【10% OFF】Osaka 2-Day Tour: Korankei & Shikizakura

Exclusive Private Night Event Under the Stars

Immerse yourself in a captivating evening beneath the dark skies prior to the brightening of the waning moon.

Explore one of Japan's premier stargazing locations, situated at 1,400 meters above sea level.

Ascend to the mountaintop event venue via a gondola.

Special Event This Year

• Alongside stargazing, partake in a Moon Viewing Festival and the mesmerizing Night Bubble Show, both offered during this year's full moon phase.
• Set in Achi Village, Nagano, previously designated as Japan's No.1 stargazing destination by the Ministry of the Environment, the venue provides exceptionally clear night skies enveloped by mountains. As the event commences, all artificial lighting is turned off for an extraordinary celestial experience.

Please Note: Dress warmly, as the temperatures at the summit can be quite chilly.

Enjoy the spectacular Night Bubble Show with hundreds of thousands of bubbles lighting up the night sky.

• Experience the stunning Night Bubble Show featuring hundreds of thousands of bubbles floating in the night sky.
• Observe bubbles of various sizes drifting above while captivating lights and music conjure a magical, dreamlike ambiance.

Receive a DIY Star Lantern Kit as a special gift for every participant.

• Get a DIY Star Lantern Kit that includes an LED light and batteries.
• Assemble your lantern easily without the need for glue or scissors, then illuminate the night for a memorable, photo-ready experience at this exclusive HIS event.

Fudo Onsen Kashibishi Hotel

• Delight in a traditional irori (sunken hearth) Japanese kaiseki dinner featuring local delicacies.
• Relax under the breathtaking night sky of Achi Village, once recognized as Japan's No.1 stargazing location.
• The hotel offers hot spring baths utilizing heated and supplemented onsen water.

Tenryu Suijin Onsen Yoshinotei

• Experience a traditional Japanese kaiseki dinner.
• Unwind in an open-air hot spring bath beneath a starry sky.
• Stay at a hot spring ryokan positioned in the Southern Alps, overlooking the Tenryu River.

Hirugami Onsen Yurui no Yado Keizan

• Savor a traditional Japanese kaiseki dinner.
• Relax in a rejuvenating hot spring known for its skin-enhancing properties.

Hirugami Onsen Yutari no Sato Inaka

• Relax in the renowned skin-beautifying hot springs of Hirugami Onsen.
• Indulge in an all-you-can-eat buffet featuring over 60 Japanese, Western, and Chinese dishes, freshly prepared in an open kitchen.
• Unwind in a selection of 19 indoor and outdoor baths.

Information about Tour

• Place of departure and destination: From OSAKA to NAGANO / GIFU / AICHI
• Number of days of travel: 2 days
• Means of transportation: Bus
• Name of bus company: International Motor Vehicles Osaka or equivalent
• Meal(s): Dinner x 1, Breakfast x 1
• Minimum number of passengers to operate: 20
• Number of GUIDE: 1

Tour Operator Information

• Company Name: H.I.S. Co., Ltd.
• Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team
• Address: Mainichi Intecio 16F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN
• Registration No: No. 724 by the Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency
• Membership: Full Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)

Contact Information

• Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team
• Address: Mainichi Intecio 15F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN
• Tel: +81- 50-1745-1444
• Opening hour: 10:00~18:00
• (Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)

General Travel Services Manager:

Eri Tomiyama
The Tour Operations Manager oversees transactions related to your travel at the sales office, managing your travel arrangements. If you have any inquiries or concerns regarding the information provided by the staff about this travel contract, please feel free to reach out to the aforementioned Tour Operations Manager.

Please read and comprehend the Terms and Conditions below.

• Travel Terms and Conditions: Domestic Package Tours
• Travel Agency Terms and Conditions: Section of Package Tour Contract

Highlights

• Only on Nov. 22 & 23! Participate in a special HIS charter event beneath Japan's premier stargazing skies, recognized by the Ministry of the Environment.
• Experience the amazing Night Bubble Show featuring countless bubbles illuminating the night sky.
• Each participant will receive a DIY Star Lantern Kit as a complimentary gift.
• Discover Korankei, one of Japan's finest locations for autumn foliage, home to over 4,000 maple trees.
• Travel to Obara Village to witness the uncommon Shikizakura, the cherry blossoms that flower twice a year.
• Stroll along the Tenryukyo Sky Corridor for stunning panoramic views of the gorge.
• Accommodations at Fudo Onsen Kashibishi, Tenryu Suijin Onsen Yoshinotei, Hirugami Onsen Yurui no Yado Keizan, or Hirugami Onsen Yutari no Sato Inaka.

Itinerary

• Umeda (Meet 10:15, Departure 10:30)
• Tenryukyo Bridge "Sky Stroll" (Experience the solitary bridge soaring into the sky! You can also enjoy the autumn foliage at this time of year! / Approx. 40 minutes)
• Arrival at the hotel around 16:10
• After dinner, we will guide you on a night tour! (Enjoy the starry sky at an altitude of 1,400 meters, which has been selected as the No. 1 place where stars shine most continuously!) (Departure from hotel around 18:00, arrival back at hotel around 21:30)
• This year, as it falls on a full moon date, in addition to the stargazing event, you can also enjoy events such as moon viewing and a night bubble show! Enjoy events different from the usual!
• Hotel (Departure around 9:30)
• Ohara Village (Twice a year, the Shikizakura cherry blossoms dye the mountain pink! / Approx. 60 minutes)
• Korankei Gorge (A breathtaking sight of approximately 4000 maple trees in autumn colors! / Approx. 90 minutes)
• Seki Drive-in (Restroom break / Approx. 30 minutes)
• Umeda (Around 18:30)

Price Details

Included

• Accommodation
• Breakfast
• Japanese guide
• Air-conditioned bus
• Admission fee
• Dinner

Not included

• Expenses not mentioned

Important Information

Important Notes During Bus Tour

1. Please refrain from drinking alcohol on the bus.

2. Members of the odd-numbered group may need to share seats with other passengers on the bus.

3. As stipulated by Japanese law, please wear your seat belt on the tour bus.

4. Please remain seated and avoid walking while the tour bus is moving.

5. Seating on the bus is assigned by H.I.S staff. Please do not change your seat during the tour.

6. Please be punctual and arrive at the designated meeting place on time. The bus will depart on time and will not wait for latecomers.

7. Latecomers who wish to rejoin the group will be responsible for all transportation fees.

8.Please wear the sticker provided by the tour guide visibly.

9. Avoid sticking the sticker on leather goods, as it may leave marks.

10. Do not use the seat reclining function or adjust the seat settings.

11. Please set all electronic devices, including mobile phones and game consoles, to silent mode.

12. Talking on mobile phones and making video calls are prohibited on the tour bus.

13. Smoking is strictly prohibited on the tour bus.

14. Arrival times at each sightseeing spot may vary depending on traffic conditions.

15. The use of drones for filming or other purposes is prohibited during the tour.

16. Please do not use perfume, sprays, or change baby diapers on the bus, as it may disturb other passengers.

17. Manage your valuable belongings yourself.

18. After the tour, please take all your trash with you and do not leave any on the bus.

19. Ensure you do not forget or leave any personal belongings on the bus after the tour.

20. If you fail to follow these regulations and cause a disturbance on the bus, you may be asked to leave the bus, even during the tour.

Purchase Notice

• This tour is a Japanese tour. The tour conductor will provide language support using a translator (Pocket Talk).
• Eligibility: This tour is not valid for Japanese nationals. It is available to overseas tourists only.
• This is not a private tour; you will enjoy the tour with other guests.
• If the minimum number of participants (20) is not met by (14) days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date might be canceled.
• The night tour can be very cold. Please bring warm clothing. A flashlight and hand warmers are also recommended.
• The Night Bubble Show and other events are weather-dependent. The tour will still operate if the gondola is running, even in rainy weather.
• If the gondola is suspended due to strong winds or severe weather, a souvenir of equivalent value will be provided instead. No refunds will be issued.
• No chairs are provided during the event. Please bring your own ground sheet or blanket if needed.
• Guests in odd-numbered groups may be asked to share bus seats.
• Sightseeing time may be shortened due to weather or traffic conditions.

How to Use

Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.

Cancellation Policy

• 21 or more day(s) before the activity date: 0% cancellation fee
• Between 8 and 20 day(s) before the activity date: 20% cancellation fee
• Between 2 and 7 day(s) before the activity date: 30% cancellation fee
• 1 day(s) before the activity date: 40% cancellation fee
• On the activity date: 50% cancellation fee