Duration
1 hour ＋IRODORI Experience Dinner
Availability
—
Price ￥5,800 above
(tax included)
To tourists considering travel to Kamikatsu
Kamikatsu is a small town with a population of under 1500. In 2013, the town made ” The Zero Waste Declaration” with aim of producing no garbage. Heartland Japan introduces this trip to Kamikatsu and numerous “Kamikatsu A-ha! Experiences”, exclusively to responsible travelers with a mind to “experience Kamikatsu as it is and to learn about and enjoy the town through the trip.
Story
Leaves of various colors adorning dishes are one of the specialty products of Kamikatsu, and is one of the cultures spawned out of the Japanese aesthetic sense. The leaves of Kamikatsu, which are sold under the “IRODORI” brand, are valued in traditional Japanese restaurants throughout the country. This business model has gained nationwide attention, whereby elderly people using computers are able to work actively, as they grow, harvest, ship and sell seasonal leaves, flowers and mountain vegetables, etc. An experience where you get to know Kamikatsu’s unique industry and enjoy an artistic sense as you decorate your meal.
Highlight
・Learn the industry of Kamikatsu with IRODORI leaves.
・The IRODORI leaf harvesting and decoration experience as a set is a special experience menu exclusively offered to hotel guests only.
・Special dinner course served in a “Yusanbako”, small multi-tiered boxes with a handle ,a tradition handed down in Tokushima.
Itinerary
| Check in | |
| 16:00 | Gather in the lobby, and leave for Irodori bridge(on foot). |
| 16:15 | Stroll around Irodori Bridgei, harvest leaves |
| 17:00 | Return to the hotel (on foot). |
| 18:00 | IRODORI Experience Dinner |
※The starting time set for dinner is just a rough guideline.
※ If you wish to visit the hotel’s biomass facility, it can be arranged before strolling Mt. Irodori (Prior booking required).
Distance
N/A
Elevation gain
N/A
Duration
1hr＋IRODORI Experience Dinner
Accommodation
N/A
Meals
Dinner
Attention
Meal
・The number of eateries is limited, so advance booking is necessary.
・In order to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus infections, some shops are either closed or operating with shortened business hours.
・There is no convenience store or supermarket in the town.
Transportation
If customers apply only for the experience, they will have to arrange the transportation to the site by themselves.
・ From Tokushima Station: Approx.1 hour by car, 1.5 hours by bus
・ As the number of buses operating is limited, other transportation such as volunteer taxis are convenient. (Requires registration and booking in advance.)
If you wish to book the experience and the transportation as a set, please inquire to Heartland Japan. info@heartlandjapan.com
Responsibilities as travelers
When visiting Kamikatsu, please double check your travel gear, and as a zero-waste traveler, take the actions required to not have to dispose of garbage. ・Prepare to bring reusable water bottles, chopsticks, etc.
・When having meals, consider the amount you eat so as to minimize leftover food as much as possible.
Choose Heartland Japan for a special Kamikatsu-stay plan exclusively for you. Inquiries: info@heatlandjapan.com
Infomation
What’s included
► Guide Fees
► Interpreter Fees
► Breakfast (0), Lunch (0), Dinner (1)
Not Included
► Insurance（Please arrange travel insurance in your own country.
► Other items not listed in “What is included in this program”
► International remittance and transfer fees for application, making alterations, or cancellation of this tour will be at the customer’s expense.
What you need to bring, what to wear, etc.
► Insurance Certificate
► Drinks, water etc. (water bottle)
► Clothes that are easy to move in
► Comfortable walking shoes
► Sunscreen, insect repellent, etc.
Number of participants（Min./Max.）
2-10 people
Starting point
Tokushima
Finishing point
Tokushima
Age Requirement
No age limit
Application Deadline
Inqury required
Customer Feedback
► A very delicious and beautiful dinner. There were many kinds of dishes, and the serving sizes were perfect!
Cancellation Policy
・In accordance with Heartland Japan’s regulations
Interested in our tour?
No second thoughts, contact us.
For more information about this experience program, We will coordinate with local suppliers on dates, prices, and details of the program. We will coordinate with local suppliers on dates, prices, and details of the program and provide the program to you.
Please contact us for more information. We look forward to providing you with a unique and immersive experience in the region!