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Nature/Adventure
Walking/Hiking
Fukushima
Just 5 minutes from Fukushima Station (accessible by Shinkansen)! Enjoy Tohoku's natural beauty on an easy, low-altitude hike!

See Japan's Largest Straw Sandal and Stunning Views on a Short Trip to Mt. Shinobu by Car and on Foot! - Fukushima Prefecture

USD50.98(JPY8,000)

  • A confirmation email for your reservation will be sent to you within 48 hours.
    *If your reservation cannot be completed, WAmazing Play will process your refund.
  • Required Time:
    120minutes

    *From on-site meet-up to finish, including lunch break time

  • Reservation Time:
    09:50 / 10:50 / 11:50 / 12:50 / 13:50
  • Supported Languages:
    Japanese / Mandarin / English
Participants(Min.):
1 Person
Participants(Max.):
15 People
Min. Participants Required For Activity:
4 People
Payment Method:
Credit Card (VISA/MASTER/AMERICAN EXPRESS/JCB)
Fee:
Adult(Aged 13 years and above) USD 50.98
Child(6 years - 12 years) USD 25.49
Preschooler(0 years - 5 years) USD 0.00
Age (Min.):
0 years old
Parent/ Guardian Required:
Under 13 years old
Cancellation:
Yes
Booking deadline:
14 days prior by 17:00

Activity

The ideal short hike—cover the highlights without expending too much energy

Perfect for those who want to see the main spots in a short amount of time. This course allows you to travel at a relaxed pace in your own car.

Discover Mt. Shinobu's top spots, including the 12-meter-long Fukushima Waraji (straw sandal)—the largest in Japan!

Explore the highlights of Mt. Shinobu all in one trip, including Japan's largest straw sandal—an offering from the local people to pray for strong and healthy legs.

Experience the history, culture, and sacred spots of Mt. Shinobu, once a place for mountain worship

Take a journey to discover the mountain's spiritual heritage and hidden sacred spots.

Enjoy a picnic lunch at the scenic Karasugasaki Observation Deck during your half-day trip!

Savor a picnic lunch surrounded by nature on this short trip.

Visit together with a Japanese-speaking tour guide (optional interpreter service available)

Your guide will provide an easy-to-understand introduction to Mt. Shinobu's hidden history and culture.


Schedule

  • Arrival procedures

    Show the reservation page from your My Page upon arrival.

  • Travel in your own car, visit Haguro Shrine, park at Gassan parking lot, and explore Mt. Yudono Shrine

    Take a short stroll near the mountain's summit, and enjoy views of the cliffs and the city below.

  • Enjoy a picnic lunch at the scenic Karasugasaki Observation Deck

    Enjoy a picnic lunch at Karasugasaki Observation Deck with panoramic views of the Fukushima Basin, and take your time soaking in the scenery.

  • Visit the sacred spot, Zazen Rock

    Visit Zazen Rock (the Seat of Meditation), with links to the legendary monk Kobo Daishi, and feel the spiritual power of mountain worship.

  • End of experience

    After exploring the main spots, end your tour at Fukushima Gokoku Shrine, where you'll receive a special tour-exclusive omamori (amulet).


Included in the Fee

• Lunch, guide fee, insurance, tour-exclusive omamori (amulet) souvenir

Meeting Place

Fukushima Gokoku Shrine, in front of the sacred ox statue (parking at Taishido Square)

1 Komayama, Fukushima-shi, Fukushima Prefecture

Directions

Nearest StationFukushima Station (JR Tohoku Shinkansen and Tohoku Main Line)

Directions to Nearest StationAbout a 5-minute drive

Destination by TaxiFukushima Gokoku Shrine


Things guests need to prepare on the day of the activity (clothes, belongings, etc.)

• Comfortable clothes and shoes for walking

• Please bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and drinks as needed


Cancellation Policy

The cancel fee is based on the timing of the cancellation. Please check the cancellation policy below.

  • After 10 days before date of use
    10%
  • After 7 days before date of use
    30%
  • After 2 days before date of use
    50%
  • After 1 days before date of use
    100%

Notes

Notes:
• Please arrive at the meeting point by car, as this is a self-drive tour.
• For insurance purposes, all participants will need to provide their full name, gender, date of birth, address, and phone number on the day of the tour.
• Depending on the time of your booking, the lunch menu may be subject to change.
• The itinerary may be adjusted depending on the weather on the day of the tour.

Language Support:
• Support is provided in Japanese using a translation device or app, with staff experienced in assisting international visitors. (If you select the interpreter option, English-speaking staff will be available.)

Parking:
• Free parking available

Cancellation Policy:
• The experience may be canceled for safety reasons due to bad weather, natural disasters, or other unforeseen circumstances. In that case, WAmazing Play's customer support or the organizer will contact you using the emergency details you have provided. Please be sure to check your e-mail or incoming calls on the day. (Notifications are typically sent after 2:00pm on the day before the event.)

Cancellation due to insufficient participants:
• If the tour is canceled due to insufficient participants, WAmazing Play Customer Support or the operator will notify you using the emergency details you have provided from 14 days before the tour.

Organizer

Fukushima Future Travel (Handcraft Marche Office)

9-2 Daimyojin, Fukushima-shi, Fukushima Prefecture

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Adult(USD 50.98)
Aged 13 years and above
Child(USD 25.49)
6 years - 12 years
Preschooler(USD 0.00)
0 years - 5 years
USD0.00(JPY0)
Optional Extras
Interpreter support(+ USD 127.46)
Be accompanied by an English-speaking interpreter.
Dango tasting experience(+ USD 9.56)
Enjoy dango (sweet dumplings) cooked over a charcoal grill (after the hike, at the Mt. Shinobu Art Gallery).
Matcha & traditional sweets set(+ USD 9.56)
Enjoy matcha green tea and traditional Japanese sweets (after the hike, at the Mt. Shinobu Art Gallery).