Yoshino/Gojo in Guided tour

• 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**:

• Pickup Service
• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity

• Age 1～Age 70
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 08:40

08:40 Exit 2 of Nihonbashi (Namba/Shinsaibashi area)10:00 ▼ Nara Park area Spring wonderland of cute deer and cherry blossoms (about 2 hours including lunch and free time) ▼ World Heritage Todaiji Temple (entrance fee at own expense)14:00 ▼ Cherry blossom viewing at Mt. Yoshino ~ A dreamlike spring day in a sea of ​​30,000 cherry blossoms ~ (about 3 hours, free time)At 17:00, we finished the day's tour and headed home. Recommended lunch (please pay at own expense) Kasugano Located in the shopping street in front of Mt. Wakakusa, Kasugano is a long-established deer restaurant founded in 1936. You can dine while watching the deer running around. We offer dishes that change with the seasons so that you can feel the nature of Mt. Wakakusa. Address: Kasuga Chaya, 494 Zojirushi-cho, Nara City Kasuga Chaya is run by Kasuga Taisha, a famous tourist attraction in Nara. In a hidden spot surrounded by Kasuga Taisha Shrine and deer, you can enjoy traditional Japanese cuisine. The most famous dish at the teahouse is "Manyo Kayu". Manyo Kayu is made from different plants in each season, so the taste varies depending on the month. Not only is it delicious, but it's also a little random fun. It's the best choice to refuel after visiting Kasuga Taisha Shrine. Travelers who like to try new things can't miss it. Address: 160 Kasugano-cho, Nara City, Nara Prefecture Noodle House Udon is a national dish of the Kansai region. "Mentani An" in the Nara shopping district is also one of the most popular restaurants in Nara, where there is a line. The most popular is "Gold Leaf Udon", which is udon wrapped in yuba, and "Ko Deka Udon", which has a deer pattern, is unique to the Nara region and is very popular with the common people. Address: 30-1 Hashimoto-cho, Nara City, Nara Prefecture This tour is a shared tour and participants come from all over the world.

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

• Age 13～Age 100
• 5～6 hours
• 09:30

Annually, trekking the ice-water for midwinter only! An ice waterfall unusual in the Kansai area. I will visit "Otomine Ice Garden" to know people. A wide waterfall that spreads like a screen is worth a visit!

• For Rainy Days
• In Door Activity
• For Groups

• Age 6～Age 100
• 4～5 hours
• 10:00

～緑いっぱいの原生林で癒しの休日～ ★普段は見過ごしがちな苔たちを、ゆっくり歩きながら観察するツアーです。 ★一見、小さくて地味ですが近づいてじっと見てみるとその美しい姿に誰もが魅せられ、おもわず苔の世界に入り込んでしまいます。 ★歩く距離は短く、険しい山道はありませんので、体力に自信がない方でも安心です。