You observe the traditional performing arts: Kenbai literary means dance with a sword. Kenbai has a long history. In the Edo-period it was performed in order to pray for dead Samurai. Now, local residents including children take over the performance. You can feel the spirit of the local history and interact with...Read more
You can observe professional Japanese Sword-smith craft center. You feel the heat and watch sparks in the process of making the sword. Also, you have a lesson from the sword-smith how to make the sword and actually make a knife for cutting...Read more
This value-packed trip with a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Hiraizumi area!
Nestled in the mountains of southern Iwate is Hiraizumi, an ancient city that once rivaled Kyoto for its beauty and elegant surroundings. This was the capital of the Northern Fujiwara lands,...Read more
On March 11, 2011 at 14:46, the powerful earthquake in Japan occurred 70 kilometers off the Pacific coast of the Tohoku Region. Approximately 30 minutes later a devastating tsunami struck the Sanriku Coast. Taro-district is located in the middle of Sanriku Coast. A local resident who experienced the disaster in Taro takes you around...Read more
This value-packed trip with a nationally-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Hiraizumi area!
Nestled in the mountains of southern Iwate is Hiraizumi, an ancient city that once rivaled Kyoto for its beauty and elegant surroundings. This was the capital of the Northern Fujiwara lands,...Read more
Take a guided walking tour around Morioka city, and visit all the main tourist destinations in the area. We will show you the best places to get nice views of Mt Iwate if the weather is nice. Depending on the season, we may take you to places that you can see the cherry blossoms in flower (spring) or the colored leaves in...Read more
Travel to the country town of Odate in Akita prefecture by local bus from Morioka station. Experience a night with a local family in their house. Depending on the season and weather, there will be a variety of activities organized by the family for you to participate in, such as making dinner together, farm activities etc. Depending on the...Read more
Northeastern Japan, called Michinoku is said to be the place where gold was discovered for the first time in Japan. The area from inland of Iwate Prefecture to the coast of Miyagi Prefecture is newly named 'The Road of Michinoku Gold Roman', which was designated as Japan Heritage in 2019.
In this tour, you can visit Golden Hall of Chusonji...Read more
As it is called 'squid prince' takes you to the authentic fish auction site. You can stand very close to the fish brokers who are participating in the auction. Not only that, 'squid prince' teaches you about the unique Japanese fishing method and the problems of the fishing industry in Japan. After the lesson, you have a chance to enjoy fresh...Read more