Top Aichi Prefecture Outdoor Activities - page 3

Visit Izumo Taisha Shrine, one of Japan's most sacred shrines, and Matsue Castle, a national treasure, explore traditional tea ceremony culture at a historic teahouse, and stay overnight at a lakeside inn on Lake Shinji. Izumo Taisha (出雲大社) - This is one of Japan's most famous and oldest Shinto shrines, but its cultural and spiritual significance might not be immediately clear to international visitors.

This tour is part of the Toyota Green Life Experience series. Spend a day receiving life experience and wisdom from local farmers constantly out in nature as you work among the rich natural surroundings of the Inabu area in Toyota City. In spring, you can experience what it’s like to plant rice; in summer, dig up your own potatoes; and in fall, harvest sweet potatoes and taro root as well as rice in this agricultural experience with content changing by season. Wipe the sweat off your brow as you use your body, feeling the soil in your hands and the joy of harvesting nutritious foods rather than simply picking them up at the grocery store. Use nearby Donguri Workshop as your base to mingle with local farmers and learn about the connection between food and life through the agricultural practices of yesteryear. New discoveries and experiences await you in this rare chance to explore rural life in the mountains of central Japan. .e recommended for couples and families with children.

Discover the timeless beauty of rural Japan on a guided private journey along the historic Nakasendo Trail, once traveled by samurai and merchants. Departing from Nagoya, this full-day tour combines cultural insight, scenic landscapes, and sustainable travel. Begin with a visit to a museum showcasing the work of Utagawa Hiroshige, where you can learn traditional woodblock printing techniques used to paint each post town along the trail. Then explore the beautifully preserved post town of Tsumago-juku before embarking on an 8 km guided hike through forests, farmland, and waterfalls. Along the trail, enjoy peaceful moments in nature and connect with local traditions at a historic teahouse. Arrive in the charming hillside town of Magome-juku, where you can sample regional foods and browse handcrafted souvenirs. This experience offers an authentic and immersive way to connect with Japan’s cultural heritage at a relaxed and meaningful pace.