Takashima Waterways and Traditional Lifestyle Tour

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6 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Cooking rice in a traditional Japanese hearth
Tour Background
Takashima City still thrives on the wisdom and culture of the people who live alongside spring water. On this plan, you'll spend the day experiencing firsthand what it's like to live with water, shopping at a supermarket used daily by locals and cooking rice in an old-fashioned stove. In the afternoon, you'll visit the Harie district, known as the "home of fresh water," to see a kabata (traditional Japanese smelter) and try local sake at a sake brewery, experiencing the relaxed pace and warmth of people that are unique to Takashima.

What's Included

Use of bicycle
Insurance premiums
Transportation (between the meeting station and the experience base) 　Transportation is provided free of charge as part of the experience service, and the price does not include transportation costs.
Lunch fee (up to 2,000 yen per person)
Guide fee (guidance and support)
Transportation costs to Shin-Asahi Station on the Kosei Line

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The ticket gate of JR Shin-Asahi Station The guide will be waiting for you with a signboard with the lead travel name.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    After arriving at the station, Shopping experience at local stores and stroll. Enjoy a Kamado rice or BBQ

    3 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    This historic brewery was founded in 1865 and is known for its sake brewing, which uses the clear underground water of the Hira Mountains and local rice, giving a sense of the local climate. Its flagship brand, Matsunohana, is characterized by its elegant richness and flavor, and has received high praise, including a gold medal at the National Tax Agency's tasting competition.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by H.I.S.Co., Ltd.

Tags

Full-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Rail Tours

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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