Kawachinagano & Koyasan Premium Cultural Experience Tour

Departing from central Osaka, this exclusive two-day private journey takes you into Kawachinagano, a tranquil area where history, nature, and spiritual traditions have flourished for centuries.

Designed for discerning travelers, the experience combines authentic practices for refreshing the mind and body with private access to historic architecture, cultural treasures, and exceptional local cuisine and sake.

Highlights

• Spiritual Renewal & Authentic Cultural Experiences: Experience seated meditation and an authentic waterfall purification ritual at Shoko-ji Temple, followed by a special viewing of National Treasure Buddhist statues and a private Dharma talk at Amanosan Kongo-ji Temple.
• Stay in a Historic Architectural Landmark: Spend the night at Amami Onsen Nanten-en, a Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan featuring architectural details by renowned architect Kingo Tatsuno.
• Discover a Historic Sake Brewery: Visit Amanosake, produced by Saijo Goushi Kaisha since 1718. Enjoy a private brewery tour and tasting led by the brewery owner, followed by a lunch featuring cuisine made with ingredients from Osaka.

Overview (Itinerary)

Day 1: Osaka City → Shoko-ji Temple → Amami Onsen Nanten-en

09:00 – Depart from central Osaka
Transfer by taxi.

10:00 – Arrive at Shoko-ji Temple
Temple tour, seated meditation, and waterfall purification experience.

13:00 – Depart Shoko-ji Temple

13:15 – Lunch at KU-RI (tentative)

14:30 – Transfer to Kawachinagano

Around 15:00 – Arrive at Amami Onsen Nanten-en
Check-in, free time to explore the property and gardens, and overnight stay.

Day 2: Amami Onsen → Amanosan Kongo-ji Temple → Amanosake Brewery → Osaka City

09:30 – Depart from the hotel

10:00 – Arrive at Amanosan Kongo-ji Temple, Kawachinagano
Enjoy a special viewing of three National Treasure Buddhist statues — the Seated Dainichi Nyorai, Fudo Myoo, and Gozanze Myoo — accompanied by explanations from the temple’s head priest, followed by a private Dharma talk.

12:40 – Depart Kongo-ji Temple

13:00 – Arrive at Amanosake Brewery
Enjoy lunch at Tenku, featuring cuisine made with ingredients from Osaka, followed by a private brewery tour and sake tasting led by the brewery owner.

16:00 – Depart Amanosake Brewery

Around 17:00 – Arrive in central Osaka

Information

Accommodation
Amami Onsen Nanten-en
Built in 1913 (Taisho 2), and designated as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan.

Places Visited

Shoko-ji Temple
Amami Onsen Nanten-en
Amanosan Kongo-ji Temple
Saijo Goushi Kaisha (Amanosake Brewery & Tenku)

Why Choose This Experience?

Authentic Waterfall Purification in Nature
The Otafuku Waterfall at Shoko-ji Temple has long been revered as a sacred waterfall associated with Otafuku Okami, a deity believed to bring blessings and enrich people’s lives.

Surrounded by lush nature and blessed with abundant, clear water, the waterfall provides an ideal setting for traditional waterfall purification. The site offers favorable conditions for this practice, including its water volume, water quality, and height, as well as facilities and guidance for participants.

With careful instruction from experienced practitioners, even first-time participants can safely undertake this powerful experience and refresh both mind and body.

Discover the Deep History of “Women’s Koya”
Amanosan Kongo-ji Temple is believed to have been founded during the Nara period (729–749) by Gyoki, a revered Buddhist monk from Izumi Province who received the patronage of Emperor Shomu and became the first person in Japan to receive the rank of Great Buddhist Priest.

The temple is also said to have been a place where Kobo Daishi (Kukai) practiced during the Heian period.

Known as “Women’s Koya,” Kongo-ji was historically protected by successive imperial consorts and empresses. This special experience offers a rare opportunity to view its normally inaccessible National Treasure Buddhist statues while learning about the temple’s remarkable history directly from its head priest.

Taisho-Era Elegance, Local Cuisine & Historic Sake
Amami Onsen Nanten-en is a rare architectural gem that combines traditional Japanese aesthetics with Western-inspired modern design, reflecting the architectural style of the Taisho and early Showa periods. Built by renowned architect Kingo Tatsuno, the property was registered as a Tangible Cultural Property of Japan in 2003.

From the rooms, guests can enjoy views of the surrounding Japanese garden through traditional shoji screens, with the landscape taking on a different character throughout the seasons. A distinctive gourd-shaped pond in front of the veranda attracts a variety of birds each morning, creating a peaceful retreat far from the noise of the city.

The cuisine at Nanten-en celebrates the local character of Amami, using ingredients nurtured by the region’s climate and traditions. The culinary team also works to revive rare local ingredients and traditional flavors, creating dishes that are visually beautiful, aromatic, and deeply rooted in the area.

Spend the night surrounded by the historic architecture of Kingo Tatsuno, savor the flavors of Kawachinagano, and discover the refined taste of Amanosake, a sake tradition dating back to 1718.

This is a private journey designed to experience a quieter, more authentic side of Japan — through its spiritual traditions, historic architecture, local cuisine, and craftsmanship.

Price

Available upon request
For detailed itineraries and pricing, please contact us.