3 Days Journey through the home and history of Shochu

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3 days (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

This tour takes you around the nature-rich Kuma region to experience the bounty of the 700-year-old Sagara Clan. Visitors can deeply experience the charm of this region through a variety of activities, including a walk along the clear Kuma River, a cooking class using local ingredients, and an electric bicycle tour of the countryside. You will also have the opportunity to visit the world-famous Kuma shochu brewery, enjoy the spectacular view from the historic castle ruins, and experience kobujutsu (ancient martial arts). We also offer special programs to experience firsthand the 700-year history of the Sagara Clan. We hope you will find your own special experience on this trip that traces the nature, food, history, and the footsteps of the Sagara Clan in Kuma.

What's Included

2 nights accommodation
Lunch (Optional[3])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[2])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[2])
Breakfast
Dedicated cab pickup from Kagoshima Airport to the dismissal point on Day 3
Interpretation guide
Personal expenses during the tour

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please come to the reception desk.

End point

We will see you off at Shin-Yatsushiro station.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Taste local food and Shochu

    4 stops
  • 1

    BBQ lunch on the water on a traditional wooden boat (local beef)

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Sengetsushuzo

    Guided walking tour of shochu (including a visit to the exclusive shochu aging cellar)

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Shochu Pairing Dinner

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Aoi Aso Shrine Night Walk (optional)

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Enjoy local scenery by riding e-bike

    2 stops
  • 5

    E-bike food tour, including tea time at a tea plantation, lunch at Ganko Tofu, and shopping at a local farmer’s market

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Local cooking experience and have dinner

    5 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Taisha-ryu Kenjutsu Experience

    2 stops
  • 7

    Hike to Takayama Castle Ruins Observation Deck and have breakfast at Takayama Castle Ruins Observation Deck

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Taisha-ryu Kenjutsu Experience at Zen temple

    2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Requirements: Able to ride a bike, over 152cm tall, under 120kg
Supplied by 株式会社ＶＩＳＩＴ九州

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Hiking Tours
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Mountain Bike Tours
Multi-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Nature Walks
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