Duration
1 hours
Availability
Throughout the year
Price: ¥ 8,000 above
（tax included）
Highlight
- Shop at the renowned Michi-no-Eki, known for its diverse selection of goods and ideal for souvenir hunting.
- Enjoy a guided tour by a local expert well-versed in the town’s agricultural offerings.
- Gain exclusive access to the backstage of the roadside station, a glimpse into a world not typically seen during regular visits.
Overview
Located at an elevation of 400-600 meters in Ehime Prefecture, Kumakogen Town boasts a cool climate throughout the summer, making it an ideal setting for year-round cultivation of various vegetables, fruits, and rice. The local Michi-no-Eki (roadside station) proudly offers fresh produce and unique items cultivated in this region.
One such gem is Michi-no-Eki Sansan, where fresh local produce arrives daily, carefully crafted with love by the community’s farmers. Why not enjoy a shopping experience guided by a local expert who knows Kumakogen Town’s agricultural treasures? This is a chance to delve into the local ‘everyday’ life, an opportunity rarely encountered through conventional tourism.
Tour Details and Duration
- Meeting in front of the entrance of Michi-no-Eki Sansan
- Guided tour and product introduction by Michi-no-Eki staff (30 min.)
- Backstage tour (15 min.)
- Free time (15 min.)
Activity Level
- Travel will be on foot.
Technical Level
- No special skills are required.
Price Per Person
- Japanese : 8000 JPY
- English : 33,000 JPY
Clothing/Wha to bring
- Bringing your own eco-bag is recommended.
Included in the fee
- Guide fee
- Backstage tour fee
- Parking fee
- Tasting fee
Not included in the fee
- Transportation to and from the meeting and dispersal points
- Insurance (please obtain international travel insurance in your home country)
- Anything not included in “What’s Included” in this program. (Customers are required to cover bank transfer fees.)
Language
English interpreter guide is optional.
Event Duration
About 1 hours
Age / Height:
N/A
Meeting Point
Michi-no-eki Sansan
(855-6 Irino, Kumakogen Town, Kamiukena County, Ehime 791-1202)
Disbanding Point
Michi-no-eki Sansan
Program Availability
Throughout the year
Participants
1 – 10 people
Application Deadline
One month prior to the tour date
Agent Name
Kumakogen Town Tourism Association
1855-6 Irino, Kumakogen Town, Kamiukena County, Ehime 791-1202
Itinerary
| 9:00 | Meeting in front of the entrance of Michi-no-Eki Sansan. |
| 9:00-9:30 | Guided tour and product introduction by Michi-no-Eki staff. |
| 9:30-9:45 | Backstage tour |
| 9:45-10:00 | Free time |
| 10:00 | Dispersal at the site |
Cancellation Policy
■ Cancellation due to customer’s convenience
- 10 days to 2 days before the reserved date: 30%
- the day before the reserved date: 50%
- on the day of the reservation: 100%
■ Cancellation at the discretion of the organizer
- In case of cancellation due to bad weather conditions such as storms, rainstorms, etc., or when such conditions are predicted, or in case of cancellation due to unavoidable circumstances, we will notify you by the day before the cancellation. In such cases, we will contact you by phone by the evening of the previous day. In this case, no cancellation fee will be charged.
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