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  Learn to Draw Manga!

  "Using art to bring happiness to people and the community." Art can excite people, it can bring them happiness. Art has limitless possibilities. We hope to share with everyone the importance of human connections and the joys of drawing through this drawing activity. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ♢Activity Details♢ Try your hand at drawing illustrations and manga! Learn about drafting, inking, and toning an original character on manga manuscript paper. First learn how to draw a woman's and man's face and then dive into the real lesson! For beginners, we will give you a lesson starting from the basics. There is no need to prepare anything in advance. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ♢Age Eligibility♢ Children in Elemantary school and above - (Younger children must be accompanied by their parent.) ♢Participants♢ Up to 4 People ♢About Suzunoki Art Design♢ Closed on Sundays, national holidays, and for the New Year's holidays, but can open if there is a request. Please contact us if you would like to try this activity during one of our holiday days. contact: info@suzunokiartd.com ♢SNS♢ 【Website】 https://suzunokiartd.com/ 【Instagram】 https://www.instagram.com/chroniel05/ 【Facebook】 https://www.facebook.com/suzunokiartd/ 【Twitter】 https://twitter.com/suzunokikun1

  Tokushima (City Center)・Naruto

  Hands-on Crafts

  Art

  JPY 3,300

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  Chalk Art Drawing! [Great for Beginners]

  "Using art to bring happiness to people and the community." Art can excite people, it can bring them happiness. Art has limitless possibilities. We hope to share with everyone the importance of human connections and the joys of drawing through this chalk art activity. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ♢Activity Details♢ Chalk Art Sign Activity Enjoy making an A4 size chalk art interior sign. Choose your favorite design: "Hamburger" or "Cupcake & Coffee" Let's give it a try! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ♢Age Eligibility♢ Elementary school aged children or older (Younger children must be accompanied by their parent/guardian.) ♢Participants♢ Up to 4 People ♢About Suzunoki Art Design♢ Closed on Sundays, national holidays, and for the New Year's holidays, but can open if there is a request. Please contact us if you would like to try chalk art during one of our holiday days. contact: info@suzunokiartd.com ♢SNS♢ 【Website】 https://suzunokiartd.com/ 【Instagram】 https://www.instagram.com/chroniel05/ 【Facebook】 https://www.facebook.com/suzunokiartd/ 【Twitter】 https://twitter.com/suzunokikun1

  Tokushima (City Center)・Naruto

  Hands-on Crafts

  Art

  JPY 3,300

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  strawberry

  PICKING

  【Fruit Garden Yuu】Strawberry Picking Plan

  We operate a strawberry farm that is open to customers to come and pick delicious strawberries. Strawberry picking is fun for everyone from children to adults. 【Plan Information】 Opening Hours: 10:00-16:00 (Admission until 15:00) The strawberry brand is known as "Benihoppe". ◎How to Select Delicious Strawberries◎ Select strawberries that are glossy and have a deep red color. The seeds around the edge of the berry should be darker in color, and the seeds in the stem should be darker as well. ◎How to Pick Strawberries◎ Clip the stem with your middle and index fingers. The position of the fingers should be such that the insides of the fingers touch the edge of the strawberry. Bend the stem at a right angle, and pull to break the stem. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Fruit Garden Yuu/Yuu Farm Information Address： 26-1, Aza Sendatsu, Ohasa-cho, Himeda, Naruto City, Tokushima Phone：080-6375-3317 Business Hours：10:00-16:00 (Admission until 15:00) HP: https://www.ichigogari-yuu.jp/

  Tokushima (City Center)・Naruto

  Fruit/Vegetable Picking

  JPY 2,200

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  Awa Ningyo Joruri Puppet Theater Plan (Includes a Special Gift!)

  This plan includes a ticket to the Awa Jurobe Yashiki Puppet Theater and an original postcard present! ◆ Enjoy Tokushima's traditional art of puppet theater (known as “Awa Ningyo Joruri” in Japanese), which was fostered by the prefecture's environment and history. ◆ After enjoying a performance, check out the Exhibition Room and even try operating a puppet. ◆ Those who purchase this plan will receive an original Awa Jurobe Yashiki Puppet Theater postcard as a present. ＜Awa Ningyo Joruri Puppet Theater – A Performing Art that Reflects the Sensibilities of the Japanese＞ The puppet play “Keisei Awa no Naruto” is a tale of family tragedy based on Jurobe Bando, a village headman who was sacrificed and killed in 1698 for a crime he didn’t commit. The Awa Jurobe Yashiki is the former residence of Jurobe Bando, and is related to the play “Keisei Awa no Naruto”. This play is performed daily at the Awa Jurobe Yashiki, and this type of puppet performance, known in Japanese as “Awa Ningyo Joruri”, is a national Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property. A narrator known as a “tayu” recites the story, adding emotion to each part, and a gidayu shamisen (three-stringed Japanese instrument) supports the tayu with a diverse array of tones that can’t be expressed in staff notation. The puppets are each performed by three people, a true rarity in the world. The sensibility of the Japanese can be seen through these puppets and their movements. [Location] Awa Jurobe Yashiki Miyajimahonura 184, Kawauchi-cho, Tokushima City, Tokushima Prefecture 〒771-0114

  Tokushima (City Center)・Naruto

  Culture

  JPY 410

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  pilgrimage

  88 temples of Shikoku

  Visit Ryozenji Temple (Temple #1) in Pilgrim's Attire!

  Why not commemorate your visit to the first temple of the 1,200-kilometer Shikoku pilgrimage by putting some of the attire used by those who make the entire journey. This arduous route is said to have been created by Kukai/Kobo Daishi (774-835), the founder of the Shingon sect of Buddhism, and consists of 88 official sacred sites and numerous other historical and religious places. Monzen-ichibangai is a store that is located in front of the main gate of Ryozenji, No. 1 of the 88 temples where many people start. For this program our experienced staff will first give you a brief lecture about the pilgrimage, then help you put on the attire. Our staff will also help to take photographs. ★☆Location★☆ Monzen Ichibangai (In front of Ryozenji Temple) 29-6 Bando Nishiyamada, Oasa-cho, Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture 779-0236 ♢15 minutes by car from Naruto IC. ♢5 minutes by car from Itano IC.

  Tokushima (City Center)・Naruto

  Culture

  JPY 1,650

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  Pilgrimage

  IndigoDyeing

  • Awadance

  Special Shikoku Pilgrimage and Indigo Dyeing Tour

  This two-day tour contains a myriad of unique experiences, such as visiting a portion of the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage, staying at a temple and experiencing religious services, learning about Tokushima's indigo industry, and seeing Tokushima's famous Awa Odori dance. ◎On Day 1 you will walk a portion of the Shikoku Pilgrimage by foot. Together with a knowledgeable guide, you will walk from Temple No.1 Ryozenji to Temple No.4. Dainichiji. That evening you will stay at Temple No.6 Anrakuji, where there is a hot spring, and take part in the evening service. You will also have the rare opportunity to view beautiful Buddhist statues and paintings located in the small pagoda on the temple grounds. ◎On Day 2 you will experience indigo dyeing at an old merchant's house and enjoy a private performance of Tokushima's famous dance, Awa Odori, by one of Tokushima's most famous dance groups. 【Details】 Price Per Person: For 1 Participant: ￥225,000～ For 2 Participants: ￥200,000～ For 3 to 4 Participants: ￥125,000～ For 5 to 9 Participants: ￥100,000～ For 10 Participants or More: ￥75,000～ ・Meals: Breakfast (1), Lunch (2), Dinner (1) ・English Interpreter/Guide ・Pilgrimage Attire (Stole, Sedge Hat, White Cotton Jacket with Sleeves) ・A support bus (small or medium sized bus) is provided during the walking pilgrimage. It is possible to change to a jumbo taxi or sedan taxi. ・In case of a large number of guests, the night service experience at Anrakuji Temple cannot be held privately. ・Rooms at Anrakuji are typically Western-style rooms with a bath and toilet. Japanese-style rooms (bathroom and toilet outside of the room) are optional. ・The price does not include the overnight stay before the event. We can make arrangements for you upon request. Please feel free to contact us for details. 【Contact】 Air Travel Tokushima Inc. Tel:088-600-8560 E-mail:aitripper@air-travel.jp

  Tokushima (City Center)・Naruto

  Hands-on Crafts

  Traditional Crafts

  Culture

  Japanese Food

  Hiking/Walking

  JPY 225,000

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  Stand Up Paddle Board

  SUP

  Hyotanjima SUP Experience 【Great for Beginners!】

  Accessible only 5 minutes on foot from Tokushima Station Hyotanjima Island is a sandbar in Tokushima City, symbolizing Tokushima City as a water city. You can experience SUP on the Shinmachi River surrounding Hyotanjima. The view of the city from the surface of the river is extraordinary and definitely impressive. SUP is a water sport that anyone can enjoy as long as you observe safety standards. Even if you are a beginner, our experienced instructors will guide you gently, so you can participate without worries. Why don't you take this opportunity to experience the fun of SUP? 【Experience time】　1 hour 【Number of participants】 1-5 people 【Meeting place】 　Fun Ride Tokushima Hyotanjima 　Minamiuchi-machi, Tokushima City, Tokushima Prefecture 770-0846 　(5 minutes walk from Tokushima Station)

  Tokushima (City Center)・Naruto

  Watersports

  JPY 4,400

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  【Kamikatsu: Kuru Kuru Kobo】Potholder Made From Rice Straw Crafting Activity

  【About Kuru Kuru Kobo】 At Kuru Kuru Kobo, we take items that would otherwise be thrown away and give them a new life as a different item. There are approximately 30 different artists who create and sell their products at Kuru Kuru Kobo, ranging from those who do sewing as a hobby, to those whose job is sewing. 【About the Activity】 Those who live in the mountains use plants that grow around them to make a variety of items. Through this plan, you can experience making one of these items that has been passed down and used in daily life. The rice straw leftover after harvesting rice was once an important item as it was used to bind together items, such as sandals or bags. This activity uses that same rice straw to make a potholder! Necessary Time: Approx. 2 Hours Price: 1,000 Yen Number of Participants: 1 - 4 ※ Reservations should be made at least 3 days in advance. 【Business Information】 Hidamari (Kuru Kuru Kobo) Address: Shimohiura 94-4 Fukuhara, Kamikatsu Town Katsuura District, Tokushima Prefecture TEL: 090-7627-4455 Activity Times/Days: Mondays (Afternoons), Tuesdays, Wednesdays (9:00 - 17:00) ※Reservations may be unavailable even for the above times depending on the circumstances.

  Kamikatsu・Kamiyama・Awa・Yoshinoga

  Hands-on Crafts

  JPY 1,000

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  【Shikoku Pilgrimage Guided Tours】Temples 1, 2, and 3

  Learn about various historical objects on the temple grounds of the first three temples along the Shikoku pilgrimage route - Temple 1, Ryōzenji, Temple 2, Gokurakuji, and Temple 3, Konsenji. Places to Visit: ◆Temple 1, Ryōzenji ◆Temple 2, Gokurakuji ◆Temple 3, Konsenji Temple 1 Ryōzenji: If you are starting your journey here, perhaps you might be interested in buying some of the accouterments – such as sedge hat, wooden staff, pilgrimage book, white pilgrim coat etc. – that people get to show that are making this journey as a henro (Shikoku pilgrim). Enjoy the atmosphere, feel free to take photographs (except for the innermost part of the main hall where the altar is), look at the various buildings and statues, and perhaps take your pilgrimage book to the temple office to have it signed and stamped. Temple 2 Gokurakuji: As you walk along the path, you will most likely be impressed by the large garden on your left and various statues on your right. After you turn left and walk a little bit further, you will see a huge tree in front of you. It is called “the cedar of long life” (chōmei sugi) and is believed to have been planted by the well-known 8th century Buddhist priest Kūkai/Kōbō Daishi, who founded many of the temples along the Shikoku Pilgrimage route. Next, go up a flight of steep stone stairs to see the main hall and Daishi hall, the latter which has a statue of Kūkai/Kōbō Daishi enshrined inside. In front of the Daishi hall are many amulets and wooden tablets related to the safe birth of a child. In fact, the large statue of Kōbō Daishi was given to the temple by a woman during the Meiji period (1868-1912) when she had a safe childbirth after visiting this temple. Temple 3 Konsenji: Recommended Points: ◆A well beside the Daishi hall, which is said to have been dug by Kōbō Daishi for the benefit of the local people when he visited here in the 9th century. It is said that if you can see your reflection in the water, you will live a long life. ◆“Benkei`s stone of strength”, which is in the garden in front of the temple office. It is believed that warrior-monk Benkei (1155-1189) lifted this stone during the 12th century when he came here on his way to fight in the Battle of Yashima in present-day Kagawa prefecture. Price (Per Person) Group of 1: 40,000 Yen Group of 2: 20,000 Yen Group of 3: 13,000 Yen Group of 4: 10,000 Yen Age: 10 & Older Walking Distance: Approx. 6.5 km Time Needed: Approx. 5 Hours *The schedule is only an estimate and may change depending on the day, weather, etc.

  Tokushima (City Center)・Naruto

  Culture

  Hiking/Walking

  JPY 10,000

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  【Shikoku Pilgrimage Guided Tours】Cranes and Dragons – Hike to Temple 20 and 21 (9 hours)

  Learn about various historical objects on the temple grounds of the first two temples along the Shikoku pilgrimage route - Temple 20, Kakurinji and Temple 21, Tairyūji. Places to Visit: ◆Temple 20, Kakurinji ◆Temple 21, Tairyūji Price (Per Person) Group of 1: 90,000 Yen Group of 2: 45,000 Yen Group of 3: 30,000 Yen Group of 4: 22,500 Yen (For more than four people, please contact us. Max: 7 people) Age: 15 & Older Walking Distance: Approx. 10 km Time Needed: Approx. 9 Hours *The schedule is only an estimate and may change depending on the day, weather, etc.

  Minami・Mugi・Shishikui

  Culture

  Hiking/Walking

  JPY 22,500

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  【Kamikatsu: Kuru Kuru Kobo】Fly Swatter Made from Chinese Palm Leaves

  【About Kuru Kuru Kobo】 At Kuru Kuru Kobo, we take items that would otherwise be thrown away and give them a new life as a different item. There are approximately 30 different artists who create and sell their products at Kuru Kuru Kobo, ranging from those who do sewing as a hobby, to those whose job is sewing. 【About the Activity】 Those who live in the mountains use plants that grow around them to make a variety of items. Through this plan, you can experience making one of these items that has been passed down and used in daily life. Chinese palm trees are found in many yards and fields. The bark is peeled to make ropes, brooms, and more. Through this activity, you can make a fly swatter using the leaves from these trees! Necessary Time: Approx. 30 Minutes Price: 500 Yen Number of Participants: 1 - 4 ※ Reservations should be made at least 3 days in advance. 【Business Information】 Hidamari (Kuru Kuru Kobo) Address: Shimohiura 94-4 Fukuhara, Kamikatsu Town Katsuura District, Tokushima Prefecture TEL: 090-7627-4455 Activity Times/Days: Mondays (Afternoons), Tuesdays, Wednesdays (9:00 - 17:00) ※Reservations may be unavailable even for the above times depending on the circumstances.

  Kamikatsu・Kamiyama・Awa・Yoshinoga

  Hands-on Crafts

  JPY 500

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  【Shikoku Pilgrimage Guided Tours】Visit Three Temples, One Shrine, and the Naruto German House (8 Hours)

  Learn about various historical objects on the temple grounds of the first three temples along the Shikoku pilgrimage route - Temple 1, Ryōzenji, Temple 2, Gokurakuji, and Temple 3, Konsenji; one of the largest Shinto shrines in Tokushima; and the Naruto German House, a "museum" about the German POWs. Places to Visit: ◆Temple 1, Ryōzenji ◆Temple 2, Gokurakuji ◆Temple 3, Konsenji ◆Oasa Hiko Jinja Shrine ◆Naruto German House Temple 1 Ryōzenji: If you are starting your journey here, perhaps you might be interested in buying some of the accouterments – such as sedge hat, wooden staff, pilgrimage book, white pilgrim coat etc. – that people get to show that are making this journey as a henro (Shikoku pilgrim). Enjoy the atmosphere, feel free to take photographs (except for the innermost part of the main hall where the altar is), look at the various buildings and statues, and perhaps take your pilgrimage book to the temple office to have it signed and stamped. Temple 2 Gokurakuji: As you walk along the path, you will most likely be impressed by the large garden on your left and various statues on your right. After you turn left and walk a little bit further, you will see a huge tree in front of you. It is called “the cedar of long life” (chōmei sugi) and is believed to have been planted by the well-known 8th century Buddhist priest Kūkai/Kōbō Daishi, who founded many of the temples along the Shikoku Pilgrimage route. Next, go up a flight of steep stone stairs to see the main hall and Daishi hall, the latter which has a statue of Kūkai/Kōbō Daishi enshrined inside. In front of the Daishi hall are many amulets and wooden tablets related to the safe birth of a child. In fact, the large statue of Kōbō Daishi was given to the temple by a woman during the Meiji period (1868-1912) when she had a safe childbirth after visiting this temple. Temple 3 Konsenji: Recommended Points: ◆A well beside the Daishi hall, which is said to have been dug by Kōbō Daishi for the benefit of the local people when he visited here in the 9th century. It is said that if you can see your reflection in the water, you will live a long life. ◆“Benkei`s stone of strength”, which is in the garden in front of the temple office. It is believed that warrior-monk Benkei (1155-1189) lifted this stone during the 12th century when he came here on his way to fight in the Battle of Yashima in present-day Kagawa prefecture. Price (Per Person) Group of 1: 50,000 Yen Group of 2: 25,000 Yen Group of 3: 16,500 Yen Group of 4: 12,500 Yen (For more than four people, please contact us) Age: 10 & Older Walking Distance: Approx. 9 km Time Needed: Approx. 8 Hours *The schedule is only an estimate and may change depending on the day, weather, etc.

  Tokushima (City Center)・Naruto

  Culture

  Hiking/Walking

  JPY 12,500

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  【Fruits Garden Yamagata】Strawberry Picking Plan

  【About Fruits Garden Yamagata】 Strawberries grown with care given to each small fruit. Large and ripe Japanese pears that are safe and deliciously sweet. Here at Yamagata, we put love and care into growing each and every one of our fruits. Our farm also houses a direct sales shop that sells fresh fruits and processed goods made with fruits, as well as the FGY Café that opened in April. Enjoy authentic sweets produced by our farm, which was established back in 1923. 【About Strawberry Picking 🍓】 Strawberry picking is available each year from January to June. Enjoy the special taste of freshly picked strawberries, only available directly from the farm! Uzushio Berries: An original fertilizer blend of natural seaweed extract and clam shells taken from the Naruto Sea is used. In addition, bonito extract and calcium organic acid fertilizer are applied to the leaves to create a perfect balance of sweetness, acidity and flavor resulting in Fruits Garden Yamagata's original strawberry brand. 【Price】 Adults: 2,300 Yen Children (Age 6 - 12): 1,800 Yen Children (Age 3 - 5): 1,300 Yen Children (Age 1 - 2): 600 Yen Infants (Less Than 1 Year of Age): Free Pet (First Pet): 1,000 Yen ※ Please read points of caution. Pet (Second Pet +): 500 Yen (Per Pet) ※ Please read points of caution. Strawberry Picking Time: 1 Hour Time Period: Early January - Early June Entrance Times: 10:00 - 16:00 (Last Entrance at 15:00) 【※ Pets Points of Caution】 ① Pets must be in a cart or carrier while in the strawberry house. (Carts are available for rent, so please do inquire.) ② Large-sized dogs are not allowed in the strawberry house and must be leashed in the designated area. ③ In order to prevent your dog from peeing in the strawberry house, please have them pee prior to the strawberry picking. (Peeing in the strawberry house is strictly prohibited!) ④ Pets are not allowed to directly eat from the strawberry plants. ⑤ Please do not block the paths with the pet carts. ⑥ Please properly brush your pet/have them wear clothes in order to prevent their fur from flying around. ⑦ There is no strawberry house exclusively for dogs, so please be considerate of others who may not be good with dogs/animals. 【Company Details】 Fruits Garden Yamagata Address: Oshiro 645-1, Otsu-cho, Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture Office Hours: 9:00 - 17:00 Garden Hours: 10:00 - 16:00 (Entrance is Until 15:00) Café Hours: 11:00 - 17:00 (LO Dining In: 16:00, LO Dining Out: 16:30) Direct Sales Shop Hours: 9:00 - 17:00 Parking: Available

  Tokushima (City Center)・Naruto

  Fruit/Vegetable Picking

  JPY 2,300

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  Tokushima Central Park Tour (3~3.5 hours)

  Explore the Tokushima Central Park and Castle Museum! Places to Visit: ◆Tokushima Central Park ◆Tokushima Castle Museum and Gardens Price (Per Person) Group of 1: 20,000 Yen Group of 2: 10,000 Yen Group of 3: 7,000 Yen Group of 4: 5,000 Yen Age: 10 & Older Time Needed: Approx. 3 ~ 3.5 Hours ＊The schedule is only an estimate and may change depending on the day, weather, etc. ＊The tour time can be changed according to your schedule. ＊This tour is not available on Mondays when the castle museum and gardens are closed.

  Tokushima (City Center)・Naruto

  Culture

  Hiking/Walking

  JPY 5,000

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  【Ducky House】Ducky River Rafting (Experienced B Course)

  【About Ducky House】 Ducky House is an outdoor activity center that is operated by TOGAWA Rekusa. We offer a variety of outdoor sports, such as river rafting, rock climbing, caving, and trekking in southern Tokushima, a place which offers beautiful mountains, rivers, and seas. We aim to support participants so that they can enjoy the challenges and discoveries that nature has to offer! 【About the Course】 A thrilling and long course filled with rapids that is aimed at those with plenty of endurance. 7.5 km ・This course is designed for those who have finished the A Course. ・There are no restrooms available near the finish-ine. ・In the unlikely event of injury, first-aid and accident insurance are available. However, slight injuries such as bruises and scrapes are not covered. ・Please prepare the proper indicated clothes for a safe experience. ・Drinking alcohol/smoking is prohibited during the activity. ・The activity may be cancelled due to poor weather or other factors. In such a case, we are unable to compensate travel expenses. ※First-time participants should apply for the Beginner's A Course. Number of Participants: 2 - 4 【Company Information】 TOGAWA Rekusa (Ducky House) Address: Suehiro 11, Kurotsuchicho, Anan City, Tokushima Prefecture Parking: Available TEL: 090-7624-1515 Website: http://www.togawa.tanuki.jp/ Activity Time Period: Late April - Mid-October

  Anan・Naka・Kito

  Watersports

  JPY 8,500

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  【Shikoku Pilgrimage Guided Tours】The Hair of Two Women Enshrined at Two Temples (7 hours)

  Learn about various historical objects on the temple grounds of two of the temples along the Shikoku pilgrimage route - Temple 18, Ozanji and Temple 19, Tatsueji, as well as a mini-Shikoku pilgrimage route. Places to Visit: ◆Temple 18, Onzanji ◆Temple 19, Tatsueji ◆Mini-Shikoku pilgrimage route Price (Per Person) Group of 1: 50,000 Yen Group of 2: 25,000 Yen Group of 3: 16,500 Yen Group of 4: 12,500 Yen (For more than four people, please contact us) Walking Distance: Approx. 10 km Time Needed: Approx. 7 Hours *The schedule is only an estimate and may change depending on the day, weather, etc.

  Anan・Naka・Kito

  Culture

  Hiking/Walking

  JPY 12,500

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  【Shikoku Pilgrimage Guided Tours】Temples 1 to 5

  Learn about various historical objects on the temple grounds of the first five temples along the Shikoku pilgrimage route - Temple 1, Ryōzenji; Temple 2, Gokurakuji; Temple 3, Konsenji; Temple 4, Dainichiji; and Temple 5, Jizōji. Places to Visit: ◆Temple 1, Ryōzenji ◆Temple 2, Gokurakuji ◆Temple 3, Konsenji ◆Temple 4, Dainichiji ◆Temple 5, Jizōji Temple 1 Ryōzenji: If you are starting your journey here, perhaps you might be interested in buying some of the accouterments – such as sedge hat, wooden staff, pilgrimage book, white pilgrim coat etc. – that people get to show that are making this journey as a henro (Shikoku pilgrim). Enjoy the atmosphere, feel free to take photographs (except for the innermost part of the main hall where the altar is), look at the various buildings and statues, and perhaps take your pilgrimage book to the temple office to have it signed and stamped. Temple 2 Gokurakuji: As you walk along the path, you will most likely be impressed by the large garden on your left and various statues on your right. After you turn left and walk a little bit further, you will see a huge tree in front of you. It is called “the cedar of long life” (chōmei sugi) and is believed to have been planted by the well-known 8th century Buddhist priest Kūkai/Kōbō Daishi, who founded many of the temples along the Shikoku Pilgrimage route. Next, go up a flight of steep stone stairs to see the main hall and Daishi hall, the latter which has a statue of Kūkai/Kōbō Daishi enshrined inside. In front of the Daishi hall are many amulets and wooden tablets related to the safe birth of a child. In fact, the large statue of Kōbō Daishi was given to the temple by a woman during the Meiji period (1868-1912) when she had a safe childbirth after visiting this temple. Temple 3 Konsenji: Recommended Points: ◆A well beside the Daishi hall, which is said to have been dug by Kōbō Daishi for the benefit of the local people when he visited here in the 9th century. It is said that if you can see your reflection in the water, you will live a long life. ◆ “Benkei`s stone of strength”, which is in the garden in front of the temple office. It is believed that warrior-monk Benkei (1155-1189) lifted this stone during the 12th century when he came here on his way to fight in the Battle of Yashima in present-day Kagawa prefecture. Temple 4 Dainichiji: Over the past few years Dainichiji has been involved an extensive restoration project including rebuilding the main gate and restoring thirty-three wooden statues made in the 18th century that represent each temple along the 33-sacred site pilgrimage route in the Saigoku region. These statues are located in a covered corridor between the main hall and the Daishi hall. Temple 5 Jizōji: It's recommended to go into the “500 Rakan” building up the stairs behind the temple. Inside the U-shaped building, you will see approximately 200 wooden statues of rakan (arhats in English), which are disciples of Buddha. At the end of the building, you will see many small wooden statues representing the main deities of the pilgrimage routes around Shikoku, Bando, Chichibu and Saigoku. Price (Per Person) Group of 1: 60,000 Yen Group of 2: 30,000 Yen Group of 3: 20,000 Yen Group of 4: 15,000 Yen Age: 14 & Older Walking Distance: Approx. 12 km Time Needed: Approx. 9 Hours *The schedule is only an estimate and may change depending on the day, weather, etc.

  Tokushima (City Center)・Naruto

  Culture

  Hiking/Walking

  JPY 15,000

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  【Shikoku Pilgrimage Guided Tours】Spiritual Checkpoint Temple Tour (6 hours)

  Learn about the tales, blessings, and history of Shikoku pilgrimage temple 19, Tatsueji; and walk a mini Shikoku pilgrimage. Places to Visit: ◆Temple 19, Tatsueji ◆Place where a woman called Okyo lived in the 1800s ◆Mini 88-temple Shikoku pilgrimage route Price (Per Person) Group of 1: 40,000 Yen Group of 2: 20,000 Yen Group of 3: 13,000 Yen Group of 4: 10,000 Yen (For more than four people, please contact us) Age: 10 & Older Walking Distance: Approx. 8 km Time Needed: Approx. 6 Hours *The schedule is only an estimate and may change depending on the day, weather, etc.

  Anan・Naka・Kito

  Culture

  Hiking/Walking

  JPY 10,000

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  Deeper into the Valley! Explore the Mysterious Oku Iya Valley!【Guided Tour】

  Visit the representative sightseeing spots of the Oku Iya Valley via taxi together with a guide! 【Tsuzuki Shoten: Iya Soba Making + Lunch】 Since long ago it has been difficult to grow rice in the Iya area, so soba (buckwheat) was grown in its place. As such, "Iya Soba" has become a staple food of the area. At Tsuzuki Shoten, a local, elderly woman will teach you how to properly make Iya Soba. Afterwards, you can enjoy the soba you made by hand along with a lunch comprised of mountain vegetables. 【Oku Iya Double Kazurabashi Vine Bridges】 Often called an unexplored area of Japan, two vine bridges, the male bridge and female bridge, remain here. There are large spaces in-between the bridge steps, so you can completely see the river below you. It's sure to be a thrilling experience! 【Nagoro - The Scarecrow Village】 The village of Nagoro, often called The Scarecrow Village, has more scarecrow residents than human ones! The scarecrows can be seen throughout the village, doing farm work, talking amongst themselves, studying at the school, etc. They are made by one woman who bases them off of people who used to live in the village. As she continued to make more and more scarecrows, the village eventually became quite well-known! 【Ochiai Village Viewing Platform】 This village is settled on the steep slopes of the mountain, and the viewing platform offers a beautiful, sweeping view. It evokes a strong images of Japan's mountainous villages. 【Price per Person】 For Groups of 2 - 3: 29,000 Yen For Groups of 1: 48,000 Yen 【Minimum Number of Participants】 1 【Maximum Number of Participants】 3 【Required Time】 Approx. 6 Hours 35 Min. 【Meeting Place】 Oboke Station (For those coming from Tokushima Station, there is a train that departs at 9:00 AM (Arrives at 10:37 AM).)

  Iya・Oboke・Ikeda

  Culture

  Japanese Food

  Food Making

  JPY 29,000

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