What to do and see in Nishitama-gun, Kanto: The Best Tours

*OUTLINE Why not enjoy matcha at Hinode-sanso which was visited by foreign VIPs? Former Japanese Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone invited the former US President, the former President of Soviet Union, and other foreign VIPs to Hinode-sanso, and built good relationships with them. Hinode-sanso is also a memorial hall exhibiting photos of those times and you can feel the history of Hinode-machi as well as Japan. After a tour of Hinode-sanso, you will take off your shoes at Seiundo, sit in the tatami room, and have matcha and Japanese sweets. Feel free to enjoy matcha and sweets without worrying to much about Japanese manners.

Inclusions: Matcha, Japanese sweets, Entrance fee

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*OUTLINE Let's make a lucky charm with your wish, the experience only available in Hinode-machi! Japan has lucky charms named "Gomafuda," a wooden board with a prayer that one's heartfelt wish will come true. Hinode-machi is surrounded by the mountains and its main industries are forestry and woodworking. The town ranks first in the production of gomafuda and soboba (stupa), which have been produced since the Edo period (1603-1868). Why not make your gomafuda, traditional Japanese culture from the Edo era, containing your wish? After the experience, you can buy "smoked cheese" (648yen) which is a specialty of Hinode-machi. Please try it.　

Inclusions: Experience fee, Material cost

Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions

【OUTLINE】 Experience a tea ceremony in the real tea room. You can experience a tea ceremony in a full-scale tea room on the premises of the Bukeyashiki (samurai house). Besides of course enjoying tea, you can also learn about how the tea ceremony started, and how the idea of the tea ceremony is connected to Japanese culture.

Inclusions: Tea, Japanese confectionery, Instruction fee, Tea room rental fee

Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions

【OUTLINE】 Become a beautiful Japanese princess dressed in a real bridal kimono. Try on a real bridal kimono called uchikake and take photos in the Bukeyashiki (samurai house) and the Japanese garden.　

Inclusions: Experience fee, Rental fee for costume and accessories, dressing fee, venue rental fee

Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions

*OUTLINE BBQ in the middle of Mother Nature in Tokyo! Sakana-en located along the clear Hirai River is a place where visitors can come empty-handed and fully enjoy the outdoor activities. A full set of BBQ is all ready. You can try the rainbow trout fishing in the mountain stream or catch fish by hand. Have a nice and relaxing time here in Hinode-machi, immersing yourself in nature away from the bustling Tokyo.

Inclusions: BBQ outfit, Ingredients (beef・vegetables・wiener sausage・fried noodles・sauce), Rainbow trout fishing fee for BBQ (fishing rod・bait)

Exclusions: Beverages, Transportation to/from attractions

*OUTLINE BBQ in the middle of Mother Nature in Tokyo! Sakana-en located along the clear Hirai River is a place where visitors can come empty-handed and fully enjoy the outdoor activities. A full set of BBQ is all ready. You can try the rainbow trout fishing in the mountain stream or catch fish by hand. Have a nice and relaxing time here in Hinode-machi, immersing yourself in nature away from the bustling Tokyo.

Inclusions: BBQ outfit, Ingredients (pork・vegetables・wiener sausage・fried noodles・sauce), Rainbow trout fishing fee for BBQ (fishing rod・bait)

Exclusions: Beverages, Transportation to/from attractions

【OUTLINE】 A new style of paper making that fits the urban lifestyle---KAMISUKI. You can experience a series of creating washi art, from preparing raw materials for paper to painting a picture without a brush. You will pour colored kozo (mulberry) fibers into a string-framed mold and create a picture. From children to adults---everyone can enjoy this new style of kamisuki. 【Highlights】 ・You will experience a real Japanese paper making from raw materials, kozo, in the rich natural surroundings located in Nishitama ・A professional Japanese paper maker will teach you a new technique of paper making different from existing methods ・With an ample imagination, you will create your original washi art ・You can draw a unique picture using the paper making method, without a brush ・You can create a colorful washi paper by pouring colored kozo (mulberry) fibers into the frame.

Inclusions: You can take home your piece of work.

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【Outline】 A new style of paper making that fits the contemporary lifestyle---KAMISUKI. Kamisuki is a method of paper making which you lay kozo bark fibers side-by-side and wait for them to dry up and become a paper. Based on that traditional method, a method called “paper making with a towel” was invented. Copying down the pile fabric of a towel to the paper, a distinct designed washi (Japanese paper) can be made. In this plan, you will make a small-sized LED washi candle using the towel washi paper. 【Highlights】 You will experience a real Japanese paper making from raw materials, kozo, in the rich natural surroundings located in Nishitama A professional Japanese paper maker will coach you as an instructor A unique method of paper making with a towel You can make a stylish lamp shade with towel washi paper Washi candle created combining the lamp shade with a small LED lamp can be taken home on the very day.

Inclusions: You can take home your piece of work., Local taxes

Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions

【OUTLINE】 Why not enjoy cycling in Hinode-machi, a nice destination for a day trip from the central Tokyo, abundant in nature? An experienced local guide will show you to his recommended spots by electric motor bicycle according to your request. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 Enjoy nature to the fullest in a day trip from the center of Tokyo Peaceful Hinode-machi where typical scene of Japanese mountain villages is condensed Non-touristic area with varied views of forests, pure streams and waterfalls Local guide who shows you to his recommended spots according to your request Comfortable cycling by electric motor bicycle

Inclusions: Electric motor bicycle, accident insurance

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Explore Hinohara Village, the only remaining village in Tokyo on a leisurely 7 hour tour. Take a stroll with your guide through the rich nature and popular spots in this rustic mountain village located on the western edge of Tokyo. Hinohara Village is a peaceful village located about two hours away from the heart of Tokyo. It is both rich in nature along the Akigawa River that flows through the center, and traditional arts and architecture. It’s full of cultural attractions. On this tour, you will visit Kobayashi's house, Hossawa Falls and Seoto-no-Yu Spa with your personal guide using public transit. Enjoy traditional living in the mountainous area and the four seasons in Tokyo, but away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Inclusions: English Guide, Bus Tiekct, Monorail, Snacks, Green Tea, Foot Bath, Local Tax

Exclusions: Lunch, Hotel pick up & Drop off