- Age 6~Age 100
- Over 6 hours on the day
Aizu is a city of nature and history, with the Echigo Mountains to the west and the Ou Mountains to the east. It has the faces of the four seasons, which are colorful in summer in summer and winter in winter, and shows the scenery of each season depending on the seasons you visit. From the highlights unique to Aizu, a regular winter sightseeing bus that goes around the "Tsurugajo Castle Tower" that towers in the tense atmosphere and the "Ouchi-juku", a highway post town with a lot of historical Edo atmosphere. Please enjoy another Aizu that you can feel only in winter. * The service may be suspended depending on the weather. note that. [Schedule] ● 11:10 Aizu-Wakamatsu Station (ride) Wakamatsu Station No. 2 platform ● 11:20 Tsuruga Castle (Tsuruga Castle) Tsuruga Castle, which is said to be an impregnable castle, survived the onslaught of the new government army in the Boshin War. It was rebuilt in September 1965, and in the spring of 2011 it became the only castle tower in Japan that wore roof tiles (red roof tiles) from the late Tokugawa period. ▼ 12:20 departure ● 13:20 Ouchi-juku Ouchi-juku is a post station that retains the streets of the Edo period. Private houses with thatched roofs lined up on both sides of the road connecting Aizu and Nikko called the Shimono Kaido, which played an important role as a post station for daimyo and travelers heading to Edo. It is extremely rare to see more than 30 thatched-roof private houses lined up, and even now, more than 1 million tourists are visiting and bustling, leaving behind the remnants of those days. ● Ouchi-juku Snow Festival February 13th (Sat) and 14th (Sun) The "Ouchi-juku Snow Festival" is held on the second Saturday and Sunday of February every year. The festival, which began to express gratitude to our customers, has now become a major event. In winter, the quiet Ouchi-juku is closed by snow, but you can even feel the heat for these two days. You can enjoy the unique winter atmosphere such as lanterns made of snow. * For details, see Ouchi-juku Tourism Association ☎ 0241-68-3611 ● Ouchi-juku (Yamagataya / Lunch) Lunch is made with 100% Yamagataya ground flour and handmade 11 soba noodles. Enjoy Ouchi-juku's specialty green onion soba, which you can eat while biting a green onion instead of chopsticks. ▼ 14:40 departure ● 15:00 Ashinomaki Onsen (get off) Ashinomaki Onsen It is convenient for guests staying here to get off. ● 15: 45 Aizu-Wakamatsu Station (get off) * Delays may occur depending on road conditions.
- Age 6~Age 100
- Over 6 hours on the day
Beautiful scenery and from the ~ train Aizu journey - tracing the history of the From the impregnable famous castle "Tsuruga Castle" to the townscape "Ouchi-juku" that retains the atmosphere of Edo. Please enjoy the rural scenery seen from the bus and the leisurely time and scenery of the Aizu Schedule ● 10: 50 Higashiyama Hot spring Information Center (ride) * Customers using the Hot spring Information Center should purchase a ticket at the Hot spring ● 11: 10 Aizu Wakamatsu Station (ride) Connection from Tokyo ➡ Tokyo Station 8:08 shots (Tohoku Shinkansen) Koriyama Station 9:32 wearing → Koriyama Station 9:38 shots (Ban'etsu West Line) Aizu Wakamatsu Station 10:55 wearing ● 11: 20 Tsuruga Castle (Tenjokaku) Tsuruga Castle, which is said to be an impregnable famous castle, survived the onslaught of the new government army in the Boshin War. 1965 Year rebuilt in September, 2011 Year in the spring was the only castle tower in Japan dressed in the Edo era tile (Akakawara). ▼ 12:30 departure ● 12: 45 Kappo Takino (lunch) Using the 500-Year old tradition of "Magewappa," enjoy dishes that make the most of Aizu 's ingredients, and the special menu "Rinbox Rice Lunch Set" that is only available for Bus tour ▼ 13:30 departure ● 14:00 Ashinomaki Hot spring Station (Aizu Railway) Aizu Railway station watched by cats. The stationmaster of Love will welcome you. From here Aizu Railway and enjoy the spectacular view of the Okawa Valley from inside the train. You can get Aizu Railway commemorative card limited to Bus tour ▼ 14:10 departure (train) ● 14: 24 Yunokami Hot spring Station (Aizu Railway) It is a station building with a thatched roof, which is rare in Japan. The station also has a hearth, and it has a charming landscape as a gateway to Ouchi-juku, making it a popular shooting spot. ▼ 14:45 departure ● 15: 05 Ouchi-juku (get off) It has prospered as a post town since the Edo period, and even now, more 30 private houses with thatched roofs are lined up, and the remnants of that time are still preserved. ▼ 16:00 departure ● 16: 25 Ashinomaki Hot spring (get off) ● 17:00 Higashiyama Hot spring Information Center (get off) ● 17: 20 Aizu Wakamatsu Station (get off)
- Age 20~
- Over 6 hours on the day
Enjoy the best cup of your life with the experience of "until hops become beer" and "pairing beer and snacks" that can only be enjoyed in Tono, a major Japanese hop producing area! It is a tour to enjoy "until hops become beer" with a beer tourism guide through a toast at a hop field or a brewery that you can experience only because it is a major Japanese hop producing area "Beer Village Tono"! From Sendai ⇒ Tono Bus Tour Itinerary: Sendai Station East Exit 7: 30-Via Morioka Station-Tono-Morioka Via-Sendai Station East Exit 17:00 [Local Schedule] 10:30 Hop Field Arrival / Reception (Temperature measurement, hand disinfection, (Wearing a mask) 10:35 Notes, today's flow, explanation (how to spend in the hop field) 10:40 Guide self-introduction 10:45 Explanation of beer prepared today ・ Cheers ・ Let's Hopping (Tono Beer ZUMONA and Tono Hops) ) 10:50 Hop course ・ Beer becomes more delicious and fun when you know hops ・ Explanation in a paper play 11:05 Photo shooting time 11:15 Making an original beer label (Put your own label on ZUMONA beer to make souvenirs) 11:25 Free time (questions, souvenir purchase, recommended spot information, etc.) 11:40 Commemorative photo with everyone with original label beer 12:00 Tono Genghis Khan's lunch lunch
- Age 0~
- Over 6 hours on the day
- 09:30
Experience Japanese spiritual culture at a centuries-old ritual Highlights ・A very rare chance to participate in a traditional ritual with an authentic pilgrim group ・Experience the entire ritual first-hand, from visiting the place of its origin to participating alongside the'Hadaka-mairi conservation committee' group ・Enjoy exclusive access to an authentic local experience not typically open to the general public. ・Choose from two unique plans to suit your level of interest and travel schedule. ・Option to join local bar-hopping tour or local dinner after the ritual
- Age 20~
- Over 6 hours on the day
A major production area for Japanese hops You can only taste it at "Beer Village Tono" "Until hops become beer" Enjoy the best cup of your life with the "pairing of beer and snacks" experience! It is a tour to enjoy "until hops become beer" with a beer tourism guide through a toast at a hop field or a brewery that you can experience only because it is a major Japanese hop producing area "Beer Village Tono"! Sendai ⇒ Tono Bus tour Itinerary: Sendai Station East Exit 7 Morioka Station-Tono-Morioka Via-Sendai Station East Exit 17:00 Arrive
- Age 5~
- Over 6 hours on the day
- 19:30
Purify your body and mind at one of Japan's most unique festivals! Tour Highlights: ✔ At Hotel Musashibo in Hiraizumi, only overnight guests have this opportunity ✔ Experience a special nighttime activity ✔ You can make a wish as they create their own unique paper lantern At Hotel Musashibo in Hiraizumi, overnight guests have the opportunity to experience a special nighttime activity inspired by the spiritual philosophy of the town – the universal desire for 'peace' and 'equality'. In the evening, guests can make a wish as they create their own unique paper lantern decorated with traditional characters for 'peace', 'equality' or whatever design they choose! The lanterns will be displayed at the front entrance to the hotel, sending forth a message of peace to the world. == Adults: 3,000 JPY per pax (tax incl.) Children: 1,000 JPY per pax (tax incl.)
- Age 5~
- Over 6 hours on the day
- 13:00
Purify your body and mind at one of Japan's most unique festivals! Tour Highlights: ✔ Discover the true meaning of a peaceful mind ✔ Pray for a good harvest as well as good health fortune ✔ Experience highly unique ritual of Motsu-ji Temple Every year on January 20th in the World Heritage town of Hiraizumi, men and women of'unlucky age 'for that year come together to participate in a highly unique ritual! Carrying flaming torches, they parade through the frozen winter streets to the Shrine inside the grounds of Motsu-ji Temple, bringing with them offerings of vegetables to pray for a good harvest as well as good health fortune for the coming year.You, too, have the chance to join in this unique festival! After participating in the parade with the locals, join a special after-festival meal called 'Norai' and learn more about the local culture and history of Hiraizumi as you eat, drink and chat with the local people! Through your festival experience, discover the true meaning of 'Heiwa- shiso '– a peaceful mind – in one of the spiritual centers of Pure Land Buddhism. == Closed on Tuesdays Adults: 50,000 JPY per pax * Children: Free
- Age 5~
- 1~2 hours
- 08:00
Discover the 'real' mochi-an ancient cuisine recognized by UNESCO! Tour Highlights: ✔ Enjoy a taste (literally) of ancient 'mochi' food culture! ✔ Learn more about the local mochi cuisine from a 'Mochi Meister' ✔ Try pounding some with a mini-mochi-making pestle and hammer Japanese cuisine has been recognized as an UNESCO World Heritage Intangible Cultural Asset, including Ichinoseki City's local food culture of 'mochi' (rice-cake) .This fun experience prgram allows you to enjoy a taste (literally) of this ancient food culture! At 'Hiraizumi Club', a 150 year old farmhouse, learn more about the local mochi cuisine from a 'Mochi Meister', before trying your hand at pounding some with a mini-mochi-making pestle and hammer. Once it's ready, enjoy comparing different toppings – from traditional Japanese flavors to some more familiar to the palette of international guests! For a different texture altogether, you'll also try frying some dried mochi and watching as it swells and grows into chewy deliciousness over the grill. Enjoy with a few extra side dishes of local cuisine for a fun, interactive and tasty breakfast! == Closed on Tuesdays Adults: 5,000 JPY (tax incl.) Children: 2,500 JPY (tax incl.)
- Age 10~Age 100
- 2~3 hours
- 07:00
Ride through rice-fields and reward yourself with a hearty local lunch! Tour Highlights: ✔ Discover the best scenic spots on a local cycling tour! ✔ Enjoy a simple cooking lesson ✔ Learn cooking of'Hatto-jiru '(dumpling soup), a local delicacy ✔ Stroll to the historical Towada Shrine and offer a prayer The rice fertile soil of the Kitakami River catchent area has long supported the prosperity of World Heritage town, Hiraizumi.The fresh produce and rice that are born from this soil have played an integral role in the town's history.Discover the best scenic spots to appreciate this picturesque countryside on a local cycling tour! Riding through the atmospheric morning mist, you will truly feel the history and essence of the town.After working up an appetite, you'll also enjoy a simple cooking lesson and re-fuel with a bowl of your own handmade 'Hatto-jiru' (dumpling soup), a local delicacy. Bicycles can be returned to the rental-cycle return spot in front of the station. == 3,300 JPY
- Age 5~
- 4~5 hours
- 05:30
An indulgent moment of doing… nothing! Tour Highlights: ✔ Starting with a relaxing early-morning canoe ✔ Indulge in some quiet chill-time, soaking up the serene local nature ✔ Enjoy an on-the-water breakfast of pizza toast ✔ Stroll to the historical Towada Shrine and offer a prayer ✔ Get into town to explore the Towada Civic Library Sometimes, there is literally nothing better to do than simply do nothing! Starting with a relaxing early-morning canoe, this plan allows you to indulge in some quiet chill-time, soaking up the serene local nature and history. Enjoy an on-the -water breakfast of pizza toast from Lake Towada's local favorite'Cafe Ikoi 'as you calmly float in a canoe. Return to shore for a stroll to the historical Towada Shrine and offer a prayer. Finally, jump aboard a private taxi to drive you into town to explore the Towada Civic Library and other attractions. == Available only Saturday, Sunday, Monday of Autumn, Oct.1 ~ Nov.15 19,800 JPY per pax
- Age 5~
- 1 Day or more
- 15:00
With rare early-morning and nighttime canoeing tours! Tour Highlights: ✔ Staying overnight at Utarube Camp Ground ✔ Reconnect with nature through everything from adventurous outdoor activities ✔ Enjoy a guided canoe tour On this plan you will experience nothing but nature, in the best way possible! Staying overnight at Utarube Camp Ground on the shores of Lake Towada, reconnect with nature through everything from adventurous outdoor activities to frying up fresh local veggies and ingredients on the BBQ! Wake up with the birds and enjoy a guided canoe tour, leaving from and returning to the camp grounds.The Utarube area of the lake is known for its calm waters, where you can enjoy mirror-like reflections and echos reverberating off the mountains. an extra special experience, try a rare night-time canoe tour, with the lake to yourself! == Available only Autumn, Oct.1 ~ Nov.15 42,800 JPY per pax
- Age 5~
- 3~4 hours
- 18:00
Frozen waterfalls to illuminated architecture-experience man vs. nature in the art world! Tour Highlights: ✔ Explore the grounds of Towada Modern Art Museum after dark ✔ Enjoy unique works that can only be seen at night ✔ Enjoy two major light-up events in one evening on this round-trip course Explore the grounds of Towada Modern Art Museum after dark and enjoy unique works that can only be seen at night, like the showcase 'Multicoloured Fragments', along with installations like 'Flying man and hunter' or 'Even Shetia' that take on a new life once the sun goes down.Next, enjoy nature's own art display, in the form of illuminated frozen waterfalls and ice formations along Oirase mountain stream.Drive to some of the highlights with your nature guide in the passenger seat to fill you in along the way.Enjoy two major light-up events in one evening on this round-trip course between Towada Modern Art Museum → Oirase mountain stream → Nenokuchi (turn around point) → Oirase mountain stream → Towada City centre. == Available only Jan 10-Mar 15. 4,000 JPY
- Age 20~
- 2~3 hours
- 18:30
'Imagine' you're a local with ... 'Umajin?'! Tour Highlights: ✔ Experience unique hats of a symbol of historical horse-breeding town ✔ Perfect communication tool also with a 'Good Design' award ✔ Indulge in a light-hearted night of bar-hopping 'Umajin'… part horse (uma), part man (jin)… a symbol of historical horse-breeding town, Towada City.These, err, unique hats might look strange, but they are actually the perfect communication tool and have even been recognised with a 'Good Design' award! You might feel mildly embarrassed to wear it at first, but you'll soon discover the mysterious community building power of 'Umajination' – how a strange hat can instil excitement and joy with each inquisitive glance from passers-by.Indulge in a light-hearted night of bar-hopping between some of Towada's fantastic local haunts with your local expert 'Umajin' guide! == 8,000 JPY
- Age 5~
- 1~2 hours
- 18:00
Follow the footsteps of the world-class designers around art town, Towada CityTour Highlights: ✔ Visit treasure-trove for architecture and art enthusiasts ✔ Reappreciate legendary international architects masterpieces by night ✔ Embrace your inner artist and follow your guide on a walkThe center of Towada City is a treasure-trove for architecture and art enthusiasts, featuring many works designed by legendary international architects; the Towada Modern Art Museum by Ryue Nishizawa, Towada City Library by Andou Tadao, Towada Civic Plaza by Kuma Kengo to name a few !. Why not reappreciate these masterpieces from a new perspective? By night! Embrace your inner artist and follow your guide on a walk to all three of these architectural wonders, as well as art highlights hidden around the city streets. == 3,500 JPY per pax
- Age 10~
- 3~4 hours
- 04:00
A morning on a local fishing boat in seafood paradise, Kesennuma Tour Highlights: ✔ Kesennuma's fishing grounds are considered to be the three largest in the world! ✔ Rare chance to experience the life of a local fisherman The fishing grounds along the Sanriku coastline off Kesennuma City are considered to be among the three largest in the world! The prosperous port town boasts an expansive local fishing industry, covering everything from deep sea fishing to cultivated seafoods.This program gives visitors the rare chance to experience for themselves the life of a local fisherman.Starting from the early dawn, board a fishing boat and head out to sea, watching the fishermen at work from the frontline! You'll be left speechless by the intense action unfolding before you ( but not too close !!). Get a taste of a fisherman's daily life – from the incredible physicality of their work to their expert ability to read the waves and behavior of the fish.Watching the sunrise over the water from the deck will be a moment that will stay with you forever.After working up an appetite, drop in to a restaurant frequented by the local fishermen themselves.If you're lucky, you might even meet one over breakfast!
- Age 20~
- 1~2 hours
- 20:00
New ways to enjoy 'old' sake with Japan's number one collector of vintage sake! Tour Highlights: ✔ Enjoy the difference in color, aroma and flavor of vintage sake! ✔ 'Okei-Chaya' boasts Japan's largest collection of Koshu! Enjoy the difference in color, aroma and flavor of 'Koshu' – vintage sake! Local sake specialty store 'Okei-Chaya' in Kesennuma City boasts Japan's largest collection of Koshu! Due to variation in temperature and length of maturation, the flavor of an aged sake is completely different to 'new' fresh sake varieties.Let the resident sake master at 'Okei-Chaya' help you find your favorite selection from the incredible array of choices.After sharing several glasses and much fun local chat, you are sure to discover your number one choice of vintage sake! == * (Tax incl.) 1 pax: 10,800 JPY (11,880 JPY) 2 pax: 15,600 JPY (17,160 JPY) 3 pax: 20,520 JPY (22,572 JPY) 4 pax: 25,440 JPY (27,984 JPY) 5 pax: 31,800 JPY (34,980 JPY) Duration: 2hours, 20: 00-21: 00
- Age 20~
- 2~3 hours
- 16:00
Rare local dining experience at a sake brewery with over 100 years of history! Tour Highlights: ✔ A tour of the brewery to deepen your knowledge of Japanese sake Otokoyama Honten is a well-established local sake brewery with over 100 years of history.Much-loved by the locals, the brewers are constantly embracing new challenges – from original varieties like 'Kesennuma Otokoyama' made using traditional brewing methods and the refreshing flavor of 'Soutenden' that pairs well with seafood, to a range of fruit-liquors with a sake base.This plan will first take you on a tour of the brewery to deepen your knowledge of Japanese sake, before you move to the traditional Japanese house onsite at the brewery (a designated tangible cultural property) .Sitting down in a beautiful tatami-matted room full of rustic charm, you'll enjoy a delicious meal of sushi and other dishes made with local produce (and paired with more sake, of course !). == * (Tax incl.) 1 pax: 36,000 JPY (39,600 JPY) 2 pax: 62,400 JPY (68,640 JPY) 3 pax: 86,400 JPY (95,040 JPY) 4 pax: 110,400 JPY (121,440 JPY) 5 pax: 115,000 JPY (126,500 JPY) Duration: 2.5 hours 16: 00-17: 00 Sake brewery tour 17: 30-19: 00 Dinner party
- Age 20~
- 2~3 hours
- 16:00
Hear the stories and taste the passion behind a much loved local sake brewery Tour Highlights: ✔ Visit local brewery Otokoyama, boasting a history of over 100 years ✔ 'Toji' (master brewer) himself or chef to help you discover flavour Otokoyama Honten is a well established local brewery boasting a history of over 100 years.From varieties of sake made using the same tried-and-true methods from when the brewery first opened, to newer creations developed to match the flavors of local seafood, Otokoyama Feel the passion of the brewers as they guide you around the fascinating brewery facilities.Next, head into town to a local restaurant where you'll enjoy a special pairing session of local cuisine and sake from Otokoyama . The highlight? You'll be joined by pairing experts such as the 'Toji' (master brewer) himself or chef to help you discover flavor combinations that will leave you coming back for more! == * (Tax incl.) 1 pax: 27,600 JPY (30,360 JPY) 2pax: 39,600 JPY (43,560 JPY) 3 pax: 49,320 JPY (54,252 JPY) 4 pax: 60,000 JPY (66,000 JPY) 5 pax: 75,000 JPY (82,500 JPY) Duration: 2.5 hours 16: 00-17: 00 Sake brewery tour 17: 30-19: 00
- Age 20~
- 1~2 hours
- 18:00
Discover the tastes of a tiny town in its tiny bars! Tour Highlights: ✔ Visit bars usually full of lively local regulars with guide ✔ Eat, drink and be merry with the bar owners and local customers Welcome to the tiny, retro izakayas and bars of Miyako City, yet to be discovered by tourists! These bars are usually full of lively local regulars, so it might be a little intimidating to enter on your own the first time…! On this tour , you'll have an English-speaking local guide to lead the way.Eat, drink and be merry with the bar owners and local customers, with your guide there to help overcome any language barriers.You'll visit two local drinking holes and enjoy some local grub and a glass of your favorite drop at each.Discover new tasty favorites as you master how to eat and drink like a true Japanese local! 18:00 Meet with your guide at Miyako Station (marked with red crab cap) 18:10 After a brief introduction, start a hopping tour and go to the first store 18:20 Arrive at the first store & eat and drink 18:50 Move to the second store 19:00 Arrival at the second store & eating and drinking 19:30 End of hopping tour, local dissolution
- Age 20~
- 2~3 hours
- 18:00
Eat & drink like a local down the alleyways of Hachinohe Tour Highlights: ✔ Find eight atmospheric alleyways (called 'Yokocho') ✔ Be taken to a local favorite cocktail bar called 'Prince' ✔ Taste unique drink mixed by the famous cocktail master ✔ Enjoy a local meal at a popular 'izakaya' style restaurant The real city of Hachinohe can be found down its back-street alleyways! In the center of town you'll find eight atmospheric alleyways (called 'Yokocho'), each lined with tiny restaurants and bars.Your guide will help you navigate the maze After taking a memorable photo or two, you'll first be taken to a local favorite cocktail bar called 'Prince' for a unique drink mixed by the famous cocktail master! Next you'll enjoy a local meal at a popular 'izakaya' style restaurant (like a Japanese style pub or tapas bar). 18:00 Meet at Hachinohe Portal Museum 'Hachi' (Pick-up from hotel also possible from central Hachinohe) 18:15 Guided tour of alleyway area 18:40 'Kampai!' (Cheers!) At 'Prince' cocktail bar 19:00 Local dinner (1 drink included) at 'izakaya' restaurant 'Akira' == 9,500 JPY per pax ** Tour is available between Jan.10-Dec.20
- Age 5~
- 4~5 hours
- 15:00
Retro shopping street walking tour & dinner at 100-year-old restaurant Tour Highlights: ✔ Explore sake breweries, traditional storehouses and scenic streets ✔ Enjoy a delicious meal of Japanese cuisine ✔ Visit traditional fine-dining restaurant with over 100 years of history Kuroshi City is the heart of old Tsugaru! Your guide will take you on a trip through time as you explore sake breweries, traditional storehouses and scenic streets retaining the nostalgic atmoshere of a time gone by.For dinner, enjoy a delicious meal of Japanese cuisine as you look out over an illuminated Japanese garden at 'Fujimikan', a traditional fine-dining restaurant with over 100 years of history. 15:00 Pick-up from hotel (in central Aomori City) by private taxi (around 60 mins) 16:00 Walking tour of 'Komise' street in Kuroishi (Explore sake brewery, storehouses etc. with your guide) (60 mins) 17:00 Dinner at 'Fujimikan' 18:30 Depart Fujimikan by private taxi 19:30 Arrive back at Aomori hotel (60 mins) == Fee per person (including taxi) by number of guests: 2 pax: 34,000JPY 3-4 pax: 25,000JPY 5-8 pax: 20,000JPY
- Age 5~
- 2~3 hours
- 17:00
Level-up your shrine game with a blessing and etiquette lesson at local shrine with 'Nebuta' lanterns Tour Highlights: ✔ Learn the proper etiquette to make a prayer ✔ Occasion to see the light of paper lanterns designed by 'Nebuta' creators ✔ Receiving a cup of 'omiki' (ceremonial sake) ✔ Receive an original wooden amulet At Hirota Shrine in Nagashima, Aomori City, learn the proper etiquette to make a prayer before receiving a blessing from the chief priest under the light of paper lanterns designed by 'Nebuta' creators. Finish by receiving a cup of 'omiki' (ceremonial sake ) .As a momento of your spiritual experience, you will also receive an original wooden amulet from Hirota Shrine, as well as a book for collecting 'Goshuin' (temple stamps). 17:00 Meet at Hirota Shrine 17:30 Practice etiquette of visiting a shrine (15 mins) 17:50 Prayer and blessing experience (40 mins) 18:40 Receive 'Omiki' (ceremonial sake) (20 mins) 19:00 Program ends at Hirota Shrine == ★ 28,000 JPY per pax (minimum 2 persons) ** Tour is available between Jan.10 ~ Dec.20, except Wednesdays
- Age 5~
- 2~3 hours
- 08:30
Dress as a priest or 'Miko' (maiden) and experience the routine of a Shinto Shrine Tour Highlights: ✔ Change into traditional clothing ✔ Practice etiquette of visiting a shrine ✔ Join the Shinto morning cleaning activities Experience dressing as a Shinto Priest or 'Miko' (Shrine Maiden) at Hirota Shrine in Aomori City.After paying a visit to the shrine, join the Shinto morning cleaning activities that take place at shrines everyday! Capture the experience by taking some photos at the shrine before changing back into your clothes. 8:30 Meet at Hirota Shrine 8:40 Change into traditional clothing (Shinto Priest or Shrine Mainden) (30 mins) 9:10 Practice etiquette of visiting a shrine (explanation from priest) (15 mins) 9:30 Cleaning of shrine grounds (30 mins) 10:00 Take pictures and change.End of program. == ★ 9,000 JPY per pax (minimum 2 persons) ** Tour is available between Jan.10 ~ Dec.20, except Wednesdays
- Age 5~
- 2~3 hours
- 18:30
Experience the music and dance of Aomori's largest festival at a local restaurant! Tour Highlights: ✔ Enjoy entertainment includes Aomori folksong, Shamisen and 'Haneto' dance ✔ Experience Nebuta festival ✔ Taste a meal of local cuisine and drinks! ✔ This is a convenient taxi plan 18:30 Your guide will meet you at your hotel. (Move to restaurant by taxi / walk) 18:45 Arrive at restaurant.Enjoy a meal of local cuisine and drinks! 19:00 Special entertainment begins !! Join in the fun! Entertainment includes Aomori folksong, Shamisen and 'Haneto' dance from the Nebuta festival. 20:00 Return to hotel by taxi / walk.End of program. == 16,000 JPY per pax (min. 2 persons)
- Age 20~
- 2~3 hours
- 16:00
Choose your favorite sake from specialty store and go drinking with the owner! Tour Highlights: ✔ Enjoy a tasting session of local sake ✔ Walk to a local yakitori place with Mr. Garman, store owner as your guide ✔ Enjoy some delicious yakitori with your chosen sake 16:00 Enjoy a tasting session of local sake at a sake specialty store.Store owner, Mr. Garman, will give you some tips and advice about which varieties pair well with 'yakitori' (grilled skewers) .Choose a bottle of your favouirite to take with you to dinner! Walk to a local yakitori place with Mr. Garman as your guide. 17:00 'Kampai!' (Cheers!) Enjoy some delicious yakitori with your chosen sake-how do they pair? Learn more about sake and Aomori from fun conversation with Mr. Garman! 18:00 Program ends at yakitori restaurant (don't drink too much !!) == 7,000 JPY per pax (min. 2 persons) ** Tour is available between Jan.10-Dec.25.
- Age 2~
- 3~4 hours
- 10:45
If you've visited Japan before you have probably been to countless shrines and temples and left feeling 'shrined out'.Delve into a deeper experience of the Shinto religion by receiving a formal blessing at one of the most important spiritual hubs in northern Japan, the 1200 year old Shiogama Shrine. Discover the essence of Shinto as you learn about the history of the religion, the symbolism behind many of the objects and rituals you've seen at shrines across Japan, and the ways in which this same essence is very much prevalent in the daily lifestyle of the Japanese people.After receiving the formal blessing, continue your exploration further by indulging in a local lunch based on the Shinto concept of 'Naorai', where people become closer to 'Kamisama' (the Shinto God) through consuming the same offerings presented during the ceremony.Finally, take a walk through the town of Shiogama and uncover the essence of Shinto present in the daily life of the towns people.
- Age 21~
- 1~2 hours
Level-up your sake drinking game with this masterclass at the well renown Urakasumi Sake Brewery in Shiogama City. Urakasumi have been producing sake in Shiogama since 1724, including the sacred ceremonial sake used at Shiogama Shrine, the most important Shinto shrine in northern Japan. Known for its 'classic and elegant' sake, Urakasumi varieties pair excellently with the abundant local seafood which Shiogama is famous for.During this masterclass, not only will you have the opportunity to sample several varieties of Urakasumi's premium range of sake, you will learn how to best appreciate each drop; from the optimum drinking vessel to what kind of food to pair it with! You will be provided with a range of tasty bites of local produce to experiment pairing with, including the locally produced 'moshio' (seaweed salt ) .Having produced moshio for over a thousand years, Shiogama locals often add seaweed salt to various foods, including using it as a substitute for soy-sauce when eating sus hi, as well as adding a unique dimension of flavor by dissolving it in their mouths before drinking sake.
- Age 2~
- 2~3 hours
- 07:30
Many assume that the auctions held at big-city markets like Toyosu (prev Tsukiji) in Tokyo are the heart of Japan's seafood trade, but this is actually the second time the giant tuna have been sold to market! The true heart of the action actually occurs a day earlier at Shiogama City Fish Market, the home of the largest catch of fresh tuna in all of Japan.Experience the action for yourself with this rare chance to view the auction up-close from the market floor itself, guided by a local tuna wholesaler.This area is usually completely off-limits to the public (who can view from the closed-off gallery)-only on this tour will you gain special permission to enter the market as if you were a local wholesaler yourself! The auction is also famous for being the fastest in Japan, with the action over and done with in around 30 minutes! Watch in awe as the pack of wholesalers moves down the lines and lines of giant tuna at a crazy pace, calling out unintelligible prices and bids as they go. After the auction, retreat to the onsite seafood restaurant where you'll have the chance to carve-up one of the massive tuna bought at the same auction.Use the fresh sashimi to make your own nigiri-sushi and devour it for breakfast, alon
- Age 2~
- 5~6 hours
- 09:00
Matsushima Bay is famous for its picturesque views of tiny islands dotted across calm blue waters, but many do not realise that the group of larger islands-the Urato Islands-are actually home to many of Shiogama City's townspeople, including local fishermen and oyster farmers. The waters of Matsushima Bay are some of the worlds most fertile for cultivating oysters.So fertile, in fact, that many of Japan's (and even overseas) oyster farms source their oyster 'seeds' from these very waters.In many ways, Matsushima Bay and the Urato Islands are the birthplace of the oysters that end up on our plates all around the world.On this tour, you can experience the life of an oyster farmer by jumping aboard a local fishing boat and watching the harvest process right in front of your eyes! You'll also have the chance to try some huge, juicy oysters straight from the water-they don't get much fresher than this !! Take the rest of the harvest back to shore and enjoy a seafood BBQ as you take in views over the water.Before and after your oyster experience you'll also have time to explore the island itself, learning more about the history and lifestyle of the people who live there and discovering hidden views of one.
- Age 5~
- 1 Day or more
- 15:00
Guided overnight experience on northern Japan's most myst Tour Highlights: ✔ Visit sacred grounds of Mt. Osorezan ✔ Check-in to temple lodging ✔ Bathe in hot spring bath ✔ Experience Buddhist prayer ceremony at temple hall 15:00 Meet at Mt. Osorezan (around 35 mins from Mutsu City on Shimokita Transport Bus) 15:15 Visit sacred grounds of Mt. Osorezan (Guided by English-speaking guide, 45 mins) 16:00 Check-in to temple lodging (Overnight stay also accompanied by English speaking guide) 17:00 Bathe in hot spring bath 18:00 Dinner / downtime (lights-out by 22:00) 06:00 Wake up (baths open from 5:00) 06:30 Morning activites (Buddhist prayer ceremony at temple hall) 07:30 Program ends after breakfast. == ** Price may differ by participants number 37,000 JPY per pax (min. 2 persons) 30,000 JPY per pax (min. 3 persons) 26,000 JPY per pax (min. 4 persons) ** Tour is available during May.1 ~ Oct.31, except July 20-24 (Mt.Osorezan Festival), consecutive holidays in early October (Osorezan Autumn Visit) period.
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