Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Overview
Hosted in cofunia, a 100-year-old farmhouse at the foot of ancient burial mounds along the Yamanobe Trail, this hands-on workshop invites you into Japan’s slow food culture.
Highlights
- Located in a 100-year-old farmhouse on Japan’s oldest trail, Yamanobe-no-michi
- Hands-on fermentation-focused Japanese cooking
- Seasonal ingredients from local farmers and our garden
- Outdoor picnic on ancient sacred ground
Guests choose from two seasonal menus. Overnight guests can enjoy both over two days.
Menu A: Kakinoha-zushi Bento
- Salmon & pickle sushi wrapped in persimmon leaves
- Baked spring rolls with glass noodles and veggies
- Tofu-miso salad (Shira-ae)
- Soy sauce koji egg (pre-prepared)
- Local pickles (pre-prepared)
Menu B: Onigiri Bento
- Two rice balls: miso paste & umeboshi
- Koji teriyaki chicken
- Seasonal salad or spinach with dashi soy
- Fried koya tofu (pre-prepared)
- Local pickles (pre-prepared)
What's included
Lunch
What to expect
3h 30m
We will meet at cofunia, a 100-year-old farmhouse near the Yamanobe Trail.
The house is situated along the historic Yamanobe Trail, in a peaceful rural setting.
Please note:
Nearest station is Nagara Station (JR Sakurai Line) — about 25 minutes on foot or 7 minutes by taxi.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
At a Eco-lodge located along the Yamanobe-no-michi
End point
At a Eco-lodge located along the Yamanobe-no-michi
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
