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- Japanese
- English
Step off the beaten path and into a living postcard — where the scent of cedar lingers in the morning mist, and local offer warm greetings.
In this tucked-away corner of Japan, you’ll experience the excitement of Japanese archery, the austere and subtle delectability of traditional Buddhist cuisine, the serenity Japanese tea ceremony, and get hands-on with the ancient and intimate agricultural practices kept alive by the passionate farmers of rural Japan.
This is not just a tour — it’s a conversation with the countryside, a chance to laugh over a shared meal, sip stories from a clay cup, meet and make real connections with Japanese villagers, and see beyond the guidebooks to the soft and splendid reality of Japan.
Example Menu
Main
Traditional Buddhist Vegan Meal
Shojin Ryori (精進料理) is a course meal of a variety of small dishes. Dishes are subject to seasonal availability and cannot be substituted.
Starter
Shojin Ryori - Staple
Steamed white rice or rice porridge.
Starter
Shojin Ryori - Soup
Miso shiru made with seaweed-based broth.
Starter
Shojin Ryori - Agedashi dōfu
Lightly fried tofu in a soy-based sauce.
Starter
Shojin Ryori - Nimono
Simmered vegetables such as daikon, carrots, taro, and pumpkin in dashi.
Starter
Shojin Ryori - Sunomono
Vinegared salads, often cucumber or wakame seaweed.
Starter
Shojin Ryori - Tsukemono
Pickled vegetables for palate cleansing.
Starter
Shojin Ryori - Sansai
Wild seasonal mountain vegetables.
Dessert
Shojin Ryori - Fruit or wagashi
Simple, seasonal fruit or small bean-based sweets.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pick up vehicle will depend on group size. Staff will be holding a sign with your group's name on it.
What to expect
You'll be picked up from your station of choice and driven high into the verdant Hiroshima hinterlands. (approx. 30 min drive)
Once there you'll be guided through the basics of Kyudo - the martial art of archery. You'll then be given the opportunity to test your mettle with the targets scattered throughout our pristine forest. (approx. 1.5hrs)
From there you'll settle in for authentic Buddhist cuisine with the local farmers that made it possible as the significance behind every plate and ingredient is revealed. (approx. 1hr)
Afterwards, you'll enjoy a scenic walking tour through the local village and rice fields. (approx. 30 mins)
Ending with your ride back to the starting station. (approx. 30 min drive)
OR turn it into an all-day event and dive even deeper into the local culture through activities like seasonal vegetable pickling workshop, mochi pounding, homemade miso soup making, or Japanese tea ceremony and tasting in rice fields.
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should expect a moderate amount of physical activity when using the kyudo bows.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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