The Arcadian Mountain Journey One-Day Core Plan
A Journey to Meet People Living in Another Japan Beyond the Mountains ~Isabella Bird's Story of Yamagata~
When British explorer Isabella Bird traveled to Yamagata in the 19th century, she found people living in a rich natural environment and their warm hospitality. The area, which Ambassador to Japan Reischauer called “another Japan beyond the mountains,” still retains much of its charm today. On this tour, you will relive the world of Isabella Bird's “Arcadia of the Orient” and enjoy special interactions with the unique people of modern-day Yamagata.
- Address
- 山形県Nagai City
- Telephone Number
- 0238-88-1831
- Opening Times
- 9:00～17:00
- Prices
- For 1 person: ¥ 39,000
For 2-5 persons: ¥ 29,000 - Duration
- Approx. 6 hours.
- Notes
- 【Itinerary】
10：30 Meet at JR Akayu Station East Exit/pick-up
11：15-12：30 Fukayama Washi Promotion Research Centre Explanation and observation of Fukayama Washi history and production process/experience Fukayama Washi Chigiri-e
13：00-14：30 Farmhouse Restaurant Nagomi-an Lunch/Happy time with grandmother/visit fields and farm huts etc.
14：45- 16：15 Morimori no Mori: Tea at a warehouse in the forest Walking in the forest/experience of daily life/appreciation of calligraphy
16：45 Akayu station/see off
【How to book/apply】
Application deadline: 7 days before the day of the tour