Nagaretani, located in the Kawachinagano area in Osaka, offers you an opportunity to experience the traditional landscape of Japan. This tour will take you on a journey of discovery, during which you can enjoy the majestic views of terraced rice fields and woodlands.
Refresh yourself at the end of the tour with a bit of a downtime at a local traditional house registered as a tangible cultural property, converted into a cozy cafe. Enjoy a rare opportunity to see unique scenery not available in a big city.
Itinerary
Amami Station on the Nankai Line
Past the ticket gates of the Amami Station on the Nankai Line.
1
Hachiman Shrine Visit
Visit a local shrine, built approximately 1,000 years ago, and see the 400 years old sacred giant ginkgo tree, designated a Natural Monument.
2
Visit the 13 Buddhas statue
See the statues excavated in a damaged state that point to the presence of hidden Christians.
3
Stroll through Japan's beautiful pristine landscapes and terraced rice fields
Stroll along mountain paths where Japan's ancient natural landscapes remain preserved, taking in the beautiful scenery of terraced rice fields.
4
Coffee break at the traditional Japanese house café "Kyuemon"
After your walk, relax at a traditional Japanese-style retro café.
5
Path of Totoro
Stroll along the 'Totoro Path', a disused railway line that looks like it could feature in Hayao Miyazaki's popular Studio Ghibli film 'My Neighbour Totoro'
Conclude the tour at Nankai Electric Railway's Amami Station
Plan
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Walking tour through the beautiful woodlands and rice fields
<Inclusions>
・Walking tour of terraced rice fields and woodlands
・Break time at a cafe
*Food and drinks are not included.
・English speaking tour guide
<Plan Code>
D-OSK-017-1-PR
Highlights
・Unique spots with authentic scenery comprised of terraced rice fields and woodlands
・Uncover the traces of hidden Christians in an area closely related to mountain asceticism
・Visit a local shrine venerating 400-years old Ginko tree
・Bask in the nature as you safely hike through the forests with your guide
・Enjoy a coffee break at a cozy cafe oozing with Japanese aesthetics and culture
・Walk the “Path of Totoro” that looks like it’s taken straight from the famous anime
What's Included
・Walking tour of the terraced rice fields and settlement landscapes
・Visit to a local shrine venerating a giant and ancient Ginko tree
・A stop at a historical old house converted into a cozy cafe
・A stroll through the Path of Totoro
・English speaking tour guide
Meeting Place
Amami Station on the Nankai Line: Past the ticket gates of the Amami Station on the Nankai Line.
Important information
・Please be punctual.
・Food and drinks are not included in the tour price.
・Please be punctual.
・The tour may be cancelled due to unfavorable weather.