THINGS TO DO

Koyasan Area/Wakayama Pref

VILLA AMANOSATO

Amano is a mountain village blessed with the beauty of nature in every season: cherry blossoms in full bloom, fresh green foliage, fireflies dancing wildly, brilliant autumn leaves, and quiet snowy landscapes. “VILLA AMANOSATO” is nestled in the midst of this long history and blessed natural scenery. Built with Kishu cedar and Japanese cypress, the buildings are spaced out in a natural setting, allowing visitors to feel the light, wind, and greenery of Amano as it changes over time.

Nara City Area/Nara Pref

NOBORIOJI HOTEL NARA

NOBORIOJI HOTEL NARA is a 13-room auberge located next to Kofukuji Temple. Highly rated by the Michelin Guide and a member of Relais & Chateaux, the hotel is in an excellent location, within walking distance of such tourist attractions as Todaiji Temple and Kasuga Taisha Shrine.

Almost all rooms are spacious, with views over Nara Park. It is a 3-minute walk from the town’s central station, and you can reach Kyoto and Osaka in less than an hour.

Restaurant Le Bois offers a special French culinary experience in collaboration with Restaurant Moliere, a three-star Michelin restaurant in Sapporo, Hokkaido. Using seasonal ingredients shipped directly from Nara and Hokkaido, the dishes are the fusion of Japanese spirit and the exquisite techniques of French cuisine.

Ise-Shima Area/Mie Pref

Ise beef and wine paring at micro winery in Ise

Ise has been known as “Umashi Kuni” (beautiful country) since ancient times. Named after this legacy, Ise Umashikuni Winery was launched in November 2022 with the idea of crafting wine that pairs perfectly with the wonderful ingredients that come from this beautiful natural environment. This program offers participants a tour of the winery guided by winemakers. Later, participants head to a bar overlooking the winery where they’ll enjoy an aperitif consisting of two different wines made with grapes unique to Japan. After that, a course meal paired with wine will be served, including brick oven grilled steak made with famous Ise beef at Ise Fukutatei, a restaurant affiliated with a famous eatery which has earned star ratings in the Michelin Guide for six consecutive years. Each aspect of the experience is crafted by Ise artisans, from the local ingredients and wine made in-house to the building, crockery, cutlery, and art. This is the perfect way to experience Umashi Kuni Ise.