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Enjoy a luxurious 3-day, 2-night tour staying at a prestigious ryokan in Ogawa Town, a Tangible Cultural Property. Experience the clear air and pure water of the satoyama, and indulge in the charms of washi paper, sake brewing, and Japanese cuisine.
Tour Date The year of 2024
Oct 30th - 1st Nov
6th Nov - 8th Nov
19th Nov - 21st Nov
※If you participate on this date, the schedule will change. Please check the revised schedule below.

6th Dec - 8th Dec

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Room Type: "Tagoto" Detached room
Total:
Price per Adult/Child :
Adult/Child (Age 18 & over)
USD 1,329.37
USD 1,329.37
Total:
Adult/Child (Age 18 & over)
USD 1,329.37
USD 1,329.37
Price per Adult/Child :

Built as an annex to the main Futabaro building, the construction of this room dates back to 1933, just like the main building. Although it was often used as a tea room, it is now utilized as a guest room.

Overview

Morning
3 day
Available Daily
Without pick-up
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Inclusions: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner / Accommodation fee / Experience Fee / Material Cost / English/Chinese Guide Fee / In-town Hire Car Transportation Fee

Schedule

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10:30

Meeting at Ogawamachi Station

What kind of place is Ogawa Town?
Guided Satoyama Hike in Shimozato: The history, Ecosystem, Natural beauty
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12:00
Break time at Café Mozart
13:30
Experience the "Kagami Biraki" ceremony and lunch at Matsuo Sake Brewery.
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15:00
Experience UNESCO-listed hand-made washi paper.
_DSC6935
16:15
Stay at Futaba, a kappo ryokan and cultural property.
二葉楼(外観)
About Kappo Ryokan Futaba
18:00
Dinner
料理
"Chushichi-meshi"
November 19th to 21st
07:30

Breakfast

09:00

Experience Zen meditation, sutra copying, and calligraphy at the temple.

Zen meditation experience
_DSC7081-強化-NR
Experience sutra copying and calligraphy.
_DSC7117
Visit Seiun Sake Brewery
12:30
Enjoy a special lunch with brewery's sake lees and miso.
15:00

Free time (enjoy exploring the town).

18:00
Special dinner by the former head chef of the Embassy of Japan in the UK.
85f16608-2d75-4561-be7f-a554a5d87771
November 19th to 21st
08:00

Breakfast (different menu from the previous day).

09:00
Choose one of the two experiences.
①Kimono & Tea Ceremony Experience
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②Cycling Experience
13:00
Visit Musashi Winery and enjoy lunch.
November 19th to 21st
15:00

Pick up your sake and shop at Oidenasee before the tour ends.

Transportation add-ons

Not available

Location

Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location

Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location

Important activity information

To ensure the best experience, please read the restrictions and requirements before booking.

Important activity information

Other requirements

  • On the third day, you can choose between a Kimono Dressing + Tea Ceremony Experience or a Cycling Experience. Please inform us of your choice when booking. If neither option is selected, you will participate in the tea ceremony in casual attire.

    For those opting for the kimono dressing experience, the recommended size guidelines are women up to 168cm and 65kg, and men up to 178cm and 90kg.
  • Please review the travel terms and conditions before participating. jyoken_kok_bosyu.pdf
  • Please review the Standard Travel Agency Terms and Conditions before participating.
    https://tobutoptours.jp/yakkan/2005_html/yakkanbosyu.html
  • Please note that the tour schedule may change depending on your participation date, and times may vary based on the day's circumstances. Thank you for your understanding.

Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)

  • You can book a minimum of 1 and maximum of 2.

Additional notes

  • <Travel Conditions>

    Departure Location: Ogawa Town, Hiki District, Saitama Prefecture
    Duration: 3 days
    Transportation: Hire car, etc.
    Meals: 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
    Accommodation: Kappo Ryokan Futaba
    Address: 32-32 Otsuka, Ogawa Town, Hiki District, Saitama Prefecture, 355-0328
    Tour Conductor: Yes
    Interpreter: Yes
  • <Travel Planning and Execution>
    Tobu Top Tours Co., Ltd.

    Address: Tokyo Skytree East Tower, 1-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida-ku, Tokyo, 131-0045, Japan
    Registration: Registered Travel Agency No. 38, Commissioner of the Japan Tourism Agency
  • <Authorized Sales>
    VELTRA Corporation

    Address: 5th Floor (Reception 4th Floor), Nippon Life Nihonbashi Building, 2-13-12 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, 103-0027, Japan
    Registration: Tokyo Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-5555
    Membership: Regular Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Room Type: "Sengen" Main house Guest Room
Total:
Price per Adult/Child :
Adult/Child (Age 18 & over)
USD 930.56
USD 930.56
Total:
Adult/Child (Age 18 & over)
USD 930.56
USD 930.56
Price per Adult/Child :

The guest rooms on the first floor of the main building are situated in an annex-like manner, allowing you to relax while enjoying a close view of the garden.

Overview

Morning
3 day
Available Daily
Without pick-up
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Inclusions: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner / Accommodation fee / Experience Fee / Material Cost / English/Chinese Guide Fee / In-town Hire Car Transportation Fee

Schedule

View All
10:30

Meeting at Ogawamachi Station

What kind of place is Ogawa Town?
Guided Satoyama Hike in Shimozato: The history, Ecosystem, Natural beauty
_DSC6842
12:00
Break time at Café Mozart
13:30
Experience the "Kagami Biraki" ceremony and lunch at Matsuo Sake Brewery.
_DSC6748-強化-NR
15:00
Experience UNESCO-listed hand-made washi paper.
_DSC6935
16:15
Stay at Futaba, a kappo ryokan and cultural property.
二葉楼(外観)
About Kappo Ryokan Futaba
18:00
Dinner
料理
"Chushichi-meshi"
November 19th to 21st
07:30

Breakfast

09:00

Experience Zen meditation, sutra copying, and calligraphy at the temple.

Zen meditation experience
_DSC7081-強化-NR
Experience sutra copying and calligraphy.
_DSC7117
Visit Seiun Sake Brewery
12:30
Enjoy a special lunch with brewery's sake lees and miso.
15:00

Free time (enjoy exploring the town).

18:00
Special dinner by the former head chef of the Embassy of Japan in the UK.
85f16608-2d75-4561-be7f-a554a5d87771
November 19th to 21st
08:00

Breakfast (different menu from the previous day).

09:00
Choose one of the two experiences.
①Kimono & Tea Ceremony Experience
_DSC6487
②Cycling Experience
13:00
Visit Musashi Winery and enjoy lunch.
November 19th to 21st
15:00

Pick up your sake and shop at Oidenasee before the tour ends.

Transportation add-ons

Not available

Location

Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location

Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location

Important activity information

To ensure the best experience, please read the restrictions and requirements before booking.

Important activity information

Other requirements

  • On the third day, you can choose between a Kimono Dressing + Tea Ceremony Experience or a Cycling Experience. Please inform us of your choice when booking. If neither option is selected, you will participate in the tea ceremony in casual attire.

    For those opting for the kimono dressing experience, the recommended size guidelines are women up to 168cm and 65kg, and men up to 178cm and 90kg.
  • Please review the travel terms and conditions before participating. jyoken_kok_bosyu.pdf
  • Please review the Standard Travel Agency Terms and Conditions before participating.
    https://tobutoptours.jp/yakkan/2005_html/yakkanbosyu.html
  • Please note that the tour schedule may change depending on your participation date, and times may vary based on the day's circumstances. Thank you for your understanding.

Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)

  • You can book a minimum of 1 and maximum of 2.

Additional notes

  • <Travel Conditions>

    Departure Location: Ogawa Town, Hiki District, Saitama Prefecture
    Duration: 3 days
    Transportation: Hire car, etc.
    Meals: 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
    Accommodation: Kappo Ryokan Futaba
    Address: 32-32 Otsuka, Ogawa Town, Hiki District, Saitama Prefecture, 355-0328
    Tour Conductor: Yes
    Interpreter: Yes
  • <Travel Planning and Execution>
    Tobu Top Tours Co., Ltd.

    Address: Tokyo Skytree East Tower, 1-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida-ku, Tokyo, 131-0045, Japan
    Registration: Registered Travel Agency No. 38, Commissioner of the Japan Tourism Agency
  • <Authorized Sales>
    VELTRA Corporation

    Address: 5th Floor (Reception 4th Floor), Nippon Life Nihonbashi Building, 2-13-12 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, 103-0027, Japan
    Registration: Tokyo Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-5555
    Membership: Regular Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Room Type: "Manyo" Annex
Total:
Price per Adult/Child :
Adult/Child (Age 18 & over)
USD 897.32
USD 897.32
Total:
Adult/Child (Age 18 & over)
USD 897.32
USD 897.32
Price per Adult/Child :

The guest rooms on the second floor of the new building offer a relaxing view of the garden. The room name "Manyo" is inspired by the monk Sengkaku from the Kamakura period, who significantly advanced Manyoshu studies in Ogawa Town, laying the foundation for current research.

Overview

Morning
3 day
Available Daily
Without pick-up
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Inclusions: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner / Accommodation fee / Experience Fee / Material Cost / English/Chinese Guide Fee / In-town Hire Car Transportation Fee

Schedule

View All
10:30

Meeting at Ogawamachi Station

What kind of place is Ogawa Town?
Guided Satoyama Hike in Shimozato: The history, Ecosystem, Natural beauty
_DSC6842
12:00
Break time at Café Mozart
13:30
Experience the "Kagami Biraki" ceremony and lunch at Matsuo Sake Brewery.
_DSC6748-強化-NR
15:00
Experience UNESCO-listed hand-made washi paper.
_DSC6935
16:15
Stay at Futaba, a kappo ryokan and cultural property.
二葉楼(外観)
About Kappo Ryokan Futaba
18:00
Dinner
料理
"Chushichi-meshi"
November 19th to 21st
07:30

Breakfast

09:00

Experience Zen meditation, sutra copying, and calligraphy at the temple.

Zen meditation experience
_DSC7081-強化-NR
Experience sutra copying and calligraphy.
_DSC7117
Visit Seiun Sake Brewery
12:30
Enjoy a special lunch with brewery's sake lees and miso.
15:00

Free time (enjoy exploring the town).

18:00
Special dinner by the former head chef of the Embassy of Japan in the UK.
85f16608-2d75-4561-be7f-a554a5d87771
November 19th to 21st
08:00

Breakfast (different menu from the previous day).

09:00
Choose one of the two experiences.
①Kimono & Tea Ceremony Experience
_DSC6487
②Cycling Experience
13:00
Visit Musashi Winery and enjoy lunch.
November 19th to 21st
15:00

Pick up your sake and shop at Oidenasee before the tour ends.

Transportation add-ons

Not available

Location

Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location

Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location

Important activity information

To ensure the best experience, please read the restrictions and requirements before booking.

Important activity information

Other requirements

  • On the third day, you can choose between a Kimono Dressing + Tea Ceremony Experience or a Cycling Experience. Please inform us of your choice when booking. If neither option is selected, you will participate in the tea ceremony in casual attire.

    For those opting for the kimono dressing experience, the recommended size guidelines are women up to 168cm and 65kg, and men up to 178cm and 90kg.
  • Please review the travel terms and conditions before participating. jyoken_kok_bosyu.pdf
  • Please review the Standard Travel Agency Terms and Conditions before participating.
    https://tobutoptours.jp/yakkan/2005_html/yakkanbosyu.html
  • Please note that the tour schedule may change depending on your participation date, and times may vary based on the day's circumstances. Thank you for your understanding.

Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)

  • You can book a minimum of 1 and maximum of 2.

Additional notes

  • <Travel Conditions>

    Departure Location: Ogawa Town, Hiki District, Saitama Prefecture
    Duration: 3 days
    Transportation: Hire car, etc.
    Meals: 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
    Accommodation: Kappo Ryokan Futaba
    Address: 32-32 Otsuka, Ogawa Town, Hiki District, Saitama Prefecture, 355-0328
    Tour Conductor: Yes
    Interpreter: Yes
  • <Travel Planning and Execution>
    Tobu Top Tours Co., Ltd.

    Address: Tokyo Skytree East Tower, 1-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida-ku, Tokyo, 131-0045, Japan
    Registration: Registered Travel Agency No. 38, Commissioner of the Japan Tourism Agency
  • <Authorized Sales>
    VELTRA Corporation

    Address: 5th Floor (Reception 4th Floor), Nippon Life Nihonbashi Building, 2-13-12 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, 103-0027, Japan
    Registration: Tokyo Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-5555
    Membership: Regular Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)

Activity Provider

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Payment / Cancellation Policy

Payment Methods
  • Credit card payment
Cancellation Policy
  • From 14 days to 3 days before the start date: 20% of the tour cost
    From 2 days before to the day of the start date: 50% of the tour cost
    After the tour starts or no-show: 100% of the tour cost
Operation days
  • WeekDays

Other requirements
Additional notes
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
Other requirements
Additional notes
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
Other requirements
Additional notes
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
Experience Satoyama's Blessings: At a Tangible Cultural Property Inn in Saitama
Enjoy a luxurious 3-day, 2-night tour staying at a prestigious ryokan in Ogawa Town, a Tangible Cultural Property. Experience the clear air and pure water of the satoyama, and indulge in the charms of washi paper, sake brewing, and Japanese cuisine.