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Yamagata: From City Scenes to Mountain Springs Private Tour

Experiences, Private Multi-Day Package Tour /

Yamagata is the perfect place to experience traditional crafts, culinary and cultural activities, rich history, and plenty of sightseeing within very easy driving distances of each other. On this specially crafted four-day, three-night tour, take in the sightseeing highlights, from hands-on culinary and crafting experiences and a visit to the mysterious mountain temple Yamadera, to a stay in a hot springs village near the beloved Mt. Zao and sake tastings at local breweries.

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Recenter Your Body and Mind with Private Shojin Ryori Dinner and Zen Meditation at Sendai’s Zen Temple

Experiences, Private One-Day Tours, Spiritual Tours /

Rinnoji Temple, which has one of the best gardens in the Tohoku region, offers a private tour and immersion in Japanese culture as you learn about the history of Rinnoji Temple and Zen culture. After a prayer and zazen experience, enjoy a meal of shojin ryori.

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Private Night Tour of Historical Zuihoden

Experiences, One-off Experiences, Spiritual Tours /

In this private experience, make a night visit to Zuihoden, the mausoleum of Date Masamune, the samurai who built the foundation of Sendai. After a special viewing of the main hall, enjoy a performance of Japanese musical instruments in a solemn atmosphere, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the experience at this remarkable place.

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