A product unique to Setouchi that combines samurai culture and traditional Japanese brewing techniques that attract fans from all over the world.
A guide to a journey of history and taste. From Hiroshima and Onomichi to Shikoku and Ehime, the crossroads of Seto invite you on a new journey.
A tour and experience of the sword finishing process with an explanation of tatara and sword culture by Japan's first foreign swordsmith
A tour to learn the traditional techniques of tatara iron making and Japanese swords with Japan's first foreign swordsmith Johan.
We provide a special opportunity to experience Japanese craftsmanship and culture first-hand by observing and experiencing the sword finishing process.
Plan
Experience wearing armor and kimono at a scenic spot, and professional photographer and drone photography
Wearing armor from the Sengoku period, a professional photographer will take pictures of you at a scenic point.
Furthermore, this is an experience tour that uses a drone to take aerial photographs and captures the spectacular scenery as well as special moments that make you feel like a military commander.
Experience outdoor tea at a special observation deck at Senko-ji Temple with a beautiful view of the town of Onomichi and the islands of the Seto Inland Sea.
Enjoy an open-air tea experience led by a world-class Japanese tea expert at Senkoji Temple, which commands a spectacular view of Onomichi.
This is a luxurious tour where you can spend a special time enjoying the beauty of Japan and the spirit of tea.
The workshop where you can make a delicious latte using your own matcha tea is very popular.
Experience the history of Shugendo and the mystery of the sacred mountain by going to the waterfall and experiencing the conch shell
Experience authentic Shugendo at the sacred mountain of Mt. Ishizuchi. Blow the conch shell used by samurai in battle, offer prayers, and purify your mind and body by walking under the waterfall.
This is a special tour where you can become one with nature and relive ancient training.
(Waterfall line is not held in winter)
Experience traditional Japanese brewing culture! Sake brewery tour and sake tasting tour
A tour to learn Japanese brewing techniques at a traditional sake brewery and learn about the craftsmen's commitment.
A luxurious experience awaits where you can experience the deep flavors and history of sake through the tasting of carefully selected sake.
Agenda
Total of 5 nights and 6 days
(1st day: Gather at Hiroshima Station 12:00 ~ 6th day: Dismiss at Onomichi Station 12:00, total 144 hours)
1 Day
Sake brewery experience/cuisine where you can enjoy sake (Higashihiroshima City)
2 Day
Tatara culture and sword finishing workshop tour (Shobara City or Mihara City)
3 Day
Vinegar or soy sauce brewery tour, cooking using brewed seasonings, Senkoji tea ceremony experience (Onomichi City)
4 Day
Armor experience (Onomichi City or Mihara City)
5 Day