- Nasushiobara - -Annual Solemn Buddhist Festival
8:00, for those arriving by train, we will pick you up at JR Nasu Shiobara Station.
“Shiobara Onsen Kawasaki Daishi Yakuyoke Fudo Son Nensai”
Adorned in splendid robes, monks and pilgrims alike will lead the procession to our destination, ascending the mountainside. Upon arrival, you’ll find yourself in a world far removed from the mundane.
As The sacred ceremony begins,you’ll witness and partake in fascinating traditional rituals, including prayers and the burning of Goma wood.
- Nasushiobara - -Lunch at a Traditional Japanese Restaurant
Enjoy lunch at a traditional soba noodle restaurant, where elegance meets taste. Savor the healthy and refreshing taste of tempura soba, made with 100% locally sourced, nutrient-rich vegetables. It’s a dining experience that not only nourishes the body but also enriches the spirit.
We do not accommodate vegan or halal options.
- Nasushiobara - -Mikaeri no Taki (Mikaeri falls)
After lunch, we’ll visit one of Nasu Shiobara’s highlights – its waterfalls, a marvel in an area boasting over 100 cascades. Crossing the suspension bridge offers a breathtaking view, so captivating that it earned the name ‘Mikaburi Waterfall,’ meaning ‘the waterfall you’ll look back at again and again.’ This spot is also renowned for activities such as kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding.
- Nasushiobara - -Miyouunn-ji temple
During the Heian period, the Taira clan reached the height of its prosperity. However, as times changed, they lost in battle and many members of the Taira family fled from Kyoto to the provinces. Among them was the aunt of Taira no Shigemori, Unzen-ni, who escaped to this area and built a hermitage. This temple, which has a history of over 800 years, stands as a testament to those times.
- Nasushiobara - -Summer house of Aoki Shuzo・Meiji no Mori
Stepping into a scene straight from a storybook, you’ll discover the enchanting German-style summer house of Aoki Shuzo, a key figure in the Meiji government, built nearly 200 years ago.
This April, the local souvenir shop “Meiji no Mori Michi-no-Eki” was renewed, offering unique souvenirs found nowhere else, along with fresh vegetables and fruits.
Designed for Westerners with a keen interest in Japanese culture, this tour promises a deep dive into the historical and the whimsical, offering insights and experiences to satisfy the curious mind.
- Lunch
- Landing and/or facility fees
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- alcoholic beverages, chips
◆This is very special tour to experience an annual grand Buddhist ceremony in the breathtaking nature of Nasushiobara. This historical event, where tradition, culture, and nature merge, features monks in dazzling attire performing captivating rituals. It’s an unmissable spectacle full of unforgettable highlights!
◆Photo Session with “Kansu,” the Head Priest. Kansu is a very high-ranking monk, making it rare to meet or speak with him. While it may be an exaggeration to compare him to the Pope, he holds a similarly esteemed position.
◆3 amazing ladies will ensure you have a fabulous trip. Your main guide is Ann-chan, a local with experience to 30 countries. She will be joined by Kumiko, interpreter guide active in Tokyo, and Mito, who is fluent in English.
◆Shiobara, where this event takes place, is located within Nikko National Park. It takes as little as 55 min to Nikko station by train. Therefore, we strongly recommend planning to visit Nikko around the same time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
