One-day tour in Yamagata, Tohoku, Japan | Lake Shirakawa, Uesugi Shrine, Toko Sake Brewery, Yonezawa Beef, Fantastic Scenery & Food and Wine Tour | With a Chinese guide (Departing from Yamagata Station)
- Visit the dreamland of Yamagata Prefecture - Lake Shirakawa. Take the lead to take you to see the unique lake and mountain scenery of the spring limited [Water Submerged Forest]
- Also visit Yamagata's historical site, Uesugi Shrine
- Meet the famous sake brewed by Yonezawa Beef and Toko Sake Brewery, and appreciate the craftsmanship and tradition of Japanese craftsmen
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Transportation method | Transfer from meeting point |
| Departure Time | Standard Departure (8-9 am) |
| Minimum participant requirement | 15 travelers |
| Tour types | Guided tour |
| Meal arrangement | Lunch included |
| Sightseeing type | Natural sights, Temples & shrines, Food tour・Izakaya Hopping |
| Transport | Bus tour |
Product Info
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ーHighlightsー
[Lake Shirakawa] From late March to mid-April every year, before the trees in the underwater forest around Lake Shirakawa sprout, the remaining snow on the lakeshore presents a peaceful world shrouded in white. What appears during this season is the [white flooded forest]. A strange and cold beauty; if you are lucky, you can also see the blue sky reflected on the water, everything is beautiful. From mid-April to mid-May, white willows begin to grow and the lake surface becomes emerald green, forming a "green submerged forest". You can listen to the birds singing while appreciating this masterpiece of nature. In late May, the rice planting season begins, the water level gradually drops, the lake bottom emerges, and the summer scenery gradually emerges.
[Uesugi Shrine] Uesugi Shrine is located in Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture, Japan. It is a shrine dedicated to Kenshin Uesugi, a famous general in the Warring States Period, and is also one of the most important viewing spots in Yonezawa City. Uesugi Shrine is located in Matsugasaki Park (formerly the ruins of Yonezawa Castle). The original main hall burned down during the Taisho era, and the current main hall was rebuilt in 1923 based on the design of Dr. Chuta Ito, a native of Yonezawa who is famous for designing the Meiji Jingu Shrine and the Heian Jingu Shrine. In addition to the main hall, the park also has related historical buildings such as the Shangshan Memorial Hall, the statue of Shangshan Kenshin, and the statue of Shangshan Yingshan. Visitors can stroll among them and experience the strong sense of historical vicissitudes firsthand.
[Sake Brewery Information Center Toko Sake Brewery] Yonezawa City, where the Toko Sake Brewery Information Center is located, has a 400-year-old brewery with abundant mountain springs and excellent rice quality. It is a cold region, and the brewery can operate at a stable low temperature, which is an ideal environment for brewing. Kojima Sohonten, also known as "Toko", was established in 1597 (Keicho 2) as the official brewery of the Uesugi family of the Yonezawa Domain. Not only can you learn about the brewing techniques and traditions of Japanese craftsmen in the attached museum, but you can also taste Japanese sake for free in the store, and taste high-quality and award-winning Japanese sake that you can't usually buy at a reasonable price.
※Drunk driving is prohibited. Drinking is prohibited for those under the age of 20. Excessive drinking is harmful to health.
※ The on-site activities are provided and handled by the event organizer and have nothing to do with KKday. If you have any questions, please contact the event organizer.
Lake Shirakawa flooded in early summer
Uesugi Shrine in early spring
Toko Brewery
Purchase Notice
【Travel conditions】
Travel origin and destination: Yamagata
Travel duration: 1 day
Transportation: Chartered bus
Bus company name: Trans Ocean Bus Co., Ltd.
Meals included: Breakfast 0 times Lunch 1 time Dinner 0 times
Accommodation facilities: None
Minimum group size: 15 people
Tour guide: 1
【Travel planning/implementation】
Name of operating company: Trans Ocean List
Address: 980-0021 Miyagi Prefecture Sendai City Aoba District Chuo 2-8-11 Premium Green Hills 3F M-LABEL ROOM027
License number: Yamagata Prefecture Governor's Registration Travel Business No. 2-200
Travel Association Name: Full member of Japan Travel Association
Reminders
A minimum of 15 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 4 day(s) before the departure date
In case of delays caused by traffic, weather, or other force majeure factors resulting in the cancellation of some itinerary attractions, please contact customer service. We will arrange a partial refund for you
Travelers with the following conditions or other health issues that could be worsened by excessive stimulation should not participate in this activity: High blood pressure, Heart disease, Acrophobia, Asthma, Epilepsy, Pregnant women
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
Infants under 4 years old can join for free, but they do not occupy seats / lunch is not provided. When making a reservation, please be sure to indicate the number of people. Each adult can bring one child free of charge.
The tour is in Chinese and is only open to tourists who understand Chinese.
Vehicles will be arranged according to the number of people and cannot be specified. Please note.
The sightseeing part of Lake Shirakawa is an outdoor walk, which requires physical strength and leg strength. There are many trees, flowers and plants here. Please bring mosquito repellent with you in the summer. The walking distance is long and requires a certain amount of leg strength and physical strength. It is also recommended to wear clothing and footwear suitable for outdoor activities.
The tour includes lunch. If you have special requests for meals, you need to make a request when booking. We cannot guarantee that we can accommodate all requests, but we will do our best to accommodate.
The tour includes a sake tasting section. No tasting is provided to minors. Please be advised.
It is prohibited to drink and drive. Drinking is prohibited for those under the age of 20. Excessive drinking is harmful to your health.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations 22 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- For cancellations made 15 to 21 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
- For cancellations made 8 to 14 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
- For cancellations made 2 to 7 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
- For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 80% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
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