Join a historical trekking through the Minobu Road in greenery season. Walk the path of monks from 750 years ago, descending from Minobu summit to Akazawa-shuku. With the accommodation plan, you can enjoy an overnight stay at at Keiunkan, the world’s oldest hot spring inn officially recognized by the Guinness World Records. Experience a luxurious and unforgettable stay!
選項
Trekking without guide and Stay at Keiunkan / April 5th, 26th, May 10th, 24th
Trekking day tour with English speaking guide / April 12th, 19th, May 17th, 31st
Trekking with English speaking guide and Stay at Keiunkan / April 12th, 19th, May 17th, 31st
特色
- Enjoy breathtaking aerial views on a ropeway
- Trek along a historic path once walked by ascetic monks
- Tempura and Soba for lunch in a preserved traditional district
- Gift of a tenugui hand towel for the Yumeguri stamp rally
- (optional) Guided by an English-speaking through guide
- (optional) Stay at the world's oldest onsen ryokan
Accommodation Plan: Stay at Keiunkan, the World's Oldest Hot spring inn!
- Officially recognized by the Guinness World Records as the world’s oldest hot spring inn, offers a truly unique and historic experience for its guests.
- After the trekking tour, you will have a luxurious and relaxing experience.
說明
Historic and Greenery Trekking in Oku Yamanashi
Trekking with English Speaking Guide April 12 (Sat), 19 (Sat), May 17 (Sat), 31 (Sat), 2025
- Minimum number of participants required for the tour to operate: 4
- If the minimum number of participants is not reached, the tour will not be held.
Trekking without Guide April 5 (Sat), 26 (Sat), May 10 (Sat), 24 (Sat), 2025
- Minimum number of participants required for the tour to operate: 2
- If the minimum number of participants is not reached, the tour will not be held.
Meeting Point ①Hayakawa Town Southern Alps Plaza （the meeting time: 9:20） ②Rotary in front of JR Minobu Station （the meeting time: 9:55）
Enjoy a breathtaking ropeway ride, and you will have a chance to spot Mt. Fuji on clear days. Trek along historic paths once walked by Kamakura-era monks, surrounded by refreshing greenery. The highlight is a delicious tempura and soba lunch at Akazawa-shuku. A preserved historic district, where you’ll also learn about the area’s history from a local guide while admiring the Southern Alps and traditional townscape. On the return, visit Hagoromo Falls, a site of ancient waterfall meditation. Plus, receive a tenugui (Japanese hand towel) for the Yumeguri Stamp Rally as a special gift.
with English speaking guide Plan An English-speaking guide will accompany you throughout the tour, ensuring a worry-free experience.
with Accommodation Plan: After trekking, heal in the various famous hot springs of the world's oldest Japanese hot spring resort, and enjoy a deep mountain kaiseki dinner.
Japanese Ryokan Keishukan - the World's Oldest Hot Spring Inn Keiunkan, recognized by the Guinness World Records as 'the world's most historical inn,' has a remarkable history spanning over 1,300 years. Located at the foot of the South Japanese Alps in Yamanashi Prefecture, this renowned ryokan offers hot springs with water directly sourced from natural springs, providing an authentic and relaxing stay.
Yumeguri Stamp Rally Special initiative to encourage visitors to explore and enjoy the local hot springs. Participants of this trekking tour will receive "Hayakawa Myori Yumeguri Tenugui" (hand towel) as a gift. You can collect stamps on the sheet for visiting the nine hot springs in the town! There are stamp stations at nine different hot spring facilities, including your place to stay; Keiunkan. If you collect all the stamps, you will receive a certificate of completion at the Tourism Association (located inside the Minami Alps Plaza).
Participating hot springs for the Yumeguri Stamp Rally
- Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan
- Narada no Sato (Jotei no Yu)Hot Spring（Day-use only）
- Narada Hot Spring Shiranekan（Day-use only）
- Nishiyama Onsen Houraikan（Accommodation only）
- Nishiyama Onsen Yujima no Yu（Day-use only）
- Kougen no Sato Hot Spring Healthy MISATO（Available for both day-use and accommodation）
- Kusashio Onsen（Day-use only）
- Otaki Onsen Bunshoukan（Accommodation only）
- VILLA AMAHATA（Available for both day-use and accommodation）
行程表
- 09:20For those choosing Meeting Point ①: Meet at Hayakawa Town Southern Alps Plaza
- 09:55For those choosing Meeting Point ②: Meet at at Minobu Station. (If no one selects ② Minobu Station during booking, the bus will skip this stop.)
- 10:15Transfer to Kuonji Seishin Parking Lot by shuttle car.
- 10:15-10:50 Guide to Kuonji Temple precincts
- 11:00 - 11:10 Ropeway to the top of the mountain
- 11:10-11:30 Arrive at Okunoin Station and walk around Okunoin Shishinkaku
- 11:30～14:00 Pilgrimage trekking to Akazawa-shuku
- 14:00～14:40 Lunch at Akazawa-shuku Musashiya Enjoy tempura and soba noodles made with plenty of locally harvested vegetables.
- 14:40-15:15 Break at Shimizuya, Yado-no-Eki Having drinks, enjoy the scenery of Akasawa-shuku while listening to stories from a local guide.
- 15:15-15:35 Transfer to Minami Alps Plaza by by shuttle car. Stop by Hagoromo Falls, also used for waterfall meditation, along the way.
- 15:45 Arrival and dismissal at the Hayakawa Town Minami Alps Plaza.
- For guests without accommodation plans: Tour ends
- For guests with accommodation plans: 16:15-17:00 Transfer by shttele car to “Keiunkan” -Japansese Ryokan. Enjoy hot spring, dinner and relaxing stay. Day2 Check-out time: 10:00AM Breakfast is included. Check-out by yourself and enjoy your day!
費用細節
如何使用
- Once the tour is confirmed, the final itinerary and details will be sent via email prior to departure.
購買須知摘要
Trekking without guide Plan Trekking without guide and Stay at <Keiunkan> the oldest hot spring inn Plan
- Minimum number of participants required for the trekking tour to be operated: 2 people
- Tour confirmation date: 15 days prior to the tour date The decision to proceed with the tour will be made 15 days before the scheduled date. Participants will be notified of the confirmation via email.
- Please proceed along the trekking course on your own. A voucher and the itinerary for the day will be provided in advance.
Trekking day tour with English speaking guide Plan Trekking with English speaking guide and Stay at <Keiunkan> the oldest hot spring inn Plan
- Minimum number of participants required for the trekking tour to be operated: 4 people
- Tour confirmation date: 15 days prior to the tour date The decision to proceed with the tour will be made 15 days before the scheduled date. Participants will be notified of the confirmation via email.
- The tour might be cancelled in the event of a heavy rain warning.
- The guide is English-speaking only.
- Participants must be 6 years old or older.
- If you have more than two suitcases, it may not be possible to load them onto the transfer vehicle.
- Meeting Points and Times: Please select the meeting place when you make a reservation. ①Minami Alps Plaza (Meeting time: 9:20) 650 Koju Hayakawa-cho, Minamikoma-gun, Yamanashi-ken 409-2732 Japan ②Rotary in front of JR Minobu Station (Meeting time: 9:55) 537 Tsunochi Minobu-cho, Minamikoma-gun, Yamanashi-ken 409-2412 Japan
At Meeting Point ①, the guide and the shuttle vehicle will be waiting. At Meeting Point ②, there are no staff will be stationed, however the shuttle vehicle departing from Meeting Point ① will pick you up at Meeting Point ②, and the guide will greet you there.
注意事項
Notes:
- Bring your Photo ID (may be required in case of emergency)
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes and clothing suitable for temperature adjustment.
- fSince trekking is included, we recommend wearing flexible and easy-to-layer clothing.
- Bring a raincoat or similar for sudden weather changes.
- Please bring your own drinks for the trek.