・You will have the chance to try "tehineri"(clay forming by hand), a traditional technique handed down from the Jomon period(about 3,000 years ago), at a kiln that was established in 1796. 
・Make your choice of bowls, plates, cups etc. After learning from and seeing an example from your instructor, you will get to make a piece with your own hands. 
・After you're done making your piece, we will glaze and fire it for you, which will take about two months to complete. We will then send you your finished Kasama-yaki piece by SAL(Surface Air Lifted) mail.

Kasama yaki handmade pottery experience

Just two hours from Tokyo, Hitachi is your gateway to nature and tradition. Start at JR Hitachi Station, a seaside stop with stunning Pacific Ocean views. Visit the sacred Oiwa Shrine, walk peaceful forest trails, and receive a special blessing. Relax afterward in a soothing onsen.
On day two, marvel at Fukuroda Falls, one of Japan’s three great waterfalls, as you hike serene paths and admire its cascades. Stroll through Daigo’s nostalgic streets, visiting cozy cafés and shops. Finally, ride a local train along the Kuji River, enjoying mountain views on your way to Mito—the perfect end to this 2-day escape.

Data: The itinerary can be flexibly adjusted depending on the physical condition and experience of the guests and the weather on the day.
Cancelled if more than 2 mm of precipitation is expected. The course may be changed due to the weather on the day or if the guide deems it necessary.　
Total walking distance:10.5km
Ascent:759m
Descent:761m
Total walking time: 8 hours

Trekking Tour to Faith, Ancient Paths and the Falls from Hitachi

In Inada area of Kasama city, you can feel and learn Japanese traditional culture with my guiding.
Will guide you to Inada Shrine, Sainenji Temple, and Isokura Sake Brewery by 3-hour walking. 

Sainen-ji is a temple that has its roots in the "Inada no Souan" where SHINRAN, a founder of the Jodo Shinshu sect, lived for about 20 years during his missionary work in eastern Japan. The thatched-roof Sanmon gate was built in the 14th century and is a valuable item that survived the fire. You can enter the main hall of the temple and see a wonderful view of a statue of Amida Buddha, SHINRAN, and his wife Eshinni. In front of the main hall, you can see an 800-year-old ginkgo tree with leaves that SHINRAN planted .

Since 1868, Isokura Brewery has produced Japanese sake "Inasato" using local water and rice. You can enjoy and learn how to make sake with traditional methods during the tour and try sake tasting at the shop.

Private Sake Brewery Tour and Shinran Temple Visit

This is a private tour with a friendly and professional staff of Soy Sauce Brewery.

We will tour the Kurosawa Soy Sauce Brewery that was founded in 1905, and learn all about how soy sauce is made. In the wooden barrel brewery that has been passed down through four generations, we will get to see the main fermenting mash in the production of soy sauce being fermented, and even try your hand at stirring moromi just like a professional soy sauce artisan.

It will undoubtedly be a valuable and memorable experience as it is an integral part of the fermentation process. After the tour of the brewery, you will be given an explanation of their products, have a tasting experience(taste various types of soy sauce), enjoy a fermented food lunch at the brewery cafe, and also get to try some soy sauce sweets and desserts made with products from Kurosawa Soy Sauce.

Private Soy Sauce Brewery Tour at Century Old Factory in Ibaraki

Meet a Nationally licensed English speaking guide in Tokyo, and move to Northern part of Ibaraki Prefecture in a chartered private car.

At Oiwa shrine, a shrine maiden (Miko) will explain about the shrine premises. Enjoy a 2-hour mountain hiking up to the top of Mt. Oiwa. With 188 shinto gods and goddesses enshrined, Mt. Oiwa has been a mountain of faith, visited by many ascetic monks and Yamabushi since ancient times. 

Try “Taki-gyo”, meditation under a waterfall. It is truly refreshing and soothing to escape from the busyness of everyday life and to be hit by the randomly falling water. Meditate freely with your own style. You might want to stay there forever. 

Marvel at the unique demonstration by the owner to understand the unique features including the durability of washi papers followed by your own washi-paper making/painting experience. 

Private Adventure Tour in Northern Ibaraki and Washi Paper Making

Meet your Nationally licensed English speaking guide in Tokyo, and move to Northern part of Ibaraki Prefecture in a chartered private car.

At Oiwa shrine, a shrine maiden (Miko) will explain about the shrine premises. Enjoy a 2-hour mountain hiking up to the top of Mt. Oiwa. With 188 Shinto Gods and Goddesses enshrined, this mountain has been a mountain of faith, visited by many ascetic monks and Yamabushi since ancient times.

Try “Taki-gyo”, meditation under a waterfall. It is truly refreshing and soothing to escape from the busyness of everyday life and to be hit by the randomly falling water. Meditate freely with your own style. You might want to stay there forever. 

Fukuroda Waterfalls
Visit larger waterfall, Fukuroda Waterfalls. It is one of the three most famous waterfalls in Japan.

Full-Day Private Adventure in Ibaraki and Fukuroda Waterfalls

If you are a fan of samurai culture and history, this is it!
Mito City, the central part of Ibaraki Prefecture, is a must-go place for Samurai funs. Having prospered as the seat of the Mito Tokugawa, here you can learn about samurai culture from various aspects.
VIsit Kodokan, Japan's largest clan school, enjoy an authentic martial arts experience at Mito Tobukan and relax at Kairakuen. Take a look at various precious treasures that have been handed down over centuries at Tokugawa Museum. Make your own lantern with Washi (Japanese paper).

Samurai Private Tour with Lantern Making in Mito

If you are a fan of samurai culture and history, this is it!
Mito City, the central part of Ibaraki Prefecture, is a must-go place for Samurai funs. Having prospered as the seat of the Mito Tokugawa, here you can learn about samurai culture from various aspects.
The tour includes martial arts experience at a place where samurai trained themselves. Umeshu tasting is also included in this tour.

Samurai Private Tour with Umeshu Tasting in Mito

Just under two hours from Tokyo, discover Hitachi’s spiritual and cultural treasures. Begin at the sacred Oiwa Shrine, walking ancient forest paths and receiving a blessing guided by a shrine maiden. Hike to breathtaking peaks, uncover hidden stone Buddhas and gods, and savor a scenic lunch with local rice balls. After descending serene trails, visit a gateway village for tea and heartfelt exchanges with locals, learning their traditions and way of life. This exclusive tour offers an intimate glimpse into Japan's spiritual heritage and community warmth.

Data: The itinerary can be flexibly adjusted depending on the physical condition and experience of the guests and the weather on the day.
Trekking will be cancelled if more than 2 mm of precipitation is expected. The course may be changed due to the weather on the day or if the guide deems it necessary.　
Total walking distance : 6.5km
Ascent: 439m
Descent: 439m
Total walking time: 3.5 hours without Lunch time

Hitachi Cultural Adventure to Sacred Trail and Gateway Day Tour

Discover the natural beauty, cultural heritage, and hidden gems of Northern Ibaraki on a fully customized private tour!

 Tour Highlights:

 Fukuroda Falls – One of Japan’s top three waterfalls, breathtaking in all seasons
 Ryujin Big Suspension Bridge – A thrilling 375m-long bridge with stunning valley views
 Hanazono Gorge – A picturesque hiking spot with vibrant autumn leaves and crystal-clear streams
 Oiwa Shrine – A spiritual sanctuary with over 1,000 years of history, surrounded by ancient trees
 Unomisaki Cape – A scenic coastal spot with panoramic ocean views and a historic lighthouse

Why Choose This Private Tour?

Personalized Itinerary – Tailor the tour to your interests and pace
Comfort & Convenience – Private vehicle with an English-speaking guide
Seasonal Beauty – Enjoy cherry blossoms, lush greenery, autumn foliage, or snowy landscapes
Authentic Local Experience – Discover hidden spots and local traditions

Explore Northern Ibaraki in comfort and style!

North Ibaraki Tour Lunch & Entrance fee included

Experience the breathtaking beauty of South Ibaraki on a magical Sakura tour! Stroll through the stunning cherry-lined paths of Fukuokazeki Sakura Park, where 600 sakura trees bloom along a scenic canal. Take a cable car up Mount Tsukuba, offering panoramic views framed by delicate pink blossoms. Explore Kijo Park, home to the historic remains of Tsuchiura Castle, beautifully illuminated by spring’s colors. Finally, stand in awe before the towering Ushiku Daibutsu, surrounded by tranquil gardens bursting with cherry blossoms.

Enjoy the seasonal local treats, and immerse yourself in the charm of Japan’s most beautiful season. Whether you're a nature lover, history enthusiast, or photographer, South Ibaraki’s sakura experience is unforgettable! 

 South Ibaraki Tour 

Start your spring day with a journey full of local charm, delicious seafood, and breathtaking flowers!

 First, dive into the vibrant energy of Nakaminato Fish Market, where the morning’s freshest catch is on full display. Wander through lively stalls offering everything from plump scallops to glistening tuna, and treat yourself to a mouthwatering kaisendon (seafood rice bowl) or sizzling grilled delicacies right on the spot. It’s a must-visit for food lovers and a great way to experience local life by the sea.

 Then, we head to the iconic Hitachi Seaside Park, where the rolling hills are transformed into a magical blue landscape with millions of blooming nemophila (baby blue eyes). Stroll through this sea of flowers, soak in the fresh air, and snap unforgettable photos in one of Japan’s most beautiful seasonal scenes.

Perfect for nature lovers, photographers, and foodies alike, this half-day adventure is a refreshing spring escape that captures the best of coastal Ibaraki.

Hitachi Seaside Park & Nakaminato fish market tour 

Easy Kimono Experience: Many people find ordinary kimonos painful because they are tied with strings and layered.

This kimono is an original kimono developed to make it possible to look perfect and beautiful without layering.

It can be put on over Western clothes in about 5 minutes.

It is not painful because it uses elastic and Velcro (hook and loop fastener).

*Sorry, there is no wheelchair access route to the venue.

Easy Kimono Experience in Hitachinaka, Ibaraki

Hitachinaka City in Ibaraki Prefecture is home to the famous National Hitachi Seaside Park, where you can enjoy the four seasons with nemophilas and kochias.　

The experience venue is located almost halfway between Katsuta Station and the seaside park, so it is possible either on the way to or from sightseeing.

SDGS “Mottainai”! PET bottle caps that you used to throw away after drinking can be turned into wonderful handmade works if you have the right materials and ideas.

Transform them into your favorite hats in your favorite colors, including colorful twine and ribbons!

The teacher, a former art teacher and accessory artist, will teach you in an easy-to-understand and detailed manner, so beginners will not have to worry.

You can take home as a souvenir as a wonderful memory of your trip to Japan. We hope you will try it!

Making eco-hats out of waste plastic bottles in Ibaraki

Hitachinaka City in Ibaraki Prefecture is home to the famous National Hitachi Seaside Park, where you can enjoy the four seasons with nemophila and kochia.　

The experience venue is located almost halfway between Katsuta Station and the seaside park, so it is possible either on the way to or from sightseeing.

Would you like to experience the Japanese culture of “Shodo” (calligraphy) with a brush pen?

A former art teacher and Iromusubi Sho(Colorful calligraphy) instructor will teach you in an easy-to-understand and detailed manner, so beginners will not have to worry.

Let's write your name or favorite word in Kanji characters! 

Combine the kanji you have written with traditional Japanese paper or origami, frame it, and you have a piece of brush calligraphy art! 

You can take it home as a souvenir and display it in your room as a wonderful memory of your trip to Japan.

We hope you will try it for yourself!

Private Calligraphy Class in Ibaraki

Kumihimo Experience: Kumihimo has a long history in Japan, dating back more than 1,000 years to the Nara period (710-794), and was used for armor. 

This time, we will make either charms or bracelets that are easy for children to make.

Kumihimo Experience with Professional Guidance in Ibaraki

You can make brooches (and clips) simply by folding colorful crape cloth, gluing and attaching.

Once you learn how to make them, you can make many of them in your own country, and they make great gifts.

Tsumazaiku Experience with Professionals in Hitachinaka,Ibaraki 

This tour is designed for travelers who have visited Japan multiple times and are now seeking something deeper, quieter, and more authentic. Just two hours from Tokyo, Mt. Tsukuba offers a peaceful escape into rural Japan—far from crowds, yet rich in history, culture, and breathtaking scenery.

You’ll explore hidden shrines, scenic countryside paths, and local spots that most tourists never find. Your local Japanese host provides full support with transportation, language, and cultural insights—making the journey smooth and meaningful.

Perfect for those who want to avoid overtourism in busy places like Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka, and instead discover a hidden gem in Japan’s countryside with the comfort of a local guide.

Tokyo Day Trip to Mt. Tsukuba: Visit a Hidden Gem in Rural Japan

You can learn and enjoy Japanese alcohol with an expert.
The director of Meiri Shurui, which was established in 1950(Meiri Shuruis predecessor was Kato Shuzoten which was founded in the late Edo Period), will guide you around Besshun-kan, Museum of Plum wine "Umeshu" and Japanese Sake especially.


Explore Plum Wine Sake Museum and Japanese Alcohol Tasting

We will tour Yoshikubo Sake Brewery, which was founded in 1790, alongside the 12th-generation brewer of the company himself. After seeing the sake brewing site, you will have the opportunity to taste and compare several different kinds of sake. You will be able to enjoy delicious sake made from the local land that is blessed with rice from Hitachi and water from Kasahara.

Experiences in Honjo, Japan