Top Japan Religious Tours - page 10

The tour in Japan will bring you to visit Mt. Fuji, a symbol of Japan’s natural splendor. Besides, you will delve deep into the UNESCO-protected cultural monuments in three ancient capitals – Kyoto, Nara and Kamakura. If you like wild animals, you can feed deer in Nara and wander with playful fawns amid the ancient temples. Our tour also allows you to try on samurai armor or ninja attire, hold an ancient sword and learn how to play it from a master.

Visit Tenkodo, a long-established incense maker known for its artisanal craftsmanship and natural ingredients. Enjoy a private hands-on session where you’ll create your own zukō (powdered incense) using traditional materials and techniques passed down since the Heian Period. In a quiet tatami room overlooking a Japanese garden, learn how incense played an important role in aristocratic life—not just as a fragrance, but as a form of self-expression and refinement. You’ll also hear about the history of incense, the use of imported fragrant woods, and the distinctive characteristics of each scent—all guided by a knowledgeable local artisan. Conclude the experience with a serene boating excursion, reminiscent of how Heian nobles spent their leisure time.