….. 1. Ohara Countryside & Sanzen-in Temple . ~120 minutes

• A serene mountain village just 40 minutes from Kyoto.

• Stroll quiet lanes, mossy gardens, and rice paddies.

• Explore Sanzen-in, a lesser-known temple wrapped in cedar forests and hydrangeas.

….. 2. Kurama Village . ~120 minutes

• Nestled in the northern mountains, Kurama is rich in myth and mountain magic.

• Walk through Kurama-dera Temple, reached by a beautiful forested path.

• Optional: take the funicular halfway up if you’re feeling relaxed.

….. 3. Lunch in Kibune . ~90 minutes

• Head downhill into Kibune, a riverside hamlet where restaurants perch over the water.

• Enjoy a seasonal meal on a kawadoko platform (over the stream) in summer.

• Warmer months: chilled noodles on bamboo slides (nagashi somen)!

….. 4. Kibune Shrine & River Walk . ~120 minutes

• Visit the tranquil Kifune Shrine, dedicated to the water gods.

• Short riverside walk to digest and breathe.

✔ Dedicated, multilingual, professional local tour guide’s time and expertise (for 8 hours), along with their personal expenses.

✔ All Entrance Fees: All entrance fees for the listed attractions are fully included in the tour, ensuring a seamless and worry-free experience for our guests.

✔ Stovenirs: A unique souvenir for each guest on the tour (see section below).

✔ Customizable Itinerary: Flexibility to tailor the tour according to your preferences and interests.

✔ Personal Support: If customers who book contact us with any questions about their Japan trip, we will respond promptly.

✖ Meal Costs: Participants are responsible for their own meals (e.g., lunch).

✖ Transportation Costs: Participants handle their own transportation costs (public or private).

Note: For those who booked the 'Luxury Wand' asset, everything mentioned above is fully covered, including private transportation.

More about the 'Luxury Wand' here.

Stovenirs = Souvenirs + Stories.

贈り物の背後には、心のこもった物語が広がっています。

(Okurimono no haigo ni wa, kokoro no komotta monogatari ga hirogatteimasu.)

Translation: "Behind every gift, there is an heartfelt story unfolding."

For direct bookings made through our website, every guest will receive a special "stovenir" during the tour—a thoughtfully chosen souvenir accompanied by a captivating story about Japan, shared by your guide.

These stovenirs are designed to enrich your experience, making your tour not just memorable but deeply meaningful.

1. Confirmation Email: You will receive a confirmation email within 24 hours of booking.

2. Resources: We will email you "Preparing for Your Japan Trip" and "Japan Secrets" digital guides to help you make the most of your experience.

3. Personalized Contact: Your guides will reach out to you three times (via email or Whatsapp):

a… 2-4 weeks before your tour.

b… again the day before your tour with them.

c… and finally at the meeting point on the day of the tour.

4. Support: We will follow up with you to ensure everything is going smoothly and offer support if any issues arise.