
Nature & the Outdoors
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Nachikatsuura 10 Days Mindfulness Tour for Digital Nomads
This is a tour for digital nomads to harmonize their minds and bodies. This tour offers a unique opportunity to reflect on your work style while staying at Daitai-ji Temple in Nachikatsuura.
Start your mornings with Zen meditation to center your mind, followed by remote work sessions in the serene tatami rooms of the 1,200-year-old temple. Rejuvenate with walks along the Kumano Kodo trails, which are registered as a World Heritage site, then enjoy nature-rich Zen saunas in between work, visit cultural landmarks like Kumano Taisha, and network with fellow digital nomads. This new style of combining productive work with mindfulness and personal fulfillment offers the best of both worlds.
With full Wi-Fi access and dedicated workspaces, this 10-day experience is perfect for those who want to balance work and travel seamlessly. -
Connecting Wakayama Kichu with the World: Virtual & Real Cycle Tourism HUB24 in MINABE and a Special Nighttime Private Visit to Kashima Shrine
Experience a wide range of premium activities, cuisine using local specialties, and other tourism sites and spots. A private tour where you can touch, see, and experience the renowned local specialties of the Wakayama Kichu region, such as Kishu Binchotan charcoal, Yura Mikan oranges, and Kishu Nanko plums. Accompanied by an attending rider, you'll cycle through and enjoy various private experiences. This private tour includes exclusive experiences created just for this journey, such as a nighttime visit to Kashima Shrine, a special tour of the island of Kashima, and tours of workshops in Kishu led by artisans where you can see places usually not open to the public. Additionally, you can take part in the harvesting of Yura Mikan oranges, an experience not typically available to the public, and enjoy a special meal using the freshly harvested fruits. The tour also includes making plum wine using the finest Kishu Nanko plums. As a treasure trove of food, Wakayama's culinary experiences offer a rare opportunity to explore its history, traditions, culture, and nature in an entirely new and immersive way.
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【Deep Gorge】The Studio + The Lodge
Only an hour away from Tokyo by bullet train. Kitakaruizawa is nestled in a lush forest at an altitude of 1,200 meters, located along the ridges of Mt. Asama, an active volcano.
In this tranquil pottery studio, immerse yourself in Japan's traditional craftsmanship and the soothing embrace of nature as you work with clay.
Escape the bustle of the city, immerse yourself in the peaceful forest, and create a one-of-a-kind piece to treasure always.
Located between the mountain resort of Karuizawa and the renowned hot spring area of Kusatsu Onsen, Kitakaruizawa offers the perfect blend of creative experiences, relaxation, and adventure in the heart of nature. You can either embrace a peaceful, introspective experience or dive into the creative process of making your first piece of art.
Experience Japan's beautiful nature and culture at our pottery workshop. -
An Unforgettable Experience for Oyster Lovers: Cruise the Seto Inland Sea, Harvest Fresh Oysters and other Local Ingredients, and Enjoy Sake with a Seaside BBQ (Including Oyster Shucking)
・The stage for this tour, Akitsu and Takehara, are known as the birthplace of Ginjo Sake, a type of sake that requires particularly advanced brewing techniques and is recognized as part of Japan's UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.
・In this gastronomic tour, you will visit breweries that still use traditional Ginjo brewing methods and can enjoy sake pairings with the bounty of the Seto Inland Sea that nurtured them.
・A local interpreter guide will be assigned to this tour.
●Visit Farm Suzuki, an oyster producer, and observe their oyster-farming process.
●Visit Okamoto Soy Sauce's brewery, established on Osaki Kamijima Island in the Seto Inland Sea.
●Try lemon picking at Iwasaki Farm.
●Try oyster shucking under the guidance of oyster producers.
●Enjoy a delightful seaside oyster BBQ using Kaki Komachi oysters, large oysters grown in Yasuura, Hiroshima, paired with sake from local breweries. -
Snow Activity Tour: Hunting Experience with Snow Country Hunters and a Visit to an Outdoor Hot Spring
・Depart from various locations, including Shiga Kogen, Shibu Onsen, Yudanaka Onsen, Nozawa Onsen, Madarao, Myoko, and Echigo Yuzawa.
・A bus will pick you up at your hotel.
・Join a hunter as they break down their catch (changes may occur if no animals are available).
・Learn about the history of hunting from the hunter.
・Try bear stew prepared by the locals for lunch.
・The one-day tour includes a snowshoeing experience, while the two-day tour offers skiing activities in Sakae Village.
・Experience an outdoor hot spring in the middle of winter at Kiriake Onsen, where hot springs emerge from the river bed.
・There will be a visit to a sake brewery where you can buy souvenirs. -
Mikuni Minato: A Special Community Exchange Tour
Cruise along the sea to view the port town of Mikuni Minato, followed by a stroll through town. Tour the Mikuni Matsuri float storage houses while riding on "Iino," a mobility device with built-in multilingual audio guidance, enjoy tea and traditional Japanese sweets inside historically significant buildings like the former Kishi family residence, experience Shamisen performances and Japanese culture, and learn about Mikuni Matsuri and Mikuni-bushi. Participate in a special prayer ceremony at Mikuni Shrine, which normally involves private rituals, and savor a heartfelt special dinner. End your tour with a stay at a traditional machiya (townhouse) hotel and an early morning stroll. Crab dishes will be served from November onwards. From October 7th onwards, cycling tours will be available to explore the surrounding attractions, such as Tojinbo and Oshima Island. You can choose between day-trip activities or a two-day, one-night tour.
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Experience Ukiha City's Food Culture and the Scenic Beauty of the Tsuzura Rice Terraces - Passing Down the Original Landscape to Future Generations
Experience the historic Tsuzura Rice Terraces, dating back to the Edo period, and the recently restored "Meiji no Yakata," a Meiji-period building that reopened in 2024. Immerse yourself in the lifestyle of the past while enjoying the relaxing atmosphere surrounded by nature. Savor local dishes made with local, fresh ingredients and immerse yourself in the historical landscapes. Engage in unique experiences like breakfast at a prime spot in the rice terraces, a special dinner under the starry sky of the terraces with a wine stylist, smoothie-making with fresh local fruits, and an exclusive wine salon experience at a secluded traditional house. Please visit the official website for more details.
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Enjoy the Sea, Food, and Traditional Arts of Ryukyu: Premium Plan for Exclusively Renting an Island
The premium tour on Okinawa's remote Tsuken Island offers an exclusive experience, immersing participants in Okinawa's natural beauty, gourmet food, and traditional culture. Travel from Okinawa's main island to Tsuken Island by private boat, enjoying a cruise over the crystal-clear waters and around uninhabited islands. On Tsuken Island, enjoy a course meal featuring traditional Okinawan ingredients at a private venue on the island while watching traditional Ryukyuan performances like the sanshin. The tour also includes opportunities to explore the island and participate in sanshin-playing lessons, offering a deep dive into Okinawan culture.
The tour also includes a visit to Tsuken Island's Tomaihama Beach, where guests can enjoy a stunning sunset and a night view of Okinawa's main island, creating a beautiful contrast with the ever-changing nature experienced throughout the day during the meal or cruise. Emphasizing an intimate experience, this tour is designed for small groups of up to 6 people, allowing you to enjoy a leisurely and special experience.
This exclusive, reservation-only tour provides a luxurious experience, offering exquisite dining, traditional performances, and the opportunity to immerse yourself in Okinawa's stunning natural beauty. Designed for affluent travelers and inbound tourists, this plan offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience Okinawa’s unique culture and natural beauty. -
Hakusan Buddhism Tourism: Pursuing the True Meaning of Japanese Mountain Worship
Japan is a mountainous country, with 70% of its land covered by mountains. However, only three mountains have the title of "Holy Mountain." Mt. Haku is one of them, and many historical and prominent spiritual traditions have flourished there since ancient times. The Hounou-sai (ritual festival) consists of many parts, and climbing is the main one. It offers a chance not only to climb Mt. Haku, but also to experience rituals and worship that are especially important for getting close to nature, showing respect, and experiencing “Yohaku,” a deep sense of sensitivity to nature. You can also experience authentic Noh theater performances, folk songs, sumo bow-twirling ceremonies, and traditional cuisine.
The 3-night, 4-day adventure in the Shiramine area of Hakusan City, Ishikawa Prefecture allows participants to participate in the festival to climb Mt. Haku, one of the Three Holy Mountains of Japan (Mt. Fuji, Mt. Haku, and Mt. Tate).
They can also learn about traditional practices, animism, and Shinto through various cultural experiences. Other wonderful experiences are available, such as traditional meals and folk song performances. -
Soil and Fire: International Exchange
Tailored for affluent visitors, this experience offers a new Mino ware painting experience at Kobei Kiln, awarded two stars by the Michelin Green Guide. This is followed by a private evening entry to the “International Ceramics Festival Mino '24” held at Ceramics Park MINO, a private dinner curated by two-star Michelin restaurant “Yanagiya,” and a premium tea ceremony at “Kenshu-an,” designed by world-renowned international architect Arata Isozaki, winner of the Pritzker Prize -- the Nobel Prize of the architectural world. Guests will enjoy tea using utensils made by prominent artists, including Living National Treasure Kozo Kato.