Experiences

The Kii Peninsula encompasses several regions: Wakayama, Nara, and the Southern part of Mie, and is considered both the place where Japan began as a nation, and the land from which its spirituality developed. Nature worship, Shintoism, and Buddhism are all found here, and even combined to create a profound syncretic set of beliefs and practices. It is both the origins and, for many, the heart of sacred Japan.

🕒 8Days
👭　From 2 person～
What makes this tour unique

✓ Learn about the Japanese spirituality of coexisting with nature and human.
✓ Interact with local community and artisan.

📋 Details

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🕒 Approx. 3.5 hours
👭　2-5 person
What makes this tour unique

✓ Private tour with knowledgeable local guide
✓ Learn Chasen-making (Tea whisk), and interaction with Craftsperson
✓ Try to whisk matcha (green tea) with whisk

📋 Details
▶Takayama Chasen (90 mints)
Takayama is a major production area for chasen, or tea whisks, accounting for 90% of the nationwide market share. Observe the masterful techniques that have been handed down from generation to generation right before your very eyes.

🕒 Approx. 7 hours
👭　2-7 person
What makes this tour unique
✓ Learn Chasen-making (Tea whisk), and interaction with Craftsperson
✓ Private Tea Experience at Jikoin Temple
✓ Shojinryori lunch at Jikoin temple

📋 Details
▶Takayama Chasen
Takayama is a major production area for chasen, or tea whisks, accounting for 90% of the nationwide market share. Observe the masterful techniques that have been handed down from generation to generation right before your very eyes

▶Lunch
We will offer you to a “Shojinryori” that is japanese vegetarian meal traditionally eaten among monk.
*Lunch can be arranged to suit your preference.

▶Private tea ceremony at Jikoin temple
You will receive a tea ceremony experience performed by the wife of the head priest at Jiko-in. The temple is rare in that its entire grounds have been designed to be tea rooms. You will also receive guidance from the head priest on the history of the temple, providing you with an opportunity to touch on the origin of the tea ceremony.

Shigisan Chogosonshi-ji Temple is located in a gorgeous location on Mt. Shigi, surrounded by nature and isolated from the busy city life below. It is dedicated to the deity of victory, Bishamonten. Japanese people travel here from all over the nation to pray for their personal dreams or business-related success.

Shukubo offers the opportunity to experience the traditional temple culture. Participate in rituals, try your hand at calligraphy and meditation, and enjoy a vegetarian dinner known as shojin ryori. Immerse yourself in the experience of training alongside the monks.

Be a Witness monks perform sacred rituals for the people, and enjoy the temple’s nostalgic feel at night with a breathtaking view over the Nara Basin.
Just 18 hours stay in temple but you can dive into the hart of Japanese culture!

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Overnight Shukubo Experience at Mt. Shigi

The Yoshino forestry, which is considered a model for forestry in Japan, has a history of 500 years. 

This tour will take you to some mountains, where you will meet and talk with the
mountain foresters, carpenters, and woodworkers. You will be guided by the architects
specialized in traditional construction methods, which link the craftspeople with their
mountain communities. In talking with them, you will learn the story of wood that travels
500 years in people’s lives.

🕒 Approx. 7.5 hours
👭　2-7 person
What makes this tour unique
✓  Unearth the roots of sumo, a sport steeped in legend and revered as a pillar of Japanese heritage.
✓ Have a bout with sumo trainee
✓ Have a lunch with former sumo wrestler
📋 Overview
Did you know about the historical connection between Nara and sumo?
This tour is packed with unique opportunity such as a hands-on experience of sumo and interactive communication with former sumo wrestler!
Embark on a pilgrimage to Nara, where the echoes of the past reverberate through time, and discover the profound significance of sumo in shaping the cultural fabric of Japan.

▶Suggested itinerary
09:00 Meet up with English guide In front of the Gyoki Bosatsu statue.
09:15 Arrive at Nara Deer Park
-Nara Deer Park sightseeing
-Todaiji-temple
13:00 Chanko-nabe lunch at local restaurant with former Sumo wrestler(1H)
14:30 Kehayaza Sumo Experience (1H)
-Demonstration of Jinku, a Sumo-themed song
-Rules of Sumo, a referee, a caller and a Sumo bout.
-Demonstration of Sumo training
-Have a bout with Sumo trainee!
16:30 Back to Kintetsu/JR Nara station.

Attention : Individuals with the following pre-existing conditions are advised against participating in sumo wrestling matches with amateur sumo wrestlers: Those with heart conditions Those with high blood pressure Others who, according to a doctor’s diagnosis, have restrictions on physical activity.

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Nara Deer Park and Sumo Experience Tour