Things to do in Sakata/Tsuruoka/Dewa Sanzan

• Age 6～Age 65
• 2～3 hours

Welcome to Zenpoji Temple! Upon meeting a Buddhist monk and your interpreter at the main gate of Zenpoji Temple, you will begin your orientation into the world of Zen Buddhism with an introduction to meditation. Next you will be able to put this newly learned technique into practice with a zazen meditation experience, which is performed inside a hall normally off limits to anyone besides the temple monks. After learning the ins and outs of zazen meditation, your training will continue with participating in an authentic Buddhist lunch ceremony. As the day proceeds, you will then move to a worship hall to undergo a Zen prayer ritual accompanied by a monk as your spiritual guide . Finally, your visit to Zenpoji Temple will conclude with a walk around the temple grounds, visiting some hidden areas of the complex that are only accessible when accompanied by a temple monk. When the tour is concluded, your interpreter would be happy to call you a taxi to bring you to your next location. Public buses to Tsuroka Station are also available at the Zenpotera Bus Stop located within walking distance (5 minutes) of the main gate.

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• Age 6～Age 65
• 2～3 hours

Welcomed into Daishinbo Pilgrim Lodge, your Experience begins here, meeting your Yamabushi guide and interpreter. In the tradition of so many pilgrims before you, you will prepare yourself by donning a white robe, called “gyohi”, and creating a sacred boundary around yourself with your “shime”, an ornate paper necklace. Your pilgrimage starts when you leave the lodge and proceed to the mountain's official entrance gate, Zuishinmon. Your trek will pass through the gate, and your Yamabushi leader will guide you through the sacred and beautiful sites of Mount Haguro, touching on their spiritual importance as well as pausing for moments of reflection. After reaching the summit you will enter the very sanctuary of The Sanjingosaiden Shrine and participate in a ritual blessing inside. Having completed the pilgrimage from the Shukubo lodge, Daishinbo will present you with an “Ofuda” – the sacred talisman or charm. This is a symbol of your rebirth, a reminder, and a spiritual protection for your daily life. This kind of pilgrimage is a popular way for lay-people to engage in Yamabushi practices and reconnect with nature in the sacred mountains of the Dewa Sanzan. In our Experience, we facilitate your participation in this time-honoure

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• Age 5～Age 90
• Over 6 hours on the day
• 12:30

A taste of the sacred pilgrimage of Dewasanzan - the Three Holy Mountains of Dewa. Tour Highlights： ✔ Private transport (and optional guide) will pick you up from/drop you back to your hotel/chosen location in Sendai City ✔ Take a guided hike to Dewasanzan Shrine at the top of Mt. Haguro, one of the Three Holy Mountains of Dewa ✔ Learn from your guide about the native religion of Shugendo, the 'Yamabushi' mountain priests and their fascinating ascetic practices ✔ At the top, enjoy a delicious and healthy course meal of 'Shojinryori' - traditional Shinto vegetarian cuisine - inside beautiful temple lodging 'Saikan'. This privately chartered tour will give you a taste and insight into the mysterious world of the Yamabushi of Dewasanzan. You will experience the beginning of the pilgrimage with a guided trek to the top of Mt. Haguro, involving a climb up 2246 stone steps! Your guide will give you an introduction into the history and culture of Shugendo and the spiritual journey of the Yamabushi as you pass through forests of towering cedar trees, making stops at important cultural landmarks such as the 5-storey Pagoda of Haguro, a designated national treasure.

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• Age 5～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 10:00

Hit local soju, cultivated in Kanata, with your own hands and eat freshly. ~ Flow of the day ~ ① Description (10 minutes) ② Buckwheat noodles (60 minutes) ③ Boil it (20 minutes) ④ meal (30 minutes)

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• Age 18～Age 70
• 2～3 hours

Join Yamagata-based photographer Derek Yamashita to some of his favorite photo spots in Yamagata Prefecture to capture the stunning beauty of this rural region of Japan. Together with Derek you will visit his favorite seasonal spots such as where a beautiful line of sakura sits next to a quite village with a stunning view of the snow-capped Mt. Chokai in the background. Or where the fall colors of fall burn brightest! He will teach you how to make the most of your camera and will also have some photo gear on hand Derek will also be on hand to capture a beautiful portrait shot of you or your group as well.

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• Age 18～Age 70
• 5～6 hours

Enjoy the delicious seafood of Yamagata Prefecture directly from its source by purchasing your own fish from a traditional fish market or joining local fishermen to fish off the coast of the Shonai Region! After you have your fresh fish, we will then prepare them in a variety These experiences are highly customizable, and vary throughout the year as the availability of the fresh fish changes.

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• Age 16～Age 70
• 3～4 hours

Leave the car behind and explore the wide open plains, rural farming villages, and beautiful coastline of the Yamagata Prefecture with the absolute freedom only a bicycle can afford. With few traffic lights and few cars, some of the most relaxing and beautiful cycling routes in This fully guided cycling course takes guests off the beaten path and immerses them in the splendor of the spiritual town of Togue that rests at the base of the Dewa Sanzan Mountains. During this 3 hour program we will see the famous five storied pagoda of Mt. Haguro in its ancient cedar forest, the vast farmland of the Gassan Plains, cycle through small villages and forests, and stop at a gorgeous temple to enjoy tea and matcha tea by its Japanese garden. You will be led by a bilingual local guide who will share with you the deep history and stories of the places we see throughout the day. These bikes are Specialized Sirrus cross bikes that glide across the flat terrain on this course.

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• Age 6～
• Within 1 hour

Get a hands-on experience making your own pin budge or figurine out of sheet copper at Origane Koubou studio.The studio mainly twice at Japan EXPO held in France! delicately crafted armor warriors look as if they will just start moving at any moment.

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• Age 18～
• 1 Day or more

Diving The license can be acquired in the shortest 2 days! This course allows you to obtain an open water license in 2 days. The department course is home studying on the Internet! It is very convenient because you can use your smartphone or computer at your favorite place and time. Marine training is high in water temperature Yamagata At Yura Beach Diving Practice with the instructor the skills required for training. The highest water temperature in summer Yamagata The sea is 28 degrees. Okinawa Comfortable with the same water temperature Diving I can do it.

• Age 7～
• 2～3 hours

◆ This plan is “3,700 yen for one set of 3 soba noodles”. At the time of reservation, please select Number of participants to visit and enter the number of sets. Example) When booking for 2 people Please choose "one set (two people)". ◆ This plan is for those of elementary school students more. Please note that preschool children cannot be booked.

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• Age 12～Age 70
• 2～3 hours

Yamagata / Sagae, where the heat of summer has subsided. We will offer it for a limited time only at a reasonable price. This tour is a cycling tour around the city of Sagae on a fashionable cross bike. A local guide will guide you through the history and highlights of Sagae. Not only can you go around by bicycle, but you can also enjoy the exquisite ice cream, and if you wish, you can also enjoy the horse riding experience. There is a basic course, but the real pleasure of a private tour! Detours are welcome! Please say "I want to do it here!", "I want to take a picture here!", "It looks like a souvenir!" We will respond to your requests as much as possible. It is also welcome to make your own travel plan. We will respond flexibly, which can only be done by a local guide. It takes about 3 hours. We offer attractive tours. Basic schedule 8:45 Griver Sagae meeting 9:00 After a brief explanation, you can experience contact with the departing horse If you wish, you can experience the pulling horse * It costs 1,000 yen separately. Please pay directly to the ranch Exquisite ice time Sagae Hachimangu Shrine walk, worship Goshuin get Snack time Takaseyama Kofun walk Mikoshi Kaikan tour 12:00 Griver Sagae It is a basic route to the last. We will respond to route changes as much as possible according to the customer's request. Important Notice-Infectious Disease Prevention Measures- ・ Tour staff will wear masks.・ Thoroughly wash your hands and disinfect your gargling hands.・ Secure and guide social distance.・ Bicycles rented to customers will be disinfected. ～ Request to participants ～ ・ Please refrain from participating in the tour if you are in the area under the state of emergency.・ Please refrain from participating if you are not in good physical condition (those who have symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat, and dysgeusia).・ Please refrain from participating if there are infected people in your family or close to you.・ Please refrain from participating if your body temperature is 37.5 ℃ or higher on the day of the event.・ Please cooperate in wearing a mask during the tour, except for eating and drinking.・ Please cooperate in disinfecting your hands.・ Please secure a social distance.・ Please refrain from talking in a loud voice.

• Age 1～Age 99
• 3～4 hours

A great-value ticket that includes a round-trip bus fare between Yamagata Station and Zao Onsen Bus Terminal and a round-trip ticket for the Zao Chuo Ropeway. Enjoy Zao's "summer fresh green" and "autumn leaves" ♪ It is also recommended for those staying at Zao Onsen and for day trips.

• Age 1～Age 99
• 3～4 hours

A great-value ticket that includes a round-trip bus fare between Yamagata Station and Zao Onsen Bus Terminal and a round-trip ticket for the Zao Ropeway. Enjoy Zao's "summer fresh green" and "autumn leaves" ♪ It is also recommended for those staying at Zao Onsen and for day trips.

• Age 10～Age 70
• 3～4 hours
• 09:10 / 11:00 / 13:20

Down the river Activity Speaking Rafting! Rafting Is a popular outdoor sport that crawls down a natural river on an 8-seater rubber boat. Guides ride on each boat, support everyone well, and aim at the goal while maneuvering. ☆ Lasta's Rafting In the tour, show the appearance of each season Tohoku ・ Yamagata Use the Mogami river of. From spring to early summer, it is worthy of the name of Japan's three major torrents, it's thawed, it's flooded, it's exciting and downpours. The water level settles down from summer to autumn, and you can enjoy enjoying the arrangement of the guides with water Rafting. Depending on the weather, time, and water level, the way you enjoy it will also change. ☆ Lasta's Rafting The tour is a comic fee! [free photo data] We will give you free photo data taken during the tour. [Hot spring Ticket free】 Clean near Hot spring Of the facility Ticket I will give you 【Free of fulfillment Rental Equipment】 We will provide free of charge with fully cleaned, dried, and comfortable watering from spring to autumn. Tohoku Let's play in the nature of

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• Age 12～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 09:30

Jizokura is located on the hillside of Mt. Yamagata and Mt. Jizomori. Jizokura is a scenic spot where you can pray for marriage, child treasure, and prosperous business. The temple is set up on a rock wall in the mountains, and although the climbing time is as short as 40 minutes one way, it is a little thrilling experience to walk on the steep rock surface just before arrival. If you put a string through a small hole in the strange tuff, there is no doubt that the edge will be tied! ?? It seems that some people come to pray for child treasure and fulfill it.

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• Age 7～Age 85
• 1～2 hours

Please enjoy "Wasabi farm tour" and "Wasabi harvest experience" in the clear air and beautiful scenery of Okura village ♪ You can taste all wasabi dishes.

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• Age 6～
• 1～2 hours

Among the pottery experience, that there is the most popular, that using an electric potter's wheel. In Tendo grilled Wakamatsu kiln, we align the potter's wheel eight electric. Skilled staff, because it will guidance carefully, you will be able to experience with confidence even beginners. Why not make the work of the memories?

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• Age 6～Age 85
• 1～2 hours
• 10:00

Shikamura district, 7 km away from Hijiori Onsen. The beautiful rice terraces selected as one of the "100 Best Rice Terraces in Japan" spread out on a gentle slope. In the beech forest (secondary forest), Naganuma, and Otonuma, you can meet the scenery of the four seasons and the abundant ecosystem. From summer to autumn, you can see the rare creature "Ruriito dragonfly". A plan to tour the highlights of Okura Village by bus in a compact manner with a required time of 1 hour and 30 minutes. You can fully understand the charm with the guidance unique to the local guide.

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• Age 12～Age 85
• Within 1 hour
• 16:00

A local guide will guide you through the hot spring town of Hijiori Onsen, which retains the atmosphere of a spa! We will take a closer look at the sources that you can't usually see and the cultural attractions hidden in various parts of the street.

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• Age 5～Age 90
• 2～3 hours
• 06:00

Founded over one thousand years ago in 860, ‘Yamadera’ (lit. mountain temple) is a picturesque temple complex located high up on a steep mountainside. The view from the pagoda of ‘Risshakuji’ temple at the very top is breathtaking, looking out over the neighbouring mountains and village. On this tour, experience the serenity of Yamadera all to yourself! Visit early in the morning when the air is fresh and the staircase devoid of crowds! Climb the 1000 stone steps to the top of the temple complex and reward yourself with a delicious breakfast of ‘onigiri’ rice balls made from local rice as you take in the panoramic views. Test your foodie skills by comparing to brands of local rice ‘Tsuyahime’ (lit. ‘shining princess’) and ‘Yukiwakamuru’ (lit. ‘young samurai of the snow’). After breakfast, choose to stay back and explore the temple area and surrounding nature, or if staying at nearby Tendo Onsen, head back to your lodging in time for the breakfast buffet (who doesn’t like second breakfast?). Please note this tour involves a fair amount of physical activity! Come ready for some exercise and wear comfortable shoes/clothing for hiking.

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• Age 13～Age 99
• 5～6 hours
• 10:00

■ Flow of experience 1. Change clothes to Iaido 2. Visit Japan's No. 1 Hayashizaki Iai Shrine 3. Zen Zen 4. Courtesy commentary 5. lunch 6. Iaido's “First Sword” commentary and practice 7. Trial cutting experience 8. Commemorative photo shoot / certificate presentation (15:00 end taken with your own camera) ■ Holding time ① 10: 00 ~ ■ Time required about 5 hours ■ option Interpreters such as English and Chinese can be attached. * Please contact us for languages other than the above. Interpretation fee 15,000 yen (excluding tax) (1 experience 1 group) (Please pay separately from the experience fee) ■ What is Iaido? Iaido is a martial art that originated from Jinsuke Shigenobu Hayashizaki about 450 Year ago. It has been developed as a technique to remove the sword when it is attacked by the enemy without removing the sword and to kill the enemy. The era of war is over, and the characteristic of Iaido that can respond flexibly from a state not in battle sublimates to the spirit of "non-fighting technology" that does not unnecessarily hurt the opponent, and the enhanced one affects Bushido Has been given. Iaido is used widely as a martial art that is used by both men and women of all ages to train their mind and body and to lead their daily lives because they use their mind and body reasonably.

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• Age 12～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30

The Hijiori caldera created by the volcanic eruption 10,000 years ago is relatively small with a diameter of 2 km, so it is easy to understand the whole picture. While observing the caldera from the west side, it is a course to climb up to the Okura mine site on the outer wall and take a walk. The remains of the mine have chimneys, etc., which suggests the taste of those days. Descend from the west side of the mine site to the golden hot spring, and take a break and take a bath at the one-day hot spring "Caldera Onsenkan". This is a rare hot spring where you can drink natural carbonated water. There is also an open-air bath (men and women change every hour), which you can enjoy together with the indoor bath. The quality is chloride spring, which is the same as Hijiori Onsen in the village, but it is characterized by warming up to the core of the body. Why don't you enjoy a walk around the Hijiori caldera mine site and a bath at the caldera hot spring building!

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• Age 0～
• 1～2 hours
• 10:50 / 11:50 / 12:50 / 13:50 / 14:50

It has been the aorta of history and culture since ancient times, Yamagata River which becomes mother of "Moet river". Among them, descend the scenic Mogami Gorge and Shiraito Falls for about an hour with guidance of the boatman. No holidays So you can enjoy the four seasons of the Mogami Gorge. In addition, because it is a plan with "on-the-ship lunch" using locally produced ingredients on board, the fun is also doubled.

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• Age 12～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00

A two-seater experience flight that allows you to easily enjoy paragliding. You can enjoy the superb view of Nanyo Sky Park on a flight experience!

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• Age 6～Age 65
• 3～4 hours

The starting location for the tour is located at the Fumotoya Main Shop located near Yamadera Temple; this is where you will meet your local guide and interpreter for the day. After a brief introduction, you will set off on your trek around the Yamadera Temple complex Yamadera Temple is known as a power spot for not only the Yamabushi mountain monks but also among the local population, so having a local guide to show you the hidden, and often overlooked, areas of the complex is the perfect way to experience this sacred location. After visiting various sites in the complex, including an area known to be a favorite meditation spot for the Yamabushi, you will make your way inside the temple complex to participate in the ritual of sutra calligraphy. As your experience at Yamadera Temple comes to a close , you will return to your starting location to have a delicious soba lunch before saying your goodbyes. When the tour is concluded, your interpreter would be happy to call you a taxi to bring you to your next location. JR Yamadera Station is located within walking distance (10 minutes) of the Fumotoya Main Shop, with local trains running about once every hour between Yamagata Station and Sendai Station.

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• Age 5～Age 90
• 1 Day or more
• 12:30

Tour Highlights： ✔ Stay overnight at a traditional hot-spring inn in a hidden mountain village ✔ Learn how to fully appreciate the Japanese hot-spring bathing culture ✔ Indulge in a traditional course meal of authentic 'Shojin ryori' (Shinto vegetarian cuisine) ✔ Experience over 4m of snow in Japan's deepest snowfall area! ✔ Opt to participate in local experience programs Ever wished you could just switch off your digital devices and leave the constant pressure and demands of your busy modern lifestyle behind you? We may have found the answer! Located deep (and we mean deep!) in the mountains of Yamagata prefecture lies Hijiori-onsen, a quaint hidden-away hot spring village of terraced rice-fields and traditional Ryokan inns lining a narrow river. Recently, the village received attention for reaching record-breaking levels of snowfall – over 4.5 metres – during the winter of 2018 (the deepest snowfall recorded in the entire country for that year). This accommodation-inclusive program is designed to give travelers a deeper, more meaningful experience of staying at a Japanese hot spring inn.

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• Age 5～
• 2～3 hours
• 17:30

Tour Highlights： ✔ Indulge in a tasting set of A5 grade wagyu 'Yamagata Beef' ✔Compare the flavour of the beef prepared in both 'Sukiyaki' and 'Tempura' styles ✔Pair with two varieties of delicious local sake Japanese A5 grade Wagyu beef is a highly sought after delicacy, particularly top brands like ‘Yamagata Beef’. Sinking your teeth into a juicy and tender Wagyu steak might be top of your list, but have you ever thought of trying it as…tempura?! Sit down to a unique tasting set of wagyu in both ‘Sukiyaki’ and ‘Tempura’ styles. Pair each with a different variety of local sake from Yamagata Prefecture before deciding which is your new favourite! A rare chance to try Wagyu beef as you’ve never tasted before! *Additional orders from menu also possible at separate cost. Be shown to your table and sit down to a unique tasting course, including: Appetiser ‘Yamagata Beef’ Wagyu tempura with seasonal veggies ‘Yamagata Beef’ Wagyu ‘sukiyaki’ (thinly sliced beef cooked in sweet soy-sauced based sauce with vegetables) Two varieties of local sake from Yamagata to pair with the meal Rice set (local Tsuya-hime brand rice from Yamagata)

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• Age 7～Age 85
• 1～2 hours

Please enjoy "Wasabi farm tour" and "Wasabi processing experience" in the clear air and beautiful scenery of Okura village ♪ You can taste all wasabi dishes.

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• Age 12～Age 85
• 3～4 hours
• 13:30

If you acquire general knowledge of hot springs and knowledge of spa therapy and pass the exam, you will be a hot spring master! Co-sponsored by the Japan Spalier Association.

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• Age 12～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 15:00

Two-seater experience flight for you to taste the paragliding easily.

• Age 12～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 11:00

Experience picking log nameko mushrooms or log shiitake mushrooms at Hijiori Onsen in Okura Village, the production center of mushrooms! Enjoy lunch with mushroom dishes! After returning, take a refreshing bath in the hot springs! It comes with a day trip bath at Hijiori Onsenkyo, the core facility of Hijiori Onsenkyo, which has a history of 1,210 years. You can feel free to experience the source of the secret hot spring (same as the inn) that has prospered in the hot spring culture since ancient times. Especially the view from the bath on the 3rd floor is the best. The spring quality is a chloride spring containing baking soda, which has skin-beautifying and heat-retaining effects, and is also effective for pain in the joints of the legs and hips.

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