All Minakami-machi Tours & Excursions in 2026

Escape the concrete jungle for this 4-hour canyoneering adventure near the town of Minakami. This beautiful outdoor area boasts one of the best canyoneering courses in all of Japan, offering a fun-filled day navigating among its collection of canyons, cliffs, waterfalls and natural water chutes. During your excursion you’ll use a range of techniques, including abseiling (descending by rope), jumping off waterfalls and cliffs and zooming down naturally-formed waterslides into crystal-clear pools. Your canyoneering trip also includes a professional guide, all safety equipment, round-trip transport from set meeting points and tour videos and photos.

Challenge yourself on one Japan’s best stretches of whitewater rafting during this 4-hour experience near the town of Minkami. Famed for its springtime rafting runs, when this 7.4-mile (12-kilometer) river passage swells to Class III and IV status, your rafting experience offers an adrenaline-fueled ride through the area’s scenic gorges, including Suwa, Minakami, and Momiji Canyons. Even during the summer months, when the area waters slow to a mellower Class I and II pace, it’s still a fun-filled day of boating and swimming. Your trip also includes a professional river guide, round-trip transport from selected meeting points, equipment, and tour photos and video.

Escape the crowds at Takumi no Sato, Minakami, hidden nostalgic gem in Gunma. Just 70 mins from Tokyo—perfect for a day trip. Enjoy a 2-hour private kimono walk through a peaceful village with a "Shirakawa-go style" atmosphere. We provide a real Kimono experience, not just a "costume." Enjoy professional styling with high-quality, authentic garments. ◆STEP INTO A JAPANESE FAIRY TALE Stroll and photograph yourself among Seasonal beauty and timeless scenery like the folklore village of Shirakawago. ◆AUTHENTIC KIMONO EXPERIENCE • High-quality kimonos from specialist boutique • Professional dressing (expert styling) • Sizes: Women up to 175cm (5L) / Men up to 190cm (5L) • Enjoyable even on rainy days ◆REAL CULTURAL IMMERSION Experience local crafts in kimono. It’s the perfect chance to capture "action shots" of yourself immersed in Japanese culture. ◆PERFECT FOR Families (Kids 3+)couples, and solo travelers seeking peaceful, attentive service away from crowded Tokyo/Kyoto. Groups 1-15.