Explore Mt. Kiso-Komagatake, one of the highlights of the Central Japanese Alps, with a professional mountain guide.

The ropeway takes you high into the mountains, making it possible to enjoy spectacular alpine scenery without a long approach on foot. From the highlands, you can experience beautiful mountain landscapes, seasonal alpine plants, and the unique atmosphere of the Japanese Alps.

This is one of our recommended mountain experiences for visitors who want to discover the beauty of the Japanese Alps.

Step back in time and enjoy traditional Japanese games such as **hanetsuki** (Japanese battledore and shuttlecock), **koma** (spinning tops), and other classic games.

These simple games have been enjoyed by generations of Japanese people. Take your time, have fun, and discover a playful side of traditional Japanese culture.

Learn how to make traditional Japanese soba noodles by hand.

From mixing the buckwheat flour to rolling and cutting the dough, you’ll experience the traditional process of making soba. After making your own noodles, enjoy them fresh as a delicious meal.

A hands-on experience that lets you discover a unique part of Japanese food culture.

Make and enjoy **Gohei Mochi**, a traditional local food from the mountain regions of central Japan.

Shape rice onto a wooden skewer, coat it with a savory-sweet miso sauce, and grill it over a fire until fragrant and lightly browned.

Enjoy the warm, freshly grilled Gohei Mochi while experiencing a simple and traditional part of rural Japanese food culture.

Enjoy nagashi somen, a traditional Japanese summer activity where chilled somen noodles flow down a bamboo chute.

Catch the noodles with your chopsticks, dip them in a refreshing sauce, and enjoy them as they pass by.

Perfect for a hot summer day, this fun and refreshing experience is a great way to enjoy the season and Japanese food culture.

Learn how to make oden, a comforting Japanese dish made by simmering ingredients such as daikon radish, eggs, and fish cakes in a flavorful broth.

Prepare the ingredients together and let them slowly simmer until they absorb the rich flavors of the broth.

Especially enjoyable during the colder months, this is a cozy way to experience a taste of everyday Japanese home cooking.

Experience mochi pounding, a traditional Japanese activity often enjoyed during festivals and special occasions.

Using a wooden mallet and a large mortar, work together to pound steamed glutinous rice until it becomes smooth and chewy.

Make mochi together, enjoy it freshly prepared, and experience a lively part of Japanese food culture.

Discover the unique flavors and aromas of Japanese sake through a tasting of several different varieties.

Compare different styles of sake and learn about the characteristics of each one while enjoying a relaxed evening at Kurumian.

A simple and enjoyable way to experience an important part of Japanese food and drinking culture.

Experience hanami, the traditional Japanese custom of enjoying cherry blossoms in spring.

Take a leisurely walk beneath the blooming cherry trees, enjoy the beautiful scenery, and experience the arrival of spring in the Japanese countryside.

A peaceful way to enjoy one of Japan’s most beloved seasonal traditions.

Explore the mountains and countryside around Kurumian and discover seasonal wild vegetables growing in the spring.

Learn how to identify and gather edible mountain plants with a local guide, then enjoy what you have collected as part of a traditional Japanese meal.

Experience the flavors of spring and discover a unique part of rural Japanese life.

Discover the traditional Japanese craft of natural dyeing using fresh mugwort.

Gather mugwort and use it to create natural colors on fabric, learning how plants from the surrounding countryside can be used in everyday life.

A hands-on experience that connects you with nature and traditional Japanese craftsmanship.

Experience the lively atmosphere of a traditional Japanese summer festival.

Enjoy local festival food, traditional games, and the festive atmosphere of the Japanese countryside. Depending on the season and local events, you may also have the chance to see fireworks or traditional performances.

A fun way to experience the culture and traditions of summer in Japan.

Pick fresh summer vegetables straight from the garden and enjoy the flavors of the season.

Depending on the time of year, you may find tomatoes, eggplants, peppers, and other seasonal vegetables growing in the garden.

Experience a simple part of rural Japanese life and enjoy vegetables at their freshest.

Experience the traditional work of chopping firewood by hand.

Using an axe, split logs into firewood and discover the simple satisfaction of working with your hands. The firewood you chop may later be used in the wood-burning stove at Kurumian.

A hands-on experience that connects you with nature and the traditional rhythm of rural life in Japan.

Experience hatsumode, the traditional Japanese custom of visiting a shrine or temple at the beginning of the New Year.

Visit a local shrine, make a wish for the year ahead, and experience the peaceful atmosphere of a Japanese New Year.

A special way to discover one of Japan’s most cherished New Year traditions.