cave exploration**: - After arriving at the parking lot, the cave exploration will begin. The exploration begins by searching for the entrance of the cave. Please discover the cave with your own hands. In order to enjoy the cave exploration empty-handed, your luggage will be left in the car and your guide will take care of your valuables other than your smartphone. 6. **Cave exploration**:7. **Response after cave exploration**: - Return to the same parking lot and change from your dirty equipment. 8. **Hot spring bath**: - After the cave exploration, you can enjoy a hot spring bath. We will provide face towels. Please spend some time relaxing and soothing your tired body in the hot spring. 9. **Pick-up and disbandment**:
- Age 13~Age 80
- Over 6 hours on the day
- 08:50
Welcome to KYOTO, Japan!Let's dive into and discover Kyoto's kaleidoscope of sights and sounds.Explore as many as 12 attractions in the city on this full day tour.We take you to the must-see sights and also show you the hidden gems of each location.Let's stroll the city on foot and by metro like a local for the day.Transportation and the street in the area are very complicated, even for the Japanese.However, all guide ours were born and raised in Japan, have lived for a long time close to the area, and are well-trained expert locals.So, we can take you to so many places, at the best time, within a limited timeframe.We recommend you join our tour on your first day in Tokyo. Because, you can learn not only about sights, but also about Japanese history, culture, society, ways of thinking, values and even about local etiquette, how to take public transportations, our everyday life.But above all, the best part of traveling is good food.JR Saga-Arashiyama station at 8:50Arashiyama, Randen Tram Line, Ryoan-ji Temple, Sushi-go-round(lunch, Ramen, Kara-Age, Beer), Kinkakuji Temple, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kiyomizu-zaka slope, Kiyomizu Temple, Sanneizaka, Yasaka Pagoda, Gion area, Gion shopping street
- Age 10~Age 70
- 2~3 hours
- 11:00 / 14:00 / 17:00 / 20:00
Calligraphy/Samurai Calligraphy/Tea Ceremony/which is related to ZenIaido and Armor, both of which are related to Bushido.This plan allows you to experience all of these.-Practice calligraphyLearn how to prepare yourself for calligraphy, and practice how to hold a brush and use tools.Practice basic brush strokes such as “tome”, “hane”, and “harai”.Choose a Kanji character and follow the stroke order to practice.-Samurai Calligraphy When a samurai foresaw his death, he reflected on his life and wrote down his last words on earth with a brush.-Tea CeremonyThe master of the tea ceremony prepares and powdered green tea to the guests.This is a great way to learn etiquette, manners, beautiful gestures, and the spirit of hospitality.-Samurai Sword Trial CuttingYou will learn how to use a sword and become aware of your self-respect and the responsibility of carrying a deadly weapon.Try your hand at slashing. Experience the best cutting edge in the world.-Wearing ArmorIn April 1615, the “Osaka Summer Battle” began. You, a member of Toyotomi's side, will wear a suit of armor and participate in the battle. You will be photographed on the grounds of Osaka Castle, pretending to be the b,
- Age 20~Age 99
- 3~4 hours
- 13:00
Nadagogo, Japan's number one sake brewery, is a mecca for sake lovers, where you can enjoy free tours and tastings of more than 10 sake breweries. Sake breweries gather along the Hanshin Railway lines, and the roads are flat, making it perfect for walking around town.If you come to Kansai, please try it once. Sake made from high-quality sake rice (Yamada Nishiki) suitable for sake brewing and high-quality underground water rich in minerals. This is a tour around Nada, which has prospered as a famous sake production area since the Edo period because of its port.・A walking tour of Japan's No. 1 sake brewery, Nada Sake Brewery・Please try this tour where you can learn trivia, history, manufacturing process and more.・10 free tastings included, so be careful not to drink too much.
- Age 1~Age 70
- Over 6 hours on the day
- 08:40 / 09:50
✅Kiyomizu-dera Temple (Otowa Waterfall)✅Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine (Thousand Torii Gates)✅Uji Byodo-in Temple Phoenix Hall◎Visit to the Tale of Genji Museum◎Includes Uji Matcha Experience~Schedule~【08:40】▼Depart from the National Cultural Theater【09:50】▼Depart from Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit【10:10】▼Kiyomizu-dera Temple Area (approx. 180 minutes, free time to visit, please pay your own admission fee)Kiyomizu-dera Temple|Nijozaka【13:30】▼Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine (approx. 70 minutes, free time)【15:10】▼Uji (approx. 90 minutes, free time)Byodo-in Temple|Tale of Genji Museum |Long-established Uji Matcha Shop【16:40】▼After a fun day of touring, we headed back home. 【18:00】▼Arrived in the Shinsaibashi/Dotonbori area, tour ended▼Kiyomizu-dera Temple National Treasure World Heritage SiteA World Cultural Heritage Site and a popular tourist spot in Kyoto. Founded in 778, it is the oldest temple in Kyoto and a national treasure of Japan. Kiyomizu-dera offers different views in each season. In spring, attractive cherry blossoms bloom among the green leaves. In summer, the greenery is lush. In autumn, colorful autumn leaves can be seen. In winter, it is full of beautiful trees. It is ideal to visit any time. Kiyomizu-dera also holds light-up events in spring and autumn to show off the beauty of the temple. (Admission fee: 400 yen for adults, 200 yen for elementary and junior high school students) Please pay by yourself. ▼ A typical Kyoto landscape, a symbol of quiet Kyoto, Nijozaka and Yasaka Pagoda, photo shoot and check-in Hokan-ji is a temple of the Kennin-ji school of the Rinzai sect located in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture. This mountain is called "Spiritual Eagle Mountain". The principal image is Yakushi Nyorai, and there is a legend that the founder was Prince Shotoku. The five-story pagoda is commonly known as "Yasaka Pagoda" and is a symbol of Higashiyama. ▼Fushimi Inari Taisha is famous for its thousand torii gates, and attracts many tourists from both Japan and abroad every year. In a survey conducted by the world's largest travel site, it has been ranked first in "Japan's most popular tourist spots for foreigners" for three consecutive years. Let's pray here for ourselves and our loved ones. The votive plaques at Fushimi Inari Taisha are also unique. They are in the shape of a white fox, and you can doodle them with various expressions depending on your imagination. ▼Uji For matcha lovers, Uji is a gourmet paradise. The streets are filled with the finest matcha ice cream and cakes, and even the soba noodles are green matcha green. For literature lovers, this is a paradise for the arts. Because the last ten chapters of The Tale of Genji, a literary masterpiece known as Dream of the Red Chamber in Japan, are set in Uji. Anyone who has read The Tale of Genji will want to come here to follow the love, hate, and revenge of Japanese aristocrats. This is a mixed tour, and participants come from all over the world.
- Age 1~Age 70
- Over 6 hours on the day
- 08:40
[08:40] ▼ Exit 2 of Nihonbashi (Namba/Shinsaibashi area) [10:00] ▼ Nara Park area Spring wonderland of cute deer and cherry blossoms (about 2 hours including lunch and free time) ▼ World Heritage Todaiji Temple (entrance fee at own expense) [14:00] ▼ Cherry blossom viewing at Mt. Yoshino ~ A dreamlike spring day in a sea of 30,000 cherry blossoms ~ (about 3 hours, free time) [17:00] ▼ We finished the day's tour and headed home. [18:30] ▼ Recommended lunch in the Shinsaibashi/Dotonbori area (please pay at your own expense) Kasugano is a long-established deer restaurant founded in 1936, located in the shopping district in front of Mt. Wakakusa. You can dine while watching the deer running around. We offer dishes that change with the seasons so that you can feel the nature of Mt. Wakakusa. Address: 494 Zojirushi-cho, Nara City Kasuga Chaya Kasuga Chaya is run by Kasuga Taisha, a famous tourist attraction in Nara. In a hidden place surrounded by Kasuga Taisha and deer, you can taste traditional Japanese cuisine. The most famous dish at the chaya is "Manyo Congee". Manyo Congee is made from different plants in each season, so the taste varies depending on the month. Not only is it delicious, but it also has a little random fun. It is the best choice to refuel after visiting Kasuga Taisha. Travelers who like to try new things should not miss it. Address: 160 Kasugano-cho, Nara City, Nara Prefecture Noodle House Udon is a national dish in the Kansai region. "Mentani-an" in the Nara shopping district is also one of the most popular restaurants in Nara, where you can often find a line. The most popular is "Gold Leaf Udon", which is udon wrapped in yuba, and the "Small Deka Udon" with a deer pattern is unique to the Nara region and is very popular with the common people. Address: 30-1 Hashimotocho, Nara City, Nara PrefectureThis is a mixed tour and participants come from all over the world.
- Age 1~Age 70
- Over 6 hours on the day
- 08:40
[07:30-08:30] ▼Address within the Osaka Loop Line (Pickup and drop-off from hotels in the city) [08:40] ▼Nihonbashi Station, Exit 2 (Board and disembark at the meeting point) [10:10] ▼Popular cat stationmaster--Kishi Station (approx. 60 minutes) [12:40] ▼Shirahama Toretore Market---One of the largest seafood markets in western Japan (Free stroll and free lunch / approx. 120 minutes, food costs at customer's expense.) [14:55] ▼Senjojiki (approx. 30 minutes) | ▼Sandanbeki - Sandanbeki Cave deep below the cliff A spectacular journey through precipitous cliffs and stirring human emotions (approx. 30 minutes) [16:00] ▼After an enjoyable end to sightseeing for the day, we start to head back. [18:30] ▼Shinsaibashi, Dotonbori area (free time/about 1 hour) Guests can play in the Shinsaibashi area of Osaka for about an hour. Once you're done playing, the tour ends in the Shinsaibashi area. Guests who don't want to play can disband directly in the Shinsaibashi area. ▼Senjojiki Senjojiki is a unique landscape located on the west coast of Shirahama City, Wakayama Prefecture. The sandstone geology has been eroded by the Pacific Ocean over the years, forming a complex topography with overlapping layers. From a distance, it looks like many rock plates are piled up. The total area of this coastline is about 4 hectares, and it is so large that it is a thousand tatami mats (Japanese people have the habit of using the size of a tatami mat, "tatami" to measure area), so it was named "Senjofu". Along with Sandanbeki and Engetsuto Island, it is a scenic spot in Shirahama. Senjojiki is a famous sunset spot that locals are proud of. If the weather is good, you can see the sun slowly sinking into the Pacific Ocean. This beautiful scenery has also been selected as one of the "Top 100 Sunsets in Japan." Its remote location, unique rugged terrain, and the waves of the Pacific Ocean combine to make watching the sunset here feel like you're at the edge of the world. ▼▼Sandanbeki - Sandanbeki Cave Deep in the Cliffs Magnificent Cliffs and an Exciting Past Sandanbeki is part of Kumano National Park, a famous scenic spot in Shirahama, and a lovers' sanctuary. Sandanbeki is a famous cliff scenic spot located on the coast of Shirahama-cho, Nishimuro-gun, Wakayama Prefecture. Sandanbeki is actually a large underwater rock wall that is 2 kilometers long and 50 to 60 meters high. There is an observation deck on top of the cliff, where you can enjoy the view of the Nanki sea. The cliffs here not only have amazing natural scenery, but various historical events have been unfolding below the cliffs for centuries. (During the Heian period (794-1185), local pirates who plundered the area hid in the Sandanbeki caves.) A ticket is required for admission. Tickets are at your own expense. Reference ticket prices: Adults: 1500 yen, Children aged 6-11: 750 yen, Children under 6 years old: Free. This is a shared tour, and participants come from all over the world.
- 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.)
- Age 0~Age 100
- Over 6 hours on the day
* The duration of 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 charged to the customer to prevent the driver from becoming fatigued. *Enjoy a chartered day trip around popular tourist spots around Wakayama. You can choose the departure time according to your preference, and the itinerary and attractions can be customized. Vehicles available are 6-seater and 9-seater, and a pick-up service is also provided to ensure you reach your destination safely and comfortably. The vehicles provided comply with Japanese law, and the drivers have at least 3 years of driving experience. Multilingual services are also available (Japanese, Chinese, Cantonese, English, etc.). *Recommended tour route: *1. Kishi Station → 2. Kuroshio Market → 3. Wakayama Castle → 4. Kimitsu Temple *Depart Osaka at 9:00 in the morning and arrive at Kishi Station at 10:30. Kishi Station is full of cat elements and a 1.5 hour visit is recommended. (If the starting point is not Osaka, the driver's round trip time will be deducted.) *Next, move to Kuroshio Market. This is the most famous tuna market and a 1.5 hour stay is recommended. Lunch can be enjoyed in 0.5 to 1 hour. *At 2:30 pm, arrive at Wakayama Castle, the most sacred place in Japan and home to a beautiful beach, and a 1.5 hour sightseeing is recommended. *At 4 pm, arrive at Kimitsu Temple, visit popular spots such as cherry blossoms and torii gates, and a 1.5 hour visit is recommended. *Finally, return to Osaka at 5:30 pm for 1.5 hours. (If the ending point is not Osaka, the driver's round trip time will be deducted.)
- 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.)
- 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 around Kobe 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 our 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 Ikuta Shrine → Kobe Chinatown/Nankinmachi → Kobe Port/Kobe Tower → Kitano Ijinkan 9:00 Departure from Oban (If the departure point is not Osaka, the round-trip time of the driver will be deducted.) 9:30 Arrive at Ikuta Shrine We recommend visiting the matchmaking shrine located on a busy street for about 2 hours. 11:30 Lunch 12:30 To Kobe Chinatown/Nankinmachi The archways at both ends of Nanking Castle are named after the Xi'an Gate and Chang'an Gate, respectively, and are famous Chinatowns in Western Japan. We recommend sightseeing for about 2 hours. 14:30 Head to Kobe Port/Kobe Tower We recommend sightseeing for about 2 hours, including the iconic Kobe Tower and Kobe Maritime Museum. 16:30 To Kitano Ijinkan Here, on the mountainside, are the former sites of the Meiji-era consulates of various countries, which can be visited by purchasing a joint ticket, and there is also a mosaic Ferris wheel nearby, which we recommend visiting for about 2 hours. Return at 18:30. (If the final destination is not Osaka, the driver's round trip time will be deducted.)
- Age 0~Age 100
- Over 6 hours on the day
* The duration of 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 driving fatigue. * A day trip around popular tourist spots around Nara in a comfortable chartered sightseeing rental. You can freely choose the departure time according to your preference, and the itinerary and attractions can be customized according to your preference. * Tour rental vehicles are 6-seater and 9-seater, and we also provide transfer services to ensure you reach your destination safely and comfortably. * All vehicles provided comply with Japanese laws and our drivers have at least 3 years of driving experience. * We provide multilingual services including Japanese, Chinese, Cantonese and English. **Nara Day Trip: Kofuku-ji Temple → Todai-ji Temple → Nara Park → Kasuga Taisha Shrine → Wakakusayama****09:00 - Departure** (If the departure point is not Osaka, the driver's round trip time will be deducted.) - Depart Osaka and head to Nara. **09:30 - Kofuku-ji Temple** - Arrive at Kofuku-ji Temple, a cultural heritage of Nara. We recommend you allow about 1.5 hours for the visit. **11:00 - Todai-ji Temple** - Visit Todai-ji Temple, which is home to the largest bronze Buddha statue in Japan and exudes a solemn atmosphere. It will take about 1 hour to worship. **12:00 - Lunch** - Enjoy lunch at a delicious Japanese restaurant. **13:00 - Nara Park** - Experience feeding deer mochi at Nara's representative deer park. It is worth spending some time. **14:15 - Kasuga Taisha Shrine** - Visit Kasuga Taisha Shrine, a famous shrine in Nara. The visit will take approximately 1.5 hours. **16:00 - Mt. Wakakusa**- Head to the popular Mt. Wakakusa. Enjoy the panoramic views of Nara. We recommend you stay for approximately 30 minutes. **16:30 - Return journey**- Take some time to enjoy the scenery and journey details before heading back. (If your destination is not Osaka, the driver's round trip time will be deducted.)
- Age 0~Age 100
- 2~3 hours
- 13:00
Walk along the narrow, maze-like alleyways towards the lighthouse while listening to the stories of an experienced local guide. Please feel free to join us. You can take photos in the alleys that look like they are from overseas, or take a rest at a stylish cafe in the back alley. It is strange that every road on the way down always leads to a fishing port. Why not enjoy a mini overseas trip in Amalfi, Japan? ~Experience flow~13:00 Check-in Please tell us the name of the person who applied. Please cooperate with temperature checks and disinfection. ↓ Walk along the alleys of Saikazaki while listening to the stories of a local guide. ↓ When we arrive at the lighthouse, we return to the port and disband! Feel free to walk and explore the alleys!
- Age 13~Age 90
- Over 6 hours on the day
- 10:00
We will guide you to Wakayama's historical sites, where the scenery remains unchanged from 400 years ago. Enjoy a special atmosphere in a place that has not been turned into a tourist spot. Enjoy Japanese food culture with vegan cuisine for lunch and matcha green tea and Japanese sweets at tea time.
- Age 6~Age 100
- 1 Day or more
- 07:50
In Kumano River / Kitayama River Canoe Camp Touring, descend a beautiful clear stream, Hot spring Enter, take a leisurely camp while looking out at the beautiful river, and go down the river with a canoe. Since it started, it is an outdoor & nature tour that goes down the Kumano River and Kitayama River while camping in the empty river field. The charm of this trip is to spend a long time in the clear flow and the silence of nature. Why do not you go down the river together while feeling the mystery of nature?
- Age 0~Age 100
- 1~2 hours
- 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00
The ruins of Shichi Castle are said to have once been the castle of Toyotomi Hideyoshi's military strategist Kuroda Kanbei and Kato Yoshiaki, one of the Seven Spears of Shizugatake. The representative of the "Society for Preserving Shichi Castle," which is dedicated to preserving the castle every day, will guide you through this precious historic site, which was an important base for the Awaji Navy under Hideyoshi. Located in Shichi, Minami Awaji City, near the Seto Inland Sea and the Naruto Strait, Shichi Castle is said to have been built by Suga Izuminokami Michitada during the Kamakura period, and was surrendered in 1581 when Toyotomi Hideyoshi attacked Awaji. After that, it was guarded by his vassal Kuroda Kanbei (Kuroda Yoshitaka), and from 1585, Kato Yoshiaki, one of the Seven Spears of Shizugatake, became the lord of the castle. The Awaji Navy, which had Shichi Castle as one of its bases, achieved great success in Hideyoshi's conquests of Kyushu, Odawara, and Korea, and there is no doubt that Awaji Island and Shichi Castle were important naval bases for Hideyoshi. However, the valuable historical site where Kuroda Kanbei and Kato Yoshiaki once lived has been swallowed up by bamboo forests in recent years and is on the verge of being forgotten by local residents. At that time, the local volunteers "Shichi Castle Preservation Society" stood up, worried that the valuable remains would disappear if things continued like this. In order to let many people, not just the locals, know about the Shichi Castle ruins and to pass on the story to future generations, they have been clearing the bamboo forest every day for about five years, and have been carrying out maintenance activities such as installing entrance roads and signs. This is a tour of the Shichi Castle ruins guided by Mr. Sekiguchi, the representative of the "Shichi Castle Preservation Society" who has a stronger passion for Shichi Castle than anyone else! The Shichi Castle ruins are currently being maintained, and recently wells and stones that are thought to be old stupas from that time have been discovered one after another. Perhaps you, as a participant of the tour, will discover an important relic! ■Experience schedule (if departing at 10:00) 10:00 Meet at the parking lot (north side of Shichi Castle ruins, across the street from the main entrance of Super Marunaka *see photo below) 10:00-10:05 Use the handmade sign as a landmark to move to the remains of the Honmarudai 10:05-10:15 Guide explains the history and characteristics of Shichi Castle 10:15-10:55 After viewing the remains such as the Taiko stone, the remains of the turret, and the old well, walk around the moat to Ise Shrine and Shomyo-ji Temple 10:55-11:00 Return to the parking lot and disband
- Age 12~Age 100
- 1~2 hours
- 10:00 / 13:00
Surrounded by nature at the foot of a small hill, Shunyoso shows off the graceful expressions of the four seasons that are unique to Japanese-style architecture. The owner, who is also a certified old house appraiser, will guide you through the house and explain the traditional techniques that are difficult to reproduce today, the design that highlights the playfulness of the craftsmen, and the immeasurable historical and cultural value. After the tour, Shunyoso will quickly transform into a sweets shop. Enjoy an elegant moment with tea and Japanese sweets in an elegant space. Shunyoso is a masterpiece of modern Japanese architecture that was designed in 1941 by architect Toyoen Yamamoto, an authority on the study of home orientation, based on the ideas of feng shui, and was completed over a period of seven years by local carpenter Sankichi Saito and others. Further on, in 1983, the walls, gateposts, doors and gardens were renovated by architect Izue Hiroshi, who was even called a "master" by the famous architect Kurokawa Kisho, and they now harmonize beautifully to create a magnificent architectural landscape. The vast grounds of 1320m2 (approximately 1,400m2) contain eight buildings, including the guest house, storehouse, reception hall, sleeping hall and permanent residence, and in 2004 it was designated as a nationally registered tangible cultural property, and in 2017 it was designated as an important structure for the formation of the Hyogo Prefectural Landscape. However, with the aging of the population and a social trend in recent years that only pursues efficiency, it became difficult for the previous owner to maintain and manage the buildings, and they gradually deteriorated, leading to a long period of time when the gates were closed. The turning point came in 2015. In order to preserve this precious cultural asset for future generations, the fourth-generation owner purchased it and began repairs and renovations. Finally, in October 2016, Shunyo-so was revived and reborn as a new international tourist resource for Awaji Island. In this experience program, the owner himself will guide you through the house, explaining the charms of the house, such as the traditional techniques that are difficult to reproduce today, the building materials that are also difficult to obtain today, the designs that highlight the playfulness of the craftsmen scattered throughout, and the elegant furnishings, based on the historical background of Shunyo-so. Please enjoy this space, which is filled with history and culture and represents the best of traditional techniques, to the fullest. After the tour, you will be served tea and Japanese sweets in the tea room or one of your choice. Please enjoy not only as a precious cultural asset, but also as a sweet shop. *Guides in English are also available, so we can accommodate customers from overseas. *A five-minute walk from Shunyoso is the historic and prestigious "Takenoguchi Hachiman Shrine," which celebrated its 1,100th anniversary in 2021. Why not visit the shrine as well? You can also enjoy a stroll through the historical and atmospheric streets of the Takenoguchi area. Experience schedule (The schedule below starts at 10:00, but please read the time differently if starting at 13:00) 10:00 Meet on site 10:05 Check-in and briefing Guided tour of Shunyoso 11:00 Enjoy tea and Japanese sweets in the teahouse. 11:30 End
- Age 6~Age 100
- 1~2 hours
- 09:10 / 10:40 / 12:05
We will take a 10km trip around Numashima, also known as "Onokoro Island" which is related to the creation myth described in the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki, on an active fishing boat. The tour will take you to see the megaliths and strange rocks such as "Kamitachigami Rock" and "Shimotachigami Rock" from the sea with the guidance of a veteran guide. You will learn about the legends, history, and crustal activity of "Onokoro Island" while looking at the rocks that are said to be related to the creation myth, and you will also learn about the history and fishing of Numashima. Numashima is where the creation myth of Japan lives on. There are many strange rocks such as Ame-no-Mihashira and Kamita-Kami Rock, and distinctive reefs that can only be seen from the sea. In addition to the Onokoro Shrine, there are many other places related to the myth on the island, so there are many spots you can enjoy even after disembarking the cruise. Fishermen with the skill to navigate through difficult areas plan tours of the surrounding area along with its myths to promote the charms of the region, and a person who moved here and loves Numashima acts as the coordinator and guide. They guide an amazing 300 groups (1,000 people) a year! You can enjoy private tours limited to one group per hour. Balancing their main business of fishing with tourism gives them an awareness of how to create new communities and increase the number of people connected to them in this remote island where the population continues to decline and vitality is being lost. Are the fishermen a little tough-looking? No, they are very kind. Please feel free to talk to them. ■Experience schedule① From 9:10 (Please board the Numashima Kisen ferry departing from Habu Port at 9:00. Your guide will be waiting for you at Numashima Port.) Greetings and boarding the boat (approx. 10 minutes). Cruise, guide (40-50 minutes). Return, disembarkation (approx. 5 minutes).② From 10:40 (Please board the Numashima Kisen ferry departing from Habu Port at 10:30. Your guide will be waiting for you at Numashima Port.) Greetings and boarding the boat (approx. 10 minutes). Cruise, guide (40-50 minutes). Return, disembarkation (approx. 5 minutes).③ From 12:05 (Please board the Numashima Kisen ferry departing from Habu Port at 11:55. Your guide will be waiting for you at Numashima Port.) Greetings and boarding the boat (approx. 10 minutes). Cruise, guide (40-50 minutes). Return, disembarkation (approx. 5 minutes). *Group guests will need especially long to travel and get on and off the boat.
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