Things to do in Mitoyo City

• Age 0～Age 99
• 2～3 hours

This tour bus departs and arrives in Kotohira, perfectly timed to capture sunset views at Chichibugahama Beach in Kagawa Prefecture. Chichibugahama Beach is a long beach in Mitoyo City, Kagawa Prefecture. It's become a hot topic on social media for its ability to capture photos resembling the Uyuni Salt Flats in Bolivia at low tide! *The operating schedule varies depending on the season, ensuring you can enjoy beautiful sunsets. Please check the departure time before heading out. *Depending on weather and other conditions, you may not be able to take photos like those shown on the website. *The vehicle operating on the day may be a jumbo taxi. ◉ This tour bus is timed to capture the most beautiful sunsets. Enjoy the perfect sunset at the perfect time. ◉ Direct evening bus from Kotohira. You can join the tour after visiting Kotohira Shrine! Chichibugahama Beach, which is difficult to access by public transportation, can be easily reached by bus. Photo courtesy of Mitoyo City Tourism and Exchange Bureau. <The operating schedule varies depending on the season, ensuring you can enjoy beautiful sunsets.> Please check the departure times below before heading out＞▶ Schedule A (November and December) Departs Konpira Sando Entrance at 15:00, departs JR Kotohira Station at 15:05, arrives Chichibugahama at 17:15, departs Chichibugahama at 17:55, arrives Konpira Sando Entrance at 18:00, arrives JR Kotohira Station ▶ Schedule B (October) Departs Konpira Sando Entrance at 15:30, departs JR Kotohira Station at 15:35, arrives Chichibugahama at 16:15, arrives Chichibugahama at 17:45, departs Chichibugahama at 18:25, arrives Konpira Sando Entrance at 18:30, arrives JR Kotohira Station ▶ Schedule C (March and September) Departs Konpira Sando Entrance at 16:15, departs JR Kotohira Station at 16:20, arrives Chichibugahama at 17:00, arrives Chichibugahama at 18:30, departs Chichibugahama at 19:10 Arrives at Konpira Sando Entrance 19:15 Arrives at JR Kotohira Station ▶ Schedule D (April and August) 16:45 Departs from Konpira Sando Entrance 16:50 Departs from JR Kotohira Station 17:30 Arrives at Chichibugahama 19:00 Departs from Chichibugahama 19:40 Arrives at Konpira Sando Entrance 19:45 Arrives at JR Kotohira Station ▶ Schedule E (May) Departs from Konpira Sando Entrance 17:05 Departs from JR Kotohira Station 17:45 Arrives at Chichibugahama 19:15 Departs from Chichibugahama 19:55 Arrives at Konpira Sando Entrance 20:00 Arrives at JR Kotohira Station ▶ Schedule F (June and July) Departs from Konpira Sando Entrance 17:20 Departs from JR Kotohira Station 18:00 Arrives at Chichibugahama 19:30 Departing Chichibugahama at 20:10, arriving at Konpira Sandoguchi at 20:15, arriving at JR Kotohira Station

• For Family

• Age 12～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

[The Way of the Blade] Authentic Samurai Experience Program: Experience the true spirit of a true samurai through this authentic Japanese sword experience program. More than just an activity, this program offers a deep insight into the refined spirit and way of life pursued by ancient samurai through Zen, swordsmanship, and sword-cutting exercises. [Experience Overview] Item Details: Hakama dressing, Zen experience, sword-cutting exercise with a replica sword, and a demonstration of real sword-cutting exercises by an instructor. Learn the true essence of the samurai's spirituality and the sword. Experienced instructors, including a dojo master who won the national Batto-do championship and received the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Award, will provide careful instruction. Recommended for: Anyone interested in Japanese culture and Bushido (ages 12 and up). Ideal for those who wish to learn more about spirituality and historical background. [Experience Schedule and Reassurance Points] Hakama Dressing: Dress in traditional Japanese hakama and experience the samurai attire. Zen Experience: Calm your mind and take time to reflect on yourself, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Imitation sword cutting experience: Using an imitation sword, you will actually cut into a target while learning the correct posture and how to handle the sword. You will be able to experience the weight and feel of the sword while taking safety into consideration. Real sword cutting demonstration: You will get to watch the instructor demonstrate impressive sword techniques up close. Reassuring points: The instructors who will be teaching you are black belts in martial arts and will provide thorough support from the basics onwards. In addition, the main cutting experience will use a highly safe imitation sword. Participants who complete the program will receive a certificate as proof of their experience.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 12～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00 / 13:00

[The Way of the Blade] Authentic Samurai Experience Program: Experience the true spirit of a true samurai through this authentic Japanese sword experience program. More than just an activity, this program offers a deep insight into the refined spirit and way of life pursued by ancient samurai through Zen, swordsmanship, and sword-cutting exercises. [Experience Overview] Item Details: Hakama dressing, Zen experience, sword-cutting exercise with a replica sword, and a demonstration of real sword-cutting exercises by an instructor. Learn the true essence of the samurai's spirituality and the sword. Experienced instructors, including a dojo master who won the national Batto-do championship and received the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Award, will provide careful instruction. Recommended for: Anyone interested in Japanese culture and Bushido (ages 12 and up). Ideal for those who wish to learn more about spirituality and historical background. [Experience Schedule and Reassurance Points] Hakama Dressing: Dress in traditional Japanese hakama and experience the samurai attire. Zen Experience: Calm your mind and take time to reflect on yourself, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Imitation sword cutting experience: Using an imitation sword, you will actually cut into a target while learning the correct posture and how to handle the sword. You will be able to experience the weight and feel of the sword while taking safety into consideration. Real sword cutting demonstration: You will get to watch the instructor demonstrate impressive sword techniques up close. Reassuring points: The instructors who will be teaching you are black belts in martial arts and will provide thorough support from the basics onwards. In addition, the main cutting experience will use a highly safe imitation sword. Participants who complete the program will receive a certificate as proof of their experience.

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity