Eco-tourism in Japan Page 13

• Age 2～Age 80
• 1～2 hours /3～4 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

"Akashiba Gorge" is one of the most beautiful scenic spots in Bandai-Asahi National Park. The area is covered with broad-leaved trees such as mountain maple, maple, and beech, and is a famous spot for autumn leaves that turn bright red every fall. It is said that the name Akashiba Gorge was given because it was called "Japanese red wall". The Arakawa River, which has a gorge, looks like a rapid current when viewed from National Route 113, but on this tour, you will tour a relatively calm area surrounded by granite rocks by canoe. Unlike canoeing on the lake, the field with a current is thrilling. After warming up, in the first half we will row back to the flow of the river. With a break on the way, the second half is a canoe down the valley. The view of Akashiba Gorge from the water with a guide is exceptional. Although it will be held rain or shine, it may be canceled at the discretion of the local guide, such as when the flow of the river is very fast. In that case, the fee will be fully refunded. Basic pets cannot ride together. Please contact us if you have enough experience.

• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

"Wild Bird Forest Nature Watching" is Picchio's signature tour. While walking through "Karuizawa Wild Bird Forest", you can observe seasonal creatures. The walking distance is just under 2 kilometers. Anyone can enjoy it, from small children to the elderly.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 6～Age 75
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 10:00

Hinohara Village is the only village on land in Tokyo. Deep inside the village, on a ridge well over 700m above sea level, lies the old house "Kyu Kobayashi Family Residence". Built in the mid-Edo period (more than 320 years ago), this mountain house is literally an "old house in the sky". This tour, which takes you there by mountain monorail that goes straight up a super steep slope of nearly 45 degrees, is an extremely extraordinary experience that will leave a deep impression on your memory, both geographically and historically, as well as physically. The tour meets at the Tokyo Back Mountain Base in front of JR Musashi-Itsukaichi Station, and includes transportation to the site by private car. *Hinohara Village has been designated as a national ecotourism promotion area, and as an exception, transportation to the ecotour site by car is permitted. (Your accompanying guide, Jinken, is a certified eco-tour guide for Hinode Village.) For lunch, you will be served at the Kobayashi Family House, with a lunchbox of light snacks (Cuban sandwiches) made specially for the Tokyo Urayama Base, and coffee brewed with water that participants themselves will have drawn from a special spring in the area. After experiencing the old mountain house, we will move on to another highlight of the day. We will stop at Kanoto Rock, a power spot known only to those in the know, and walk along the valley using chains. Here, too, you can experience a part of the local mountain worship and lifestyle culture. On the way back, we will cross a suspension bridge over the valley just beyond the Akigawa River from the village and enjoy a foot bath at a popular local hot spring. Once your feet are warm, we will head to a local cafe renovated from an old house, recommended by our guide (Jinken). We will take a break at CAFE POUND, the most popular cafe in the area, renovated from a Showa-era house by the owner himself. A private car will pick you up from the station, and you will be accompanied by a Hinode Village certified eco-tour guide. It will be a very fulfilling day where you can experience the lifestyle and culture of a mountain village. This is a premium tour with a capacity of only 6 people. (Participation is possible from one person. However, the minimum number of participants for the tour is 2 people.)

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• For Rainy Days
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• Age 6～Age 75
• 2～3 hours
• 08:30 / 12:30

We will walk lightly through the forest while Explanations vegetation such as shrub forests and coastal forests. It is recommended for those who want to enjoy watching nature while relaxing.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 75
• Over 6 hours on the day

Slowly ... Slowly ... Why don't you enjoy walking in the forest while observing nature? This plan, an overview of the nature while introducing the typical vegetation Explanations will. It is a light walk. Please participate casually.

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 75
• Over 6 hours on the day

It is a tour around the battle site where many memories sleep while considering the horror of war and the importance of peace. Ogasawara An investigator in the village battlefield survey report is guiding. The battlefield guide has visited many of the Japan battlefields in the north to Hakodate Battery and in the south to Okinawa Main Island.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

A walking course with goats.

• For Family

• Age 0～Age 90
• 1～2 hours

The Milky Way on the island can be seen from south to north.

• For Family

• Age 13～Age 70
• 3～4 hours
• 12:30

Walk in the middle diving ridge approaching the Pacific Ocean in Japan, aiming for JR Koboro station, which is popular as a secluded station and winter adventure trekking! From Koboro station I will aim the station Kaikan by train.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 0～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

While looking at the formations became exposed to the cliff, it is a tour to learn the history of the Earth activities of Tanohata.

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• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 12～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 09:30

Join me on a guided tour around Muikamachi, Niigata. Starting from Muikamachi Station, less than 2 hours from Tokyo, we'll cycle through Minamiuonuma's rice fields and Niigata's best spring water on our way to the Hakkaisan sake brewery, all with ease on e-bikes. At the brewery, we’ll explore the story and tradition behind this premium sake, connecting centuries of craftsmanship, heavy snowfall, and pristine water. We’ll enjoy a delicious meal featuring onigiri made from local rice (vegan option usually available). On the way back, we’ll stop at a traditional four-season Japanese park. We’ll return to the station by 15:00, giving you time to explore the local onsen or head back to Tokyo. The tour starts at 10:00 and covers about 20km. 〜Flow of experience〜 10:00　Departure We will depart from the east side of Muikamachi Station 11:00　Niigata Best Spring Water We will stop a bit to taste the voted best Niigata spring water. 12:00　Hakkaisan Sake Brewery We will visit the sake brewery, have lunch and explore the nature around the area. 14:00　Japanese park We will visit and learn more about a beautiful Japanese park and its history. 15:00　Return We will be back at the train station to finish the tour.

• Age 12～Age 70
• 3～4 hours
• 09:30

Join me on a guided tour of Daigenta in Yuzawa, Niigata. Starting from Echigo Yuzawa Station, just 70 minutes from Tokyo, we'll cycle through Yuzawa village and explore Japanese parks on our way to Daigenta Canyon with ease on e-bikes. At Daigenta, we'll enjoy views of rice paddies and mountain peaks, take a break at the lake, and then ride downhill through the forest and old village. An optional lunch at a local café is available. We’ll return to the station by 13:00, giving you time to explore Yuzawa's onsen town. The tour starts at 9:30 and covers about 15km. 〜Flow of experience〜 9:30　Departure We will depart from the east side of Echigo Yuzawa Station 10:00　Japanese park We will stop for a while, enjoying the four seasons Japanese park of Yuzawa. We may see some Koi fish swiming in the pound. 11:00　Daigenta lake We will have a small break to enjoy the breathtaking view that Daigenta Lake offer. 13:00　Return We will be back at the train station to finish the tour, you will have time to enjoy the local food from one of the many restaurants. Giving you the afternoon to enjoy the town of Yuzawa.

• Age 14～Age 75
• 3～4 hours
• 08:30

From the summit of the highest peak in the Kussharo Caldera, at an elevation of 999.99m, you can look down on four national parks: Akan Mashu, Shiretoko, Kushiro Marshland, and Daisetsuzan. If you put in a little effort and get up early, you may be able to see the miraculous view of the sunrise rising from the sea of ​​clouds. Why not go and see a spectacular view that will change your life? ~Schedule for the day~8:30 Meet at Highland Koshimizu The first 30 minutes are a continuous climb, but after that you can enjoy a pleasant ridge walk♪10:30 Arrive at the peak Have a relaxing coffee break at the viewpoint10:45 Start descending11:30 Finish descending Thank you for your hard work! We will provide you with local information such as recommended restaurants and hot springs nearby!

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• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 18
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 07:00

This is a tour for children only. Children who can travel by train will meet at the east exit of Chofu Station, and those who are being picked up by car will meet at Fukadai Nigiwai no Sato. This is a Kids Summer Homework DAY at Nogawa Nature School from 7am to around 5pm, with two meals included. Summer vacation independent research plan. One-day child care plan. Held every weekday. From mid-July to the end of August, 7am Chofu Station East Exit, Ground Level (for children who can ride the train) Fukadai Nigiwai No Sato (for children picked up and dropped off by car) ~Experience Outline~ 7am to 11pm Search for crabs and shrimp on the rocky shores of the sea, looking for flathead sea bass, Asian prawns, smooth herringbone, four-spotted conger eel, sea anemone, red sea cucumber, false isocras, Shinjo, warty river crab, sea shrimp and gun shrimp @ Yokosuka Wada Nagahama Beach 11am to 12pm Animal explanation and LUNCH GUSTO 1pm to 3pm Search for crayfish, Yamato swamp shrimp, striped shrimp and swamp shrimp in Yokosuka's rivers. 17:00 to 18:00 Break: McDonald's & information session Scheduled to disband after 18:00 Chofu Station or Fukadai Nigiwai no Sato What to bring: Marine shoes, change of clothes, swimsuit, drinks (lots), hat, backpack, insect repellent, plastic case Nogawa Nature School We look forward to your participation.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 18
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 07:00

This is a tour without children. Children who can travel by train will meet at the east exit of Chofu Station, and those who are picked up by car will meet at Fukadai Nigiwai no Sato. Summer vacation with two meals from 7:00 to around 21:00 Kids Summer Home work DAY at Nogawa Nature School. Summer vacation independent research plan One-day child care plan Held every weekday. From mid-July to the end of August 7:00am Chofu Station east exit ground exit (for children who can ride the train) Fukadai Nigiwai no Sato (for children who are picked up by car) ~Experience flow~ 7:00am to 9:00am Walk around several places in the forest and collect rhinoceros hornworm insects 9:00am to 12:00pm Lecture on how to raise them, creating a breeding environment (plastic cases, rotten wood, mats, and individuals will be prepared here) Parents will participate in the lecture online or we will send you images so that you can watch the video later, so parents should catch up on the parts that the children cannot catch up on. Free annual support Q&A via Nogawa Nature School's official LINE. 12:00 to 13:00 GUSTO 13:00 to 15:00 We will search for first instar larvae in several places in the forest, splitting rotting wood and compost, focusing on larvae. 16:00 to 17:00 Break McDonald's and information session 18:00 to 21:00 Night insect catching experience 21:00 Nishi-Kokubunji Station Disbandment schedule What to bring: Change of clothes, drinks (lots), hat, backpack, insect repellent Nogawa Nature School We look forward to your participation.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 70
• 3～4 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

This is a trekking tour where you can enjoy the nature of Hakone. The setting for the tour is Miyanoshita in Hakone Town. As you walk through the Showa retro town, you will come into contact with the history of the good old hot springs, and while thinking about history, you will walk through the dynamic natural valley that formed the basis of the hot springs. You will encounter moss and ferns that live in the moist environment at the bottom of the valley, and we will guide you into the microscopic world of moss using a magnifying glass! In addition to the tour, you will also have the opportunity to experience crafting as a memento of your trip. (Of course, you can take it home!) Enjoy the dynamic nature of the valley, the history of hot springs, and the Showa retro townscape of Miyanoshita, full of charm.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Asama Shrine cedar lined-old hundred years. Here, Mount Fuji and the lives of old people, or nature and people have coexisted how the relationship between the history and Fuji and the shrine of this shrine, we describe such as the presence of a mother of Shirataki. Walk the forest road along the river from the precinct, you take a look the natural appearance of truth and nature, which has been protected by the hand of man. Nature and Mount Fuji, is a course that can enjoy the society, culture, and history.

• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 75
• 1～2 hours

There are various nocturnal creatures on Chichijima Bonin flying foxes and green pepe are full of charm. Depending on the weather, you can explain the celestial bodies while looking at the moon and stars, or explore the beach at night and observe the creatures that live on the beach.

• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30

Take a walk with a nature guide through the Utasaibunabayashi, which is designated as a national natural monument. Why don't you enjoy the healing time by walking in the beech forest in each season? Let's go to the end of the walking path on the long course!

• For Rainy Days

• Age 12～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

In the deep forest, Snowshoes Let's go and meet the beech woodland and the huge tree that will survive!

• For Rainy Days

• Age 6～Age 75
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:30

Take a walk through the Utasai beech forest, which is designated as a national natural monument, with a nature guide. Take a walk with your guide to the national natural monument "Utasaibunabayashi" that has survived the two logging crises. In spring, take a walk while watching the pretty spring ephemeral flowers and the young shoots of fresh green beech. In summer, you can feel the natural energy in the dark green. In autumn, you can meet the golden beech forest.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 10～Age 100
• 4～5 hours

Okayama The Oyama-do in Manzan City, Maniwa City, begins at Oyama Shinmon. It is about 9km from the village of Gohara and Ensuke to the Yokomakura plateau at Tottori through Hatogara and Jizo Kawakami. The walking path is almost flat and not very difficult. I would like to add a quiz to the commentary at the point, and look back on the situation at that time.

• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 80
• 4～5 hours /5～6 hours

This is a highly recommended plan guided by a group of professional guides who won the 2018 Japan Ecotourism Grand Prize Special Award (Environment Minister's Award) Maniwa City Hiruzen Shimowa (Shitao) is an unexplored area where even locals do not set foot. The experienced Hiruzen Tour Desk members will guide you through the virgin beech forest that spreads out at the headwaters of the valley. If you do not have a guide, you may lose your sense of direction due to bad weather conditions, etc., and the risk is too high. We will guide you to the land of Please join us for this opportunity! !

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 16～Age 99
• 2～3 hours /4～5 hours
• 10:30

In the wide area nature guide, the scenic spots that represent Oku Boso, Shimizu Keiryu Square (Nomizo Falls, Kameiwa Cave), the famous Japanese painter, Kaii Higashiyama's afterglow model, "Kujukutani", etc. I will guide you in detail. In search of the "last unexplored region" of Oku Boso left in Chiba prefecture, we will guide you to secret spots that are not listed in the tourist guidebook, and will guide you to the whole prefecture by request. We will guide you in detail about the unknown natural attractions of Chiba prefecture. [Nature guide available area] ・ Shimizu mountain stream open space (Nomizo waterfall, Kameiwa cave) ・ Kanoyama old road ・ Mt. Nokogiri ・ Ubara Utopia

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 50
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

"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

• 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.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• 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.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• 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.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 85
• 1～2 hours

Use the lights to find wild animals in your car. Observe the scenery of the night, which is different from the daytime, and the state of wild animals.

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• Age 10～Age 65
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 07:00

Yakushima A mountain where you can feel the proximity of the mountain and the sea. If you are a mountain lover, you will want to stand on that mountain once! A huge mega-tree of banjo cedar that suddenly appears when you climb a steep climb. The view overlooks the coastline and makes you forget your tiredness. Chihiro Takino Yamaguchi → Mandai cedar → Kamiyama observatory → Mochom mountain → Kamiyama Observatory → Manyosugi → Chihiro Taki Yamaguchi(Time required About 7-8 hours)

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• For Groups