Eco-tourism in Japan Page 15

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

This is TokonatsuBase. We are conducting a sap tour using the surface of a dam lake in northern Okinawa prefecture, completely reserved for one group. Surrounding the dam lake is the Yanbar Forest, which is registered as a World Natural Heritage Site. You can hear birds chirping, the wind blowing, and the sounds of nature. Since it's on the surface of the lake, there are no waves and you don't have to worry about being washed away. Let's have a great adventure in Yanbaru Forest.

• For Groups

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

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

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 3～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:30

[Plan Contents] Enjoy the great outdoors from the lake. Spend a relaxing time! A leisurely stroll around Lake Kawaguchi Kayak Course This is a 1 hour and 30 minute Lake Kawaguchi kayak experience course. The guide will give you a lecture on land, so even beginners can enjoy it easily. Even children and those who are not good at exercise can feel safe! The guide will provide you with solid support ♪ You can kayak with your dog! The view of Mt. Fuji from the lake is sure to look great on Instagram! Guide will take a photo of you! You can also enjoy the majestic nature. [Price] ▼ Adults: 6,000 yen (tax included) ▼ Elementary school students and younger: 3,500 yen (tax included) *Please note that the price is different during the New Year holidays. <Flow of the day> ① AM 7:00/11:00/PM 13:00 Meet at NaturaBase If you need to change clothes and get ready, please come 15 minutes before. ↓ ② Lecture First, we will start with an explanation and practice on land. The guide will carefully lecture you on how to operate the kayak. Even first-timers can participate with confidence. Once you get used to it to a certain extent, you will go out to the lake and practice paddling. ↓ ③ Kayaking experience starts. We will provide you with a special moment! ↓ ④ 8/30/12:00/15:00 NaturaBase Disbandment [Things to bring] ・Change of clothes ・Towel ・Hat [Things you should bring] ・Sunscreen ・Sunglasses ・Glasses band [Clothing] In summer, please wear clothes and shoes that you don't mind getting wet. In spring, autumn, and winter, the temperature at Lake Kawaguchi can drop suddenly, so please dress warmly. In winter, we will lend you a cold weather jacket, boots, and gloves that you can wear over your own clothes for free!

• With Pets
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

Enjoy a sense of unity with nature with a mangrove kayak! The mangrove of the Oura River, which pours into Oura Bay, which is rich in biodiversity, is one of the largest in Okinawa and is said to be in the best preserved state in Okinawa. It is said that the richness of Oura Bay is due to the nutrients in the Yanbaru Forest slowly permeating the sea through the mud. We will guide you not only about the ecology of mangroves but also about the relationship between the forest of Yanbaru and the sea ♪ You can enjoy kayaking with peace of mind without waves, so it is perfect for families with young children. Please be healed while gazing at the mangrove forest in a relaxed flow ☆ 彡 ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Gather at Wansaka Oura Park 5 minutes ② Check your clothes and belongings. Wear a life jacket and listen to instructions on how to row a kayak. 10 minutes ③ Finally board the kayak and depart. You can go well right away. 10 minutes ④ Go slowly through the mangrove. The guide will talk about mangroves. 40 minutes ⑤ Return to the starting point, change clothes, shower, etc. Thank you for your hard work. 25 minutes

• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 08:30 / 10:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

While driving along the coastline, we will search for the natural monuments, the White-tailed Eagle and the Steller's sea eagle. If you find them, you can observe them with a 25x field scope and binoculars and take photos freely. There is a high probability that you will also see Ezo deer and wild birds. To prevent infection, all tours are conducted outdoors. If you are traveling by car, you will follow the guide's car in a rental car or similar vehicle, and observations will be conducted outdoors. In rare cases, roads may be closed due to storms or other reasons. If we find out about a closure in advance, we will contact you by mobile phone to cancel (or postpone if you wish).

• World Heritage
• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 80
• Within 1 hour
• 08:30 / 10:00 / 13:00 / 14:00

While driving along the coastline, we will search for the natural monuments, the White-tailed Eagle and the Steller's sea eagle. If you find them, you can observe them with a 25x field scope and 8x binoculars and take photos freely. You may also see Ezo deer and wild birds. To prevent infection, all tours are conducted outdoors. Please follow the guide's car in a rental car or other vehicle, and observations will be conducted outdoors. In rare cases, roads may be closed due to storms or other reasons. If we find out about a closure in advance, we will contact you by mobile phone to cancel (or postpone if you wish).

• Pickup Service
• For Groups

• Age 16～Age 65
• 2～3 hours

Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture, was selected as one of the "52 places to go in 2023" by the New York Times. The Yabukawa area of Morioka City is also famous as the coldest area in Honshu. You can experience snowboard trekking there! You can snowshoe while observing nature on your way to your destination, and when you arrive at your destination, the snowboard experience begins! You can freely ski on the vast grounds! You can ski on fluffy powder snow, or dive into the snow and play! There are many ways to play! An instructor with extensive guide experience will guide you and give you a lecture on the snowboard experience! Let's experience winter activities together that can only be done now! ~Clothing~ Snowshoes, poles, gloves, knit hat, winter wear/pants, thick socks, hiking boots (or snow boots), backpack, drinks, portable food (optional), hand warmer (optional), towel, tissue, etc. *If there are any defects in the clothes on the day, you may not be able to experience the experience. *Snowshoe and pole set can be rented for 500 yen (cash payment on site) ~ Flow of the day ~ Meeting place Mahora Iwate Rest House Komorebi-kan (436-1 Yabukawa Toyama, Iwate Prefecture) 10:00 Greetings, gear explanation, explanation of precautions, warm-up The event starts with a greeting from the instructor, followed by an explanation of how to use the gear and precautions, and warm-up exercises. 10:15 Snowshoe experience starts 10:30 Arrival at destination 11:30 Snowboard experience (60 minutes) 11:45 End of experience * Meet at the site and disband at the site. * The start time of the experience can be adjusted. Please feel free to contact us if you have a preferred time. * The event period and location may change depending on the snowfall. Thank you for your understanding.

• Age 0～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

Enjoy the scenic spots that represent Amami, "Kinsakubaru Primeval Forest" and "Mangrove Primeval Forest" in one day! You will be guided by Shun Shirahata, a certified guide of the Amami Islands. Families with children are also welcome! You are sure to enjoy Amami Oshima to the fullest! [Recommended points] ・ Lunch is provided with an island bento box made with ingredients from the island! ・ Enjoy both the mangroves and Kinsakubaru! ・ You can also choose to charter the tour! Enjoy freely with your family, friends, or partner. ・ It is a one-day tour from 9:00 to 17:00, so you can enjoy a leisurely Amami time. ~ Flow of the day ~ * The schedule below is an example when the pick-up location is the center of Naze. 9:00 If you would like to be picked up and dropped off, meet at the hotel or Amanico Shop, and the tour itinerary will be explained. 9:40 After arriving at the site, there will be a lecture on how to paddle a canoe. 10:00 Mangrove canoe tour: High tide is recommended for those who want to have a lot of fun canoeing, and low tide is recommended for those who want to land on the tidal flats and observe the wildlife! 12:30 Lunch: Eat an island bento lunch at a scenic spot. 14:15 Head to Kinsakubaru Primeval Forest. Enter the forest road. Drive 4.5 km on the unpaved forest road to the gate of Kinsakubaru Primeval Forest. Enjoy the natural streams, springs, and scenery along the way. 14:45 Arrive in front of the Kinsakubaru Primeval Forest gate, and start the approximately 2 km Kinsakubaru trek. 16:30 Trekking ends. 17:00 Pick-up and drop-off at the hotel or Amanico Shop.

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• For Family

• Age 20～Age 100
• Over 6 hours on the day

The polite guide of the veteran staff makes it possible for beginners to enjoy trekking safely and to enjoy the majestic natural attraction. The main courses are Heart Rock (Shirahiroiwa), Akagashirakarasubatto Sanctuary, Ulsan, Red Flag Mountain, Umbrella Mountain, Hatsuri, Mt. Crescent, Asahiyama, Chuoyama etc. The weather is cool and easy to walk in the best season Nov.~ May is recommended.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

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

A jungle island with a virgin forest with a subtropical climate Ogasawara So you can enjoy the majestic nature of nature. The main courses are Heart Rock (Shirahiroiwa), Akagashirakarasubatto Sanctuary, Ulsan, Red Flag Mountain, Umbrella Mountain, Hatsuri, Mt. Crescent, Asahiyama, Chuoyama etc. The weather is cool and easy to walk in the best season Nov. It is ~ May. other Activity For those who want to experience or have plans for sightseeing half-day I recommend a course.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 60
• 3～4 hours
• 08:45 / 13:15

If you want to play to the fullest in the Niyodo River, pack craft! Ride an inflatable kayak on your own and clear the torrent! Before the tour, we will give a lecture on how to paddle. The exhilaration of rowing a torrent on your own. There may be a throbbing happening where the boat is sometimes pushed by the waves and turned over.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 13～Age 85
• 4～5 hours

This is a one-of-a-kind plan guided by a group of professional guides who have won the 13th Japan Ecotourism Grand Prize Special Prize (Minister of the Environment Award). the headlights and traverse wearing such, Tsugurosen Noboru Yamaguchi will aim to arbor of

• For Groups

• 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.

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 20～Age 65
• 5～6 hours

The Furano and Biei districts, where the majestic Tokachidake mountain range stretches, are home to many 2,000-meter-class mountains. Among them, we will guide you to the most suitable area considering the weather and snow quality of the day, Mt. Sandan, which is relatively easy to access. ~ Flow of the day ~ 8:00 We will depart after checking the equipment before leaving Hakuginso or Ryounkaku. 10:30 Arrive at the summit If the weather is good, we will aim for the summit, but if the weather is bad, we will start skiing from the slope on the way. 12:00 Lunch Please have your own food. 12:30 Afternoon climb back up, slide return Considering the physical strength of the guests, we will climb back up 2 to 3 times. 15:00 Arrive at the departure base and enter the hot spring immediately after descending the mountain.

• Pickup Service

• Age 20～Age 65
• 5～6 hours

The Furano and Biei districts, where the majestic Tokachidake mountain range stretches, are home to many 2,000-meter-class mountains. Furano-dake, which is relatively easy to access, will be guided to the most suitable area considering the weather and snow quality of the day. ~ Flow of the day ~ 8:00 Departure will be after a pre-departure explanation at the parking space next to the bus stop and after checking the equipment. 10:30 Arrive at the summit If the weather is good, we will aim for the summit, but if the weather is bad, we will start skiing from the slope on the way. 12:00 Lunch Please have your own food. 12:30 Afternoon climb back up, slide return Considering the physical strength of the guests, we will climb back up 2 to 3 times. 15:00 Arrive at the parking space next to the bus stop After descending the mountain, you can enter the hot spring immediately.

• Pickup Service

• Age 1～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:30

Explore the mangrove forests of Amami Oshima, a World Heritage Site, by canoe and take a jungle tour around the Modama forest, which was the model for Jack and the Beanstalk, and the healing waterfalls. Experience the mysteries of nature and spend a memorable time! ◆Mangrove Canoe Tour In the mangrove forest, you can paddle through mangrove trees and jungle-like tunnels in a one- or two-seater canoe. The observation points change depending on the tide, and at high tide you can leisurely navigate between the lush trees from the water, and at low tide you can land on the tidal flats to observe creatures such as crabs, small shrimp, and gobies. The narrow waterway, which only allows one canoe to pass through, has an atmosphere like a jungle in a foreign country. ◆Exploring the Modama Forest Visit the "Modama Grove" that is said to have been the model for Jack and the Beanstalk. The Modama pods can grow up to one meter long, and their hanging appearance is impressive. Why not experience the wonders of nature in a fantastical forest? ◆Visit Funangyo Falls We will guide you to the impressive Funangyo Falls, which has a drop of about 35 meters. Look at the spectacular waterfall up close and feel the negative ions to refresh yourself. [Tour time] Morning session: Starts at 9:00 Afternoon session: Starts at 13:30 [Duration] About 3 hours [Tour fee (tax included)] Adults (junior high school students and above): 7,700 yen ~ Children (4 years old to elementary school students): 6,600 yen ~ 3 years old and under: Free * If you make a reservation for one person and the tour is reserved exclusively, there will be an additional charge of 13,700 yen (tax included). Let's enjoy a memorable adventure together on the nature-rich Amami Oshima. We look forward to your participation!

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 99
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:30

This tour is limited to one group per group, so it is recommended for couples, women, and families. This is a luxurious 3-hour tour around the northern area where the charm of Amami Oshima is condensed. It is difficult to go around the entire vast Amami Oshima, which has a circumference of about 460 km, but this tour will take you to a carefully selected list of recommended spots. You can choose 4 spots from the following spots according to your preferences. Customize your own special trip and fully enjoy the charm of Amami Oshima! If you choose the ``Omakase'' course, we will take you to the best spots for that season! [Recommended spots] ・Hill with a view of the two seas A spectacular spot where you can see two seas, the Pacific Ocean and the East China Sea. ・Maehida's Gajumaru Tree Line Feel the energy of nature on the mysterious Gajumaru tree-lined street. ・Kasari Lighthouse A romantic lighthouse with a beautiful view. You may be able to see a whale in winter! ・The ``Turtle'' who makes dreams come true Visit a stone statue of a turtle that is said to make wishes come true.・Cape Ayamaru Refresh yourself at this cape with a spectacular view of the cobalt blue sea. ・Heart Rock Take a commemorative photo at this heart-shaped rock, popular with couples. ・Aji no Sato Kasari A food spot where you can enjoy delicious local cuisine. ・Dragon Fort A scenic spot overlooking Tatsugo Bay. ・Amami Gunto National Park Visitor Center Amami Nature Observation Forest Encounter wild birds and insects endemic to Amami. If there are any other places you would like to visit in the northern area, please feel free to contact us. Let's create your trip together!

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• For Family

• Age 3～Age 60
• 1～2 hours

There is almost no current in the ocean at dawn, so it's actually the best time to relax on a SUP! ︎It seems that right after waking up, hormones that increase happiness are released in large quantities♪ If you go out to the ocean at such a precious time and watch the sunrise from a SUP, your happiness will reach its peak✨It's really the best morning to greet yourself on a quiet ocean where no one is around yet! Let's enjoy hot coffee and sweets while daydreaming♪ (For customers who don't like coffee, we will prepare fruit juice☺︎) Since it is a private tour only for our customers, it is a luxurious menu that allows you to rent the ocean freely and quietly✨ *Schedule (for September) * 6:10 Meet at the site (the location will be notified after booking) ↓ 6:20-7:30 Free time on the ocean to enjoy SUP, take photos, etc. ↓ Coffee time♪ (On the SUP when the ocean is calm, on the beach when there is a current) ↓ 8:30 Change clothes and get ready and disband ☆ We also welcome the addition of other menus such as snorkeling, so please let us know anything! *Currently, we do not provide transportation, but it may be possible depending on the number of people on the day, so please contact us if you would like a transportation☆

• Age 4～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30

Wearing snowshoes, Orinasu Why do not you set foot to it without a snowy field panorama seen yet of the flora and fauna? Nature guide walks while to tell fun and play in the winter of flora and fauna state and snowfields. Snowshoe all means to the first one! It is of thoroughly enjoy the course with snow tea time. So interesting I in the snow! !

• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 18:00 / 19:30

Wearing snowshoes, Yonomori and to large snowfield. Nature guide walks while to tell fun and the state of the winter of Yonomori that do not put very much if it is not together. Upon exiting to the snowy field, winter night sky full of stars of Kitakaruizawa is there. If you're weather, you can see a number of dazzling star in the crystal clear air. Only here the winter is a special experience.

• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 75
• 4～5 hours

Why not put on some snowshoes that are easy for beginners to walk on and go on an adventure into the white forest with a guide? At the Zao Bodaira Plateau, 1,000 meters above sea level, you can jump into the snow, enjoy the natural slides, and observe animal footprints, and immerse yourself in the snowy world. 《Itinerary》Kaminoyama Onsen Tourist Information Center 9:20 Departure ↓ (Free shuttle bus, White Echo, 30 minutes) Arrive Zao Liza World 9:51 Meet up with your guide in front of the ticket booth and receive your meal ticket. Put on your snowshoes, warm up, and then head out into the snowy forest of Zao. Snowshoe experience and snow play (about 2 hours) Arrive Zao Liza Restaurant around 12:00 Say goodbye to your guide here. Lunch (60 minutes) Choose your favorite menu from the menu, such as pizza or curry. Departs Zao Liza World at 13:20 (Free shuttle bus, White Echo, 30 minutes) Arrives at Kaminoyama Onsen Tourist Information Center at 13:51 *You can also use the bus stop near the inn. Please check the timetable for each bus stop and time. White Echo Timetable http://www.zaoliza.co.jp/wntr/43f9978d6bda04f3cd1767a66f5becd7b95899f0.pdf

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 74
• 1～2 hours
• 06:30 / 09:30 / 13:00 / 15:30

An experience you can only have here! Put on a dry suit and walk on the drift ice! Drift ice comes ashore on the coast of Okhotsk from late January. At its peak, the coast of Utoro is covered with pure white drift ice, creating a scene that you won't find anywhere else in Japan. Wear a special dry suit and walk on and touch the drift ice. A guide will support you, so even if it's your first time experiencing drift ice, you can feel at ease! ☆Tour times (held four times a day) 6:30-8:00 9:30-11:00 13:00-14:30 15:30-17:00 ☆Schedule for the day (Example → 9:30 start course) ☆ Around 9:15 [Pick-up] We will go around each hotel 15 minutes before the start of the tour to pick you up. Around 9:30 [Lecture] Once all the customers have gathered, we will start the lecture on putting on a dry suit. Around 9:50 [Departure] Once everyone has changed clothes and finished getting ready, it's time to depart! Let's immerse ourselves in the world of drift ice in our own way♪ Around 10:40 [Going ashore] The fun time is fleeting. It's a little sad to leave, but we go ashore and get changed. Around 11:00 [Pick-up] We'll send you off to your accommodation and the tour will end. Thank you for your hard work! *The schedule is a guideline.

• Pickup Service

• Age 4～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

Iriomote Island was registered as a World Natural Heritage Site in 2021! Visit the two major tourist attractions of Iriomote Island! ! Half a day (morning) to the Pinaisara waterfall, which boasts the largest drop in the prefecture and is located in a very precious area that has been designated as a specific tourist resource even within the World Heritage site of Iriomote Island and will require access approval from March 2025. We will spend half a day observing nature while rowing through the mangrove river and trekking through the subtropical jungle. In the summer, you can swim in the waterfall, which is refreshing and refreshing. The other half day (afternoon) is free to take a leisurely tour of Yubu Island on a buffalo cart! Recommended for families with children and customers who are worried about being active all day, this is a course that can be enjoyed throughout the year by visiting the two major tourist attractions of Iriomote Island. We will visit two famous spots in the morning and afternoon. Day trips from Ishigaki Island are also OK.

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 09:00

Starting from Ichikawa Park MTB Field in Ichikawamisato-cho, you can enjoy mountain biking to your heart's content in the mountains of Yamanashi Prefecture. This is a premium mountain bike guided tour.

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 09:00

This is the first program for enjoying the mountains of Yamanashi Prefecture, based at Ichikawa Park MTB Field in Ichikawamisato Town. This is a premium mountain bike guided tour for beginners, families, and children to learn the basics of mountain biking from scratch and learn how to ride mountain bikes safely and enjoyably on mountain trails.

• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 74
• 3～4 hours

Deep in the forest of Shiretoko, you will get lost if you don't take a guided tour. We will walk in the primeval forest that is typical of Shiretoko on snowshoes. In the silent forest covered in snow, you will encounter various wild animal tracks, rustling sounds of animals moving, and other things that you can only encounter at this time of year. Let's go on an exploration of the forest where wild animals live together! ☆Tour time 1/20-3/31 13:30-16:30 12/1-1/19 12:30-15:30 ☆Schedule of the day (Example → If starting at 13:30) ☆ Around 13:15 [Pick-up] We will go around each hotel and pick you up 15 minutes before the start of the tour. *If you are coming by car, please cooperate with the local gathering. Around 13:30 [Preparation] Once everyone is gathered, we will give a lecture and put on snowshoes. Around 13:40 [Departure] Now, it's time to set off on a walk through the winter forest! What kind of encounters will we have today? Around 16:20 [Back] The tour ends when you take off your snowshoes. Customers who met at the site disband here. Thank you for your hard work. Around 16:30 [Drop-off] We drop you off at your accommodation and the tour ends. Thank you for your hard work! *The schedule is a guide only.

• Pickup Service

• 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