Eco-tourism in Japan Page 17

• Age 10～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:30

On arrival at Kohama Island from Ishigakijima's remote island terminal, it is a full-day plan that you can land on "Experience Diving", "Snorkeling" and "Phantom Island" "Experience diving" that you can experience zero gravity space! "Snorkeling" experience to experience colorful tropical fish and Churaumi! Even if you look all over the world, you can land even on "Phantom Island" in the best location that you rarely meet! It is! It is a special tour that can be enjoyed with us as a pioneer of the phantom island tour ♪ ♪ Because it arrives at the last on Kohamajima, it is quite a great plan that we can enjoy walking around the island after the tour is over!

• For Rainy Days

• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

After lecturing at the Kumejima firefly pavilion, we will guide you through the connection between the forest and the ocean and will guide you about the big roles and mysterious ecology of small creatures while looking for three kinds of okayadokedari on the coast of the night. The journey time is approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.

• Nightlife

• Age 9～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 16:00

☆★Recommended for★☆★Families with children★Couples, friends, alone★Want to experience the nature of Okinawa! ★Want to experience something active! ★About 1 minute by car from Gesaji Mangrove★Near the very popular Gesaji Mangrove! Easy to incorporate into your travel schedule★【Participation conditions】●Weight 25kg-100kg, height 120cm or more. ※If you do not meet/exceed the conditions, you cannot participate. 【Zipline Tour】★No worries even for first timers★Guided, so it's a safe and secure tour! Don't worry, the guide will guide you through it♪【Buggy Adventure】★No driver's license required★Private property, so 11 years old and over can drive! No license required = easy course? Not at all! Guides will provide full support! You can experience many courses with peace of mind♪People who are nervous about driving or are paper drivers are also welcome^^★Okinawa's widest course★The vast land of Yanbaru♪A great adventure in a buggy while enjoying the spectacular scenery♪You will drive courses that cannot be completed in 60 minutes, including Okinawan fruits and plants and coffee fields in the farm☆≪Tour Schedule≫【Zipline Tour】①Attach the harness and prepare properly before the experience! Safety check will be performed. ②A safety training guide will guide you properly. Even beginners can experience it with peace of mind. ③5 zipline experienceWhen you are ready, it's time to take to the sky! Exciting zipline experienceGo! Go! Yanbaru~! 【Buggy Adventure】④Practice riding with the guideThe guide will guide you properly. Even beginners can experience it with peace of mind. ⑤Drive on the course in the gardenDrive off-road and up and down! It's even more fun on rainy days! ? ⑥Introduce plants in the coffee farmThe guide will introduce Okinawan plants! The content of the introduction changes depending on the season. ⑦Take a short break in the observation areaTake a tea break while overlooking "Yanbaru"♪

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:00

This is a day trip plan where you can enjoy a trial dive in the sea of Tokashiki! The sea has the world's highest level of transparency, known as "Kerama Blue." Why not experience a luxurious moment while enjoying the scenery that can only be seen here? Our experienced instructors will guide you through the world's top-class sea, where a beautiful world spreads, including colorful fish, beautiful coral reefs, and white sand. We guide our customers in small groups at a pace that suits each individual customer, so even beginners can enjoy it with peace of mind. In addition, we use "full-face masks" as equipment, so it is easy to breathe and even beginners can dive with confidence. ◆Selectable lunch included◆ For lunch, you can relax in your swimsuit on the outdoor terrace or in the restaurant at Tokashiki Island's only resort hotel, "Kerama Terrace." [Lunch menu] You can choose either "Squid ink curry" or "Okinawa soba juicy set." *You can also order from the drink menu for an additional fee. ◆Facilities and service information◆ Customers who participate in the tour can use the facilities of "Kerama Terrace." Even if you get wet in the sea, you can use the shower room and toilet as soon as you arrive at the hotel, so you can stay comfortable. [Available facilities] ・Shower rooms (6 rooms for men and women) ・Toilet ・Jacuzzi (2 units, outdoor covered) ・Restaurant (in-house restaurant venue, outdoor terrace seating) [Amenities] ・Towels ・Shampoo, conditioner, body soap ・Toothbrush ・Hair dryer [Luggage storage] ・You can store your luggage at the front desk. ~Experience flow~ 9:40 Arrive at Tokashiki Port Please call the staff holding a Kerama Terrace placard. We will take you to the hotel. (Approximately 15 minutes) 10:10 Arrive at Hotel Kerama Terrace After checking in at the hotel, you can spend your time at the hotel and in the surrounding area. 11:00 Depart from Hotel We will depart for the experience diving tour. (Approximately 90 minutes) 12:30 Lunch time at the hotel You can choose between squid ink curry or Okinawa soba and juushi set. After lunch, you have free time. Relax on the beach or take a walk around the area ♪ 16:45 Depart from Hotel We will take you to the port according to the boat time.

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• Age 10～Age 75
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 09:00

A bridge that makes you feel the height of the sky, a slope where sunlight filters through the trees, a path in a rural mountain that makes you feel the four seasons, a hot spring that will soothe your daily fatigue, and a free way to move around that makes you feel the breeze will make your day even more special. * Only for those who rent a bicycle, we will give you a "Tokyo Urayama Riverside Map". You can see at a glance where you can get off to the river. [Electric assisted bicycles] A wide lineup from small-wheeled types with baskets that can be ridden by people 133 cm tall and above, to mamachari types, and electric sports bicycles (so-called E-Bikes, electric cross bikes and road bikes). For types that can be dropped off, you can return them to the unmanned port in front of the station or at Jurigi intersection by 23:59 on the day. [Non-electric bicycles] A lineup from stylish cross bikes with baskets to sports types (gravel roads and mountain bikes are also available) for 2,800 yen per day. All rental locations are at the Tokyo Urayama Base, right in front of JR Musashi-Itsukaichi Station. Business hours are 9:00-17:00.

• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 90
• 2～3 hours
• 05:00 / 08:00 / 11:00 / 14:00

It is a canoeing experience of about 8 km on the Kushiro River, which flows through the Kushiro Marsh. The meeting place is JR Senmo Line, Toya Station. This is the most downstream course starting from Hosooka Canoe Port and going down to Iwahogi Floodgate. This area retains the original appearance of the marshland with few trees and many open landscapes. The meandering of the Kushiro River is also the most frequent course. Of course, the guide will ride with you, so please leave the operation of the canoe to us. We also have a Kushiro Wetland long course of about 17 km that combines the forest course and the wilderness course! 〜Experience Flow〜 (For the 8:00 course) Meet at 8:00 JR Senmo Line Toya Station Please be at Toya Station at the start time of the tour. (If you are late, please let me know.) When we meet, we will park your car at Toya Station and move to Hosooka Station in my car. (Reception will be done inside the train) 8:15 Arrive at JR Senmo Line Hosooka Station When you arrive at Hosooka Station, after using the toilet, move to the starting point, Hosooka Canoe Port. 8:35 Canoe preparation, safety talk When you arrive at the Hosooka canoe port, prepare for canoeing and give a safety explanation for canoeing. 8:45 Departure! When you're ready, let's go! If you wish, we will also take a commemorative photo here during the experience. 10:05 Arrive at Iwahogi Floodgate! About 1 hour and 20 minutes canoeing experience. While the canoe is being put away, I will ask you to look at the marsh from a little higher ground. 10:30 Move from Iwahogi Water Gate to Toya Station and disband.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 6～Age 90
• 4～5 hours
• 05:00 / 12:00

It is a canoeing experience of about 17 kilometers on the Kushiro River, which flows through the Kushiro Marsh. The meeting place is JR Senmo Line, Toya Station. It is a long course to enjoy the marshlands from Lake Toro to Hosooka Canoe Port to Iwahogi Floodgate. The first half is a forest course with many trees even in the wetlands. In the second half, there are few trees in the marshland, and the original appearance of the marshland remains with many open landscapes. There is also a toilet break at Hosooka Canoe Port on the way. Recommended for those who want to enjoy the wetlands for a long time. Of course, the guide will ride with you, so please leave it to those who are not confident in the operation and physical strength of the canoe. 〜Experience Flow〜 (For the 5:00 course) Meet at 5:00 JR Senmo Line Toya Station Please be at Toya Station at the start time of the tour. (If you are late, please let me know.) When we meet, we will park the customer's car at Toya Station and move to Toro Station in my car. (Reception will be done inside the train) 5:30 Arrive at JR Senmo Line Toro Station When you arrive at Toro Station, go to the toilet and move to the starting point, Lake Toro. 5:50 Canoe preparation, safety talk When you arrive at Lake Toro, prepare for canoeing and give a safety explanation for canoeing. 6:00 Departure! When you're ready, let's go! First half, about 9 km. From Lake Toro to Hosooka Canoe Port. If you wish, we will also take a commemorative photo here during the experience. 7:30 Arrive at Hosooka Canoe Port! The first half is a canoe experience of about 1 hour and 30 minutes. Since Hosooka Station is nearby, we will take a restroom break here. 8:00 Second half start! The second half is about 8 km. From Hosooka Canoe Port to Iwahogi Water Gate. 9:20 Arrive at Iwahogi Water Gate! While the canoe is being put away, I will have you look at the marsh from a little higher ground. 10:00 Move from Iwahogi Water Gate to Toya Station and disband.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 6～Age 65
• 2～3 hours
• 08:30 / 13:00

This is a snorkeling and glass bottom boat tour departing from Ikema Island. It is the closest to Yabiji, so it is safe for those who are worried about seasickness or have other plans! We will deliver an exciting experience where you can encounter colorful corals and tropical fish at Yabiji, one of the largest coral reefs in Japan. If you are lucky, you may even meet a sea turtle! It is safe for those who cannot swim, small children, and first-timers. Experienced guides will provide you with solid support, and you can enjoy the sea from the glass bottom boat. It is a sea play recommended for families, couples, and girls' trips! ~Experience flow~ [Morning] 8:30 Meet at the parking lot in front of Ikema Shokudo When you arrive at the parking lot, the staff will call out to you and guide you to the boat. 9:00 Departure from Ikema Fishing Port We will depart as soon as you have filled out the tour consent form and the staff has explained the precautions to take during the tour. 9:30 Arrive at the first point We will arrive at Yabiji about 30 minutes after departure and start our snorkeling experience. 11:30 End of snorkeling experience Enjoy snorkeling at three points before heading back to the port. 12:00 Return to port [Afternoon] 13:00 Meet at the parking lot in front of Ikema Shokudo Once you arrive at the parking lot, a staff member will greet you and guide you to the boat. 13:30 Depart from Ikema Fishing Port We will depart once you have filled out the tour consent form and the staff has finished explaining things to be aware of during the tour. 14:00 Arrive at the first point After about 30 minutes from departure, you will arrive at Yaebiji and begin your snorkeling experience. 16:00 End of snorkeling experience Enjoy snorkeling at three points before heading back to the port. 16:30 Return to port

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 18:30

Enjoy the sunset and night of Ishigaki Island! ・The dancing Yaeyama Hime fireflies in April and May! ・The hanging flowers that bloom at night in June and July! This is a nature night tour! The tour time is 2.5 hours, from 18:00 to 20:30 (it may take 30 minutes depending on the season). In addition to fireflies and hanging flowers, look for rare nocturnal creatures such as Ryukyu scops owls and coconut crabs. On clear days, a starry sky that has been certified as Japan's first "starry sky conservation area" spreads above your head. Lovers, families, and single travelers are all welcome. Please take a look at the nature and night sky that can only be seen here. During the drive, a guide who knows Ishigaki Island inside and out will show you tourist spots and secret information, so you won't get bored.

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• For Groups
• Summer Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 0～Age 90
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30

★ Regarding "Request Reservations" If your desired date is "Request", it may not be sold out but may be available under certain conditions. (If it is an early morning departure or afternoon operation) After receiving your request reservation, we will inform you of the conditions and confirm your reservation, so please make a request first. *Due to rising prices, the tour fee will be increased by 500 yen from November 1, 2023. While enjoying a 25-minute underwater tour on a glass-bottom boat, we will guide you to "Hatenohama", an island made of sand and coral fragments floating about 3 kilometers southeast of Kumejima. The half-day tour takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes, and the stay at Hatenohama is 1.5 hours from April to October and 1 hour from November to March. It is recommended for those who want to visit other tourist spots for the remaining half of the day and those who have small children. Snorkel rental is also available as an option! ☆The charm of Hatenohama☆1: The main thing is the sea! The sea around Kumejima is known for its transparency, but the sea at Hatenohama is by far the clearest. You can even see the coral 2-3 meters below the surface in the emerald green sea. 2: Endless sandy beach The view of the white sandy beach lit up by the sunlight stretches out endlessly, giving you a feeling of air you can't experience in your everyday life. 3: A wide sky with a 360-degree view Since there is nothing around, you can see the sky that stretches out in 360 degrees. Just watching the cumulonimbus clouds moving on the wind and the plane trails flying high into the sky makes you feel the majesty of nature.

• Pickup Service
• For Groups
• For Family

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

Speaking of trekking in Chichijima Explore the subtropical jungle to the top of a giant heart! Aim for a magnificent panoramic view overlooking the blue sea and sky

• Pickup Service
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 10～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 10:30

Electric bicycle cycling tour for 2 people only! Let's go on a special trip to the hidden sights of Hakone on a mini velo E-bike. This premium tour is a brand new route specially designed for those who want a special experience. Limited to 2 people, we will bring you a special adventure just for you around the beautiful scenery of Hakone. ~Schedule for the e-bike tour~ 10:15-10:30 Gather at Hakone Visitor Center 10:30-After a short break, we will depart for each premium e-bike tour! 11:00-Enjoy the charm of each course! 13:30-14:30 Arrive at the finish point (Hakone Visitor Center) After the tour, we will guide you to a hot spring according to your request and move to the disbanding place.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 10～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 10:30

Electric bicycle cycling tour for 2 people only! Let's go on a special trip to the hidden sights of Hakone on a mini velo E-bike. This premium tour is a brand new route specially designed for those who want a special experience. Limited to 2 people, we will bring you a special adventure just for you around the beautiful scenery of Hakone. ~Schedule for the e-bike tour~ 10:15-10:30 Gather at Hakone Visitor Center 10:30-After a short break, we will depart for each premium e-bike tour! 11:00-Enjoy the charm of each course! 13:30-14:30 Arrive at the finish point (Hakone Visitor Center) After the tour, we will guide you to a hot spring according to your request and move to the disbanding place.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 10～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30

A private cycling tour around the good old Japanese countryside on an e-Bike. This is a special tour where you can enjoy Japanese rural culture and beautiful nature on an e-Bike with a local guide. The setting is Iide Town in Yamagata Prefecture, which belongs to the "Most Beautiful Villages in Japan Association." This quiet farming village with a population of only 6,000 people is surrounded by a rural landscape that is one of the 100 most famous mountains in Japan. The rural landscape of Iide Town changes with the seasons, giving you a sense of tranquility as if time has stopped, and a sense of nostalgia. ⁡In a heavy snow area covered in 3 meters of snow in winter, rice farming has been the main industry since ancient times. The wisdom and culture of the people who live with the snow still lives on today. ⁡During the tour, you can also experience the precious flavors of rural areas. You can also enjoy tea time tasting the traditional protein source "Inago no Tsukudani". In this area where there are still few tourists, you can escape the hustle and bustle of the city and spend time experiencing the local culture. Let's enjoy a leisurely rural cycling tour where you can experience a culture that coexists with nature! [About tour fees] The tour fee varies depending on the number of participants. Please check the following before making a reservation. ・Participation by 2 people: 20,000 yen/person ・Participation by 3 people: 14,000 yen/person ・Participation by 4 or more people: 11,000 yen/person [Information for customers using public transportation] Akayu Station (Flower Nagai Line) → Imaizumi Station → Uzen Tsubaki Station (JR Yonesaka Line Replacement Bus) For detailed timetables, please check the following URL. Flower Nagai Line https://flower-liner.jp/result/JR Yonesaka Line Replacement Bus https://www.pref.yamagata.jp/documents/41216/2024_3yonesakasen.pdf Yamagata Shinkansen Timetable https://www.jreast-timetable.jp/timetable/list0036.html

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• Age 13～Age 65
• 5～6 hours
• 09:30

This tour is an adventure tour that combines the mysterious world of Shugendo with the thrill of cave exploration. There are many caves and waterfalls in the Yoshino region of Nara Prefecture, and it has long been considered a sacred place for people who practice asceticism in the mountains. You can experience the beauty of nature and the depth of history by visiting the waterfalls and caves where ancient ascetics practiced. In particular, by exploring inside a cave, you can experience the sensation of entering the womb of the earth with all five senses, touch the mysteries of nature, and refresh your mind and body while being surrounded by a ``silent and mysterious'' atmosphere. **What is Shugendo? **Shugendo is a unique religious culture that incorporates elements of Buddhism and Shintoism into traditional Japanese ascetic practices, and values a sense of unity with nature. Mountains are considered sacred places, and asceticism is carried out in nature. Ascetics are called ``Yamabushi'' and aim for spiritual growth through meditation, waterfall training (asceticism where you are hit by a waterfall), asceticism in caves, etc. Shugendo, born from gratitude for being alive amidst the blessings of nature, is based on the idea that one can be reborn once again through rigorous training in nature. Caves have also been used as training sites. 1. **Arrival at Yoiyoi Nishikawa Base and Briefing**: - After arriving at Yoiyoi Nishikawa Base, you will receive a briefing on the tour overview, safety, and the cultural significance of the places you will visit. 2. **Introduction to Dragonfly Falls Hike**: - Visit Dragonfly Falls, which was also a training site for Shugendo, located a one-minute drive from Yoiyoi Nishikawa Base. Here, you will experience the training of Shugendo and how to face nature, including waterfalls. 3. **Lunch Break**: Have lunch at the park below Dragonfly Falls 4. **Preparing for Expedition**: - Return to Yoiyoi Nishikawa Base and prepare your exploration gear. Once you are ready, you will drive in your guide's car for about 15 minutes to the parking lot near the cave. 5. **Start of cave exploration**: - After arriving at the parking lot, the cave exploration will begin. The exploration begins by searching for the entrance of the cave. Please discover the cave with your own hands. In order to enjoy the cave exploration empty-handed, your luggage will be left in the car and your guide will take care of your valuables other than your smartphone. 6. **Cave exploration**:7. **Response after cave exploration**: - Return to the same parking lot and change from your dirty equipment. 8. **Hot spring bath**: - After the cave exploration, you can enjoy a hot spring bath. We will provide face towels. Please spend some time relaxing and soothing your tired body in the hot spring. 9. **Pick-up and disbandment**:

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• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00

A journey through the remains of World War II Why don't you experience the proof that your predecessor lived?

• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 16～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30

Take a relaxing two-seater kayak down the Tokachi River, a large river that flows slowly for about 6 km. You are in charge of rowing yourself! The guide will support you in a separate kayak. Let's go on a river trip together ^^ If you're lucky, you might encounter rare wild birds such as the red-crowned crane or the white-tailed eagle, or even observe the willow tree, which has a very small habitat in Japan! We also recommend looking out over the majestic Hidaka Mountains from the river for a beautiful view. On the way, in Nakasu, you can collect obsidian (Tokachi stone) that can only be found here and take it home as a souvenir! ! It looks like a stone on the riverbank, but inside it's actually beautiful black glass. You'll feel like you're looking for a little gem. It's on until November! *In November, only morning tours are available. *During busy periods such as July and August, the tour may start at 10:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. In that case, we will contact you by email or phone the day before.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 0～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

Touch the mystery of the evolution of the flora and fauna of Ogasawara! The course can be set according to the customer's request. half-day tour, so you're free to spend the rest of your time.

• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

About 30 minutes by a regular ship from Ishigakijima. A small shop in a small island "Kohamajima" "Kohamajima play specialty shop mine (Mine)"! It is a cozy and friendly athlete with 100% repeat rate with each customer who participated in the tour. In order to have it play slowly and luxuriously, you can enjoy luxurious snorkeling that is different from the others with a complete small group system. Even customers who are swimming in the ocean for the first time, peacefully peeping at the sea world can be relieved! Those who are not good at group activities, those who want to enjoy only with their families and friends, those who want to enjoy a more upscale snorkel etc ... Please leave everything to mine ♪

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• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• 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.

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• 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.

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

• Age 6～Age 65
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 12:30 / 15:00

Nature Life offers a variety of activity experiences based in Iwaizumi Town, Iwate Prefecture. We offer a paradise Jodo SUP experience at Jodogahama Beach, a scenic spot with top-class transparency in the Sanriku area and a great location. We provide safe lectures even for first-timers. We will provide you with summer memories in a wonderful location. We can accommodate a wide range of activities, including one-on-one lessons, couples, girls' trips, family trips, and recreational activities. We will guide customers who bring their own SUP at a special price. Please check the plan details for the price. Also, please feel free to contact us if you have any questions. The experience time is a total of three parts, one in the morning and two in the afternoon. Morning part 1 (10:00-11:30), morning part 2 (12:30-14:00), afternoon part 1 (15:00-16:30), afternoon part 2 (15:00-16:30) Please specify your preferred time when applying. *The sea experience time is approximately 80 minutes. (About 10 minutes of orientation) *You may be guided at the same time as other customers. *Because there are shellfish and rocks on the beach, wearing marine shoes is mandatory. Thank you for your understanding. Miyako City's attractions: Easy access from Morioka, SUP experience while looking at Jodogahama, one of the representative beaches of Sanriku. There are many days with calm waves, so it is recommended for beginners and parent-child experiences as well as first-timers. There are many accommodation facilities around Jodogahama, and it is popular as a tourist destination in addition to activity experiences. During the swimming season, there are a variety of facilities such as paid shower rooms, changing clothes, and food and drink at the rest house. ~Schedule of the day~ (example) 10:00 Greetings, gear explanation, explanation of how to row, explanation of precautions, warm-up Starting with a greeting from the instructor, explanation of how to handle the gear, explanation of precautions, and warm-up exercise. 10:10 SUP entry, explanation of how to row, explanation of what to do when you fall into the water You will actually enter the water and practice the rowing method you practiced on land. We will also start cruising after teaching you how to self-rescue when you fall into the water. 11:30 End The experience ends when we come back to land. The staff will clean up afterwards. *The start time of the experience can be adjusted. Please feel free to contact us if you have a preferred time. *The sea experience time is about 80 minutes.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 10～Age 75
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 06:45

☆Mt. Hiuchi, one of Japan's 100 famous mountains, a paradise tour above the clouds ☆Mt. Hiuchi forms the Kubiki mountains along with Mt. Myoko and Mt. On the hillside of Mt. Hiuchi, around 2000m to 2100m above sea level, there is a beautiful wetland area with Takaya Pond, Kurosawa Pond, and Tengu no Niwa. In July, when the snow finally melts on Mt. Hiuchi, the wetlands are filled with beautiful alpine flowers. The green of the fresh green, the white of the lingering snow, the colorful flower garden and the bright blue sky... The scenery is truly worthy of being called a heavenly paradise. After mid-September, the surface of the mountain gradually turns into autumn colors. Especially from late September to early October, the beauty of the Tengu Garden, Takaya Pond, and Kurosawa Pond is beyond description. This tour, which starts from the trailhead of Mt. Sasagamine at an altitude of about 1300m, will be a full-fledged mountaineering tour with an altitude difference of 800m. However, a spectacular view awaits us that will blow away the hardships of climbing! 〜Schedule for the day〜 6:45 AM - Meet at Sasagamine trailhead parking lot. Warm-up exercise + explanation of itinerary 7:00 AM - Tour start Departure from Sasagamine trailhead. First, walk through a beautiful beech forest to Kurosawa Bridge. 7:50 AM - Take a short break by Kurosawa's clear stream before climbing Kurosawa Bridge 9:30 AM - Fujimidaira End of the steep climb. From here, follow the flat road to Koyaike Hutte. If the weather is good, you can enjoy a spectacular view of Mt. Hiuchi, Mt. Yake, Mt. Kanayama, and the Northern Alps. 10:45 PM - Koyaike Hut Arrive at Koyaike Hutte with a triangular roof. restroom break. 12:15 PM - Walk around Tengu's Garden & Lunch Arrive at Tengu's Garden after 15 minutes from Takaya Pond. You can take pictures of the upside-down fire hitting reflected on the surface of the water, and enjoy a leisurely stroll through the heavenly paradise. After returning to the hut, it's lunch time on the bench in front of the hut! 16:00 PM - Tour ends The tour ends with a descent to Sasagamine.

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• For Rainy Days

• Age 10～Age 75
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:30 / 10:00

A hiking tour that connects old roads and visits the five Togakushi shrines Togakushi is a historical place of worship from which the legend of Amano-Iwato, a Japanese myth, is derived. It is also a sacred place for Shugendo, where the trainees have been practicing in the steep mountains since ancient times. On this tour, you will visit the five shrines of Hokkosha, Fire Mikosha, Chusha, Okusha and Kuzuryusha, which are enshrined in Togakushi, and enjoy the ancient roads and beautiful nature of Togakushi that still remain. .. This is a one-day hiking tour where you can feel the beautiful nature of the Togakushi Plateau, which changes with the seasons, and the historical culture that has been passed down. ～ Flow of the day ～ 8:30 Meet at Kurohime Station Meet at Kurohime Station. Take the guided shuttle car to the tour start point. 9:00 Tour start Tour starts from Yunomine Observatory. If the weather is nice, enjoy the spectacular view of the Northern Alps from the observatory and head to Hokkosha. The majestic shrine built in the Edo period, which appears in front of you when you do your best to climb the stone steps, retains the remnants of the Shinto and Buddhist era. Head to Chusha through Shinto. 10:45 Chusha area The Chusha area is lined with many shukubo, soba shops, and Togakushi bamboo craft shops. It is said that the three cedars of the Shinboku are over 800 years old. 11:30 Togakushi Soba Lunch After visiting the Chusha Shrine, for a little early lunch, head to the delicious Togakushi Soba restaurant 13:00 Togakushi Okusha Suginamiki Walk After lunch, head to the Okusha. Beyond the Sui Shrine Gate is a 400-year-old cedar avenue. 14:30 Kagamiike After seeing the physical strength of all the participants, if possible, head to Kagamiike, which has a spectacular view of the Togakushi mountain range on the surface of the lake. 16:00 From the bus stop near the end of the tour, return to the place where the shuttle car is located. (Bus fee is about 300 yen separately) If you can return to Nagano Station, the tour ends here!

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days

• Age 10～Age 75
• 5～6 hours
• 08:30 / 10:00

The Sasagamine Plateau is a basin-like plateau area surrounded by mountains at an altitude of 2000 m on the prefectural border between Niigata and Nagano prefectures. Located at an altitude of 1300m, people began to enter this deep mountainous area from around the Edo period. Yumemidaira is a forest that spreads beyond the dam bank of Lake Otomi. There used to be a sawmill here, and forestry workers and others lived in this deep mountain. In the forest of giant trees of beech and quercus crispula, walk along the promenade that was set up on the track traces of the past, and when you go near the Hyosawa River, which is the prefectural border with Nagano Prefecture, there is a huge wig that can be called the elder of the forest. The old tree stands quietly but dignifiedly. The course has few ups and downs, so even those who do not hike often can enjoy it. Why do not you refresh your mind and body while thinking about the lives of our ancestors in the forest where the beautiful nature peculiar to heavy snowfall areas spreads? ～ Flow of the day ～ 8:40 Meet at Myoko Kogen Station Meet at Myoko Kogen Station. Take the guided shuttle car to the tour start point. 9:30 Tour start From the Otomi Lake parking lot, first cross the dam bank to the opposite bank and climb the steep stairs. Looking back, it is a magnificent landscape where the famous peaks of Kukujo such as Mt. Yaki, Mt. Hiuchi, and Kanayama are lined up. In early spring, skunk cabbage spreads all over with Mt. Mitahara of Myoko Sotowayama in the background. 13:00 Sawmill Ruins Deep in the forest, in a place like this? There is a former sawmill trace in the place called. A large tree of Quercus crispula stands quietly nearby. 13:15 Jizo wig & lunch Finally meet the forest elder. The overwhelming presence makes me lose words ... Lunch time here slowly! 16:00 Tour ends Return to the Otomi Lake bus stop and the tour ends! Take the shuttle car back to Myoko Kogen Station.

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• For Rainy Days

• Age 12～Age 65
• 5～6 hours
• 10:00

This is an E-BIKE cycling tour by Shinano Discovery. You will enjoy an exhilarating ride on a state-of-the-art electric-assist MTB through the traditional rural landscapes of Lake Nojiri, Kurohime Highlands, and the old Hokkoku Kaido road, connecting farm roads, forest roads, and roads that have been used by villagers for a long time! This is a one-day cycling tour that will allow you to fully experience the nature, history, and culture of Myoko-Togakushi Renzan National Park, including the view of the Hokushin Five Mountains that spreads out before your eyes, the history of Lake Nojiri and the excavation of Naumann's elephant fossils, and a course that follows an irrigation channel that was built 350 years ago. There are also plenty of adventure elements, such as downhill on unpaved roads! This tour is full of highlights, with secret old road rides and commentary that only a local guide can provide. - Schedule for the day - 10:00 Meet at Kurohime Station Meet at Kurohime Station. After a brief explanation of the tour, we will take a lesson on how to ride an E-MTB. 10:30 The tour starts. Enjoy the spectacular view of the five mountains of Hokushin. Enjoy an adventure ride along the unpaved irrigation canal to Torii River, a clear stream flowing from Togakushi. 11:30 Follow the irrigation canals of the Edo period and the Denkuro irrigation canal, which was built 350 years ago on the Hokkoku Kaido road. We will explore the history of Nojiri-juku, which once flourished as a post town on the Hokkoku Kaido road, the irrigation canals of the Edo period, and hydroelectric power generation, as well as the history of the water surrounding Lake Nojiri and the lives of the people. 12:50 Lake Nojiri If the weather is good, have lunch at an open-terrace cafe or in a park by the lake. After you finish eating, go on a cycling tour around Lake Nojiri National Park. At the shrine in Sugakawa village on the east side of the lake, there is a giant cedar tree that is nearly 1,000 years old! 14:30 Time-slip experience in a tunnel built in the Meiji era In the Togusa community in Shinanomachi, there is an old tunnel built over 130 years ago. Explore the old Togusa tunnel, where steam locomotives once passed, by bicycle! 15:30 Tour ends The tour ends at the meeting point.

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• Age 4～Age 12
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours /3～4 hours

Discover hidden art in nature by exploring the mountain behind your home and opening up your five senses! Welcome to the great outdoors of Hinode Village. Today, you are the leader of an exploration team that will walk in search of "natural art." Hang a camera around your neck, grab a telescope and a magnifying glass, and head into the forest! Follow the map and follow the course... Look, here it is! There it is! The scenery you encounter one after another is a continuous stream of excitement and discoveries. Are you ready? Let the exploration begin! <Three courses to choose from> ・An exciting exploration of the mountain behind your home overlooking the world below! Forest and view course ・Go around the village feeling like a village child! River and Satoyama course ・A long walk to a gorge with a spectacular view! Moss and Canyon Course ~Experience Flow~ ① Check-in at Toy Museum Check-in at the 1st floor of the Toy Museum, the starting point (check-in hours are from 10:30 to 12:30) After receiving your exploration goods, prepare to depart (look at the booklet, hang your camera around your neck) on the bench in front of the entrance. ② Start your exploration! Follow the instructions in the exploration booklet and set off! Look at the map as you go along and find "natural art" one after another! You can take pictures freely with your camera. ③ When you find art, stick a found sticker on it The "found sticker" that comes with the booklet. Stick one on each time you find art! ④ Goal! Get a photo frame Return the rental items and finish When you return to the Toy Museum, you're finished! (Please return by 15:30) After returning the rental items, you'll get a photo frame mount that you can choose and display your photos on! Put in your photos and write an introduction to the work, and you can use it as a summer vacation independent study. ⑤ After the exploration, play at the Toy Museum After playing outside, play indoors. You can play with wooden toys until closing time at 4pm! *You will need to purchase tickets for the number of adults accompanying you.

• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 9～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 13:30

The beauty of the valleys formed over a long period of time The valleys of the Minakami area are one of Japan's leading canyoning spots! There is a treasure trove of large and small sliding waterfalls, polished by snow and pebbles over a long period of time! The sliding waterfalls are natural water slides, with the maximum slide being about 30m, which is very impressive. You can enjoy the waterfalls with your whole body, sliding down the waterfalls and jumping into the pool. You will wear a wetsuit, a special life jacket, and shoes for walking in streams. Nature Navigator's canyoning tours are held in small groups, so you can enjoy playing at your own pace! In the 2025 season, we are running a campaign where junior high school students can participate at the child's rate!

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

• Age 6～Age 70
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 11:00 / 13:30 / 15:30

A super-value plan that includes the most popular half-day canyoning and BBQ equipment rental! Please prepare all BBQ ingredients yourself! Elementary school students only pay the basic canyoning fee! BBQ is free ☆ Enjoy the ultimate feeling of refreshment in Minakami Town, full of nature with mountains and rivers! [Freestyle BBQ details] ・Please prepare all ingredients yourself. There is a supermarket nearby, so it is easy to buy more, and even if you come empty-handed, you will have all the ingredients you need. ・The BBQ location is the base of DEEP NATURE, surrounded by mountains 360 degrees! ・Rental equipment is the minimum necessary for BBQ, such as a stove, charcoal, tongs, plates, cups, and a refrigerator. ・The facility is available from 8:00 to 18:00. (※If you are on the afternoon tour, you can take your time with the morning BBQ!) ・Customers who do not participate in canyoning in the group can also use the facility for an additional fee of 500 yen per person! [Freestyle BBQ Precautions]・The facility only rents the space and equipment, so please do everything from preparation to cleaning up by yourself. ・Please take your trash home with you. ・Never drink alcohol before a canyoning tour.

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• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 70
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00 / 13:00

This is a day trip plan where you can enjoy snorkeling in the sea of Tokashiki! The sea has the world's highest level of transparency, known as "Kerama Blue." Why not spend a luxurious time enjoying the scenery that can only be seen here? There is a high probability that you can encounter sea turtles in the sea of Tokashiki. In addition, an instructor with more than 3 years of guide experience will introduce you to clownfish, colorful fish, beautiful coral reefs, and more. Enjoy the world's top-class sea at your own pace with a guide tailored to each customer in a small group setting. *Please note that you may not be able to encounter sea turtles depending on the sea conditions. ◆Choice of lunch included◆ For lunch, you can relax in your swimsuit on the outdoor terrace or in the restaurant at Kerama Terrace, the only resort hotel on Tokashiki Island. [Lunch menu] You can choose either "Squid ink curry" or "Okinawa soba juushi set". *You can also order from the drink menu for an additional fee. ◆Facilities and service information◆ Guests who participate in the tour can use the facilities of "Kerama Terrace". Even if you get wet in the sea, you can use the shower room and toilet as soon as you arrive at the hotel, so you can spend your time comfortably. [Available facilities] ・Shower room (6 rooms for men and 6 for women) ・Toilet ・Jacuzzi (2 units, outdoor roof) ・Restaurant (in-house restaurant venue, outdoor terrace seating) [Amenities] ・Towels ・Shampoo, conditioner, body soap ・Toothbrush ・Hair dryer [Luggage storage] ・You can store your luggage at the front desk. ~Experience flow~ 9:40 Arrive at Tokashiki Port Please call the staff holding a Kerama Terrace placard. We will take you to the hotel. (Approximately 15 minutes) 10:10 Arrive at Hotel Kerama Terrace After checking in at the hotel, you can spend your time at the hotel and the surrounding area. 11:00 Depart from Hotel Depart for the boat snorkel tour. (Approximately 90 minutes) 12:30 Lunch time at the hotel Please choose squid ink curry or Okinawa soba and juushi set. Free time after lunch. Relax on the beach or take a stroll around the area. 16:45 Depart from the hotel. We will take you back to the port according to the scheduled time for your boat.

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