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LanguagesChinese, Japanese, English
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Overview
Escape the crowds and discover a more peaceful side of Himeji on this unique wellness day tour—combining Zen meditation, Buddhist culture, nature, and a rare radon bath for a day of mindfulness and detox that resets both mind and body.
- Mt. Shosha Ropeway & Engyoji Temple: Take a scenic ropeway up Mt. Shosha, then explore the historic Engyoji Temple—over 1,000 years old, known as the "Mount Hiei of the West" and a filming location for The Last Samurai.
- Monk-Guided Tour & Zen Meditation: Learn about the temple's history and Buddhist teachings from a monk, then take part in an authentic Zen meditation session in a special area not normally open to the public.
- Rare Underground Radon Bath: Head to Tomisu no Sato, a wellness facility inside a former gold mine—one of only three of its kind in the world. Enjoy a lunch made with local ingredients on your preference, then refresh in tunnels naturally filled with radon. (You'll change into a provided robe for the radon bath.)
What's included
Zen meditation experience
Round-trip Mount Shosha Ropeway
Round-trip and in-tour transportation from JR Himeji Station
Mount Shosha admission fee + minibus transportation, Tomisu no Sato radon bath admission (radon bath robe included).
Transportation to/from JR Himeji Station (before and after the tour) is not included.
What to expect
Shoshazan Ropeway
Pass by
Glide up Mt. Shosha by ropeway for panoramic views over Himeji.
Shoshazan Engyoji
3h · Admission ticket included
Explore Engyoji Temple, a 1,000-year-old mountain temple often called the "Mount Hiei of the West" and a filming location for The Last Samurai. With a monk as your guide, discover its historic halls and traditions, then experience an authentic Zen meditation in a special area closed to the public.
You will visit:
① Maniden Hall — learn about the temple's history and Buddhist teachings from a monk.
② Daikodo (Great Lecture Hall) & Jikido (Dining Hall) — explore two of Engyoji's impressive historic buildings.
③ Jogyodo Hall — take part in a Zen meditation experience in an area normally closed to the public.
Tomisuno Sato
2h · Admission ticket included
A unique wellness retreat hidden inside a former gold mine—said to be the only one of its kind in Japan, and one of just three in the world. Enjoy a lunch of local ingredients, then relax deep in the tunnels, surrounded by naturally occurring radon that gently restores body and mind.
Similar to a bedrock bath, you relax lying or sitting in the radon-filled tunnels, not soaking in water. Afterward, you're welcome to enjoy the hot bath.
Notes:
① You'll change into a provided robe for the radon bath.
➁ Towels and bath towels are not provided—please bring your own. (Hand towels are available on-site for ¥400 each.)
③ Guests with tattoos: the radon bath is available, but use of the hot bath is not permitted.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Please meet-up at Himeji Station Central Exit Ticket Gate.
End point
Please meet-up at Himeji Station Central Exit Ticket Gate.
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Some parts of the itinerary involve walking (all within 10 minutes walking distance).
Guests with tattoos: the radon bath is available, but use of the hot bath is not permitted.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
