Koushinetsu in Eco-tourism Page 2

• Age 10～Age 75
• 5～6 hours
• 08:40

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
• 08:30

Shina Discovery's E-BIKE cycling tour. In the old-fashioned satoyama landscape that stretches along Lake Nojiri, Kurohime Kogen, and the former Hokkoku Highway, you can refresh yourself with the latest electrically assisted MTB while connecting farm roads, forest roads, and roads that have been used by villagers for a long time. run! It is a 1-day cycling tour where you can fully experience the nature, history and culture of the Myoko-Togakure Mountains National Park, such as the scenery of Mt. .. Sometimes full of adventure elements such as downhill on unpaved roads! It is a tour with lots of highlights, with secret old road rides and explanations unique to local guides. ～ Flow of the day ～ 8:30 Meet at Kurohime Station Meet at Kurohime Station. After a brief explanation of the tour, E-MTB riding class 9:00 Tour start Adventure ride running along the unpaved irrigation canal to the Torii River, a clear stream flowing from Togakure while enjoying the spectacular view of Hokkoku Godake 11:00 The history of Nojiri-juku, which prospered as a former lodging town on the Hokkoku Highway, following the irrigation canals of the Edo period and the Denkuro irrigation that was built 350 years ago, the irrigation water of the Edo period, and the hydropower generation that surrounds Lake Nojiri. We will go around the history of water and people's lives. 12:00 Lake Nojiri If the weather is nice, lunch time at the cafe on the open terrace or the park on the lake. After eating rice, let's go cycling around Lake Nojiri, a national park. At the shrine in the Sugagawa village on the east side of the lake, there is a giant cedar tree that is nearly 1000 years old! 14:00 Experience a time slip in a tunnel built in the Meiji era In the Togusa village of Shinano Town, there is an old tunnel built over 130 years ago. Explore the old Tokusa Tunnel, where steam locomotives used to pass, by bicycle! 15:00 Tour ends The tour ends at the meeting place.

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• Age 3～Age 60
• 2～3 hours

This is a trekking tour of the Aokigahara Jukai by Toossie, who has lived in Fujikawaguchiko Town, Yamanashi Prefecture on weekends for 30 years. ~ Tour schedule (planned) ~ Meet at 9:00 or 13:00 (my villa: Fuji Doctor Village) Transfer to my car and drive to the point on National Route 73 (10 minutes) Be careful as it is a national forest and natural monument Explanation of matters (10 minutes) Entering the mountain, walking from route 73 to Motosu ice cave route (about 30 minutes) On the way, explanation of the history of Aokigahara, volcanoes, plants, creatures, animals Exploring Motosu ice cave (30 minutes) Move to Mt. Omuro's beech virgin forest (20 minutes) Move to Fuji Wind Cave (20 minutes) Explore Fuji Wind Cave (30 minutes) Move to the entrance of Route 73 (20 minutes) It will be a total of 3 hours tour. This is a tour of Aokigahara Jukai (a 500-year-old virgin beech forest around Mt. Omuro) and surrounding caves (Motosu Ice Cave, Fuji Wind Cave), and is mainly trekking, so it is not mountain climbing. This tour is open to preschoolers and elementary school students. Let's explore together a mysterious world surrounded by lava, a cave created by the eruption of Mt. Fuji. You can also pick up and drop off at my home in Aokigahara Jukai or Kawaguchiko Station. I will travel by my car. I will apply to each local government to enter the national forest in Yamanashi Prefecture and to enter the Fuji Wind Cave. that's all. We'll be expecting you. There is a minimum number of participants, and reservations for 2 families are required for 5 or more people.

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• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

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

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

• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 80
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

While cycling, pottering the classic spots in Karuizawa (slow cycling). If you rent a Bicycle rental in front of Karuizawa Station, first go to "Kumobaike", the most scenic spot in Karuizawa. After getting off the bicycle and taking a walk, you will pass through the wooded villa area and head to the former Karuizawa. While visiting the small alley of the old alley of Karuizawa, you can visit the St. Paul's Association, the show memorial chapel, We will guide you to classic spots such as the Karuizawa Kai Tennis Court, which is famous for the romance of His Majesty the Emperor and Empress. We will also introduce you to gourmet foods and shopping spots that you know only in Karuizawa. We will guide you to Karuizawa, which is not known in the guidebook. It is a flat road, so you can participate regardless of age or sex. There is also a tandem (two-seater) unique to Karuizawa for families and couples ♪ ★ New Corona Virus Measures: The tour will be a private tour for one group. The guide in charge will also carry out the temperature measurement before the tour, and we will take measures at a distance that is conscious of social distance as much as possible.

• Date Spot
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Tokai Nature Trail is a long distance nature trail over to Tokyo and 10 prefectures from Tokyo to Osaka. Explore the part of the Yamanashi Prefecture course of them. It is a nature trail where you can feel the history, culture and nature. Has been developed nature trail in the Forest, you can intends Ajiwa the lava unique rugged feeling. Nature guide us to answer to various questions.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 2～3 hours

It is a mountain climbing course that walks through the hills made of the Jukai, which is a forest created by volcanoes, and the uplift of the seabed. Koyodai can enjoy the scenery of the surroundings with Mt. Fuji in the background, and you can see the superb view selected as the Fuji Hakkei. From the observation platform at Sankodai, you can enjoy magnificent panoramic views, overlooking Mt Fuji, Aokigahara Jukai, and three lakes. Start the ice hole and follow the mountain path in Jukai to Sankodai at the goal.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• Within 1 hour

Tokai Nature Trail is a long distance nature trail over to Tokyo and 10 prefectures from Tokyo to Osaka. Explore the part of the Yamanashi Prefecture course of them. It is a nature trail where you can feel the history, culture and nature. Has been developed nature trail in the Forest, you can intends Ajiwa the lava unique rugged feeling. Nature guide us to answer to various questions.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 80
• 5～6 hours

Playing in the snow in Nagano Prefecture! !! This plan is recommended for families and groups. Make a kamakura with plenty of snow. Experience making kamakura once in your life! !! After making the kamakura, try various snow activities such as sledding and making a snowman. How to play is free! Let's enjoy playing in the snow with your whole body! Lunch will be prepared by all the participants around the hearth ☆ The crackling sound of charcoal fire and the gently warming hearth end will give you a relaxing and gentle time.

• Recommendation for Foreigner
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• For Groups

• Age 12～Age 70
• 5～6 hours
• 09:30

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

• Age 12～Age 70
• 3～4 hours
• 09:30

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

• Age 4～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 09:40

~Enjoy the original scenery of Japan! Guided tour of the world heritage site "Oshino Hakkai" -Oshino Hakkai, where "Lake Oshino" existed long ago, has undergone many eruptions of Mt. After a long period of excavation and drainage, Lake Oshino dried up. However, some spring-fed ponds, whose water sources are underground water from Mt. Fuji, remained. The representative spring pond is the current "Oshino Hakkai". Oshino Hakkai, where the snowmelt water from Mt.Fuji has been filtered for decades in underground lava, and the clear water continues to flow. Beautiful and mystical, the reflection of Mt.Fuji on the surface of the water, colored by the changing seasons, and the harmony of human activities, which can be said to be the original scenery of Japan, will give visitors a sense of the original appearance of water and the people who should be preserved in the future. It reflects our business. It is a tour that goes around Oshino Hakkai, which can be said to be the original scenery of Japan, with a guide. [About KURURI Fuji-san] What is KURURI Fuji-san? It is a one-day tour around Fuji-san that departs from Kawaguchiko Station and is planned and implemented by Mt.Fuji Prefectural Tours. We have multiple plans, so please join us for your favorite tour.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 4～Age 100
• 4～5 hours
• 09:20

"Walking through Mt. Fuji's Sea of ​​Trees with a guide!" Aokigahara Jukai, where you can feel the natural blessings of the foothills of Mt. Fuji with your whole body, is now a popular spot visited by many people from both Japan and abroad! Among them, you can explore two particularly popular caves, "Fu-ketsu" and "Kyou-ketsu"♪ In addition to the two caves, you can walk through the vast nature of the sea of ​​trees with a dedicated guide! Why not refresh your mind and body in the majestic nature of Mt. Fuji? ? [About KURURI Fujisan] KURURI Fujisan is a day trip tour around Mt. Fuji that departs and arrives in front of Kawaguchiko Station, planned and implemented by Mt. Fuji Tours. We have multiple plans available, so please join your favorite tour.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 14:00 / 15:30

It is an experience-based flight show by hawks and owls in the rich nature around Lake Kawaguchi. There is also Explanations of the raptor's living body by the instructor.

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

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

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 4～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Watch as flying squirrels spread their cape-like bodies wide and fly into the forest at dusk. Thanks to years of research, their ecology and flight routes are well understood, so the sighting rate is over 95% (2022: 96.89% / 2023: 97.85%). The dynamic flight scenes will make you cheer in surprise. <Opening hours> March 1st-10th 17:30-19:00 11th-20th 17:30-19:00 21st-31st 17:30-19:00 April 1st-10th 17:30-19:00 11th-20th 17:45-19:15 21st-31st 17:45-19:15 May 1st-10th 18:00-19:30 11th-20th 18:10-19:40 21st-31st 18:20-19:50 June 1st-10th 18:30-20:00 11th-20th 18:30-20:00 21st-31st 18:30-20:00 July 1st-10th 18:30-20:00 11th-20th 18:30-20:00 21st-31st 18:15-19:45August 1st-10th 18:15-19:45 11th-20th 18:00-19:30 21st-31st 17:50-19:20September 1st-10th 17:30-19:00 11th-20th 17:20-18:50 21st-31st 17:00-18:30October 1st-10th 16:50-18:20 11th-20th 16:30-18:00 21st-31st 16:20-17:50November 1st-10th 16:15-17:45 11th-20th 16:00-17:30 21st-31st 16:00-17:30

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 4～Age 100
• 3～4 hours
• 09:30

A tour overlooking the scenic spot "Tenku Torii", which is rapidly gaining popularity on SNS! "Tenku Torii", a scenic spot that is rapidly gaining popularity on SNS such as Instagram, is the best "shine" spot where you can see Mt. Fuji behind the vermilion torii! You can enjoy a spectacular view ♪ In addition to the torii gate in the sky, we will also guide you to the scenic spot "Haha no Shirataki" ♪ Haha no Shirataki, which shows the expressions of the four seasons, is famous as a hidden spot in Lake Kawaguchi! Visit Kawaguchi Asama Shrine at the foot of the mountain! Enjoy the dignified atmosphere of Sengen Shrine, which has the oldest history in the Fuji Five Lakes area, with a guide living in Yamanashi. It is a day tour around Fuji-san. We have multiple plans, so please join us for your favorite tour.

• Age 4～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 10:20

Guided tour around the mysterious cave "Funatsu womb tree shape" woven by nature! "The shape of a tree in the womb is a cave in which the remains of a burned tree trunk remain as a hollow after taking in a tree when lava flows down. The shape of the interior resembles a human rib." It was called "Otainai" and became an object of worship, and a religious act called "Tainai Meguri" came to be performed. People who believe in Mt. Fuji, which has been called "Fujiko" since the Edo period, are said to have purified themselves by going around the cave of "Funatsu Tainai" on the day before climbing Mt. Fuji, which is the object of worship. From the entrance inside Mutomuro Sengen Shrine, nestled in a sea of trees, you can see the Mother's Womb, where Konohana Sakuya Hime is enshrined, and Ninogi Mikoto. You can tour the "father's womb" where Nigi no Mikoto is enshrined. This is a valuable tour where you can feel with your whole body the source of faith created by the mystery of nature! [About KURURI Fuji-san] What is KURURI Fuji-san? It is a one-day tour around Fuji-san that departs from Kawaguchiko Station and is planned and implemented by Mt.Fuji Prefectural Tours. We have multiple plans, so please join us for your favorite tour.

• Age 7～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 13:00

I want to do mountain climbing, mountain-climbing tours while firmly support themselves alone is downright lonely..., A family group called, to cheer for the first time of climbing. Since the professional nature guide to firmly guide you, you can enjoy safe and secure in the hill-climbing is you. Also for families that want to let them experience the climbing to the child, it is the perfect tour.

• With Pets
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 3～4 hours

This tour is full of the charm of Snowshoes We will propose the course after consultation.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 6～Age 100
• 5～6 hours

Why don't you go looking for the Japanese endemic Japanese endemic species? A guide will guide you to a secret spot.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 4～Age 100
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30

Including flowers blooming in trekking route of Asama mountain foot, Professional nature guides will guide you to the natural highlights of the season. It is carefully selected 3 courses to prepare. You can choose from Asama ranch, Koasama mountain, and the pond plain wetland. There are many interesting topics unique to Coco such as wild birds, trees, alpine plants and wildlife. Look out for the best views and great outdoor lunches.

• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 80
• 2～3 hours /3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

A mountain called "Table Mountain" because of its gentle mountain shape like a table. The altitude is 1256m, and the roads are well maintained and easy to walk, so it is a popular mountain destination for Karuizawa residents. From the top you can see Mt. Asama close up and Mt. Fuji far away if it is clear. If you are lucky, you may meet an antelope on the way! ? The end of the trek is to Karuizawa's most scenic spot, "Kumobaike." Fresh green in the spring and autumn leaves in the autumn are reflected on the surface of the lake, giving a beautiful view of the four seasons. Kumoba Pond Parking Lot ⇒ Remote mountain trekking (about 2,5 hours) ⇒ Kumoba Pond (about 20 minutes) ⇒ Kumoba Pond Parking Lot * If you wish, you can arrange a transfer from your accommodation to the Kumobaike Parking Lot. ★ New Corona Virus Measures: The tour will be a private tour for one group. The guide in charge will also carry out the temperature measurement before the tour, and we will take measures at a distance that is conscious of social distance as much as possible.

• For Groups

• Age 7～Age 80
• 2～3 hours /3～4 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

The Shinanoji nature trail is a hiking course with a total length of about 10 km, which is a downhill path from the Mine Teahouse. Among them, walk about 7,5km to Kose Hot spring, which has many attractions. You can see the two famous waterfalls of Karuizawa (Shiraito Falls and Ryugae Falls) as you pass through the lush forest and larch forest. At the end, let's soak in the healing effect of the forest while taking a walk through the forest along Yukawa. This course is recommended for people who are not confident in their physical fitness, young or old, regardless of age or sex, as the entire journey is almost downhill. Please experience the healing nature of Karuizawa with your whole body. From Kose Hot spring, you can take a bus back to the Mine Chaya Parking Lot or just back to Karuizawa station. Itinerary: Mine no Chaya ⇒Shinanoji Promenade Trekking (Shiraito Falls-Tatsugae no Taki) 3 hours ⇒Kose Hot spring * From Kose Hot spring, you can either return to Mine-no-chaya by bus or go to Karuizawa Station (guide will tell you where and when). ★ New Corona Virus Measures: The tour will be a private tour for one group. The guide in charge will also carry out the temperature measurement before the tour, and we will take measures at a distance that is conscious of social distance as much as possible.

• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

Nature trekking with a dedicated guide to the summit of Mt. Ko-Asama at the foot of Mt. Asama. Mt. Ko-Asama is a parasitic volcano at the eastern foot of Mt. Asama, with an elevation of 1,655m. As you head to the summit, your guide will explain the origins and vegetation of Mt. Asama. The round trip takes about two and a half hours, so even first-time climbers, regardless of age or gender, can easily join us. From the summit covered in volcanic gravel, you can enjoy the spectacular view of Mt. Asama and a magnificent view. For experienced climbers and intermediate and advanced climbers, we can also arrange climbing Mt. Kurobanzayama, with an elevation of 2,404m, which offers a wonderful panorama, and Mt. Maekake, which is 2,524m and closest to the crater of Mt. Asama!

• For Groups

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00

The Usui Pass was once said to be the most difficult part of the Nakasendo. In this tour, we will aim at the viewing platform from the former Karuizawa Ginza through the promenade of Usui Pass. There is a promenade on the road that goes through the cottage of the grove, and you can reach the viewing platform in about 1.5 hours. From the observatory, you can enjoy a magnificent view of Mount Asama and Mt. Myogi. As this is a handy hiking course, people of all ages can participate. You can freely disperse on the viewing platform, so you can stop at the Kumano Emperor Shrine or take a break at the pass's teahouse. On the way back, you can either return the way you came or take a bus back to the old Karuizawa. Itinerary: Former Karuizawa Ginza ⇒ (Usui Pass Promenade) ⇒ Viewing platform (disbanded on site) * On the way back, either return to the way out or take a bus to the old Karuizawa. ★ New Corona Virus Measures: The tour will be a private tour for one group. The guide in charge will also carry out the temperature measurement before the tour, and we will take measures at a distance that is conscious of social distance as much as possible.

• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 6～Age 100
• 1～2 hours

Such as animal skulls and fur, let's learn about animals while or touch or look at the more than 20 points the real thing. It is also supported on a business trip.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 3～4 hours

Let's look for the traces of various animals while walking through the forest. It approaches the lives of quite interesting animal in a little maniac.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 6～Age 100
• 3～4 hours

We will take a walk on the famous course that you can walk with many flowers. Still Japan Well known area Although not near Year It is a course whose popularity is skyrocketing.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 6～Age 100
• 3～4 hours

Okushidoku Hot spring It is Yokoya Gorge hiking plan in town. Let's take a leisurely walk through the valley where many famous temples such as Otome waterfall and Otaki falls. I also recommend the season of fresh green and colored leaves.

• For Rainy Days