Spirituality and Nature Journey
Japan is covered in forests and mountains across three-quarters of its territory, where every mountain is home to a temple or shrine.
Begin your journey in Yoshino , a region that is home to one of the most important temples of Shugendō, a mystical religion of the mountains and nature. The site is known locally for its thousands of cherry trees, making it a popular destination in late March and early April.
Enjoy the village of Tenkawamura , high in the mountains, where you can relax in its famous onsen and taste the local cuisine based on game, tofu, river fish, and honey.
Continue, after a stop near a lake, towards the great Kumano Hongū-Taisha shrine, the crossroads of the old Kumano roads, a high place of Japanese spirituality.
Continue your journey towards the sea along the rugged coastline of Mie Prefecture. Enjoy a relaxing stay in a luxurious hotel overlooking the sea, complete with spa treatments and onsen (hot springs). Next, Iseshima Shrine awaits. Here lies the holiest shrine in Shintoism, a pilgrimage site for thousands of Japanese every year. Spend the night in Toba, renowned for its onsen, where you can savor the famous Mie beef.
See the excursion: “Mie, the heart of Shinto faith in the heart of nature”
📍 Yoshino, Tenkawamura, Kumano, Ise
⌛ Recommended duration*: min. 8 days / 7 nights
*Includes transfers to and from the airport. A longer trip will allow you to stay longer at your chosen destinations, or explore other places we recommend.
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recommended additional services
Driver-guide: a guide will accompany you by car throughout your stay, allowing you to make the most of your trip in areas inaccessible by train.
Summer accessory pack: a set of summer products including sunscreen, wipes, and a UV-protective parasol. Ready-to-use essentials for a relaxing trip.
Booking activities* : kayaking, canoeing, organizing hikes, etc. The Yoshino and Mie region offers a wide range of outdoor activities suitable for everyone.
*Availability varies depending on the season