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Based on the tradition, prestige,
and trust that our department
store has cultivated over theyears, we have establishedunique and trusting relationships
with some of Japan's mostprestigious hotels and inns. As aresult, we can book rooms
at some of Japan's mostprestigious accommodations, aswell as private jets, luxury
sleeper express trains, andcruise liners. We are here tohelp make your trip a precious
experience.

Isetan Mitsukoshi Group is one of the mostprestigious international department store
groups in Japan. The company is a merged
enterprise between Isetan and Mitsukoshi, thatbegan as a small kimono retailer. Mitsukoshi
was established in 1673 and Isetan in 1886.
We have more than 50 stores in countries allover the world, and all of our stores uphold our

Outside of Tokyo-FOUR SEASONS HOTEL KYOTO-Naoshima Ryokan ROKA
-Sankara Hotel & Spa Yakushima-Halekulani Okinawa
The Mitsukoshi Isetan Premium Cruiser is aluxurious and comfortable vehicle that makes
travel time fun.Large buses normally seat
about 45 people, but the Mitsukoshi Isetan
Premium Cruiser has only 10 seats. Amazingly
spacious first class seats complete the interior
space.(Crew: 2 persons; Passengers: 10
persons)

notion of hospitality, the importance of each
moment we share with our customers, andperfection in the finest of details. At Isetan
Mitsukoshi, you can discover the spirit ofJapanese culture and a uniquely Japanese way
This is a small hotel with 19 guest rooms thatfloats on the Seto Inland Sea. With a dining
room based on the concept of "what you
want, as much as you want", a sushi bar witha view of the sea, a lounge where Japanese
confectionary is made right in front of you,and a bathing area with a cypress bathtub
and sauna, this vessel has plenty of spaces
where you can spend your time as you
please.

of life.

And more...

Special Arrangements-Watch fireworks from special reserved seats-Special Charter temples and shrines (Kiyomizu-dera
Temple, Nijo Castle)

Activities & Tickets-Rickshaw in Tokyo & Kyoto-Private sushi-making work shop of Tsukiji Fishmarket-Tea ceremony at a tea master’s private residence in
Kyoto-Private Taiko Drum experience-Kabuki-NohTransport-Premium Cruiser (motor coach)-Private car-Private jet[Seat reservation]-Shinkansen-Cruise within Japan

Restaurants-Table bookings can be made at high-end, popular
restaurants throughout Japan, including hard-toreserve places

Freely plan your own comfortable
and speedy flight. Private Jet
allows you to plan your flight theway you want it. We promise a
comfortable flight with a relaxedand spacious cabin and thehighest level of safety. Aircraft:
Citation Sovereign C680 (Crew:
3 persons/captain, co-pilot, and
CA;Passengers:8 persons)Mitsukoshi Isetan Nikko Travel, Ltd.
Mitsukoshi SD Bldg., 8F, 1-2-4, Nihombashi
Muromachi,Chuo-ku,Tokyo 103-0022, Japan
Contact:journey@min-travel.co.jp
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If every journey is special, how can we describe
this train trip? The train does not just run
through this landscape. It stops occasionally for
you to experience and feel this nature. We offer
you the ultimate railroad journey that you havenever experienced before, experiencing thebrilliance of each of the seven prefectures of
Kyushu and the smiles and warmth of thepeople who live here. A unique, once-in-alifetime story that is fresh and meaningful every
time you visit Kyushu awaits you. Seven Stars
takes your dreams on a journey with you.
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As the summer heat wanes and thechill of winter begins to set in,Japan's dense forests begin turninghues of vivid orange, yellow, andred. Traditional gardens and parks
showcase these autumn colors andattract crowds of visitors eager to
see the changing leaves.

After overcoming the long, closed-in
winter, the long-awaited springarrives. Cherry blossoms bloom
beautifully, as if to express thehearts of the people, and seeing theblossoms brings an even stronger
feeling that spring has come.

FuranoOtaru

Sapporo

New Chitose airport

NisekoToyakoSeasonal Food

Aomori
Hirosaki
Seasonal Food

Sendai
Niigata

Japan has four seasons: spring, summer, autumn, and winter, each of which is colored by natural scenery that can be enjoyed.
There are various vegetables, fruits, and seafood that are available depending on the season.
We hope that you will experience the charm of Japan's four seasons and enjoy your trip and leisure time.

ToyamaKanazawa
Fukui

Tokyo

Narita International Airport
Tokyo International Airport

NagoyaKyoto
Naoshima
Hiroshima
Takamatsu
FukuokaSnow is rare in most of Japan's
metropolitan areas, but themountains and northern regions arecovered in snow, making it a populartime of year for bathing at hot
springs. In addition, in the Hokuriku
region, the fishing ban on the snow
crabs that are raised in the roughwaves of the Sea of Japan is lifted,
and people gather to eat dishes thatare painstakingly prepared by chefs
who are proud of their skills.

Osaka

Chubu Centrair International Airport
Nara
Kansai International Airport
KoyasanMatsuyama

Kagoshima

There are many traditional summer
events in Japan, such as festivals,
Bon Odori, and fireworks displays.
In fact, many of them are said to be
influenced by Kyoto's "GionFestival," which is one of thefestivals most representative ofJapan. The origin of the Gion
Festival is to pray for good health.

Seasonal Food

Naha Airport
Aomori Tourism & Convention Association

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Seasonal FoodTokyoTokyo is the best place to start your visit. The city not only has a tremendous amount of fascinating locations
and a reputation for its uniqueness, the national transport network extends from Tokyo in all directions.
Let us introduce an example of a 5-day trip that takes in the highlights of the Kanto area.

Nikko

KaruizawaTokyo
Mt.Fuji
HakoneTokyo
NaritaTokyo
HanedaWondering
what to do in Tokyo?

Brightly shining office towers and Tokyo
Skytree. Tokyo, Japan’s largest city, is known for
its beautiful night skyline. As the cityscapechanges and evolves, it charms visitors with an
appearance that is different from during the day.

AKASAKA PALACE
Tour the interior of this splendid
building, which has been designatedas a national treasure and welcomes
VIP guests from around the world.

SHINJUKU

NIKKO

NIKKO

KARUIZAWA

The express train Spacia Kinugawa will takeyou from Shinjuku to the Nikko area within 2hours. Yuba (tofu skin) is a local delicacy thatis recommended for lunch. After lunch, enjoy
standup paddleboarding on Lake Chuzenji.

Exploring KARUIZAWAKARUIZAWAODAWARA-HAKONE

HAKONETOKYO

Take a segway tour at Lake Ashi, with its viewof Mt. Fuji. Then enjoy the view from above
while riding a cable car. Formed by theeruption of three volcanoes, Owakudani’s
unique landscape and billowing smoke is ahighlight. The Romancecar train will take you
directly to Shinjuku.

Karuizawa, surrounded by mountains, isJapan’s premier summer resort. You will befree to explore the town all day. There aremany ways to enjoy Karuizawa, including
encountering wild animals on a nature tour ortrek, touring the stone church, or enjoy sweet
treats while you walk along Ginza Avenue. Be
sure not to miss the starry sky at night.

YAYOI KUSAMA MUSEUMThis private museum was establishedby avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama. It
seeks to spread the artist's message
of world peace and love for humanity.
※Individualbookingsmustbemadefromthe
museum’swebsite.

Visit the mystical Nikko Tosho-gu first thing in
the morning, then enjoy the drive to Nagano
in a chartered vehicle. Along the way, you canenjoy Sano ramen for lunch and experience
painting a Daruma doll at the renown
Syorinzan Darumaji Temple.

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Take two bullet trains to Kanagawa and enjoy
Odawara’s famous kabayaki eel. In theafternoon, tour Odawara Castle, which wasbuilt in the 15th century. Then explore thenearby Hakone hot spring town or enjoy some
shopping before retiring to your hotel.

Fufu Nikko

Fujiya Hotel

Nikko Tosho-gu and other world heritage sites
are within walking distance and there isabundant nature and a sacred atmosphere.
Each room has a hot spring bath, which isrecommended for first-time hot spring visitors.

This classic hotel was built in Hakone in 1878 as
Japan’s first authentic resort hotel. It has
overcome many natural disasters and othercalamities, and is now carefully preserved as aregistered tangible cultural property.

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SUMO training
Watching the Grand Sumo Tournamentis a powerful experience, but why not
visit a sumo stable to view a training
session and feel the power from a muchcloser distance than at a tournament?

Hokkaido
Asahikawa
AirportHokkaido’s expansive land accounts for 20% of Japan’s total area.Whether it is nature that is untouched byhumans, abundant gourmet food or its hot springs, you will be charmed by its attractions. Let us introduce an
example of a 5-day trip that takes in the highlights of Hokkaido.

FuranoOtaru
Sapporo

New Chitose
AirportNisekoShiraoi

Wondering
what to do in Hokkaido?

Lavender fields are a notable landscape of
Hokkaido in summer. Expansive fields of flowers
spread across the land like carpet. The flowers
swaying like waves when the wind blows is arefreshing sight.

Asahikawa airport

FURANO and BIEISAPPOROOTARU

Asahikawa airport is about a 90-minute flightfrom Haneda. Upon arrival you will move to
Furano, famous for its lavender. Please enjoy
walking through the lavender fields which can
only be seen during summer.Biei, a "hill town"
near Furano, is also a place where you canrefresh yourself in a place rich in nature.

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New Chitose Airport

Seafood
Hokkaido, an island surround by sea,
has one of Japan’s largest fishingindustries. The firm texture due to
growing in cold seas is one of thereasons why Hokkaido’s fish taste sogood. There is also an abundance ofvariety, including salmon, salmon roe,crabs and scallops.

Enjoy rafting in Niseko, a location which has
gained a lot of attention internationally inrecent years.The greatest attraction of thisactivity is being able to fully experience thenature of Niseko with all of your senses.Aftert h a t y o u w i l l t r a v e l t o To y a k o t o v i e w
fireworks.

Sapporo is the capital of Hokkaido Prefecture.
After viewing modern art in Moerenuma Park,
you will visit the Sapporo Beer Museum,Japan’s oldest brewing company, where you
can also enjoy beer tasting.

Hokkaido is a fantastic place forramen lovers.The locals’ love to eat
ramen, especially to warm themselves
during cold winters,has developed intoa great ramen culture. Recently there
is also ramen that caters to vegans.

The "National Ainu Museum" is one of the
facilities of Upopoy. It is Japan’s northernmost
national museum and the first one dedicatedto the history and culture of the indigenous
Ainu people.

In the morning you will cruise the Otaru
Canal. This enjoyable journey lasts about 40
minutes.Lunch is free time, so you can try
seafood or ramen at one of the nearby
restaurants. In the afternoon is a tour of the
Nikka Whisky distillery, which has been
designated as a national Important Cultural
Property.

Recommended
HotelsSHIRAOI

Ramen

Furano Resort ORIKA

Raku Suisan

We will entertain you with creative cuisine that
pursues local production for local consumption,
along with the dynamic scenery unique to Orika,
where you can overlook the tranquil scenery offields and the majestic Tokachidake mountain range.

With only 18 guest rooms, we offer you arelaxing time in a quiet space away fromeveryday life. Enjoy the spectacular view of Mt.
Yotei from the hot spring baths that are in all
guest rooms.

Dairy products

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D ai r y pr od uct s ar e al so one of
Hokkaido's specialties.Soft serve ice
cream is loved by both adults andchildren. At the lavender f ields in
Furano, you can eat lavender-flavoredsoft-serve ice cream. It's very famous,
so please try it.

KyotoKyoto is Japan’s best known tourist location, with more than 2000 temples andshrines, many gardens, the Imperial Palaces, traditional wooden houses and17 World Heritage Sites. From the relocation of the capital to Heian-kyo in 794
until 1868, the city flourished as the capital of Japan for more than a thousand
years. Let us introduce an example of a 5-day trip around Kyoto, Nara andKoyasan.

Kyoto

Nara
Kansai International Airport

KoyasanGion to Higashiyama area offer picturesquescenery whichever way you turn. Hanamikoji with
its rows of teahouses, Gion Shirakawa with its
b e a u t i f u l w i l l o w s a l o n g t h e r i v e r, a n d
Nichinenzaka to Sannenzaka, the busy northern
approach to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, all havestone-paved walkways that are full of Kyoto’s
atmosphere.

KOYASAN

NARA

KYOTO

This is the most sacred place for Japanese
Buddhism, which was founded by Kobo
Daishi, the great saint who was born in Japan
at the beginning of the Heian period. In 2020,
the 1200th anniversary of the founding of thetemple, the world-renowned Japanese painterHiroshi Senju dedicated the screen paintings"Waterfall" and "Cliffs" to Kongobu-ji Temple
in order to celebrate the culmination of the
auspicious year.

KYOTO

We will visit "Ikkyu-ji", a famous for its blue
maple trees. The Hojo garden is a place ofscenic beauty, with a beautiful combination ofgreen moss and natural stones. Matcha(powdered green tea) can be enjoyed in the
Korori (the back room of the temple).

Asagayu (morning rice porridge) was bornfrom the spirit of hospitality gentlemen of
Kyoto, who after spending the night out in theGion neighborhood, would escort a Geikothrough Maruyama Park and arrive at therestaurant early in the morning. Eating thestrongly seasoned hot porridge when theweather is hot spread by word of mouth, andfrom the beginning of the Meiji era it began to
be served as a regular menu item, and now it
has become a coveted breakfast that thepeople of Kyoto love to eat.

During the Nara period, Yakushiji Temple wasprotected by the Imperial Court as one of theSeven Great Temples of the Southern Capitalalong with Todaiji Temple and Horyuji Temple.
The Yakushi Sanzon statue, which is theprincipal object of worship, is a Buddha thatcures illnesses, and worshipers from all overthe country come to pray for physical andmental health.

Wondering
what to do in Kansai ?

KYOTO
Kyoto, known as the thousand-year capital, ishome to many traditional handicrafts. Kyo-nui
embroidery on Nishijin-ori fabric and Kyoh y o g u f r a m e . Yo u w i l l b e g u i d e d t o aworkshops where you can observe up close
the handiwork of craftsmen who haveinherited their techniques from Japaneseculture and pass them on in accordance withthe times as virtues communicated to the
future.

Koyasan - Ajikan
At Kongobuji Temple, the head templeof the Shingon sect, visitors canexperience "Ajikan" at the Ajikan Dojo(closed to the public), which is locatedin one of the largest stone gardens inJapan.Ajikan is a breathing andmeditation technique in the Shingon
sect of Buddhism.In the pure spiritual
atmosphere of Koyasan, you canmeditate in peace and quiet, andspend some time away from yourbusy daily life.

Lacquer painting experience

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Tsukihitei, Kasuga-Okuyama, Nara

ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

A ryokan inn that serves meals and is locatedwithin the Mt. Kasuga Primeval Forest, which
has long been protected within the grounds ofthe Kasugataisha Shrine, and is also registeredas a World Heritage Site.

Situated in a historic resort area along thetranquil foothills of the Takagamine mountains in
Kyoto, ROKU KYOTO offers unforgettable
experiences and a luxurious, relaxing escapewhere guests can dive into Kyoto’s deep
reservoir of history, culture, and beauty.

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Kyoto lacquerware, an indispensable
part of Japan's unique culture that has
been refined through manners andetiquette, is tableware with a history of
more than 1,200 years and came toalso be known as “Japan” overseas.
Enjoy experiencing lacquer painting at
the lacquerware specialty store"Shikkino Asobe", which was foundedin 1807.

Hokuriku
The Hokuriku region is located on the Sea of Japan side of Honshu, about 2.5 hours by bullet train from Tokyoand about 90 minutes by limited express train from Kyoto. Far away from the metropolis, Fukui, Ishikawa, andToyama prefectures have a lot of untouched nature, history, tradition, culture, hot springs, and fresh foods.

TakaokaKanazawa
Gasshonoyado
syoshichi

Komatsu

Yamashiro onsen
Awaya Onsen

Tateyama, which looks beautiful when covered
with unmelted snow, is one of the scenic spotsthat is representative of the Hokuriku region.
Because there is a lot of rainfall in the Hokuriku
region and the mountains are close to the sea,
melted snow and rainwater rich in nutrients fromthe mountain soil flows through rivers to thesea. This results in a large population of small
fish that are the food source for larger fish,
creating an environment where it is easyd e l i c i o u s s e a f o o d t o g r o w. E a c h y e a r i n
November, the fishing season begins for snow
crab, which is known as the "Hokuriku winterking".

Must-see traditional
crafts, symbols of theluxurious culture

Toyama: Inami Wood Carving
Hot springs
Sea of Japan coast between Fukui and Ishikawa prefectures

Awara Onsen, Mikuni Onsen, Yamashiro
Onsen, Yamanaka Onsen, Tatsunokuchi
Onsen Hot springs are concentrated along
the Sea of Japan coast of the Hokuriku
region. Among them are Awara Onsen,
Yamanaka Onsen, which was visited by
Matsuo Basho, a haiku poet in the Edo
period, and Yamashiro Onsen, one of the best
hot springs in Hokuriku, and each of the areas
have many luxurious ryokan inns, most ofwhich serve crab kaiseki meals during winter.

Noguchi Naohiko Sake Institute,Ishikawa

Kanazawa sushi, Ishikawa

We will visit the Noguchi Naohiko ResearchInstitute, a sake brewery that passes on thetechniques and spirit of sake brewing of
Naohiko Noguchi, who is known as the "godof sake brewing," to the next generation.
Noguchi Toji is one of Japan's most prominent
brewers and is counted as one of the NotoToji's Four Heavenly Kings.

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KANAZAWATAKAOKA
Takaoka City was founded in 1609 by
Toshinaga Maeda, the second head of theKaga Maeda family, and since then it hascontinued to develop its manufacturing
techniques, such as metal casting andlacquerware. Many factories have now moved
to the suburbs, but the rows of latticed houses
have been carefully preserved, providing abeautiful scenery. Enjoy a stroll through thecobblestone streets of this metal castingtown.

A wide variety of seafood is caught in the richfishing grounds of the Hokuriku region. In theancient city of Kanazawa, where high-levelsushi restaurants compete with each other,you can enjoy sushi that has been nurtured by
the glittering food culture, from well-known
restaurants frequented by gourmets from allover Japan, to well-established restaurants
loved by locals, to up-and-coming newrestaurants.

Kenroku-en has been built over a long periodof time by the successive feudal lords of theKaga Domain, and is representative of thedaimyo gardens of the Edo period. Located in
the center of Kanazawa city, this garden islaid out as a walking circuit where you canenjoy the beauty of the four seasons.

The Inami area of Nanto City, Toyama
Prefecture is known as Japan's mostprolific wood carving area, withapproximately 120 studios and 200
active sculptors. Inami wood carving
was born in the middle of the Edo
period, when an official wood carver
was dispatched from Hongan-ji
Temple in Kyoto during the rebuildingof the main hall of Zuisenji Temple,
and local carpenters took part in thework and learned the carving
techniques in earnest.

Kutani ware: Aka-e finely
drawn red glazing

Araya Totoan, Yamashiro Onsen, Ishikawa

Gasshonoyado Syoshichi, Toyama

This is a long-established ryokan in Yamashiro
Onsen, that has been in operation for 18
generations since the Maeda family feudal lorddesignated Araya Totoan as a hot spring bathhouse
successive generations of feudal lords to use.

This ryokan inn is located in the world cultural
heritage "Gokayama Gassho-zukuri style Housing
Village". Built in the 200-year-old Gassho-zukuri
style, you can enjoy local cuisine made withfreshly harvested mountain vegetables

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Kutani ware is pottery that is made in
the areas around Kaga city, Ishikawa
Prefecture. The pottery with coloredglazing is a traditional craft that has
been practiced since the beginning of
the Edo period. Vivid colors and boldand elegant patterns are acharacteristic of Kutani ware, as wellas the technique called “uwae-tsuke”
overglazing. You will view Kutani ware
works by the master Buzan
Fukushima in his home studio.

Naoshima
Hiroshima
Naoshima is a mecca for modern art in the Seto Inland
Sea. There are three villages on the island: Miyanoura,
where the ferry arrives and departs; Honmura, which was
originally a castle town in the Warring States
period; and Tsumuura, a fishing port. The
island has flourished since the Edo
period as a key point for maritime
transportation, and the oldtownscape, which reminds
us of those days, is inperfect harmony withmodern art.

Hiroshima Prefecture offers a variety of seasonal delicacies nurtured by its richnature, topography, and climate. It is also a treasure trove of quality foodstuffs
nurtured by the rich nature of the Seto Inland Sea and the Chugoku Mountains.

Okayama
HIroshima

Uno Port
Naoshima

Miyajima

Takamatsu
AirportTakamatsu
Port

Matsuyama
AirportMiyajima

Naoshima
Describing Itsukushima
Shrine as representativeof Hiroshima, or even
Japan, would not be anoverstatement. It is
known as the shrine on
Miyajima Island, one of
the Three Views ofJapan, and is listed as a
Wo r l d H e r i t a g e S i t e .
Here you can sense the
1,500-year history thathas been revered since
times long past.

The "Red Pumpkin" at Miyanoura
Port, the gateway to Naoshima, is asymbolic work of Naoshima.
Standing 4 meters high and 7
meters wide, it was created in 2006.
Image reproduction not permitted.

Benesse House Museum

Art House Project

Naoshima Pavillion
Shimanami Kaido

Benesse House Museum opened in 1992 as
an art museum and hotel combined under theconcept of "symbiosis of nature, art, andarchitecture.” In addition to exhibiting paintings,
sculptures, photographs, installations, andother works in its collection, the museum
features a permanent installation of sitespecific works created by artists for the site.

The concept of Naoshima Pavilion is that it isthe "28th island" of Naoshima Town, which
consists of 27 islands, and is composed ofapproximately 250 triangular stainless steel
meshes. Visitors can enter the interior, and it
is illuminated at night.

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ONOMICHIHIROSHIMA

From Onomichi it is a 2-hour drive to Hiroshimacity. First you will visit the Hiroshima Peace
Memorial, which was listed as a World
Heritage Site in 1996 as a reminder of thehorrors of nuclear weapons.For lunch you canexperience the local delicacy Hiroshimayakior oysters. After lunch you will travel by ferry
to Miyajima from Miyajimaguchi Station andvisit Itsukushima Shrine. A highlight is the torii
gate which floats in the bay.
After riding the bullet train to Fukuyama
Station in Hiroshima Prefecture, you willtransfer to Onomichi. In the morning you will
enjoy a cycling activity along the Shimanami
Kaido. Please enjoy the beautiful scenery at
your own pace while experiencing thepleasant sea breeze. After lunch you will
check into your hotel early. In the afternoon
you can stroll around Tomonoura, a town
which was the setting for a Ghibli movie.

The Art House Project, an ongoing art projectin the Honmura district of Naoshima, began in1998 with "Kadoya," in which artists transform
vacant houses scattered throughout aresidential area into works of art, incorporating
the history and memories of the period whenthese buildings were inhabited.

Recommended
HotelsWondering
what to do in Hiroshima?

Sake Town Saijo
If you love sake, then you will notregret visiting here. Saijo, in eastern
Hiroshima, has ten breweries lined ona street with majestic white walls,
which will make you think you have
travelled back in time. While walking
through this town you will encounter
breweries that speak to the history ofsake. Please enjoy the world’s bestsake in the brewery town of Saijo.

Hiroshima Oysters

Naoshima Ryokan ROKA

Ochi Kochi

Located a 2-minute walk from the centre of
Naoshima’s townsite, it is the first authentic
ryokan inn on Naoshima. All guest rooms are
suites, and each room has a private open-air
bath.

Nestled in the town of Tomo, in the middle of the
Seto Inland Sea, which has continued to prosper
as a port for waiting for tides, this longestablished ryokan boasts all rooms with anocean view and an open-air hot spring bath.

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This is one thing you must eat if you
visit Hiroshima. Hiroshima is known as
the largest producer of oysters inJapan. The serene topography andthe wind, waves and tide are perfectfor farming oysters. Oysters are inseason in winter, but recently there
are also oysters which are harvested
in summer, so you can now enjoy
delicious oysters all year round. We
will introduce you to restaurants where
you can eat superb oysters.

The quintessence of a woodcarver who inherits tradition and challenges new expression.

Rinban guides visitors to Zuisenji Temple in Inami,a Japanese Heritage Site
Special visit and observationof sculptor's demonstration
Toyama prefecture
Kanazawa

Yokamachi Street

Inami Sculpture Center
Inami Zuisenji Temple

Nanto City
The Historic Villages of Gokayama

Experience

Zuisenji Temple⁕The Rinban (chief administrator of the Betsuin) will give you a special tour ofZuisenji Temple, the birthplace of the Inami sculptures. Also, you will have a
special visit to the Tora-no-Ma and and the Imperial Messenger's Waiting Room,which are usually closed to the public.
⁕The tour will consist of a visit to the Inami Sculpture Studio, an explanation by asculptor and a demonstration.

Charge 55,000 yen (including tax)
Fee includes(1) Fee for visiting the Inami Sculpture Studio and for the craftsmen's services(2) Fee for Zuisenji Temple visit and for guided tours(3) Entrance fee for the Inami Sculpture Studio(4) Volunteer guide fee*Additional 22,000 yen if you wish to hire an interpreter.

Time required 3.5 hours
Minimum number of participants 1person
Cancellation fee 7 days prior to the event
Woodcarver Daichi Maekawa

Meeting place and time Zuisenji-mae Kotsu Hiroba 1:00 p.m.
Required information for reservation-Name of representative-Nationality (language)-Number of people-Transportation to the meeting place-Transportation to/from the meeting place-Accommodation (previous night)-Required for the number of interpreter-Contact e-mail address-Age-Gender

Planning company

Mitsukoshi Isetan Nikko Travel, Ltd.
Mitsukoshi SD Bldg. 8F, 1-2-4 Nihombashi Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0022

Contact Email:journey@min-travel.co.jp
Yokamachi Street