Transportation to the meeting point, local bus fare JPY 270-350, personal food and drinks

Cancellations 5 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free；For cancellations made 3 to 4 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply；For cancellations made 1 to 2 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% 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 your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.

Age range: 9-79 years old；Clothing/Items: Small change (bus fare JPY 270-350 one way), drinks, backpack, comfortable clothing, easy-to-walk-in shoes (sneakers, trekking boots), rain gear (for rainy weather)；Duration note: Includes bus travel time；Minimum participants: 2 people

[Fukushima, Fukushima City] Hiking in the Satoyama of Rain Prayers: From Fukushima's Shangri-La to the Deities of Wind and Thunder

Japan-Fukushima , Fukushima City

Booking confirmed 1 day(s) after ordering

Duration:6 hour(s)

Language(s): English / Japanese

Free cancellation 5 day(s) prior to experience date

A high-contrast hike from a Shangri-La to a woodland forest
A circular course packed with highlights
Don't forget to pick up some souvenirs to remember your time in Fukushima

[5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

Package Options

Hiking Activities

Trail/Hiking type	Cherry blossom viewing, Flower viewing, Trekking
Activity season	Spring
Tour Type	Shared tour
Minimum participant requirement	2 travelers
Activity level	Beginner
Transportation method	Transfer from meeting point

Product Info

Beginners welcome! Perfect for those just starting to hike. Join a hike led by a local mountain guide who loves the mountains and will teach you about their charm and how to enjoy hiking! (Minimum 2 people to depart) Your Fukushima-based mountain guide will lead you through Hanamiyama, a world-renowned flower spot, and the Juman-go-zan Mountain that lies behind it. In spring, climb Hanamiyama (180m above sea level), a mountain filled with a hundred blooming flowers, and enjoy views of the Azuma mountain range, the Adatara mountain range, and Fukushima City from the summit! After that, hike the woodland trail up to Juman-go-zan (429m), walk along mountain paths and forest roads, and visit spots like Chayanuma, famous for its cherry blossoms. This is a 9 km hike with an elevation gain of 353m that loops back to the entrance of Hanamiyama. Even if you are a beginner or just starting to hike, you can participate with peace of mind as a guide will accompany you. Learn about the charm of hiking and how to enjoy nature while you walk. Your experienced guide will also share advice on what to be careful about, as well as necessary equipment and clothing. ＜Schedule＞ 1. Meet at JR Fukushima Station East Exit (07:45 / 11:45) The guide will be waiting next to the Midori no Madoguchi at the JR Fukushima Station East Exit. Please inform the staff that you have a booking upon arrival. The guide will explain the confirmation and precautions. 2. Take the local bus (08:00 / 12:00) Enjoy a short local bus trip! Take the Fukushima Kotsu bus through the city center and get off at the Hanamiyama Iriguchi bus stop in the suburbs. 3. Start hiking (08:20 / 12:20) Walk to the foot of Hanamiyama while enjoying the peaceful Satoyama scenery. - Climb Hanamiyama, where the slope gradually gets steeper while enjoying the blooming flowers. - Enjoy the view of flowers spreading across the mountain slope and the Azuma mountain range towering in the distance from the Hanamiyama Summit Observatory (180m). - The trail from the Hanamiyama summit to the Juman-go-zan summit (429m) is well-maintained and easy to walk. - Descend from the Juman-go-zan summit while enjoying flower spots such as Chayanuma Park. (11:50 / 15:50) 4. Dismissal (12:30 / 16:30) After descending to the Hanamiyama Iriguchi bus stop, take the local bus back to JR Fukushima Station East Exit. The tour ends upon arrival at the East Exit. Thank you for your hard work! *Times are estimates. They may change depending on weather conditions on the day.
A high-contrast hike from a Shangri-La to a woodland forest
An easy traverse hike from a mountain famous for flowers, often called a Shangri-La in spring, to the Satoyama that towers behind it.
A circular course packed with highlights
Since it is a circular course from Hanamiyama to Juman-go-zan, you can enjoy the changing scenery without getting bored.
Don't forget to pick up some souvenirs to remember your time in Fukushima
During the Hanamiyama season, there are plenty of stalls where you can buy souvenirs before heading home.

What You Can Expect

Duration: 6 hour(s)

1 Day

Meet and check in at JR Fukushima Station. Meet and check in next to the Midori no Madoguchi in front of the East Exit ticket gate.
Bus travel. Board the bus at the station rotary to head to the site.
Start hiking. Get off at the Hanamiyama Iriguchi bus stop to start the hike.
Hanamiyama hiking. Beautiful flowers will welcome you.
Pass through Hanamiyama to the mountain trail. Walk south along the mountain trail from the Hanamiyama Observatory.
To the summit of Juman-go-zan. Juman-go-zan enshrines the deities of wind and thunder.
Wildflowers bloom along the path. Be soothed by the flowers blooming in the Satoyama on your way back.
More flower spots. You can enjoy walking without getting bored even while descending.
Take a break at the stalls. During the Hanamiyama season, there are many stalls, perfect for a quick break before the bus ride back.

Purchase Notice

Cancellation due to circumstances:

* In case of cancellation due to weather, we will either change the date or provide a full refund. (We cannot compensate for expenses such as transportation costs to the meeting point.)

Notes on participating in the course:

* Participants under 18 years old require a parent or guardian's signature. * Participation may be refused if you are intoxicated, have a hangover, or depending on your health condition. * While the tour generally proceeds in rainy weather, please note that it may be canceled or the schedule may be changed if it is judged to be dangerous according to regulations. * In case of cancellation due to weather, we will either change the date or provide a full refund. (We cannot compensate for expenses such as transportation costs to the site.) * If you cancel for personal reasons, a cancellation fee will be charged. * Please be sure to contact us if you need to cancel. [Cancellation Policy] 3-4 days before: 30% of the fee 1-2 days before: 50% of the fee On the day: 100% of the fee No-show: 100% of the fee * No cancellation fee is required in case of cancellation due to bad weather or inability to participate due to injury or illness.

Includes/Excludes

Guide fee, insurance fee

Transportation to the meeting point, local bus fare JPY 270-350, personal food and drinks

Reminders

Age range: 9-79 years old
Clothing/Items: Small change (bus fare JPY 270-350 one way), drinks, backpack, comfortable clothing, easy-to-walk-in shoes (sneakers, trekking boots), rain gear (for rainy weather)
Duration note: Includes bus travel time
Minimum participants: 2 people

Meeting Point

Location Name: 1-1 Sakae-machi, Fukushima City

Address: 1-1 Sakae-machi, Fukushima City

How to Get There

- Meeting time: 15 minutes before the scheduled meeting time - Meeting point: Next to the Midori no Madoguchi (Ticket Office) at JR Fukushima Station East Exit

Experience Location

Location Name: 1-1 Sakae-machi, Fukushima City

Address: 1-1 Sakae-machi, Fukushima City

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations 5 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
For cancellations made 3 to 4 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
For cancellations made 1 to 2 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% 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.

NOTE

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 your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.

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