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“Godzilla Minus One” on-Site Tour!
Experience the Amphibious Bus One-Day Excursion
Lake Kasumiaura Water Operation- Have a cinematic experience with a bus tour at the former Kashima Naval Air Station site (Oyama Lakeside Park) in Ibaraki Prefecture, where the blockbuster movie Godzilla Minus One was shot.
- Enjoy an immersive experience of the Shinden fighter plane.
- Go on a sightseeing tour of Lake Kasumigaura on a Godzilla-themed amphibious bus that starts its journey on land.
After a 15-minute tour of Lake Kasumigaura, there will be hands-on activities, a panel exhibition, and other experiences that will bring you into the world of the movie.
- No need to bring a car, because the tour starts and ends at JR Tsuchiura Station.
- The tours will typically have English interpretation.
- Tour pamphlets are available in English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean, Thai, and Vietnamese, making it easy to find key information and points of note even when an interpreter is not available. -
Art Tourism Hyogo: One-Day Tour of Famous Architecture and Art from Kobe to Ashiya
The highlight of this tour is a private guided visit to KH Gallery Ashiya, the former private residence and gallery of Hiroko Koshino, a world-renowned fashion designer. The residence was designed by the acclaimed architect Tadao Ando. As such, this space is a unique collaboration between two of Japan's leading artists.
Visit the Takenaka Carpentry Tools Museum, the only museum in Japan specializing in carpentry tools, and experience firsthand the craftsmanship of Japanese carpenters. Walk down Kobe Museum Road and see the lines of sculptures by famous Japanese artists, and visit the Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art, one of the largest Tadao Ando buildings in western Japan. A local host with a deep knowledge of art, architecture, and the culture of Hyogo Prefecture will serve as your tour guide.
Since Kobe cuisine includes food from both mountain and sea, you are sure to enjoy the region's culinary culture at the specially-prepared dinner at KOBE KITANO TERRASSE, a restaurant with a spectacular view of the city of Kobe. Your meal will feature French cuisine using ingredients related to Hyogo Prefecture.
Quench your thirst for knowledge through the art, culture, nature, and architecture of Hyogo Prefecture.
An English interpreter will be on hand at all times to assist. All tours are conducted by private tour cars. -
First Rocket Public Viewing of the Launch Site! Enjoy Southern Wakayama Prefecture and Feel the awesome power of the rocket launch with your closest seats to the launch.
This tour combines new with old, with the latest in rocket technology and the unique heritage sites of the Kii Peninsula and Kumano.
That’s even more things to do and enjoy your experiences longer in southern Wakayama Prefecture!
(1) Premier seating for the rocket launch
The rocket, KAIROS, will be launching from the first private launch site. You will watch the rocket that is attracting worldwide attention and was mentioned by Elon Musk from the special viewing seats that are not part of the official viewing area.
Four viewing locations are available:
- From the sea on a chartered cruise
- From a private hot spring room for two
- From the World Heritage Kumano Kodo trail
- At close range to experience the full sound and power of the rocket launch
(2) Optional tours to make the most of local World and cultural heritage sites before and after the launch
Enjoy a dinner prepared by a Michelin-starred restaurant chef, participate in a party to eat “gibier” cuisine at a place of natural monuments, attend a special temple opening with a fire ritual held by the abbot of a World Heritage temple, or create and launch your very own original rocket.
Video interpreting systems will be available in conjunction with English, Mandarin, and Cantonese interpreter-guides to provide services in a maximum of 13 languages.
(3) Special tour behind the scenes of the launch site
During non-launch periods, visitors can tour the restricted first private launch site and see a rocket-related exhibition before it opens to the public with an expert guided tour. -
DIY Study Tour: Renovate a Genuine Old Folk Residence Passing on the Japanese Way of Life
This is a special tour of a traditional thatched folk house not usually accessible to visitors and built with multiple traditional Japanese techniques.
It is a chance to experience local activities, architecture, and home renovation techniques.
You can even try your hand at renovating the house yourself under the instruction of artisans, trained in the traditional skills of this community.
Hidetsugu Matogawa will be your thatching expert. Hidetsugu learned from local thatching artisans and performs thatched roof refurbishments throughout Japan.
Hajime Wilds will be your woodworker and carpenter. Hajime is well-versed in local traditional techniques, and he also studied design and woodworking in his father's hometown in the USA. He practices new spatial designs that blend traditional techniques.
Finally, Kyle Holzhueter will be your plasterer. Kyle holds a doctorate in natural materials research and gives workshops throughout Japan as a plasterer and builder.
This workshop in a thatched folk house helps to pass on living culture through the use of traditional tools. You will also be provided with a meal of shijimi soup, a traditional food of the region.
Immerse yourself in the beautiful morning scenery of Lake Shinji, then board a fishing boat to try your hand at clam fishing to get a feel for local efforts to protect fishery resources.
Each part of the trip will be guided by an experienced professional interpreter.
Private cabs are also available for transportation from your accommodation. -
Osaka Great Sky Art Fireworks: A Spectacular Fireworks Event Synchronized to Music
Excellent and easy access. Osaka Art Fireworks is a huge fireworks event that can accommodate 20,000 people. There are four special experiences to accompany the fireworks.
Cruiser Fireworks Viewing Plan / Limited to 100 people
View the fireworks from a yacht. Limited to 10 to 20 people per vessel. Don't just watch the fireworks on land—watch from the comfort of a special vantage point on the water! This area is known for having one of the best sunsets in Japan, and watching a beautiful ocean sunset followed by fireworks by boat is a truly exceptional experience.
Japanese Cuisine x Hot Springs x Fireworks Plan / Limited to 10 groups
Enjoy a local lunch course at Fudoguchikan, a long-established traditional Japanese inn, and bathe in a hot spring with a view of autumn leaves. After lunch, head to the venue and enjoy watching the fireworks from special reserved seating. A free shuttle bus service will be running from the restaurant to the fireworks venue.
Fireworks x Stay Plan / Limited to 3 pairs
This plan allows you to view the fireworks from a guest room located within the venue, the JYUBAKO mobile house as designed by architect Kengo Kuma. Enjoy a barbecue while glamping in comfort using Japan's very own Snow Peak camping gear. After enjoying the glorious sunset, watch the fireworks from the privacy of your guest room. Includes two meals per overnight stay.
Fireworks x Pyrotechnician Commentary Plan / Limited to 100 people
A one-hour seminar by a pyrotechnician accompanied by video footage will be held at Ochi Arena near the fireworks venue. This is a great opportunity to expand your knowledge of Japanese fireworks traditions before watching the fireworks. English translations are available. A souvenir senshu towel from Osaka's Senshu region, renowned for nearly 130 years of making craft Japanese towels, is included. -
Karate Tourism: The 52nd Japan Cup Karate-do Championships Premium Tour / Rising Sun Karate Spectacle
The 52nd Japan Cup Karate-do Championships Premium Tour!
The tour includes exclusive seats at the 52nd Japan Cup Karate-do Championships to be held at the Nippon Budokan on December 8, 2024, for an unprecedented and special experience. These seats will allow spectators to watch from a location normally only accessible to staff and affiliates of the tournament. The premium tour will allow participants to observe the athletes' warm-up routine, which is not open to the public, and take a commemorative photo with the winner's cups (the emperor’s cup and the empress’s cup).
Rising Sun Karate Spectacle
In January, 2025, a new karate demonstration event will be held at the Kyoto Budo Center (formerly known as Butokuden), the oldest martial arts demonstration hall in Japan. This event will feature kata, a designated series of defensive and offensive karate movements, demonstrated by first class karate players.
During the event, there will also be a hands-on tour for visitors interested in karate and Japanese martial arts. The tour is a one-day experience that includes training under the guidance of actual karate players, a karate workshop, and trying out Japanese swords, and other elements of Japanese culture.
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Snowtable: An Exclusive Lunch and Cultural Experience at a Restaurant Made of Snow!
Spend a special day in the magnificent natural setting of Hokkaido. Asyatt. presents a the ultimate winter experience: Enjoy a private lunch on a specially-built "Snowtable" in a vast snowy field, with a beautiful view of Mount Yotei in the back.
Built over a three-day period by hand, the Snowtable is beautifully designed by professional landscapers taking into account the local climate and natural surroundings. Guests will enjoy a lunch prepared by a famous chef, using fresh Hokkaido ingredients and authentic culinary methods.
In addition, guests will be able to enjoy the ultimate fresh powder snow adventure, on a luxury snowmobile as a part of this experience. The program also includes cultural experiences unique to Hokkaido and Japan, such as Zen meditation with a monk in the wilderness, Ainu folk dance performance, and igloo-building. As a parting gift, guests will receive a video and photos taken by drone during the experience.
This special winter program by Asyatt. promises a luxurious experience that will allow participants to truly appreciate the nature, culture, and gastronomy of Hokkaido. It will be an unforgettable experience amidst the world-class powder snow of Niseko and spectacular views of Mount Yotei.
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Find Your Oasis in Minakami Japan's Adventure Capital
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and discover the tranquility of Minakami, nestled between two national parks and home to over 20 thrilling outdoor adventures. Whether you're seeking adrenaline-pumping thrills or a peaceful retreat in nature, Minakami offers the perfect oasis for your next Japan adventure.
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Black Pine Restaurant and Sightseeing Train
Board the Kyoto Tango Railway Kuro-Matsu (Black Pine) restaurant train and make your journey by rail while taking in the spectacular views from the windows, as well as enjoy a meal prepared by a top chef with plenty of local ingredients.
You can choose from three different courses (lunch course, dessert course, etc.) that differ depending on the time of year, and purchase limited-edition gifts and souvenirs on the train.
The train will stop at Nagu Kaigan in Tango-Amanohashidate-Oeyama Quasi-National Park so that passengers can take in the spectacular view, and will travel slowly along the Yura River Bridge—a famed photography spot—to give passengers the magical sensation of traveling over the sea.
Enjoy sightseeing in Amanohashidate, one of the three most scenic spots in Japan, together with this journey by rail. -
Joetsu's World-Class Nighttime Economy
This event will be held at the Kobayashi Kokei Residence, a designated National Important Cultural Property. The parlor will open its doors to 20 guests per night for an exclusive Japanese meal using locally produced ingredients. Drinks will include Japanese sake and Yukimuro wine, a highly sought-after rarity. The garden will be artfully illuminated, and guests can enjoy their meal while listening to live music performed by an orchestra from Joetsu City. This is a fun, content-packed experience for visitors to Japan.