Take a limited express train from Osaka to Eiheiji Temple in Fukui Prefecture. This is a Zen temple that was established more than 770 years ago, and many monks still train here. As you step into the temple, you will be struck by the dignified air and the large cedars surrounding it. Guided by a Zen concierge, you will experience a full course of Zen meditation, sutra copying, and vegetarian cuisine. it is a day for calm contemplation and meditation to achieve inner peace.
Wake up before sunrise, and unify your spirit at the "Morning Service," where you will read sutras with monks. After the morning service, go to the shore of Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan and join a walking tour led by a local guide. You will visit a former inn town with its elegant streets and wood crafts. In the evening, check into a glamping facility. After dinner, unwind at the on-site bar or on the deck.
Get active in the morning with a private canoe until you check out. After enjoying the area with stops at Hikone Castle and the water village of Omi Hachiman, move west along Lake Biwa to Otsu. Upon arrival, take a tour of the local shopping district. While walking around the city, you will have dinner at a local restaurant introduced by the concierge. Experience living like a local on this trip!
Visit Mt. Hiei, a mountain that has long been considered an object of worship and revered as a god. Take a local train to Sakamoto Hieizanguchi, visit the solemn Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine, and then take the cable car for a panoramic view of Lake Biwa with its brilliant autumn colors. Of course, the autumn leaves on Mt. Hiei are also breathtaking. Take the cable car and a local train to Kyoto. At night, explore the streets of Kyoto.
On the last day, go sightseeing in Kyoto. Take advantage of guided tours to deepen your knowledge. We especially recommend the guided tour of Nijo Castle, a World Heritage Site. The tour will take you to areas that are not open to the public, making it much more enjoyable than a regular sightseeing tour. If you have time, you can also visit the Kyoto Imperial Palace, the former residence of the emperor, which is accessible on foot.
Dress up in traditional costumes and reminisce about the past on the Kumano Kodo, a World Heritage Site pilgrimage trail, where Japan's most sacred shrines and temples are located.
Enjoy "Kyoto by the Sea", vast sand dunes and the breathtaking scenery of nature to the fullest! You can also savour Japanese gourmet meal such as Wagyu beef.
Cycling along the sea & driving with the refreshing breeze blowing... and don't miss the local cuisine! A magnificent road trip for families.
Cross-cultural interaction with Maiko and visit world heritage castles and temples - a must for the bucket list.
Experience the unexplored lifestyle that has lasted for 1000 years. Traditional dances and a relaxing trip in nature.
Enjoy everything from cycling to maritime activities around the islands. Don't miss the shrines floating on the sea!
The Seto Inland Sea in autumn is a treasure trove of photogenic spots! Take a photogenic trip surrounded by art and amazing scenery!
Easy travel on the Shinkansen! Visit World Heritage Sites, explore port towns, and enjoy some autumn leaves viewing! Classic travel course starting from Kobe.
Check out the seasonal bounty of Seto Inland Sea! Hand-made udon noodles, straw-roasted bonito, and other local delicacies!
Enjoy trekking through the primeval forest and diving in the sea! The World Heritage Site, Yakushima, where you can enjoy both the sea and the mountains
Panoramic view in the meadow & wild dolphin watching. A magnificent nature trip with your family.
Worship at the Three Great Inari-jinja Shrines of Japan & Make Pottery! Indulge in traditional cuisine, experience a tatami room and meet a geisha.
Spectacular views of nature and craft of glass-making, summed up with a fish market visit - famous for blowfish.
Experience Noh - cherished and preserved by the Japanese. Enjoy tea ceremony at a samurai residence, and immerse yourself deeply into Japan
An out-of-the-world luxurious trip. Relish dolphin-watching cruises and exclusive resorts.
Soak up in the Japanese spirit through this trip by experiencing samurai, making traditional crafts, and visiting Japanese-style gardens
Cherry blossom viewing and local farmhouse stay. Soothe your soul in the tranquility of Japan's nature.
Discover the mysteries of Japan through practicing Yamabushi (asceticism) and visiting unexplored hot spring towns
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