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Authentic Rural Japan: 60 mins from Tokyo
Escape the city for a journey in Washinoya, Kashiwa. Experience authentic Japanese life preserved since the late Edo period.
Mochi Experience and Farmhouse Lunch
Visit the private "Someya Koshiro Residence" for a mochi-making demo and "Farm-to-Table" lunch: fresh mochi, miso soup, and local pickles.
Exclusive Access to National Historic Site
Enjoy private access to the grand "Someya Family Residence."
-Rickshaw Ride: Glide through bamboo to a local shrine.
-Tea Ceremony: A seated ceremony in a historic room.
-Private Tour: Explore the exquisite estate in a tranquil setting.
Important: Conducted in Japanese Only
No English guide is available. However, the visual and hands-on activities offer a profound cultural connection.
Policy: Deadline March 28. No refunds after this date.
Join us for a peaceful day of history and hospitality.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please meet in front of the "Midori-no-Madoguchi" (JR Ticket Office), located just outside the Central Exit (Central Gate) of Kashiwa Station. Your guide will be holding a sign that says "Kashiwa Green Tourism."
Itinerary
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Stop 1: Someya Koshiro Residence (Traditional Farmhouse) Meet your guide at Kashiwa Station and enjoy a comfortable 30-minute taxi ride to the scenic countryside of Washinoya. Your first stop is the "Someya Koshiro Residence," a magnificent estate that has been home to a prominent local farming family since the late Edo period. This is not a typical museum, but a private historic home where you can feel the true passage of time. Mochi-Making Demonstration: Witness a fascinating traditional demonstration using authentic farm tools. Watch closely as steaming hot rice is skillfully transformed into smooth, stretchy mochi right before your eyes! Farm-to-Table Lunch: Savor the ultimate rural experience with freshly made mochi. You will be served three classic Japanese flavors: Savory Soy Sauce, Sweet Red Bean (Anko), and Toasted Soybean Flour (Kinako). The meal is completed with warm miso soup and local pickles, providing a true taste of authentic Japanese farmhouse life.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Stop 2: Someya Family Residence (Nationally Recognized Historic Site) After a short walk, arrive at the magnificent "Someya Family Residence." While usually closed on Saturdays, this tour offers you exclusive private access to the entire estate. You will enjoy three special experiences here (the order may vary for each group): 1. Rickshaw Ride: Glide through a serene bamboo path on a traditional rickshaw to visit the local Katori Shrine. 2. Tea Ceremony: Enjoy a "Ryurei-style" (seated) tea ceremony inside the historic doma (earthen-floor) room. 3. Private House Tour: Explore the exquisite details of this historic home in a tranquil setting, all to yourself and away from any crowds. Return to Kashiwa Station: At 14:45, a taxi will pick you up from the residence for a 30-minute ride back to Kashiwa Station, arriving at approximately 15:15.
2 hours 45 minutes • 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
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