Dream Experiences: Beyond Himeji Castle

A comprehensive Yumesaki tour to enjoy the charm of Himeji apart from its famous castle.

Experience the serene beauty of Engyoji Temple, a sacred site in northern Himeji with over a millennium of history. Adding to this journey, savor a culinary masterpiece crafted by chef Yamaguchi of Kobe’s renowned Kitano Hotel, celebrated for offering the world’s best breakfast. This tour fuses the old with the new, presenting innovative shojin ryori (Buddhist vegetarian cuisine) that incorporates French culinary techniques.
At Engyoji Temple, enjoy privileged access to rarely seen temple structures, along with a hands-on experience in gold leaf application, an essential craft in creating Himeji's traditional Buddhist altars. Accommodation includes one night at Kobe’s Kitano Hotel and another at the Yumenoi-an Yuyake-koyake, nestled in the Yumesaki Onsen area. Other highlights include picking strawberries that were grown using the latest technology, a tour of a 400-year-old sake brewery, and a workshop in a historic Cultural Property tea house overlooking Himeji Castle, where you can make Japanese confections and enjoy matcha tea. This is a fully-packed tour that allows you to fully enjoy the charms of Himeji beyond the castle.