Hakone Shrine stands at the foot of Mount Hakone along the shores of Lake Ashi. A path leads from the torii gate in Lake Ashi up a series of steps flanked by lanterns through the forest to the main building of the shrine, which sits peacefully among the tall trees. The shrine is beautiful throughout the year, and is particularly breathtaking when shrouded in mist.
Death Valley or Owakudani is located in the mountain town of Hakone. Once the springs are reached, kuro-tamago, or black eggs, can be purchased five at a time. The eggs are ordinary chicken eggs but the shell turns black due to being boiled in the hot sulfur spring. Local tradition holds that for each black egg eaten, seven years is added to one's life.
Some 3000 years ago Mount Hakone erupted leaving the hot spring filled crater. All along the path to the egg vendor are active sulfuric geysers, which can be hazardous at times. The valley is sometimes referred to as ""The Death Valley"" by locals. On clear days either route delivers spectacular views of the ominous Mt. Fuji.
Only 2 hours from Osaka by bus, Biwako Valley is located in the number one place for snow fall in Kansai, rich in variety and snow quality. In addition to the sledging trail there is a half-pipe, a snow park well equipped with snow play items as well as a slalom trail and mogul trail so not only advanced skiers but everyone from children to senior citizens will have a great time. You can also take in a magnificent view of Lake Biwa from the mountain slopes, which supplies water to both Kyoto and Osaka prefecture.
Biwako Valley is the most well-known snow-sports resort in Shiga and for good reason. It boasts eight courses varying in length from a short 400m nursery slope to the fun ‘cruising’ 1400m Champions Course. There is one black run here with an average gradient of 17 degrees and reaching 30 degrees at its steepest point. In short, there is enough here for a skier or snowboarder of any level to enjoy.
See two Japanese national treasures in just one day with this tour to Zenko-ji Temple and the one and only Jigokudani Monkey Park in Nagano.
HIGHLIGHTS:
* Admire the magnificent main hall of to Zenko-ji Buddhist Temple
* See Japanese snow monkeys relaxing in natural hot springs
* Relax yourself in the renowned Yudanaka Onsen hot springs
From Nagano we depart to one of few remaining pilgrimage sites in Japan - Zenko-ji Temple. Founded in the 7th century, it’s one of the fine temples famous for both its vast size and history dating back 1,400 years. We enjoy lunch here before departing to the next national treasure on the itinerary.
Jigokudani Yaen-koen (monkey park) is where seeing is believing! Watch in awe as wild Japanese snow monkeys unwind in the hot springs in a place that has become internationally renowned. Take a snap of the monkeys behaving mischievously before it’s your turn to relax in the hot springs at Hotel Suimeikan. Enjoy the hot waters of the famous Yudanaka Onsen, one of Japan's most famous hot springs, complete with saunas, rooms to relax in, foot baths and abundant hot springs that continually pump out 2,200 litres of fresh water. Truly relax before we start our return journey back to Nagano.
Discover the history and religions of ancient Japan's capital of Kyoto and Nara. See Arashiyama, Todai-jiTemple & Nara Park. This tour is all about the most famous spots that a traveler should visit at least once.
Begin your excursion in the morning at "Arashiyama" a notable for its view of cherry blossoms and color of autumn leaves, the bridge "Togetsukyo" which spans across Katsura river is a central landmark and the most highly recommended spot is the Sagano Bamboo Forest! Walk a pleasantly cool 100m long walkway that begins from the side of the world heritage Tenryuji Temple. Spotted in the bamboo forest. The large "Okame-Ishi" rock is a famous power spot, and is said your wish will come true within a year if you rub the rock. Pause your tour for lunch, then board The Randen (Keifuku) Line from Arashiyama to Shijo Omiya, after than bus will pick you up at station.
Move on next to Nara Park, you’ll find Todai-ji Temple a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The main gate to Todai-ji Temple is a national treasure and the Great Buddha of Nara which commonly known as Nara-no-Daibutsu. Finish your excursion at Nara’s Deer Park, a famous section of Nara Park.
Take a stroll around the picturesque town of Fushimi at the base of Mt Inariyama and absorb the sights and tastes of this sake producing area.
HIGHLIGHTS:
* Learn about traditional sake brewing methods
* Taste three types of sake
* See the bright red vermilion torii gates of the Fushimi Inari Shrine
From the Miyako Hotel we take a short walk to hop on the Kinki Nippon Railway to Momoyamagoryo-mae Station. The area is famous for its sake brewing, so what better way to get into the spirit than by visiting the Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum, where displays show you the tools used in the traditional sake brewing process, unique to Fushimi. After learning all about the process, you get to taste three types of sake.
From Fushimi-Momoyama Station we travel to Fushimi Inari Station to see one of the most well-known and pictured shrines in Japan: Fushimi Inari Shrine. Famous for its long arcades of vibrant red vermilion torii (gates), the shrine is dedicated to the god of rice and is now visited by people in search of blessings for prosperity. Admire the must-see Senbon Torii Gate and return to Kyoto station from Fushimi-inari Station by JR.
Tokyo Disneyland is the place where all your childhood fantasies and dreams really come true. opened on April 15, 1983 and is the first Disney park to be built outside the United States. Modeled after Disneyland in California and the Magic Kingdom in Florida, Tokyo Disneyland is made up of seven themed lands and features seasonal decorations and parades.
There are seven themed areas in the park: the World Bazaar; the four classic Disney lands: Adventureland, Westernland,Fantasyland and Tomorrowland; and two mini-lands: Critter Country and Mickey's Toontown. Many of the games and rides in these areas mirror those in the original Disneyland as they are based on American Disney films and fantasies. Fantasyland includes Peter Pan's Flight, Snow White's Scary Adventures, Dumbo the Flying Elephant and more based on classic Disney films and characters.
Tokyo Disneyland is the place where all your childhood fantasies and dreams really come true. opened on April 15, 1983 and is the first Disney park to be built outside the United States. Modeled after Disneyland in California and the Magic Kingdom in Florida, Tokyo Disneyland is made up of seven themed lands and features seasonal decorations and parades.
There are seven themed areas in the park: the World Bazaar; the four classic Disney lands: Adventureland, Westernland,Fantasyland and Tomorrowland; and two mini-lands: Critter Country and Mickey's Toontown. Many of the games and rides in these areas mirror those in the original Disneyland as they are based on American Disney films and fantasies. Fantasyland includes Peter Pan's Flight, Snow White's Scary Adventures, Dumbo the Flying Elephant and more based on classic Disney films and characters
Cycle through the back lanes of Kyoto and see many neighbourhoods, shrines and streets in just one morning.
HIGHLIGHTS:
* Explore the entertainment districts of Miyagawacho and Gion
* Visit the Yasaka and Heian Jingu shrines
* Ride along the picturesque Shirakawa River
We start our tour by cycling through the streets of the Miyagawacho geisha district. The second largest entertainment district in Kyoto, Miyagawacho is unique in both atmosphere and architecture with traditional wooden merchant houses, machiya, lining its narrow streets. Continue pedaling to Ishibeu-koji Street, a stone paved street that is a hidden gem to find in the heart of Gion district. The area is principally a hanamachi, an entertainment district with maiko girls and geiko women, which retains the refinement and elegance of times gone by.
The tour then heads to the Yasaka Shrine, one of the most famous of all the shrines in Kyoto dedicated to a local deity, before making our way to Shirakawa River that runs through the Gion district. Lined by many cherry blossom and willow trees, the route along the river is picturesque and harks back to traditional Kyoto. We coast through the large Heian Jingu Shrine, built to commemorate the 1110th anniversary of the city’s foundation, before we end the tour at the cycle terminal in Kyoto Station.
Be close to nature and travel to the border between heaven and earth to experience the powerful beauty of Mt Fuji.
HIGHLIGHTS:
* Get a close-up view of Mt Fuji from the 2nd floor observatory at Fuji Visitor Centre
* Visit the 5th Station of Mt Fuji
* Stroll through the grounds of Kawaguchi Asama Shrine
From Tokyo we travel by bus for the first part of our journey to the oft pictured and perfectly shaped volcano, Mt Fuji. Once we reach the Fuji Visitor Centre, here you can learn about the volcano through displays and films, and gain views of the volcano up close from the 2nd floor observatory. Next it’s time to travel through the clouds 7,546 ft above sea level to Mt Fuji 5th Station – nicknamed the border between heaven and earth – located halfway up the mountain.
Enjoy a Japanese-style lunch before embarking on ninety minute World Heritage Site nature walk with your guide. Stroll through the Kawaguchi Asama Shrine, a type of Shinto Shrine, where you’ll encounter the seven holy cedar trees said to be 1,200 years old. Hop back on the bus to Tokyo where the tour ends at Shinjuku Express Bus Terminal.
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