You will visit Oshino Village to explore eight sacred spring ponds, experience Zen meditation at Toenji Temple, learn the oldest existing thatched house in Oshino Village, enjoy a local cuisine, Hōtō Noodle and Salt-grilled fresh fish from the clear waters of Oshino Village, and more!!
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Zen Meditation Experience / Local Cuisine Lunch
The Highlight
【English Guided Tour】No need to worry even if you don't speak Japanese. 【Oshino Village】A natural monument and a part of the World Heritage Site of Mt. Fuji. 【Zen Meditation Experience】Have an experience of Zen Meditation to face your mind in silence! 【Local Cuisine Lunch!!】Enjoy a local cuisine, Hōtō Noodle and Salt-grilled fresh fish from the clear waters. 【Historical Thatched House】Visit the oldest existing thatched house in Oshino Village,
The Experience
- Visit Oshino Hakkai (Eight spring-fed ponds).
- Experience Zen meditation at Toenji Temple in Oshino Village to face your mind in silence!
- Visit the Hannokibayashi Museum where you can see the oldest existing thatched house in Oshino Village.
- Enjoy Hōtō Noodle, a local cuisine, and Salt-grilled fresh fish from the clear waters of Oshino Village!
- A souvenir of "Kusa-mochi (mugwort steamed buns)," a Japanese sweet made with red beans and natural water.
- English guided tour, so no need to worry even if you don't speak Japanese.
- Of course, there will be free time to buy souvenirs!
- We will take care of your large baggage before departure. You can join the tour lightly.
- Free transportation from/to Kawaguchiko station and Oshino Village!
- You will also have travel insurance (with liability insurance) to cover unexpected accidents and injuries.
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- English
Languages Spoken by Guide On-site
- English
Language in Printed Materials (Booklet)
- English
Itinerary
- Oshino Hakkai Tour (Eight spring-fed ponds): In the Edo period (1603-1868), when the Fuji-Kho movement (religion: Shinto sect dedicated to the worship of Mt. Fuji) flourished, eight spring-fed ponds were designated as "Oshino Hakkai" where ascetic practitioners held purification rites before climbing Mt. Fuji. In this tour, you will visit these eight spring-fed ponds.
- Zen Meditation Experience at Toenji Temple: You will experience Zen Meditation under the guidance of the temple's Priest, who will provide an easy-to-understand explanation for first-time visitors.
- Hannoki-bayashi Museum: You will also visit the museum where you can see the oldest existing thatched house in Oshino Village, which was built in the late 18th century.
- Local Cuisine Lunch: Enjoy Hōtō Noodle, a local cuisine, and Salt-grilled fresh fish from the clear waters of Oshino Village!
- Kusa-mochi (mugwort steamed buns): It comes with a souvenir of "Kusa-mochi (mugwort steamed buns)," a Japanese sweet made with rice, red beans, and natural water from Oshino Hakkai!
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
【Minimum number of participants】2 people (maximum 6 people)
【Tour Duration】5 hours (9:00 - 14:00)
【Age】+13 years old
【Reservation method】The final deadline for tour reservations is at 3 p.m. two days prior to your desired departure date, so please be aware of this in advance.
【Payment method】Pre-pament by Credit card
【Additional Notes】The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions (All fees will be refunded).
Important Booking Information
- Meet us at "Fuji Kanko Travel” located right in front of the parking lot on the east side of Kawaguchiko Station. (Please gather 10 minutes prior to departure time).
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes and suitable clothes.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 3 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel on 2 day(s) before departure, will charge 20%
- Cancel on 1 day(s) before departure, will charge 50%
- Cancel on activities date, Non-refundable (0% refund)
