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A visually stunning and delicious three-tiered steamed rice bowl set meal featuring seasonal ingredients from Yamanashi Prefecture.
[Travel conditions]
Departure point/Destination: Tokyo/Yamanashi
Duration of trip: 1 day
Travel type: Day trip
Transportation used: Suruga Kanko Bus, and other contracted bus companies equivalent to ours.
Meals: Breakfast 0 times, Lunch 1 time, Dinner 0 times
Minimum number of participants: 25 people
Tour guide: 1 person
[Travel planning/execution]
Company Name: T-LIFE Holdings Co., Ltd.
Address: 4F, Hikarigaoka MK Building, 5-11-26 Takamatsu, Nerima-ku, Tokyo
Registration Number: Japan Tourism Agency Registered Travel Agency No. 197
Affiliated travel industry association: Japan Association of Travel Agents
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KKDAY JAPAN Co., Ltd.
Registered Travel Agency No. 2045, Commissioner of the Japan Tourism Agency
Member organization: Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
A minimum of 25 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 7 day(s) before the departure date
Mount Fuji may not be visible depending on the weather conditions.
The flowering period of lavender may vary depending on weather conditions and other factors.
Cherries and melons are served on plates and are all-you-can-eat. Cherry picking is not included.
A bus guide will not be accompanying the tour. There will be no commentary on the scenery outside the window, and no tea or other services will be provided on board.
Bus and other transportation seating may involve sharing a seat with other passengers, or being seated in front of, behind, or across the aisle from another passenger.
The schedule may change due to bus availability, schedule revisions, weather, local conditions, road conditions, etc. Additionally, the order of the itinerary may be changed, or the itinerary may be reversed.
Due to road conditions caused by natural disasters or other unforeseen circumstances, or depending on the number of visitors, the mode of transportation used may change.
Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine primarily enshrines Konohanasakuya-hime (Princess Sakuya), who is revered as the deity of Mount Fuji. She is associated with safe childbirth, fire prevention, and abundant harvests. The shrine's connection to Mount Fuji signifies a deep reverence for the mountain itself as a sacred entity.
Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine is renowned as a power spot due to its stunning natural setting and spiritual connection to Mount Fuji. Visitors can experience a sense of tranquility and spiritual renewal, especially when admiring the iconic view of Mount Fuji alongside the Chureito Pagoda. This combination of majestic scenery and sacred atmosphere contributes to its reputation as a place of spiritual energy and good fortune.
While the famous path to the Chureito Pagoda, offering the iconic view of Mount Fuji, primarily involves a climb up a series of stairs (approximately 400 steps), the Arakurayama Sengen Park area itself has various walking paths and slopes. However, for the most direct and picturesque route to the pagoda, the stairs are the most common ascent. The tour typically provides transportation to the park entrance, and from there, the ascent to the viewing platform is usually via these stairs.
The nearest train station to Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine is Shimoyoshida Station on the Fujikyu Railway Line. From Shimoyoshida Station, the shrine is about a 10-minute walk. Follow the signs, and you will find the entrance to Arakurayama Sengen Park, where the shrine and the famous Chureito Pagoda are located.
To fully appreciate Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine and capture photos of the iconic Chureito Pagoda with Mount Fuji, a recommended visit duration is typically around 60 to 90 minutes. This allows sufficient time to explore the shrine grounds, ascend to the pagoda for breathtaking views, and enjoy the surrounding scenery without feeling rushed.
Oishi Park offers picturesque views of Mount Fuji with Lake Kawaguchiko throughout the year. Its most celebrated seasonal highlight is the beautiful lavender field, which typically blooms in the summer months (late June to mid-July), creating a stunning purple carpet against the backdrop of Mount Fuji. In other seasons, the park features a variety of flowers and plants, ensuring a scenic vista regardless of when you visit.
The all-you-can-eat experience on the tour offers a delightful selection of Yamanashi's finest. You can enjoy plate-served all-you-can-eat cherries and melons. Additionally, there's an all-you-can-eat sweets buffet featuring five different kinds of treats: roll cakes, cream puffs, tarts, crepes, and fruit punch, ensuring a satisfying culinary experience.
At the Kikyouya Shingen Mochi Factory, visitors can engage in several popular activities. You can observe the traditional process of making the famous Shingen Mochi through a factory tour. A highlight for many is the Shingen Mochi packaging experience, where you can try your hand at wrapping the confectionery. The factory also provides an excellent opportunity to purchase a wide variety of Yamanashi's specialty souvenirs.