Package tour to Japan rural areas

An tour to the rural areas of Japan allows impact made on the environment and local culture as low as possible, while helping to generate future employment for local

people. It also brings a positive experience for local people, tourism companies and the tourists themselves.

Why rural area?

Catch a glimpse of the lost Japan which most travelers never see.In rural area, there remains a beautiful countryside landscape of

old wooden houses dotted invast rice fields, mountains, unspoiled rivers and secluded

Onsens(hot springs). Traditional lifestyles are still alive in small towns and villages and

people are very friendly.

ActivitiesHida 3days + Mt.Fuji• We have planned an itinerary for those who would like to experience countryside of Japan as well as Mt.Fuji. • Upon arriving, Head to Hida Takayama.• Hida Takayama(5.5h from Tokyo, 3.5h from Kyoto) in the northern part of Gifu Prefecture is a castle town surrounded by

mountains. Takayama is best known for its carpenters, who worked on the imperial palace in Kyoto and on many of the temples in Nara.

• Tourist can spend the first night there.• On the second day, We recommend to rent a car and go to Gokayama and Shirakawa-go .• Shirakawa-go and Gokayama are the only places in Japan to enjoy traditional masterpieces called Gassho-zukuri houses.

Several thatched-roof buildings in the Village are open to the public. Tourist will spend the night in takayama.• Day 3, we have planned a cycling event. Tourist will cycle through the countryside. The bike trail will give them the exposure

to the country life in Hida. Get off the regular tourist route and try out the special trails! • For day 4 , tourist will Travel to Kawaguchi-ko to see Mt.Fuji. From Takayama, take JR express,Shinkan-sen and express bus

to get to Kawagudhi-ko. The trip will be about 5.5 hours long.• Kawaguchi-ko(lake) is one of the Fuji 5 lakes located at the base of Mt.Fuji, good place to stay to enjoy the mountain of

Japanese sprit.We recommend to stay in accommodation with the view of Mt.Fuji.

Accommodation

Japan offers a wide range of accommodation, but for this trip, we choose the ryokans (traditional Japanese

inn) We choose ryokans over hotels as we felt that it is a better experience, not only can we learn more about

the Japanese culture, but also their habit of living and lifestyles. It provides us with services and experience that is more unique and localized, not something you can get in any

normal hotel.

Pre and Post trip activities.Pre- trip activities.• Before the trip, tourist can read about and view pictures of places that they are

going to visit.• Do some research to understand the culture of japan. • It is important to understand and respect other people’s culture and know the dos

and don'ts before visiting.Post trip activities• Compose and writ letters to local villages that you have interacted with to thank

them.• Writing activity.• Write down reflections and how you feel about the trip.• Share the experience with others as very little travelers have that experience.

A sustainable tourism trip.Allowing the tourist to spend most of their time in the rural areas cause little environmental problems thatnormal tour packages usually have.• Attractive landscapes and scenic destinations are spoiled by tourist buildings• Forest being cut down for new tourist development• Polluted Beaches• Polluted WaterThe above impacts is not caused as the tourist are visiting the villages just as it is, they are not buildinganything tourist buildings. This will not spoil the nature environment there.Most of the activities at rural areas is related to the nature and cause no harm to the environment. hence it isless likely that there will be pollution caused .

The trip overall will also be more affordable compared to trips to city areas as things are likely to be cheaperIn rural areas, and tourist do not have to spend extra money on admission fees to place of interest andexpensive services.

More tourist to the rural area also mean more economical opportunities for the villagers and locals. The villagerAlso get to meet people form all over the world, interacting with them and gain exposure.

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