Eco-tourism in Japan Page 19

• 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 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

This is a plan that is only available during low tide and is reserved for families and groups. Paddle a canoe, walk on the tidal flats, and enjoy nature with all five senses, an experience unique to the tropical island of Amami Oshima. From small children to grandparents, everyone can enjoy this tour, so the whole family will be very satisfied! Of course, couples and solo participants are also welcome! ★Schedule① Meet at the Mangrove Park Roadside Station② Arrive at the kayak launch point and receive a preparation lecture. We will explain how to paddle and what to be careful of. ③ Start kayakingFirst, we will go down the wide river and head for the tidal flats. ④ Land on the tidal flats Get off the kayak and take a walk! ⑤ Observe the creatures and plantsThere are many creatures on the tidal flats and tide pools! It's also fun to observe the plants! ⑥ Head upstream in a canoe againPaddle to the goal! ⑦ End at the Mangrove Park★About the safety of the tourThe guide for this tour will be an instructor who has taken a kayak training program. We will provide appropriate lectures and advice to customers who are new to kayaking, and conduct the tour in accordance with safety standards.

• For Rainy Days
• For Family
• Green Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 6～Age 75
• 4～5 hours
• 09:45

A private trekking tour with a guide around the sights of Mt. Nokogiri, a lesser-known mountain on the Boso Peninsula. This is a special tour that allows you to enjoy the sights of Mt. Nokogiri, a unique mountain where the remains of the stone-cutting industry that supported the region and the Buddhist world of Nihon-ji Temple are back to back, all in one day! We start by walking through the streets of Kanaya, which flourished as a stone-cutting industry from the Edo period to the Showa period, and then head to the Nokogiriyama Ropeway Station. After entering the grounds of Nihon-ji Temple and worshiping the "Hyakushaku Kannon," we trace the scenery and history of the remains of the quarry, which once flourished as a stone-cutting industry and now stands like an ancient ruin. After that, we proceed while listening to the guide's explanations about the sights such as the famous photo spots "Peeking into Hell" and "1,500 Arhats," and the tallest "Great Buddha" in Japan (as a seated statue and rock-carved Buddha), and finally descend the mountain by ropeway and disband. *There will be a lunch break along the way.

• Age 8～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30

Hiraodai Quasi-National Park, a popular tourist destination in Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture, has discovered about 200 caves. Cave exploration (caving) is a tour where you explore unseen caves with a guide that are not tourist-friendly and have not been touched by human hands. *This is a tour to explore a mysterious underground lake. The space where the pure white marble cave spreads is a series of excitement and thrills. The guide will take videos and photos during the exploration, so you can record your memories! Why not put on a helmet, light, and overalls and explore a mysterious underground cave? Our experienced guides will support children and adults alike and guide you safely and enjoyably ♪ The goal of this tour is the mysterious underground lake! When you sink the light, the underground lake will be dyed a beautiful blue. Let's take a commemorative photo! The guide will bring lighting equipment and take videos and photos during the exploration. We will give it to you on the spot after the tour. ~Schedule for the day~ 9:30/13:30 Check-in at the office Once you have finished checking in, you will change into special equipment in the office. Please rest assured that valuables will be kept at the office. ↓Transport in the guide's car You will travel to the vicinity of the cave in the guide's car. *It will take about 10 minutes on foot from where you can park the car to the entrance of the cave. ↓10:00/14:00 Start of exploration Check your equipment again, do some warm-up exercises and start your exploration! *The experience will last approximately 2 to 2.5 hours depending on your physical strength, etc.

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• Age 10～Age 59
• 3～4 hours
• 08:15 / 12:45

Anyone can easily enjoy the sea of ​​Ishigaki Island by snorkeling! This course is recommended for first-timers, those who are worried about not being able to swim, or those who are scared but still want to take a peek at the ocean. Why not spend a relaxing and luxurious time at Sandbar, a beautiful phantom island that will make you forget the time?

• Pickup Service
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 75
• 3～4 hours
• 09:45

Nokogiriyama is known as a lesser known mountain on the Boso Peninsula. With its jagged ridgeline resembling the teeth of a saw, and the remains of the quarry where Boso stone was quarried by the stone-cutting industry until the Showa era, it looks like an abandoned building, and this otherworldly space that appears in the middle of nature has become popular. On this tour, you will pass through the streets of Kanaya, which once flourished as a stone-cutting industry, and climb the "Sharikko Road," a road that once transported quarried stone, with a guide. While enjoying the climb, which is low above sea level but has a large elevation difference, you will feel the breath of the craftsmen of the time, and trace the history of how Boso stone supported Japan's modernization and declined over time.

• Age 6～Age 75
• 3～4 hours
• 09:50

Nokogiriyama is known as a low-profile mountain on the Boso Peninsula. On its southern side is the grounds of Nippon-ji Temple, the imperial temple of Emperor Shomu, which will celebrate its 1,300th anniversary in 2025. This plan is a half-day tour to experience the charms of Nokogiriyama Nippon-ji Temple, starting from JR Yasuda Station, walking along the main approach to the temple and climbing Nokogiriyama from the mountain gate. Once inside the Nippon-ji Temple grounds, you can enjoy the mystical atmosphere of the tallest Buddha statue in Japan (as a seated statue and rock-carved Buddha), as well as the 1,500 arhat statues arranged on the mountainside. Climb the stairs to the top of the mountain, pass by the famous photo spots "Hell Peek" and "Hyakushaku Kannon", and then use the ropeway to return down the mountain.

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 75
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00

Explore the Wakoto Peninsula of Lake Kussharo by canoe! Rocking along on the clear emerald green water, you will feel an indescribable sense of oneness with nature. On a calm day, you can explore the tip of the peninsula and head for Oyakotsu Jigoku, a hidden hot spring that can only be reached by water!

• Pickup Service
• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• 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!

• Pickup Service
• For Groups

• Age 1～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30

[Highlights of the plan] We start from the beach near Logasis and head for the mysterious mangroves. You can see various kinds of creatures on the beach and mangroves, and if you're lucky, you might encounter sea turtles and sawtooth spiders. Please also pay attention to the "Challenge Tree" recommended by the guide staff! [About the guide staff] On the tour, the main guide will be an islander (Shimanchu) staff who is familiar with Ishigaki Island. We will arrange the tour content according to the weather of the day, the condition of the sea and river, the number of customers, etc., so please feel free to come with children or beginners. [Experience flow] 9:00 (13:00) Please call the staff at the meeting reception (inside Logasis Terrace). Please fill out the application form, consent form, etc. ⚪︎ Those who participate in the afternoon can have lunch from 12:00 before the meeting starts. 9:15 (13:15) Explanation, preparation of tools The guide staff will explain the precautions for the tour. Customers will also choose life jackets and marine boots for rental. 9:30 (13:00) Departure It's finally time to depart! Feel the breeze and enjoy the nature of Ishigaki Island. 11:30 (15:30) End of tour The tour ends when you return to the terrace. Please be careful not to leave anything behind on your way home. ○Those who participate in the morning can enjoy lunch from 12:00. [Great benefits included] Lunch (pork belly curry) Photo data Mineral water

• For Groups

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

The only JUNGLE SUP in Okinawa Prefecture. Enjoy an elegant SUP cruise on a lake surrounded by subtropical forests. A lake surrounded by rich nature. You can closely observe the unique ecosystem woven by wild birds, insects, fish, lakes and forests. This is only possible with a fully-chartered private tour. In the relaxed atmosphere of your own home, you can surrender yourself to nature and enjoy the new charms of Okinawa.

• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 92
• 2～3 hours
• 07:00 / 10:00 / 13:00

Full-fledged river watching tour. A wetland guide will guide you from the Kushiro River. We will use a drift boat, so you can stop the boat on the river and enjoy bird watching, crayfish fishing, and more. A charter tour for up to 6 people, inviting not only children but also grandpa and grandma to the Kushiro Marsh. Let's enjoy Kushiro Marsh with the whole family.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 59
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

It is a nature adventure tour where you can see precious animals and plants by exploring the blue cave and going up the river overgrown with jungle. Experience schedule / flow Morning / Afternoon course (This tour is limited to winter. The holding time is subject to change due to the tide level.) AM 8: 45 Meet at the clubhouse Fill out the participation application form and change into the style of (sawa walking) Let's go! AM 9:00 Depart from the clubhouse Move to the blue cave in our exclusive car (trekking) Afterwards, move to the Arakawa base. ★AM10:30 Blue cave exploration and shower climbing experience ★AM11:30 Arrive at the clubhouse Take a hot shower at our facility and finish the cafe time tour

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• For Rainy Days
• Green Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 2～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 20:00 / 21:00

"Umifirefly" that shines blue in the sea at night The sky is full of stars★It invites you to a very fantastic night world☆*:.｡.You can also see fireflies on land in mid-June♪Photographers and couples ♡Recommended for independent research♪Evening program to explore the nature of mysterious light☆After a lecture indoors, observations will be made on the beach. Wearing shoes that you don't mind getting wet (beach sandals or crocs) doubles the fun! ! You can wash your feet and hands in the hot water shower, so it's okay♪ *The program will be canceled in the event of rain, but we will hold an umbrella in the event of a light rain.

• Date Spot
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours /Over 6 hours on the day

In Okinoerabujima have birds of about currently about 150 types have been identified. Leisurely stroll while feeling the seasonal wind. It approaches the charm of Okinoerabujima.

• Pickup Service
• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours /Over 6 hours on the day

About 74 species of butterflies have been confirmed in Okinoerabujima. Dragonfly has been 28 different confirmation. It will guide you through the observation location. 4 hour course and one day course will be selected. Content to enjoy, regardless of age from children to the elderly. Family and friends, please be widely utilized for travel of a couple.

• Pickup Service
• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• Date Spot
• For Family

• 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 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 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 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 3～Age 100
• 1 Day or more

This camp touring is Ibaraki Prefecture· Tochigi It is canoe tour & eco-tour to go down river & camp by leisurely canoe over the Nakagawa which flows through prefecture for two days. I will go on a river trip by putting my camping gear and changing clothes on my canoe.

• For Groups

• Age 10～Age 80
• 4～5 hours

2018 Year This is a one-of-a-kind plan guided by a group of professional eco-tourists who have received the Japan Ecotourism Grand Prize Special Prize (Minister of the Environment Award). There is a Yamanori valley. River trekking while taking a splash of continuous waterfalls can only be experienced by those who have experienced it. Experienced members of the Hiyama Tour Desk will guide you through the hidden spots with 20-30 large and small waterfalls. Basically intermediate more However, we will guide you carefully so that even beginners can participate with peace of mind. River trekking reference URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=haX4VuidR6k Mt. Kasumigayama reference URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oyAwtE4i1Uk

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 2～Age 80
• 3～4 hours /4～5 hours
• 10:30

A wild grass walk that matches the season! This is a 60-minute nature walk in Satoyama, where you can experience nature with all five senses and pick edible wildflowers while hiking through beautiful Satoyama. Nearby are Yamagami Dam, Lake Tenpai, Chikushino City General Park, Mt. If necessary, I can give advice on how to spend the afternoon. Let's make a herb ball using seasonal wild grass or make a wild grass lunch. Please select when making a reservation. The scent of wild grass at the moment of making is transmitted from the nose to the brain, and the green healing spreads throughout the body. In both cases, we use plenty of satoyama herbs. It is 180 minutes that can be fully enjoyed by both parents and children and adults alone. 〜In the case of Satoyama herb ball workshop〜Making herb balls using satoyama herbs that have been picked. Firmly harden a large amount of herbs into a ball. We will also give a lecture on how to use the herb balls you made. Once made, the herb ball can be used repeatedly at home for about a week. There is also a tea time with Satoyama herbs. It's time to face satoyama herbs carefully. ~In the case of making wild grass lunch~ The lunch menu changes depending on the season. It is a course that can be enjoyed every season. How about spending a relaxing day in nature?

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 80
• 4～5 hours
• 14:00

2025 Opening Event! Date: Saturday, June 21st, 13:45 gathering Rafting Tour + BBQziggies will prepare a barbecue (free of charge) to show our appreciation to our customers. Everyone who participates will have a full stomach! Lots of smiles! Satisfied in mind and body! *Reservations will be closed as soon as the capacity is reached. A town at the source of the Tone River, UNESCO Ecopark that nurtures water, forests, and people Rafting in the midst of the blessings of the many forests, including nature and landscape water, which are the greatest treasure and resource of the Minakami region, is exceptional! Let's start this season with Ziggies Adventure Japan and have fun to your heart's content! ~Age limit~ ◆When the water level is low after June, elementary school students (6 years old) are OK to participate. *Elementary school students may not be able to participate due to the water level regulations set by the Minakami Town Outdoor Promotion Ordinance. ～Points～☆At Ziggies, we offer fun tours with a smile and attentiveness as our motto.☆Guide holds first aid qualification☆Guide training, we strive to improve technology and ensure safety☆Information and explanations are provided in three languages: Japanese, English, and Nepali.☆Good access Less than 2 hours from Tokyo!☆Familiarity and making the best memories with family, friends, couples, and company colleagues

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• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• Green Campaign Sale 2025

• 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.

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• For Rainy Days
• For Family

• Age 6～Age 75
• 4～5 hours
• 09:30

This is a half-day tour where you can experience nature and mangroves by kayaking at the mouth of the Urauchi River, the longest river in Okinawa Prefecture. It is a safe field for kayaking beginners, children (from 3 years old), and those with low physical strength, as it is not easily affected by wind or waves. It can also be enjoyed by elderly people (65-75 years old). We will also go to the star sand beach and observe the star sand. If you wish, we will give you a tour photo. ~Tour flow~ 9:30 Pick up at Uehara Port (If staying at Iriomote Island, pick up at the hotel around 9:00) 10:00 Arrive at the departure point of Urauchi River, tour explanation, paddle training, departure 11:30 Tour ends Go to the star sand beach, observe the star sand 12:30 Lunch time at our cafe, change clothes 14:30 Go to Ishigaki Island by boat from Uehara Port (We will send you to the hotel around 14:00) *You can also participate in the Barasu Island snorkeling tour from noon as an option. (Adults: ¥8,800, Children: ¥8,250) The event is scheduled to finish between 3:30 and 4:00 p.m.

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• Green Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 12～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 10:00

A guided trekking tour where you can enjoy the scenery of the Aso Caldera! On the Aso Caldera trekking tour, you can enjoy one of the world's largest calderas and its majestic scenery! It is a journey where you can feel the breath of nature as you walk through lush grasslands and magnificent volcanic terrain. A professional guide will accompany you and provide commentary on geology and history, so you can enjoy it safely. Anyone from beginners to experienced hikers can participate, and we offer an impressive experience that will leave you with a deep appreciation of the charm of Aso! ~Experience flow~ ① Meet at the parking lot on Mt. Aso! (Registration begins 15 minutes before) ② Registration and explanation of the experience ③ Start climbing Mt. Nakadake and Mt. Takadake ☆ ④ Descend and disband at the parking lot