See & Do
World Maple Park ‘Hirara’
Used to be an elementary school, this beautifully restored old schoolhouse has been revived as a library, café, and art…
Cherry blossoms at Nabari Central Park
Nabari Central Park is famous for a beautiful tunnel of cherry trees. Every year from late March through the middle…
Akame Waterfall Meditation
Purify your body and soul by self-meditating under the holy waterfall. It takes place at Dainichi Falls, located off-trail at…
Torimiyama Park
Throughout the year, there is always something to see in this natural park: thousands of azaleas in early summer and…
Niukawakami Shrine (Middle Shrine)
The Niukawakami Shrine is located in the village of Higashiyoshino, an area that in ancient times had very close ties…
Gorge Walking at Akame 48 Waterfalls
We are currently unable to offer this activity Gorge walking is known as Sawanobori (沢登り) or shower climbing in Japan…
Lizard’s Tail Garden of Okada Valley
A beautiful green and white carpet created by lizard's tails in the valley in summer Here in Okada Valley, a…
Hiyoshi-no-sato Marché
Enjoy shopping for various items from Higashiyoshino Village. The marché sells Locally grown produce such as fresh vegetables, wooden crafts,…
Kono-ji Temple
Konoji is assumed to be erected in 740 (Tenpyo 12, era of Emperor Shomu) by monk Gyoki and established its…
Chokyu-ji Temple
This ancient branch temple of Todaiji Kaidanin has 88 Jizo statues (guardian deity of travelers and children) installed by Chiryu-Shonin,…
Soni Highland Farm Garden & Okame no Yu
Located at the entrance to Soni Highland, Soni Highland Farm Garden is a great place to relax and take a…
Butsuryu-ji Temple
This temple is widely believed to have been founded in the year 850 by Kenne, a notable disciple of Kukai,…
Weeping cherry blossoms at the Daisho-ji Temple Ruins
Said to be over 300 years old, the aged blossoms of this Shidare-zakura (weeping cherry blossoms) continue to delight a large…
Akame 48 Waterfalls
Refresh your spirit along one of Japan’s greatest hiking trails – a pristine forest that’s home to ninja culture and…
Uda-Matsuyama Historic Townscape
This area has prospered as a critical junction point between Kyoto, Nara, and Ise for 500 years, and was originally…
Ryuketsu Shrine
Located just up the road from Murou-ji Temple, this sacred shrine is known as one of the most mysterious and…
Murou-ji Temple
A unique temple known as the “Nyonin-Koya” or “Women’s Koya” that has a history of progressive values towards women Located…
Soni Highland
Dramatic vistas of shimmering silver and gold pampas grass This high basin and sweeping plateau lies between Mount Kuroso…
Ono-ji Temple
This temple is renowned for two very impressive 300-year-old shidare-zakura weeping cherry blossom trees, as well as 10 other trees…
Forest Park Konoyama
An entire mountain transformed into an outdoor playground! This prefectural nature park offers activities, attractions, and outdoor fun through all…
Mount Takami
Magnificent views and mysterious rime ice on the “Matterhorn of Kansai” Mount Takami is located on the border between Higashiyoshino…
Murou Art Forest
A delightful open-air museum and collection of art installations located in the heart of Murou village, based on a concept…
Weeping cherry blossoms at Hozo-ji Temple
Weeping cherry blossoms and an intriguing hidden history Great samurai general Toyotomi Hideyoshi is said to have ordered to…
