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A Journey Through the History and Culture of Kiso Village～Discover nature, crafts, and exquisite sake in Japan’s hidden heartland on this private, fully guided tour～
The Yukawa Brewery was founded in 1650 (Keian 3), in the early Edo period. It has the second oldest history in Nagano Prefecture.
Trekking over Torii Pass, Nakasendo
Pharmaceutical experience at Hino Pharmaceuticals Narai branch
Experience the production of the Oroku comb, a typical traditional craft of the Nakasendo.
History・Culture・Art Experience Nature Gourmand HotSpring Lodging
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- *This plan is available for 2～4 people.
Plan Details
A journey to fully enjoy the nature and culture of the Kiso Road
Join us on a journey to the Kisoji—that ancient road stretching along the Kiso Valley, in the very heart of Japan. Marvel at its awe-inspiring natural wonders. Become intimate with its unique and fascinating culture. Taste exquisite sake steeped in hundreds of years of history.
At Yukawa Brewery we'll learn about their traditional brewing methods and get the chance to meet their master brewer. At Mt. Ontake—one of Japan's most sacred mountains—we'll retrace pilgrims' journeys to the spiritually purifying Kiyotaki and Shintaki falls. And in Yabuhara post town we'll enjoy a guided hike over the Nakasendo trail's famous Torii Pass, as well as a visit to an artisan woodworker's workshop to try our hand at their delicate craft.
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*The indicated prices all include tax.
*The prices indicated above are the basic charge.
* Prices may vary depending on the dates, so please refer to the price list displayed after selecting your preferred dates.
| What’s included in the price |
- Fully guided, 100% private tour with a knowledgeable and passionate guide that is proficient in both English and Japanese - All travel outside of walking routes done by private car Unique activities to enjoy during the tour: - Visit to Yukawa Brewery, with the chance to meet the brewers (including Yukawa's master brewer) - Sake tasting event - Nakasendo Trail hiking over the Torii Pass - Walking at Kiyotaki falls and Shintaki falls, on the slopes of Mt. Ontake - Hands-on traditional herbal medicine workshop - Hands-on Oroku comb workshop - Multiple chances to try delicious local cuisine Meals during the tour: You'll have the chance to enjoy traditional, seasonal meals made using high-quality local ingredients, including the same simple, yet delicious home-cooked dishes eaten by locals throughout the Kiso region. Number of meals provided: Breakfasts: x2 Lunches: x3 Dinners: x2 * This price does not include your airfare, or the cost of your travel to the tour's starting point in Shiojiri |
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個室をご希望の場合は、記載の金額に加えてお一人当たり12,000円を頂戴します。
Payments and Cancellations
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Cancellation policy
| Cancellation date | Cancellation fee |
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| 20 days to 8 days before the trip start date | 20% |
| 7 days to 2 days before the trip start date | 30% |
| The day before the trip start date | 40% |
| Before the trip starts on the trip start date | 50% |
| After the trip starts on the trip start date | 100% |
Plan Details
Basic Information
| Minimum number of participants | 2 people |
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| Number of reservations | *This plan is available for 2～4 people. |
| Season | 2024/11/20〜2025/02/28 |
| Deadline for application | 7days before |
Trip schedule
| Date | Time | Schedule | Notes | Accommodation | Meals | ||
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| DAY1 |
AM： Meet in Shiojiri Your guide will be waiting for you at Shiojiri Station. Then we will take you to Kiso Village by private cab. Noon： Orientation at Yukawa Sake Brewery （Bento box lunch） After lunch, we will go to Mt. AM： Visit Mt. Ontake(no climbing or trekking)After sightseeing, go to YamamizukiURARATSUTAYA. Night： Dinner (At dinner, the toji, who is in charge of Yukawa Sake Brewery's “sake” production, will be present to explain the sake and enjoy a sake tasting.) |
*Transportation is by private vehicle (jumbo cab, etc.). | Yamamizuki URARA TSUTAYA | 〇 | 〇 | ||
| DAY２ |
Morning: Breakfast at the hotel AM: After breakfast, take a private car to Kiso-Village Residents' Center AM: Dress in white and enjoy Nakasendo Walk Torii Pass Trekking (about 3 hours) Noon: Arrive at Narai-juku LUNCH： AM: Experience herbal medicine at Hino Seiyaku Narai Store (about 90 minutes) You will enjoy tasting 7 kinds of raw materials of Hino Hyakusomaru, which has 200 years of history. AM: Sake brewery tasting experience at Yukawa Sake Brewery (90 min.) Tasting of several kinds of sake such as “Kisoji” and “Kuroemon XVI” from the Yukawa Sake Brewery Evening: After the experience, go to Yamamizuki URARA TSUTAYA. Night: Dinner at the hotel |
*Transportation is by private vehicle (jumbo cab, etc.). | Yamamizuki URARA TSUTAYA | 〇 | 〇 | 〇 | |
| DAY３ |
Morning: breakfast at the hotel. AM: Visit to the Yukawa Sake Brewery (change clothes and go to the brewery with the brewery staff. (You will observe the steaming process, which usually takes place early in the morning, and taste the freshly steamed sake rice). AM: Experience the traditional crafts of the Nakasendo About the traditional craft ‘Oroku-comb’ which represents Yabuhara-juku, the history is introduced at the Kisou-mura local museum, and afterwards the craftsman's hand work is observed and the production experience is actually experienced (from 20 processes, ‘comb teeth making’ and ‘comb polishing’ are experienced). A gift of a comb made by a craftsman is also provided. Lunch: Lunch at Kiso Oginoya in Yabuhara-juku PM: To Shiojiri Station by private car Arrive and disperse. |
*Transportation is by private vehicle (jumbo cab, etc.). | 〇 | 〇 | |||
Notes
(1) About trekking Mt Mitake
Please wear comfortable walking shoes such as trekking shoes. As perspiration is expected, please bring a water bottle and a removable jacket (clothing that can be layered to adjust body temperature).
(2) Brewery tours
No perfume or chemical flavourings may be used or brought into the brewery on the day of the tour.
Please refrain from consuming natto (fermented soy beans), cheese, yoghurt, etc. from the day before the tour, as the introduction of highly fertile bacteria into the brewery may have a negative impact on the yeasts and micro-organisms used in sake production.
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（一社）長野県観光機構
| Address | 長野県長野市中御所岡田町131-4 |
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| Telephone | 026-219-5274 |
| Travel agent license number | 長野県知事Register 第2種 00436号 |
| Certified travel supervisor | 三井 猛司 |
| Invoice registration number | T4100005000007 |
| Business hours |
Monday 08:30 ～ 17:15 Tuesday 08:30 ～ 17:15 Wednesday 08:30 ～ 17:15 Thursday 08:30 ～ 17:15 Friday 08:30 ～ 17:15 祝祭日、年末年始も休業となります。 |
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What’s included in the price
- Fully guided, 100% private tour with a knowledgeable and passionate guide that is proficient in both English and Japanese
- All travel outside of walking routes done by private car
Unique activities to enjoy during the tour:
- Visit to Yukawa Brewery, with the chance to meet the brewers (including Yukawa's master brewer)
- Sake tasting event
- Nakasendo Trail hiking over the Torii Pass
- Walking at Kiyotaki falls and Shintaki falls, on the slopes of Mt. Ontake
- Hands-on traditional herbal medicine workshop
- Hands-on Oroku comb workshop
- Multiple chances to try delicious local cuisine
Meals during the tour:
You'll have the chance to enjoy traditional, seasonal meals made using high-quality local ingredients, including the same simple, yet delicious home-cooked dishes eaten by locals throughout the Kiso region.
Number of meals provided:
Breakfasts: x2
Lunches: x3
Dinners: x2
* This price does not include your airfare, or the cost of your travel to the tour's starting point in Shiojiri
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