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Stay at a cultural property! A 1-night, 2-day tour to enjoy the scenery and gourmet experiences of Higashi-Omi.
Stay at a cultural property! A 1-night, 2-day tour to enjoy the scenery and gourmet experiences of Higashi-Omi.
Stay at a cultural property! A 1-night, 2-day tour to enjoy the scenery and gourmet experiences of Higashi-Omi.
Stay at a cultural property! A 1-night, 2-day tour to enjoy the scenery and gourmet experiences of Higashi-Omi.
Stay at a cultural property! A 1-night, 2-day tour to enjoy the scenery and gourmet experiences of Higashi-Omi.
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Stay at a cultural property! A 1-night, 2-day tour to enjoy the scenery and gourmet experiences of Higashi-Omi.


Duration:2 day(s)
Free cancellation 16 day(s) prior to experience date
Please present the e-voucher on-site

・Stay at ``NIPPONIA Gokasou Omi Merchant Town,'' a renovated mansion of wealthy merchant Uhei Tonomura, which is also a cultural property of the city.
・Visit the beautiful townscape of Gokasho, which has been registered as a nationally important preservation district for groups of traditional buildings.
・Enjoy the experience of wearing a kimono and a photo walk of Gokasou where you can feel the history and tradition in kimono.
・At your accommodation, you will enjoy a Japanese course meal that gives you a taste of Omi's seasons, including Omi beef, one of Japan's three major types of Japanese beef, and lake fish dishes.
・Visit a traditional swordsmith workshop.
・At Tarobogu Shrine, which enshrines the god of victory, we offer the experience of making your own ``original amulet.''
・Experience making fruit parfait using ingredients from Higashiomi!
(Depending on purchasing conditions, ingredients may not be from Higashiomi.)
・Transportation from Kyoto Station is included, so guests staying in Osaka can also participate!

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The Gokasho Kondo district of Higashi-Omi City is where an Omi merchant famous for his teachings of ``Sampo Yoshi'' was born.
In the countryside that spreads out on the east side of Lake Biwa, there is a beautiful townscape with a harmonious combination of traditional farmhouses and the mansions of Omi merchants who made their fortune by going from farming to peddling.

While walking through this townscape, which has been registered as a nationally important preservation district for groups of traditional buildings, wearing a kimono prepared for this tour, you can feel the teachings of Omi merchants that are connected to modern SDGs, and have dinner at your accommodation. At this rental inn, which is a renovated former Omi merchant's residence, you can enjoy the rich bounty of Omi, including Omi beef, one of Japan's three major types of Japanese beef, lake fish dishes, and a wide variety of local sake. With explanation!).

In addition, you can enjoy Koto by visiting Tarobogu Shrine, which enshrines the god of victory, a swordsmith, which is rarely seen in Japan, experiencing making fruit parfaits using local ingredients, and stopping at La Colina, famous for Baumkuchen. It will be 2 days.

*Depending on the availability of ingredients, non-local ingredients may be used to make the fruit parfait.
*Excluding the cost of Japanese sake and soft drinks for dinner, the cost of drinks with other meals is not included. You can order by paying on-site.

What You Can Expect

Duration: 2 day(s)

1 Day

  • 10:00
    From Kyoto
  • 11:15
    Arrival at Gokasho Kondo village.
  • 11:15
    Tour of the Tonomura Uhei Residence of ``NIPPONIA Gokasou Omi Merchant Town'' where you will stay
    Tour of the Tonomura Uhei Residence of ``NIPPONIA Gokasou Omi Merchant Town'' where you will stay
  • While listening to commentary from a local guide, you will tour the mansion and gardens of wealthy merchant Uhei Tonomura.
  • 12:00
    Omi beef sandwich lunch
  • 13:30
    Kimono dressing experience
  • 14:15
    Wear a kimono and stroll through the streets of Gokasho Kondo. A photographer will take photos at the photo spot. Afterwards, take a bus to Pingliu.
    Wear a kimono and stroll through the streets of Gokasho Kondo. A photographer will take photos at the photo spot. Afterwards, take a bus to Pingliu.
  • 15:00
    Experience how to make delicious Japanese tea at the Japanese Tea Cafe Tsuboroku, which is a renovated rice husk merchant's house.
    Experience how to make delicious Japanese tea at the Japanese Tea Cafe Tsuboroku, which is a renovated rice husk merchant's house.
  • 16:00
    Return to the Uhei residence, change clothes, and take a break.
  • 16:30
    Watch the sunset from Mt. Inoko, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the countryside and Lake Biwa.
  • 18:00
    Dinner and sake experience to enjoy Omi beef and the blessings of the lake country
    Dinner and sake experience to enjoy Omi beef and the blessings of the lake country
  • You will enjoy each dish explained by the head chef of ``Ryori Uoishi'', which offers hospitality cuisine that evokes the four seasons of Omi. Please enjoy it with Omi sake paired by a sommelier.
  • 20:00
    free time

2 Day

  • 07:30
    Participate in local canal cleaning activities to preserve the landscape.
  • 08:00
    Breakfast (Breakfast incorporating the menu that Omi merchants ate on the day of their departure)
  • 09:15
    After checking out, we took a bus to Tarobogu, a rocky mountain shrine dedicated to the god of victory.
  • Visit the main shrine of Tarobo Shrine.
    Visit the main shrine of Tarobo Shrine.
  • It takes about 10 minutes to climb the stairs to the main shrine.
  • 10:00
    At the Sanshuden, you can create your own amulet by combining about 70 types of amulet bags and knots.
    At the Sanshuden, you can create your own amulet by combining about 70 types of amulet bags and knots.
  • 11:00
    Swordsmith workshop tour
    Swordsmith workshop tour
  • We will observe the skills of craftsmen who create one-of-a-kind products in Higashiomi.
  • 12:00
    Experience making a fruit parfait using ingredients from Higashi-Omi at Kaname Cafe, which is certified by Omi Craftsman. After the experience, we took a bus to La Colina.
    Experience making a fruit parfait using ingredients from Higashi-Omi at Kaname Cafe, which is certified by Omi Craftsman. After the experience, we took a bus to La Colina.
  • 14:15
    Arrive at La Colina and take a free stroll.
  • 15:30
    Depart La Colina and move to Kyoto.
  • 17:00
    Arrive at Kyoto Station and leave.

Purchase Notice

・This tour is limited to 1 group.
・Minimum number of participants is 4 people or more per group. If the number of applicants is less than 3 people per group, the tour may be canceled. Please note. (Maximum capacity of 9 people per group)
・In principle, there is no charge for children. If you would like to arrange the meal menu such as kaiseki dinner for children (approximately 3 to 6 years old), please let us know.

How to Redeem Your Voucher

How to Use Your Voucher

  • Please present the e-voucher on-site

Meeting Point

Location Name: JR Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit Chartered Bus Boarding Area

Address: Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit (bus stop), Higashikujo Nishisanno-cho, Minami-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto 601-8003

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations 16 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
  • For cancellations made 8 to 15 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
  • For cancellations made 3 to 7 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
  • Cancellation is not allowed between 0–2 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 the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

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