Experience traditional Japan: Craft chopsticks, cook Tempura, and stay in a century-old house in Chiba, just an hour from Tokyo.
Historical and cultural sightseeing / Workshop and cooking
Kasamori-ji Temple - Wooden Kannon Hall built on top of a rock deep in the forest in 1028. You will be amazed by the careful and precise work done by people of the time and feel how Japanese culture and architecture are strongly connected with natural materials. The view from the corridor offers the majestic Boso mountain range.
Idzuna-dera Temple - Discover a small, serene temple with a beautiful garden and small bell hall. The sculptures displayed there worked by Nami-no-Ihachi, profoundly influenced Katsushika Hokusai, inspiring his famous work, “The great Wave off Kanagawa” one of his ‘Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji.
Kanenaka - Indulge in a hearty countryside lunch featuring exceptionally fresh seafood that can only be savored locally, alongside a variety of meats. This generous and satisfying meal will fill your stomach and leave you wanting more.
Nose Clarified Store - Visit a woodwork craftsman’s studio and explore Japanese culture through his work and tools. Craft your own chopsticks in the workshop, and later enjoy dinner using the tools you’ve made.
Toyonotsuru Brewery - Visit a local sake brewery and savor the pure taste of Japanese sake. Brewery tours are available upon request.
*Please note that sake breweries are not typically open to tourists, so tours may not be available depending on their work schedules. Please make your request early.
Farmer’s Market Nanohana Main Store - Visit the local farmers’ market and explore a variety of fresh, locally harvested produce. Enhance your dinner menu with the freshest vegetables straight from the field. After checking into your traditional Japanese farmhouse, the owner will join your team to prepare delicious tempura using the freshly bought vegetables.
Savor Local delicacy and explore Japanese coutryside.
Oyama Rice Terraces - Just an hour away from Tokyo, you can find a medieval countryside landscape that looks as if time has stood still.
KURKKU FIELDS - Started in 2019 Kurukku Fields is a new type of sustainable laboratory. It is a combination of open air museum and farmland offering unique scenery. You can of course enjoy a variety of organic food farmed here. Release yourself and feel the good vibration of nature with all your senses before you head back to Tokyo.
- Private transportation
- 1st Day lunch and dinner / 2nd day breakfast and lunch
- Chopstick-making workshop fee
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- 1 night accommodation
- Surcharges on fuel
- Parking fees
- Guide: In-person: English, Spanish, French
- Gratuity *5-20%
Escape the urban city of Tokyo and experience a quiet traditional life surrounded by nature—the best way to immerse yourself in the local life of Japanese people.
Just an hour from Tokyo, Chiba Prefecture’s untouched natural abundance is incredible. Immerse yourself in local life and culture, savor the beauty of nature and local cuisine, and experience a deeper side of Japan.
This plan is based on lodging in a 100-year-old rural house. Experience traditional Japanese rural life through a variety of activities, including participating in a chopstick-making workshop, visiting nearby traditional temples, and learning Japanese cooking from the owner of your accommodation.
1)Round trip from your hotel in our private car
2)A qualified guide and a driver will accompany your party in a private car
3)Fully operated by Japanese staff who have great knowledge of the surroundings, and curate your personalized hassle-free tour
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
