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Japan Travel Updates
November 2025
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Fukui Prefecture – Journey of “Connection” |
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Step into Eiheiji Town, a place where the teachings and spirit of the famous Eiheiji Temple—a Zen training monastery—have been embraced and woven into everyday life.
Join a knowledgeable local guide and discover the town’s unique way of living. Along the way, you’ll experience the meaningful “connections” nurtured here over generations and see how they create a world of endless interconnections.
This journey is more than a visit—it’s an invitation to feel, appreciate, and be grateful for the ties that connect us all.
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Visit Kinosaki – Buddhist Reading, Sutra Copying, and Waterfall Meditation Experience at Hokkeji Temple |
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Since Travel to Tanto Farming Village south of Kinosaki Onsen and learn the ways of Buddhist meditation and spirituality with the help of a local English-speaking monk who resides at Hokkeji Temple. Learn about the religious traditions of "dokyo" (Buddhist chanting), "shakyo" (Buddhist sutra copying), and "takigyo" (waterfall meditation) while also trying all three for yourself! Complimentary pick up and drop off in front of JR Kinosaki Onsen Station!
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Kochi Prefecture – Special Niyodo Blue Day Tour |
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Nestled along the peaceful Monobe River, just under an hour from Kochi City, Kohanyu offers a serene wellness retreat. With only four uniquely designed rooms, guests can unwind in a private, tranquil setting. In autumn, the vibrant colors of surrounding trees enhance the peaceful atmosphere. Each room features a curated sound system, blending vintage charm with modern quality for a rich auditory experience. Indulge in the natural, cloudy hot spring water of private open-air baths, letting the soothing sounds of rustling leaves and nature’s melodies restore your mind and body.
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Kyoto – Finding Your Zen: Wellness in Kyoto |
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Step into Kyoto’s tranquil side at Saihō ji, the famed Moss Temple, where lush green gardens and quiet meditation offer a true escape from the city. Whether wandering through moss-covered paths, joining a short sutra-chanting session, or simply pausing by the reflective pond, this serene temple invites you to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with yourself.
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Nagano Prefecture – Shugendo Mountain Hiking Experience |
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Discover the sacred side of Japan in the mountains of northern Nagano. Shugendo is an ancient spiritual path where mountain monks trained by hiking into deep forests to reach hidden shrines. Those original trails still exist — and on this tour, we walk them. Kosuge, Togakushi, and Mt. Iizuna are powerful places where nature, tradition, and mystery come together. Feel the quiet beauty of cedar forests, hear the wind in the peaks, and experience Japan not just as a tourist — but in the same way the monks once did.
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Shizuoka Prefecture – Explore Shizuoka |
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Discover tranquility in Shizuoka, Japan where wellness and nature blend seamlessly. Nestled between Mount Fuji and the Pacific Ocean, this serene region invites travelers to slow down and reconnect. Begin your journey with a soak in the mineral-rich hot springs of Izu then stroll through lush tea plantations that scent the air with calm. Practice mindfulness at ancient temples surrounded by cedar forests or meditate beside cascading waterfalls. Enjoy nourishing kaiseki meals crafted from local ingredients and sip matcha made from Japan’s finest leaves. In Shizuoka every breath and moment becomes a step toward inner balance and lasting peace. Learn More
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Imperial Hotel, Kyoto Opens March 5, 2026 |
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Best Accommodation for Family Stay in Tokyo |
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Mindfulness Session with Nara SUMI Ink |
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Poem Tracing and Meditation Stretch in the Tranquil Morning of Arashiyama Kyoto
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Enjoy Umekoji Potel Kyoto as a Family |
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Bringing you a World Class Experience
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East Japan Golden Route &
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Costa Serena Launches Stunning Itineraries Through Asia
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THE FINE PRINT/LEGAL STUFF
Information is provided in this Japan Travel Update as a courtesy to readers of this newsletter. Though JNTO endeavors to ensure the information is accurate, users of the information are to act on such using their own judgment and at their own risk. Neither JNTO nor any holder of a copyright to the information shall be held responsible in any way whatsoever for any loss or misunderstanding, either direct or indirect, that is incurred as a result of utilizing the information. |
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