[About Changes to Meals] For meal changes due to food allergies or religious reasons, a fee of 1,500 yen per meal will be charged, plus any actual cost difference. Please notify us at least 14 days before the departure date. Please consult with us for requests after this period.；[About the Namahage Sedo Festival] The festival will proceed in rain or snow, but may be canceled in the event of severe weather. There will be no refunds for the tour fee if the festival is canceled after the tour has departed. For safety reasons, umbrellas, camera tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, stepladders, and stools are prohibited within the venue.；[About Day 1 Dinner Bento and Hotel Arrival Time] Due to the schedule for the 'Namahage Sedo Festival', the dinner bento will be served early, around 16:00, on the bus. Arrival at the hotel is scheduled for around 22:00.；[About Moriyoshizan Snow Monsters] Depending on weather conditions and growth, the snow monsters or snow scenery may not be visible.；[About the Akita Nairiku Jukan Railway] All seats on the Akita Nairiku Jukan Railway are non-reserved seating. Depending on congestion, you may be required to stand. Additionally, the boarding section may be subject to change.；[About the Tour] The order of the itinerary may be changed. Please note that even if you book for two or more people, seats on the train may not be adjacent or may be separated.

3-Day Akita, Tohoku Tour | Oga Peninsula's Unique 'Namahage Sedo Festival' & One of Japan's Top 3 'Moriyoshizan Snow Monsters' | Includes Lake Tazawa & Kakunodate! [Departing from Tokyo]

Japan-Mayama Shrine , Akita , Tokyo , Kitakami , Ueno , Lake Tazawa , Kakunodate , Oga Peninsula

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View the 'Moriyoshizan Snow Monsters,' one of Japan's top three frost-covered tree sights, via the Ani Ski Resort gondola. Compared to the Zao snow monsters, this area is relatively less crowded, allowing you to enjoy the view without long wait times. You can also experience the unique, fantastical snow scenery of Mount Moriyoshi, where vast fields of snow monsters stretch out before you—a different experience from Zao.
Witness the 'Namahage Sedo Festival,' a unique festival representing winter on the Oga Peninsula, up close. Set at Shinzan Shrine, you can experience the traditional culture of Akita through the powerful Namahage dance and the mystical bonfire.
Enjoy a ride of approximately 65 minutes on the popular 'Akita Nairiku Jukan Railway' local train. Relax and enjoy the train journey while gazing at the snow-covered scenery and the beautiful winter nature of Akita through the windows.
This is a high-quality, reliable tour of Japan organized by 'Club Tourism International Inc', a major Japanese travel agency with over 70 years of history. The tour is accompanied by a highly-rated tour conductor known for their hospitality, and it is well-regarded by international guests. While the tour is conducted in Japanese, many participants do not speak Japanese, so first-time visitors can join with peace of mind.

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Product Info

The content of this product is provided by machine translation and may not reflect the actual information, please take this into consideration before booking.

This product is a 'request booking' and requires time to confirm. Since applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis, your request may be placed on a waiting list or may not be accepted depending on availability. Final booking confirmation is subject to the issuance of a voucher. In the unlikely event that the tour cannot be operated due to being fully booked, we will contact you within the specified number of days. Please note that if you do not wish to be on the waiting list, cancellation (with a full refund) is also possible.

This tour is conducted in Japanese only. Please note that all guidance provided by the tour conductor during the trip will be in Japanese only. However, for the smooth operation and safety of the tour, we will provide information to the extent possible using translation apps (e.g., meeting points, departure times).

Once the train schedule is finalized, we will send you a 'voucher' containing meeting instructions and other details approximately 5 to 7 days before departure. Please check your 'voucher' for the meeting point and time.

Please observe the following two points when participating:

1. Please book with your correct name and email address.

2. Please adhere to the meeting time during the tour. If you miss the meeting time, the tour will depart.

Oga Peninsula Namahage Sedo Festival: A winter event held at Shinzan Shrine in Oga City, Akita Prefecture, combining the Shinto ritual 'Sedo Matsuri' with the folk tradition of 'Namahage' to pray for good health. It is a 'unique festival' that captivates people with its fantastical snow-covered mountains lit by bonfires and the powerful dance of the Namahage.

Moriyoshizan Ani Ski Resort: View the world-rare 'Snow Monsters'! Zao (Yamagata/Miyagi Prefectures), Hakkoda (Aomori Prefecture), and Moriyoshi (Akita Prefecture) are known as Japan's top three snow monster sights. The best time to see them is usually from early January to late February, a mystical, breathtaking view that can only be seen in winter. Enjoy the spectacular view of the Moriyoshizan snow monsters from the gondola.

Moriyoshizan Snow Monsters: Compared to the Zao snow monsters, this area is relatively less crowded, allowing you to enjoy the view without long wait times. You can also experience the unique, fantastical snow scenery of Mount Moriyoshi, where vast fields of snow monsters stretch out before you—a different experience from Zao. *Snow scenery may not be visible depending on weather conditions.

Akita Nairiku Jukan Railway: Ride a local train full of atmosphere running through the western scenery of Mount Moriyoshi (between Aniai and Matsuba). *Snow scenery may not be visible depending on weather conditions and growth.

Kakunodate: Famous as the 'Little Kyoto of Michinoku' for its beautiful old townscape with preserved samurai residences. *Snow scenery may not be visible.

[Meals] Enjoy long-established bento boxes and Akita gourmet! ◆Day 1 Dinner: 'Gyumeshi' bento from a long-established shop ◆Day 2 Dinner: Buffet featuring local Akita specialties like 'Kiritanpo' hot pot, Inaniwa udon, and Kuma Kayaki soup *Menu is subject to change.

◆Night 1: Hotel Pearl City Akita Kawabata or equivalent class Equivalent accommodations: Hotel Pearl City Akita Kanto Odori, Hotel Alpha-1 Akita ◆Night 2: Lake Tazawa, Kaminoi Hotel Tazawa (with hot spring open-air bath) Please relax in the hot spring. Dinner is a buffet including nigiri sushi, beef steak, and local 'Kiritanpo' hot pot.

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【Travel Conditions】

Departure/Destination: Tokyo - Akita

Duration: 3 days, 2 nights

Transportation: Chartered bus and Shinkansen

Bus Operator: Iwate Kenkotsu or equivalent

Meals: Breakfast 2, Lunch 1 (including 1 bento), Dinner 2 (including 1 bento)

Accommodation:

【Night 1】Akita City: Hotel Pearl City Akita Kawabata, Hotel Pearl City Akita Kanto Odori, or Hotel Alpha-1 Akita

Room Type: Western-style (Single/Twin/Triple, with bath and toilet)

* Even if you book for 3-4 people per room, you may be separated into single or twin rooms.

* Even if you book for 2 people per room, you may be separated into single rooms.

【Night 2】Tazawa Lake: Kameno-i Hotel Tazawako

Room Type: Japanese-style (some rooms feature beds on tatami mats, Single/Twin), Western-style (Twin), or Japanese-Western style

* Single rooms may not have a private bath (toilet is included).

* Please leave room assignments to our company. Please note that room layouts and views vary depending on the accommodation.

Minimum Participants: 25

Tour Escort: 1

Guide: 0 (Service provided in Japanese) *No interpreter guide will accompany the tour.

【Travel Planning/Implementation】

Company Name: Club Tourism International Inc

Address: 1-9-6 Edagawa, Koto-ku, Tokyo

Registration Number: Japan Tourism Agency Registered Travel Agency No. 1693

Affiliated Travel Association: Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) Regular Member

【Entrusted Sales】

KKDAY JAPAN Co., Ltd.

WESTALL Yotsuya Bldg. 2F, 1-22-5 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0004

Japan Tourism Agency Registered Travel Agency No. 2045

Affiliated Organization: Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)

Reminders

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 21 day(s) before the departure date
[About Changes to Meals] For meal changes due to food allergies or religious reasons, a fee of 1,500 yen per meal will be charged, plus any actual cost difference. Please notify us at least 14 days before the departure date. Please consult with us for requests after this period.
[About the Namahage Sedo Festival] The festival will proceed in rain or snow, but may be canceled in the event of severe weather. There will be no refunds for the tour fee if the festival is canceled after the tour has departed. For safety reasons, umbrellas, camera tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, stepladders, and stools are prohibited within the venue.
[About Day 1 Dinner Bento and Hotel Arrival Time] Due to the schedule for the 'Namahage Sedo Festival', the dinner bento will be served early, around 16:00, on the bus. Arrival at the hotel is scheduled for around 22:00.
[About Moriyoshizan Snow Monsters] Depending on weather conditions and growth, the snow monsters or snow scenery may not be visible.
[About the Akita Nairiku Jukan Railway] All seats on the Akita Nairiku Jukan Railway are non-reserved seating. Depending on congestion, you may be required to stand. Additionally, the boarding section may be subject to change.
[About the Tour] The order of the itinerary may be changed. Please note that even if you book for two or more people, seats on the train may not be adjacent or may be separated.

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