EN C OUNTER T HE BEAUTY OF JAP AN Themed Tours & Excursions 2017 - 2018
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Kankakei / Shodoshima, Kagawa
EN C OUNTER T HE BEAUTY OF JAP AN Themed Tours & Excursions 2017 - 2018
Major cities such as Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka are popular destinations for school field trips. However, in addition to these major tourist sites, we would like to recommend another destination which is also full of originality, and that is Shodoshima. Setouchi district of Shikoku is known for its beautiful weather and the small islands. On this tour, you will get to learn the Japanese culture from experiencing beach seining (fishing) and fruit picking while appreciating the beautiful view of Western Japan. The beach seining experience will take place in Wakayama, the only place where you can enjoy fishing by using dragnet on the beach. We hope to provide the one of a life time tour for travelers.
WESTERN JAPAN TRADITIONAL EXPERIENCE TOUR 写真：中西祐介/アフロ
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Best chance to enjoy island adventures in Western Japan with extraordinary fishing experience on the beach!
Uzushio(whirlpool) - You are able to witness the world’s largest whirlpool right in front of your eyes! The whirlpools are especially easy to spot during Spring & Autumn.
WESTERN JAPAN TRADITIONAL EXPERIENCE TOUR
Day 1: KIX - OSAKA Upon arrival at Kansai International Airport, meet & greet with the English-speaking guide. Transfer to Osaka for sightseeing, visit Floating Garden Observatory. Dinner at local restaurant, then transfer to your hotel and check-in Free at your leisure and overnight in Osaka Day 2: OSAKA - KYOTO – OSAKA After breakfast and check-out, transfer to Kyoto for 1-day sightseeing. Experience Japanese traditional Pottery Trial and Kimono wearing Visit Kiyomizu Temple, Kinkaku-ji Temple (Golden Pavillion) Shopping at Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka, stroll around Nishiki Market and Gion area Enjoy watching Japanese traditional performence at Gion Corner
Marukin Soy Sauce Museum - You will not only get to learn about how soy sauce is made but also try the soy sauce flavored ice cream in the traditional Gassho house.
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Maguro Cutting show This is a famous fish cutting show taking place in the Kuroshio Market of Wakayama.
Day 3: OSAKA – WAKAYAMA After breakfast and check-out, transfer to Wakayama for 1-day sightseeing. Visit Wakaura Bay, experience the beach seining, seafood BBQ for lunch Visit 'Kuroshio Market' in 'Wakayama Marina City' and watch the Tuna cutting show & enjoy Fruit picking at a local farm Transfer to your hotel in Shirahama for check-in, enjoy hot spring and dinner at the hotel Day 4: WAKAYMA - AWAJI ISLAND – TOKUSHIMA After breakfast and check-out, transfer to Wakayama Port, take a ferry to Tokushima, Enjoy the Naruto whirlpool watching cruise Visit Awaji Puppet Theatre and Awaji Hanasajiki Transfer to your hotel in Tokushima for check-in Day 5: TAKAMATSU - SHODOSHIMA ISLAND After breakfast, transfer to Takamatsu to take a ferry to Shodoshima Island. Visit Kankakei Gorge, Marukin Soy Sauce Museum If time permits, visit Sesame Oil, Soumen Noodle, Tsukudani factories. Transfer to your hotel for check-in, overnight in Shodoshima Day 6: SHODOSHIMA ISLAND – HIMEJI After breakfast and check-out, visit Nakayama Senmaidana Paddy Field, The Olive Park. Take a ferry to Himeji and visit Himeji Castle, Koko-en Garden, Shoshazan Engyoji Temple Transfer to your hotel in Himeji for check-in
写真提供：公益社団法人和歌山県観光連盟 Beach seining Have you ever gone beach seining before? Here in Wakayama you will get to fish using dragnets on the beach!
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Day 7: HIMEJI – KOBE After breakfast and check-out, transfer to Maiko Park to view Great Akashi Strait Bridge. Transfer to Kobe city, visit China Town, drive through the Kitano area Visit Meriken Park, Kobe Earthquake Museum, Kawasaki World and Kobe Maritime Museum. Enjoy shopping at Kobe Harbor land Transfer to your hotel in Kobe for check-in Day 8: KOBE - NARA - OSAKA After breakfast and check-out, transfer to Nara. Visit Kasugataisha Shrine, Todai-ji Temple (Great Buddha), Nara Park. Transfer to Osaka, enjoy shopping at Shinsaibashi & Dotombori area. Transfer to your hotel near Kansai International Airport for check-in Day 9: OSAKA – KIX After breakfast & check-out, transfer to Kansai airport by coach Arrive at the airport, end of service
Maid girls in Akihabara, Tokyo As we all know, there are countless Japanese manga & anime fans all over the world. Through various types of genres of manga & anime, many fans from outside of Japan can learn about the Japanese culture and life style. The charm to an interesting story is not only the differences in language & culture, but also the messages it delivers. We have designed a tour where you can visit the origin of these popular manga & anime through visiting Manga artists and doing cosplay activities while you experience living in the same world as the manga & anime characters.
JAPANESE POP CULTURE TOUR
Your favorite story no longer lives on paper or on television. Watch your anime dream come true in the home of manga & anime!
Kyoto International Manga Museum - Many locals come to the plaza outside to relax & hang out. Cosplay events also occasionally take place here on the weekend.
JAPANESE POP CULTURE TOUR
Day 1: KIX - OSAKA Upon arrival at KIX Airport, meet & great with your English-speak ing driver. Transfer to your hotel for check-in (each guest will be receiving an Anime related gift). Free at your leisure and overnight in Osaka. Day 2: OSAKA – KYOTO - OSAKA After breakfast, meet with English speaking assistant & transfer to Kyoto. Visit Kyoto International Manga Museum, experience Manga drawing (Optional). After the experience, return to Osaka, visit Tokyu Hands and Loft in Umeda. Enjoy the shopping for Manga art supplies, transfer to local restaurant for dinner. Enjoy the Japanese style dinner, return to your hotel, overnight in Osaka.
The wall of Manga(Kyoto International Manga Museum) The wall consists of approximately 50,000 comic books. You are free to read them inside or outside of the museum.
Day 3: SEICHI JUNREI (聖地巡礼) IN KANSAI AREA After breakfast, meet with English speaking assistant and proceed 1-day Seichi Junrei tour. (We will be visiting specific spots where appeared in some famous anime) After the tour, transfer to your hotel, free at your leisure and overnight in Osaka. Day 4: OSAKA/KYOTO FREE & EASY Breakfast at your hotel, Free & easy day at your own leisure; (No transfer and guide service on this day) Optional PlanKyoto & Nara 1-Day Sightseeing Tour (SIC, lunch included) Universal Studio Japan (1-Day Entry Passport) Kimono wearing / Japanese traditional sweets making experience
Facial Portrait (only on weekends) - Your best chance to see yourself in Manga! Have your facial portrait done while chatting with the manga artist.
Cosplay Experience - Become your dream character in your favorite anime and have your photo taken!
Day 5: OSAKA - TOKYO After breakfast and check-out, transfer to Shin-Osaka station on your own. Take a bullet train to Tokyo (On your own arrangement) Arrive at Tokyo station, transfer to your hotel for check-in on your own (No transfer and guide service on this day) Day 6: TOKYO After breakfast, meet with the English-speaking assistant and explore the heart of Japan -Tokyo. Visit Sensouji Temple, stroll around Nakamise street for shopping, visit Skytree Tower. Optional PlanAkihabara Cosplay experience (photo shooting & costumes rental) (stroll around Akihabara in the cosplay costume is available) Maid Café / Cat Café / PURIKURA / Manga Shop Return to your hotel after the tour, free at your leisure and overnight in Tokyo. Day 7: TOKYO FREE & EASY Breakfast at your hotel, Free & easy day at your own leisure. (No transfer and guide service on this day) Optional PlanDynamic Tokyo 1 Day Tour (SIC, lunch included) Tokyo Disneyland (or Disney Sea) Shijuku Robot Restaurant (dinner & show)
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Day 8: NRT/HND – TOKYO After breakfast and check-out, meet with your English-speaking assistant. Transfer to the airport for your flight (each guest will be receiving an Anime related gift) Arrive at the airport, end of service
Hidaka is the home of race horses in Japan, owning 70% of the racehorses in the country. Adorable foals and the retired race horses have attracted countless enthusiastic race horse fans to the area. We will be taking you to Hidaka, the home of race horses, to hang out with some of the retired race horse stars. We will also be visiting Japan Racing Association (JRA), where you can also experience riding with race horses. On this tour, you will get to enjoy the fun hanging out with horses in the great land of Hokkaido. This tour is currently only open from July to September, but if you are interested in riding in winter, please feel free to contact us.
HOKKAIDO RACE HORSE TOUR
Visit the homeland of Race horses while making unforgettable memories by making first hand interactions!
Northern Horse Park - The park is 500 thousand square meters and you will get to enjoy all kinds of activities with approximately 80 horses and the nature.
HOKKAIDO RACE HORSE TOUR
Day 1: CTS - SAPPORO Upon arrival at CTS Airport, transfer to your hotel by coach (shuttle bus) Arrive at your hotel, free at your leisure after check-in and overnight in Sapporo Day 2: SAPPORO - NORTHERN HORSE PARK – URAKAWA After breakfast and check-out, transfer to Northern House Park Able to see retired race-horses which used to match around the world Enjoy a variety of attractions in the park Lunch at BQQ buffet restaurant
Interaction with horses - Retired horses come in various sizes and personalities. Come make some unforgettable memories by interacting with these adorable horses!
Transfer to a local winery, go around inside of the factory (free tasting available) After the winery tour, transfer to your hotel in Urakawacho for check-in Enjoy the fresh seafood dinner and & Special seaweed hot spring Day 3: URAKAWA – NIIKAPPU HOROSHIRI – CHITOSE After breakfast and check-out, meet with English speaking driver and transfer to JRA (JAPAN RACING ASSOCIATION) HIDAKA*
Horseback riding in the woods There are different types of riding courses available. Even beginners can enjoy riding in the forest!
*There is the birth & growing place of international racing horse, it using a 1,500 hectares’ large grassland as the riding ground, you could never get another chance to visit a horse-riding ground with "1,000-meter straight racetrack at another place in the world! Variety of campaigns will be provided on the change of season (Horse-riding experience, Iron making, horseshoeing & horse braking performance). After Lunch (western style), experience the Former-racehorse(Thoroughbred) riding (50min) in the forest, then enjoy the seasonal fruits picking at Kita-Hiroshima Transfer to your hotel for check-in, free at your leisure for the rest of the day.
Fruit Picking - Depending on the season you can enjoy picking various fresh fruits here in Japan.
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Day 4: CHITOSE – CTS After breakfast and check-out, transfer to CTS airport by shuttle bus (arranged by hotel) Arrive at the airport, end of service NOTE: *This tour is designed as an optional plan that can be added on to the main tour (Before/After) We are also able to offer a full package arrangement including other cities in Hokkaido or Honshu destinations. Please send us a request if needed.
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Satisfactory tour filled with mouthwatering gourmet Japanese cuisine!
Motsu Nabe (Intestine Hotpot) Famous dish from Hakata, Fukuoka. A mixture of freshly cleaned cow intestines and vegetables cooked in rich broth.
JAPAN GOURMET TOUR
Day 1: FUK - HAKATA Upon arrival at FUK airport, meet & greet with local English-speaking guide, direct transfer to your hotel for check in; Free at your leisure for the rest of the day and overnight in Hakata. Day 2: HAKATA After breakfast, picked up by your guide. Visit one of the most famous shrine in Kyushu - Dazaifu Tenmangu shrine and try the local famous sweets - Umegae mochi, enjoy Motsunabe & Mentaiko for lunch at local restaurant. Free & easy at Canal city Hakata for the rest of the day; Transfer to Nakasu street and have dinner at local Tonkotsu ramen restaurant. After dinner, return to your hotel, free at your leisure and overnight in Hakata.
Yatai (Food stands) - Located in Nakasu district of Hakata there are several types of Yatais serving various types of local foods. The locals often come here to grab a quick bite.
Takoyaki - Would you like to try making one of the most famous local cuisines here in Osaka? Watch out for the hot creamy filling when you take the first bite!
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Chanko (Sumo Hotpot) - Famous dish popular among the Sumo Wrestlers. Nothing brings you more energy than a boiling pot of fish, meat and vegetables.
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Day 3: HAKATA - OSAKA After breakfast and check-out, transfer to Hakata Sta.,Take a bullet train to Shin-Osaka Sta. (approx. 2.45 hours). Arrival at Shin-Osaka Sta., meet with your guide and proceed sightseeing tour in Osaka. Experience Takoyaki making and enjoy the Takoyaki you have made for lunch. Photo stop at Osaka Castle & Kuromon market, have Kushikatsu for dinner (deep fried meats & vegetables). After dinner, transfer to your hotel and check-in, free at your leisure and overnight in Osaka. Day 4: OSAKA – KOBE - OSAKA After breakfast, transfer to Kobe for sightseeing. Stroll around Kitano area (Western-style village), enjoy Kobe beef steak for lunch. Transfer to Kobe Port Island, free at your leisure and have Chinese food (set menu) at Kobe Chinatown for dinner. After dinner, return to your hotel and overnight in Osaka. Day 5: OSAKA - HAKONE After breakfast and check-out, transfer to Shin-Osaka Sta. Take a bullet train to Odawara Sta. (approx. 2.20 hours) Arrival at Odawara Sta., meet with the local guide and transfer to Hokone area. Have locally grown vegetables French course for lunch and experience the Lake Ashi cruise & Hakone Ropeway, visit Owakudani valley, try the local snack – Kuro Tamago (black egg) After sightseeing, transfer to your hotel for check-in, enjoy the Japanese dinner & hot spring at traditional Japanese Ryokan. Day 6: HAKONE – TOKYO After breakfast and check-out, transfer to Tokyo.Visit Sensou-ji temple, stroll around Nakamise street for shopping. Have Tempura (set menu) for lunch, visit Imperial palace garden, Meiji -jingu Shrine. Stroll around Harajuku area and have dinner at Famous Ramen shop. After dinner, transfer to your hotel for check-in, free at your leisure and overnight in Tokyo. Day 7: TOKYO – Cooking Class Private Tour After breakfast, meet with your guide and proceed 1-day tour in Tokyo. Visit Tsukiji fish market, participate cooking class in Tsukiji market and have the delicacy that made by you for lunch; Option plan: Washoku cooking class Sushi cooking class Visit Tokyo tower & free at your leisure at Ginza shopping area, have traditional Chanko-nabe for dinner. After dinner, transfer to your hotel, free at your leisure and overnight in Tokyo. Day 8: TOKYO – NRT/HND After breakfast and check-out, transfer to the airport for your flight; Arrive at the airport, end of service.
Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum Despite that the main ingredient to make Japanese Wine is water, with rice grown in different regions and climate conditions in Japan, various kinds of Japanese wine have been developed. Japanese people always offer the traditional wine during celebration or Shinto rituals. Also, many Japanese enjoy the traditional Japanese wine like western wine and even use it in cooking. Therefore, you can say that the Japanese wine has an inevitable connection to the Japanese daily life. Wine & beer cultures were also introduced to Japan during the Meiji Restoration, since then the Japanese have developed a variation of beverages that carry their own unique taste. On the tour, you will be taken to different wineries in Kansai and Kanto where you will get to taste different type of beer, wine and whiskey while learning about the Japanese wine culture.
JAPANESE BREWERY TOUR
The perfect tour designed for wine lovers to enjoy tasty wines of breweries from both Kanto and Kansai regions.
Yamazaki Whiskey You can learn about the Japanese style whiskey here at the very first whiskey brewery in Japan.
Budou no Oka Located in Kofu, the top wine producing city in Japan. You can taste over 200 types of wines here.
Beer Factory Visit Enjoy your day strolling around the Suntory Musahino Beer Factory and learning about how the delicious beer is made.
JAPANESE BR EWERY TOUR
Day 1: NRT/HND - TOKYO Upon arrival at NRT/HND Airport, transfer to your hotel for check-in on your own. Free at your leisure and overnight in Tokyo. Day 2: TOKYO - SAITAMA - TOKYO After breakfast, meet with your guide and proceed half-day sightseeing. Visit Sensou-ji Temple, stroll around the Nakamise street for shopping, photo stop at Tokyo Skytree Tower, after the sightseeing, proceed afternoon Beer & Sake tasting tour; Visit Ebisu Beer Museum - Beer tasting Visit Suzuki Sake Brewery (Saitama prefecture) - Sake tasting After the tour, transfer to your hotel, free at your leisure and overnight in Tokyo. Day 3: TOKYO - KOFU After breakfast & check-out, meet with your guide and proceed 1-day Beer & Sake tasting tour; Visit Suntory Beer factory Musashino - Origin of Premium Malts Beer. Visit Sawanoi Sake Brewery and learn the history of Japanese Sake. KIKIZAKE Sake tasting - Try 5 types of Sake and feel the difference in taste. After the tour, transfer to your hotel for check-in, free at your leisure and overnight in Kofu. Day 4: KOFU After breakfast, meet with your guide and proceed 1-day Beer & Sake tasting tour in Kofu. Visit Budou no Oka – available to taste 180 types of wine Visit Fuefuki Winery - Wine making & grapes treading / picking experience (From end of July to end of Oct. only) Visit Suntory Whisky Brewery Hakushu - Whisky tasting After the tour, transfer to your hotel, free at your leisure and overnight in Kofu. Day 5: KOFU - SHINFUJI to KYOTO After breakfast and check-out, meet with your guide and transfer to Shin-Fuji Sta.Take a bullet train to Kyoto (Approx. 2.5 hours) Arrival at Kyoto, picked up by coach and proceed half-day sightseeing tour. Visit Fushimi Sake brewery (Gekkeikan) & Fushimi Inari shrine, stroll at Gion area. After the tour, transfer to your hotel for check-in, free at your leisure and overnight in Kyoto.
Beer tasting After the factory visit, you will receive an opportunity to taste the local beers.
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Day 6: KYOTO - KOBE -OSAKA After breakfast and check-out, meet with your guide and proceed 1-day Whisky & Wine tasting tour. Visit Suntory Brewery Yamazaki - Whisky tasting Visit Tanba Winery - Wine tasting Try and feel the difference in taste between the wine from Kansai and Kanto region of Japan. Stroll around Kobe Harbor land, return to your hotel in Osaka. Day 7: OSAKA - KOBE - OSAKA After breakfast, transfer to Kobe and proceed the Sake & Beer tasting tour. Visit Nada Hakutsuru Sake Museum – Sake tasting Visit Asahi beer factory Suita – famous Asahi super dry Beer tasting. Shopping at Shinsaibashi & Dotonbori shopping arcade; Return to your hotel and overnight in Osaka. Day 8: OSAKA – KIX Check out and transfer to KIX airport for your flight. Arrive at the airport, end of service
Rickshaw riding in Kyoto Kyoto and Nara are two of the most famous ancient cities in Japan that were once the Capital of the nation and the center of politics. Going further south, there is Mt. Koyasan (famous for the Konkobuji Temple) where countless Japanese visit each year for the breath-taking views that vary each season. The sacred atmosphere brings visitors peace & calmness, which is why it is also referred to as the holy place for “soul cleansing.” This tour is designed for those who would like to take a break from the busy stressful life in the city for a getaway to Japan. You will be taken to cities both rich in history and attractions such as Kyoto, Nara and Wakayama (Mt. Koyasan). While enjoying the breath-taking scenery and stroll around ancient streets, you will also get to experience activities you normally do not have the chance for!
MIND HEALING TOUR ©Ebisuya
You perfect getaway destination for soul cleansing & self-cultivation.
Hozugawa River Boat Ride- In different seasons, you will get to see cherry blossoms, maple leaves, or snow while rushing down the stream on the Hozugawa River Boat Ride.
The MIND HEALING TOUR
Day 1: KIX – KYOTO Upon arrival at KIX Airport, meet & greet with English-speaking driver. Direct transfer to your hotel for check in. Free at your leisure and overnight in Tokyo. Day 2: KYOTO After breakfast, meet with your driver and transfer to Kyoto for sightseeing. Visit Kinkakuji Temple, transfer to Arashiyama area and experience the traditional Japanese rickshaw riding, afterward, enjoy the Hozu-gawa River rafting. Reserve the Taizoin temple and experience the Zen with the chief abbot (optional) Return to hotel, free at your leisure and overnight in Kyoto.
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Deer Call in Nara Park An instructor will call and gather groups of deer in Nara Park using a special instrument.
Hand-copying Sutra It is said that through hand copying Buddhist scriptures, you will be able to clear your mind and eliminate your afflictions.
Day 3: KYOTO After breakfast, meet with your driver and transfer to Kyoto for sightseeing. Visit the Fushimiinari Shrine, Kiyomizu-Dera Temple, stroll around Ninenzaka for shopping. Experience the Kimono wearing, the Handweaving & Scarf Making. Return to hotel, free at your leisure and overnight in Kyoto. Day 4: NARA After breakfast and check-out, meet with your driver and transfer to Nara for sightseeing. Visit Nara Park, experience to feed the deer at a private grassland. Visit Todaiji-Temple, transfer to a Sumo training hall to watch the sumo practicing. Optional Enjoy the special light up of lantern in Kasuga Grand Shrine Transfer to your hotel for check-in, free at your leisure and overnight in Nara. Day 5: KYOTO - NARA After breakfast and check-out, meet with your driver and proceed 1-day experience tour; The traditional Japanese sweets making experience Katana (Samurai Sword) experience Buddha pilgrimage to local famous temples with professional Return to your hotel, free at your leisure and overnight in Nara.
Ajikan - Ajikan is a method of breathing & meditation in Shingon Buddhism. You will get to experience medication in spiritual atmosphere.
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Day 6: NARA - KOYASAN After breakfast and check-out, meet with your driver and transfer to Mt. Koya. Visit Okunoin Temple in, experience the Ajikan & hand-copying sutra. Enjoy traditional Japanese sweets and tea, transfer to a local temple for check-in, enjoy the Shojin Ryori (vegetarian food) and hot spring, free at your leisure and overnight at Mt. Koya. Day 7: KOYASAN - KIX After breakfast & check-out, meet with your driver and transfer to Kansai airport for your flight. Arrive at the airport, end of service.
Kyudo experience in Ayabe Here are various types of martial arts in Japan, and in recent years they have developed into a form of sports. However, people used to consider martial arts a skill for fights and self-protection. Nowadays people practice martial arts not only to build up their bodies but to train their spirits. It has also become a sport at international events. Besides the skills to oppress the opponent, modern martial arts also include the idea to cultivate personality. Through the training of spirit, techniques and physical strengths, one can also learn to become better mannered. This tour will take you to an actual martial art training hall for archery in Ayabe, Kyoto, also to the birthplace of Aikido. In addition, we will also visit the beautiful mountains in Northern Kyoto while experiencing the making of traditional Washi paper. Finally, we will also visit Amanohashitate, one of the three greatest views in Japan.
Martial art experience in Kyoto
Cultivate your strengths by visiting the home of Aikido.
Kayabuki no Sato Miyama, Kyoto - Miyama is famous for the traditional thatched houses. It is chosen as one of the traditional architecture reserves in the nation.
Martial Art Experience in KYOTO
Day 1: KIX - OSAKA Upon arrival at KIX Airport, meet & greet with English-speaking guide. Direct transfer to your hotel for check-in Free at your leisure and overnight in Osaka Day 2: OSAKA - KYOTO After breakfast and check-out, meet with your guide and transfer to Kyoto. Experience the Aikido, learn the basics of Aikido posing from the professionals. Visit Sanjusangendo Temple, enjoy the Toshi-ya (archery exhibition contest) performance. Visit Kyu-Butokuden (the wooden style traditional martial arts training hall). Transfer to your hotel and check-in, free at your leisure and overnight in Kyoto.
Oomoto Official Site -The father of Aikido, Mr. Morihei Ueshiba, founded a school in Ayabe back in 1920 and that is where he started teaching Aikido.
Kurotani Washi -The traditional Japanese washi paper carries 800 years of history. Here at the Kurotani Washi workshop, you will get to learn how to make the beautiful Washi paper.
Day 3: KYOTO – MT. HIEIZAN After breakfast and check-out, meet with your guide and proceed 1-day sightseeing. Experience the traditional tea ceremony at Koko-An. Transfer to Mt. Hieizan, visit Enryaku-ji Temple. Stay overnight in a temple, experience the hand copying of Buddhist sutras, Zazen meditation and Shugyo training. Day 4: MT. HIEIZAN – MIYAMA – AYABE After breakfast and check-out, meet with your guide and proceed 1-day sightseeing. Visit Sanzen-in Temple, Miyama Village - the traditional Kabuyaki style village. Transfer to Ayabe, experience the Washi (Japanese Paper) making. Transfer to your hotel for check-in, free at your leisure and overnight in Ayabe. Day 5: AYABE – AMANO-HASHIDATE After breakfast and check-out, meet with your guide Transfer to a local Kyudo Dojo (Archery practice hall) and experience Japanese Archery. Visit Miroku-Den (Maitreyan Bodhisattva) Temple, Omoto and the birth place of Aikido. Transfer to your hotel for check-in, free at your leisure and overnight in Amano-hashidate.
Amanohashitate - With the combination of pine trees and ocean view, Amanohashitate is referred to as one of the three greatest sites of Japan. The view is especially break-taking when it is covered in white snow.
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Day 6: AMANO-HASHIDATE – KYOTO After breakfast and check-out, transfer to Amano-hashidate for sightseeing. Visit one the three greatest views in Japan – Amano-Hashidate and enjoy the bicycle riding in the pine tree road, transfer to Ine and enjoy the Ine bay cruising. Transfer to your hotel for check-in, free at your leisure and overnight in Kyoto. Day 7: KYOTO FREE & EASY Breakfast at your hotel, Free & easy day at your own leisure; (No transfer and guide service on this day) Optional PlanKenbu (Sword Dance) and Samurai Experience Ninja Experience Day 8: KYOTO – KIX After breakfast and check-out, meet with your guide and transfer to Kansai airport. Arrive at the airport, end of service.
It is said that each human being bears 88 afflictions. Through visiting 88 sacred sites(Ohenro), once could have those afflictions erased and their prayers answered. Recently, in addition to worship, a raising number of people also visit Shikoku Ohenro to wish for health, self-discovery and life enrichment. This tour will give you an extraordinary opportunity to experience Pilgrimage in Japan by visiting 2-3 out of the 88 temples while wearing the specially made ohenro outfit. Besides the Ohenro experience, this tour will also take you to Matsuyama, following by famous tourist spots such as Hiroshima, Kyoto, Nara‌etc. Before the tour leaves Shikoku, you will get to experience making the famous udon noodles on your own.
OHENRO Pilgrimage Experience
The journey of self-cultivation combined with delicious local homemade cuisine!
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Hiroshima Atomic Dome Siginificant symbol of Hiroshima. You will also learn a lot about the history of WWII at the Hiroshima Peace Museum.
Udon making school You will not only get to learn how to make the udon noodles but also enjoy your masterpiece after you finish.
OHENRO Pilgrimage Experience
Day 1: KIX - KOBE – TOKUSHIMA Upon arrival at KIX Airport, meet & greet with English speaking guide; Transfer to Kobe city for sightseeing; Photo stop at Kobe port island & port tower, Chinatown, Earthquake museum, transfer to your hotel for check-in, free at your leisure and overnight in Tokushima. Day 2: TOKUSHIMA - OHENRO Experience - TAKAMATSU After breakfast and check-out, prepare for your Ohenro experience; Change your clothes to the traditional Ohenro white outfit, visit Ryo-zenji temple (the 1st stop of the Shikoku 88 temple pilgrimage) and experience Ohenro walking from Ryo-zenji to Gokurakuji (the 2nd stop of the Shinkoku pilgrimage, approx.15 minutes); picked up by your driver and transfer to Ehime prefecture by car, visit Zentsuji temple (the 75th stop of the Shikoku Pilgrimage) and Ritsurin Park; Transfer to hotel for check in, free at your leisure and overnight in Takamatsu. Day 3: TAKAMATSU-KONPIRA – MATSUYAMA After breakfast and check-out, meet with your driver and transfer to Konpira Shrine; Experience Udon noddles making, transfer to Matsuyama & visit Mastuyama castle; Take the Bocchan train for city sightseeing, photo stop at Dogo-Onsen Honkan; Transfer to your hotel for check-in, enjoy the hot spring and dinner in your hotel, free at your leisure and overnight in Matsuyama.
Dogo Onsen Honkan Famous onsen street located in Dogo Onsen district. It is popular with both tourists and local residents.
Day 4: MATSUYAMA - HIROSHIMA After breakfast and check-out, transfer to Matsuyama port & take ferry to Hiroshima port. Picked up by coach and transfer to Miyajima island by ferry. Visit Miyajima & Itsukushima shrine Transfer to your hotel for check-in, free at your leisure and overnight in Hiroshima Day 5: HIROSHIMA - KYOTO After breakfast and check-out, proceed half-day Hiroshima sightsiing. Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park & Museum, Atomic Bomb Dome. Take a bullet train to Kyoto(1:45hours), visit Kiyomizu temple, stroll around Ninenzaka & Sannnenzak Transfer to your hotel for check-in, free at your leisure and overnight in Kyoto
Famous Bamboo Grove located in Arashiyama, Kyoto. You will get to enjoy the nature scenery in Kyoto while strolling along the bamboo grove.
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Matsuyama
Ohenro
KIX
Day 6: KYOTO & NARA After breakfast and check-out, proceed 1-day sightseeing in Kyoto & Nara; Visit Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion), Arashiyama bamboo grove; Transfer to Nara, visit Nara deer park, Todaiji temple and Kasuga Taisha Shrine; Transfer to your hotel for check-in, free at your leisure and overnight in Osaka. Day 7: OSAKA After breakfast, meet with your driver and proceed 1-day sightseeing in Osaka; Visit Osaka Castle, Kuromon Ichiba market, Umeda Sky Building Observatory; Transfer to Shinsaibashi & Dotonbori for shopping; Return to your hotel, free at your leisure and overnight in Osaka. Day 8: OSAKA – KIX After breakfast and check-out, meet with your guide at your hotel; Transfer to Kansai airport for your flight; Arrive at the airport, end of service.
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