Immerse in the history and traditions of Toyooka, a town known for the restoration of the endangered Oriental White Stork. Experience a special Noh performance at Kinosaki Onsen's Nishimuraya Inn.
Toyooka, where storks soar peacefully in the sky. Surrounded by the ocean, rivers, and mountains, storks live together with people who live close to nature. Enjoy a trip to experience Japanese tradition in Toyooka, which has a variety of faces, including food grown in a rich climate, historic hot springs, and a charming castle town.
Day 1
Helicopter ride from Kobe Airport to Tajima Airport. Upon arrival, you will explore the Genbudo caves, a basalt outcrop formed by primordial volcanic activity.
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- 12:30 - 14:00
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Helicopter ride from Kobe Airport to Tajima Airport. During the ride, you will enjoy an aerial view of Hyogoʼs iconic Takeda Castle Ruins. Upon landing at Tajima Airport, you will be sent to Genbudo Caves by a private car. Together with a private tour guide, you will explore the miraculous natural monument, Genbudo Caves.
Wander through the Kinosaki Onsen town with a private guide. Ascend with the aerial ropeway and embark on a unique visit to Onsenji Temple with the guide of the head monk.
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- 14:00 - 16:30
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Experience the charm of Kinosaki Onsen, a famed hot spring town in Hyogo Prefecture, dressed in a yukata robe and led by a private guide. Ride the aerial ropeway to an observatory with a panoramic view of the town and enjoy a special guided tour by the head priest of the 1300-year-old Onsenji Temple, a temple dedicated to hot springs.
Stay at Nishimuraya Inn, a well-established hot spring inn at Kinosaki Onsen.
Indulge in an appetizing dinner while watching an exclusive Noh performance by renowned Noh artists and try donning traditional Japanese attire.
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- 16:30 -
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Unwind in a suite with an open-air bath at the Kinosaki Onsen's historic Nishimuraya Inn. During dinner, delight in a distinctive and exclusive moment with private Noh performances and traditional Japanese garment-donning experiences.
Day 2
Visit the Eco Museum and contemplate our symbiotic relationship with nature.
Learn about the history of the Oriental White Storkʼs revival and their lives in the wild from a private guide.
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- 10:00 - 11:30
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As the final natural habitat of the Oriental White Stork, Toyooka is engaged in efforts to release the majestic birds into the skies once more. Delve into Toyooka's history and the cultural shifts that supported the conservation of these majestic birds, with commentary by a knowledgeable guide.
"Amita,” a restaurant promoting the localization of food consumption.
Relish an exquisite French meal featuring premium Tajima beef.
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- 11:30 - 13:30
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Dine at "Amita," a French restaurant nestled in the picturesque Tajima countryside. Savor a French full course meal using locally- sourced ingredients and premium Tajima beef.
Explore the nostalgic castle town of "Izushi,"
known as Tajima's Little Kyoto, with a private guide. Tour the backstage of "Eirakukan," the oldest playhouse in the Kinki region.
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- 13:30 -
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Wear kimonos and traverse the lush surroundings of Izushi Castle Ruins and the city's iconic "Shinkoro Clock Tower,” led by a private guide. You will also embark on an exclusive backstage tour of "Eirakukan," the oldest playhouse in the Kinki region.
Day 3
Create a personalized bag in Toyooka, also known as the Town of Bags. Craft your own unique bag
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- 09:00 -
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Design a custom order-made bag at "Masumi Hono," boasting a century-old legacy that supported and grew together with Toyookaʼs bag industry. (The production cost for the bag is not included in the travel package.) Create a memorable one-of-a-kind bag at "Masumi Hono."
warningNotes
・This plan is for local gathering and local dissolution.
・This plan is based on the entire schedule (no guaranteed arrangements).
*We will begin making arrangements as soon as we confirm your payment.
*In the unlikely event that the tour cannot be held on the date you requested, we will refund the full amount.
・The above itinerary and time are subject to change depending on transportation availability, road conditions, weather, local circumstances, etc.
・This plan does not include round-trip transportation from your home or accommodation to the site.
・Start time and contents can be changed. In that case, please contact us using the inquiry form below before making your payment. (Prices may vary depending on the case)
・Helicopters may not fly in bad weather. In that case, we will replace it with hire transportation.
・As the amount of luggage that can be loaded onto the helicopter is limited, we recommend that large luggage such as suitcases be delivered in advance.
・ If you have any food allergies, please let us know in advance.
・ We cannot serve alcohol to minors.
・Please pay for drinks/alcohol during meals on-site. For on-site payment, cash and credit cards (Visa/Mastercard/Diners Club) can be used.
・Please note that if the helicopter is unable to navigate, transportation will be by land.
・All photos are for illustrative purposes only.
cancelCancellation policy
60 to 31 days prior: 20% of package price
30 to 16 days prior: 30% of package price
15 to 7 days prior: 60% of package price
6 days prior: 75% of package price
5 to 0 days prior: 100% of package price
No-show or cancellation after the start of the tour: 100%
In the case that the customer does not pay the tour fee by the date designated by the Company, the customer shall be deemed to have cancelled the contract on the day following such date. In such case, the customer shall pay to the Company a penalty equivalent to the cancellation fee set forth in the preceding paragraph.
check_circleInclusions
Day 1:
Helicopter ride fare, interpreter fee, private guide fee, private car fare,
Genbudo Cave entrance fee, Kinosaki cable car fare, Onsenji Temple
tour fee, fee for special Noh performance (2 performers) during dinner,
and Nishimuraya Honkan (Suite with an open-air bath)
accommodation fee.
Day 2:
Interpreter fee, private guide fee, private car fare, inn breakfast cost,
Kounotori Cultural Museum entrance fee, lunch cost (French cuisine
with Tajima beef), Izushi town tour fee, Eirakukan entrance fee, and
Nishimuraya Honkan accommodation fee.
Day 3:
Interpreter fee, private car fare, and hotel breakfast cost.
blockExclusions
For arrangements concerning transport to Kobe
Airport (such as by private jet), please inquire.
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