Kansai, where you can “Experience the Real Japan” that you have been looking for.

Experience the unique character of Osaka by watching Noh performance at the main shrine of Osaka Temmangu Shrine and strolling through Tenjinbashi-suji Shopping Arcade.

The ancient capital of Kyoto is one of Japan’s most popular tourist destinations. You will experience the “authentic” tea ceremony and Noh performance that have been nurtured over 1,200 years of history, and meet the people who have inherited them.

Spend some quality time in the hometown of Echizen washi, meeting traditional craftsmen with distinguished skills, and having an extraordinary experience of spiritual Zen practice in peace.

Kobe is a port city that was established early in Japan. Enjoy the unique culture of Hyogo, where tradition and modernism are interwoven. The tour highlight is a private Takigi Noh performance at a shrine overlooking the night view of Kobe.

In the past, visiting the Ise Shrine (Oise-mairi) was the greatest entertainment for people, but for those who were not able to make it, the Ise Daikagura has traveled all over Japan, praying and performing entertainment arts for them. You will witness their finely honed skills and spirit.

You will visit ancient shrines and temples, and encounter the original scenery of nature and prayers in the ancient capital of Nara. The words of monks who have practiced the rigorous training of Shugendo will be spiritual nourishment for your life.

You will visit Miidera Temple, an ancient temple that houses 64 national treasures, to experience Zen meditation in an area that is normally closed to the public, and stay at a Shukubo, a lodging house in the temple’s precinct. You will feel the temple’s long history and enjoy the precious cultural assets to your heart’s content.

Traveling to the east and west of Tokushima will allow you to trace the rich nature and culture of each region. A special performance of “Awa Ningyo Joruri” (Japanese traditional puppet show), a folk performing art unique in the world, will be held in an outdoor theater with the support of local residents.

Tottori’s environment is said to be ideal for craftsmanship because it is away from the bustle of big cities. You will meet Akihiro Maeda, a living national treasure who has been creating white porcelain for many years, to learn his thoughts about the local area and his work.

Since ancient times, Kumano has been referred to as a “sacred place of rebirth”. It is believed that this sacred place deep in the mountain, where the gods are enshrined, will revive the spirit and give new vitality to the visitors. You will walk the former pilgrimage route, Kumano Kodo, and make a special visit to the Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine.