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Day 1: Experience Japan in a Day: A Compact Cultural Journey with a Once-a-Year Festival

3 stops
Meals: lunch
Accommodation: YAMAHA resort Katsuragi Kitanomaru 2505-2 Ugari, Fukuroi, Shizuoka 437-0121

Kakegawa Station

Your adventure begins at Kakegawa Station. Embark on a journey to immerse yourself in Japan's rich history and culture—all in one compact experience!

Kakegawa Castle

2h
Admission ticket not included

Discover one of Japan's only two surviving wooden castle towers, a rare glimpse into history, and explore the 'Goten,' a palace that reveals the lifestyle of Edo-era lords. For those interested, a matcha tea ceremony experience in a traditional tea room is also available.

Mori

You can enjoy the parade of beautiful portable shrine floats through Morimachi from the best viewpoint. You will watch a dance performed by mystical dancers on the beautiful mikoshi floats gathered at Mishima Shrine. After the dance, the Maiko dancers will be escorted back to their respective towns on the mikoshi floats by the festival participants.

Day 2: Experience Morimachi Culture

3 stops
Meals: lunch
Accommodation: Not included

Mori-machi

You can visit Oguni Shrine, one of the highest-ranking shrines in Japan, with a guide and enjoy several cultural spots on the grounds of the shrine and a walking trail with beautiful autumn leaves. You can enjoy shopping and snacks at Kotomachi Yokocho in front of the shrine.

Mori-machi

You can choose one of two unique activities: Kyudo Archery at a Shrine: Learn the art of traditional Japanese archery from a Shinto priest. You'll have the chance to shoot arrows and receive a commemorative goshuin (shrine stamp). Calligraphy with Artist Suikou: Visit Suikou’s atelier and learn the art of Japanese calligraphy directly from the artist. You can take home your personally written piece as a meaningful souvenir. Both options offer a hands-on cultural experience you’ll never forget!

Mori-machi

Visit the studio where beautiful red pottery called “Akayaki” is made, a special type of pottery in Morimachi. It is also available for purchase.

Location

Activity location

Meeting/Redemption Point

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