【Chiba/Isumi】 Kasamori-ji Temple, Masterpieces by Nami no Ihachi (Roots of Ukiyo-e), Sake Brewery Tour & Tasting [English Guide/Private Transfer Included]

• Escape the hustle and bustle of Tokyo for a special day exploring Japan's spirituality and authentic art with your own feet and senses. In the morning, we will visit Kasamori-kannon, an ancient temple nestled in a deep forest. Climb the steep stone steps to observe the structure of the 'Shiho Kake-zukuri,' the only wooden architecture in Japan built on a rock without using a single nail. Look down at the breathtaking scenery of Boso from the corridor that seems to float in the sky, and experience the tranquility of traditional architecture in harmony with nature. In the afternoon, step inside Gyogan-ji Temple to view the masterpiece 'Waves and Treasure Orb' by the genius sculptor 'Nami no Ihachi,' who influenced the world-famous ukiyo-e artist Katsushika Hokusai. Next, we will admire another large and dynamic masterpiece by the sculptor 'Nami no Ihachi,' who influenced Hokusai. Explore authentic Japanese art at Iizuna-ji, the 'Temple of Tengu.' This is an intellectual art exploration time to decipher the roots of Japanese art that surprised the world. To conclude the journey, we will visit the long-established 'Inahana Sake Brewery,' nurtured by the local climate. Enter the real brewing site, not a tourist facility, to observe the mechanism of 'fermentation,' the root of Japanese cuisine, and then compare and taste premium sake crafted by artisans. This is a small-group private tour where you can deeply learn the essence of Japan through dynamic nature walks, intellectual art exploration, and interactions with local industries.
• Visit one of Japan's leading traditional architectures, a miraculous wooden structure floating in the forest
• Experience the only 'Shiho Kake-zukuri' architecture in Japan, a miraculous wooden structure floating in the forest. The solemn atmosphere of this Important Cultural Property and the contrast with the stunning scenery will leave a deep impression.
• The roots of Katsushika Hokusai's 'The Great Wave off Kanagawa,' visit the masterpieces of an unknown genius sculptor
• At a local temple that has not been overly commercialized, you will view two masterpieces by the genius sculptor 'Nami no Ihachi,' who influenced Katsushika Hokusai.
• Experience local industry and 'fermentation (well-being)' through 'Sake'
• Learn about the process of how fine sake is born through 'fermentation,' the root of Japanese cuisine, at a traditional sake brewery where the bacteria that make sake reside, and taste the fine sake imbued with the artisan's spirit.

Meeting time:

• 8:00

Meeting point:

• A private transfer vehicle will pick you up at your hotel or a designated location. (Limited to Bunkyo, Chiyoda, Chuo, Edogawa, Koto, Minato, Shibuya, Shinagawa, Shinjuku, Sumida, Taito, and Toshima wards in Tokyo)

Address:

• Your hotel or designated location