～Explore Regional Flavors～
The best way to experience Japan is to savor the fresh and fantastic delicacies
and rich cultures only available off the beaten path. Japanese foodstuffs
and local ways are truly unique to every region,
and in harmony with each season.
The different regions of Japan each have their own local cuisine. SAVOR JAPAN is your guide to the attractions of Japan’s small farming, fishing, and mountain communities — especially the great food they offer.
All SAVOR JAPAN areas are, after careful vetting, certified by the Japanese Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries.
SAVOR JAPAN certification is designed to draw attention to the local brand that come from the numerous farming, mountain and fishing villages throughout Japan where food is a way of life, and lead to an increase in interpersonal exchanges through a deeper discovery of Japanese cuisine and the enjoyment of unforgettable experiences in authentic Japanese food culture.
We look forward to seeing you in one soon.
Hakuba, Nagano
To Hakuba Iwatake where you can overlook the Northern Alps. Enjoy the Hakuba pork croissant sandwich at a café and terrace with a beautiful view!
Odate Cultural Activity Promotion Committee
SPECIAL OFFER
Gondola 'Noah' return ticket special discount price
SPECIAL OFFER
Gondola 'Noah' return ticket special discount price
campaign period
29th April ~ 8th November 2020
Gondola 'Noah' return ticket special discount price
Adult: 2100yen → 2000yen
Child: 1150yen → 1100yen
remark:
- Up to 5 people
- Business operations may change due to weather conditions
Ichinoseki, Iwate
Enjoy mochi making experience with a mini pestle ad mortar!
SPECIAL OFFER
free mini parfait
SPECIAL OFFER
Participants durig this campaign period also receive a free mini parfait
campaign period
1st April 2020 ~ 31st March 2021
Participants durig this campaign period also receive a free mini parfait
Odate, Akita
Stay at a farmhouse and enjoy the winter!
Odate Cultural Activity Promotion Committee
SPECIAL OFFER
「Hachi-kun」coaster
SPECIAL OFFER
「Hachi-kun」coaster
campaign period
January ~ beginning of March 2020
Yamagata,Tsuruoka
Yamagata,Tsuruoka
Tokamachi,Niigata
Visit the Hoshitoge Rice Terraces!
Matsunoyama"MANMA"
Tokamachi,Niigata
Meet Japannese traditioal beauty.The tour you can go to the most special kimono factories and experience it. (With a lunch box)
Tokamachi Tourist Association
Tokamachi,Niigata
Visit Japan's top 3 gorges "kiyotsu gorge" and experience the YUKI coutries' gourmet
Tokamachi Tourist Association
Kyoto
Experience 5 activities insipired by kyoto's sea, food and culture
Tokamachi Tourist Association
SPECIAL OFFER
original ochoko (small cup for sake) from umi no kyoto will be gifted
SPECIAL OFFER
original ochoko (small cup for sake) from umi no kyoto will be gifted
campaign period
January ~ December 2020
First 100 people (5 experiences x 100 people = 500 people)
umi no kyoto's orginal ochoko will be gifted!
how to receive: on the day of the experience
Kyoto
study how to make Japanese tradtioal dessert "sakura nerikiri" ~hanazanmai~
Azukinosato
SPECIAL OFFER
tea made from roasted dainagon red beans
SPECIAL OFFER
tea made from roasted dainagon red beans
campaign period
January ~ December 2020 (Not open every Wednesday and Sunday)
if you sign up as a group with more than 5 people, each person will receive a 5-pack red bean tea
Sanuki,Kagawa
Gomadaki (the Buddhist rite of burning wood sticks) at Shodoshima 88 Sacred Site "No. 41 Bukkokusan"
shodoshima-kotu
SPECIAL OFFER
special visit at night time
SPECIAL OFFER
special visit at night time
campaign period
April 2020 ~ every even number month on Saturdays (planned)
general visit is until 6PM, but for those registered for this tour, a chance to visit at nighttime will be given. Enjoy the sunset in Setonaikai and the bonfire and forget about your busy life through this healing experiences
remark:
- the taxi fee will not include the expenses for Sangaku Reijo (night time prayer and gomaki fee)
- reference: night time prayer fee: 500yen per personm gomaki: 500yen
- Sangaku Reijo may be around 5 degrees lower than the foot of the mountain so please dress appropriately
- in the evening, we will be going through a dark area in the cave so please wear appropriate clothes and shoes
- registration is available until 3PM of the day
Sanuki,Kagawa
Gomadaki (the Buddhist rite of burning wood sticks) at Shodoshima 88 Sacred Site "No. 2 Goishizan"
shodoshima-kotu
SPECIAL OFFER
special visit at night time
SPECIAL OFFER
special visit at night time
campaign period
April 2020 ~ every even number month on Saturdays (planned)
general visit is until 6PM, but for those registered for this tour, a chance to visit at nighttime will be given. Enjoy the sunset in Setonaikai and the bonfire and forget about your busy life through this healing experiences
remark:
- the taxi fee will not include the expenses for Sangaku Reijo (night time prayer and gomaki fee)
- reference: night time prayer fee: 500yen per personm gomaki: 500yen
- Sangaku Reijo may be around 5 degrees lower than the foot of the mountain so please dress appropriately
- in the evening, we will be going through a dark area in the cave so please wear appropriate clothes and shoes
- registration is available until 3PM of the day
Sanuki,Kagawa
Feel Japan's four seasons by making Wasanbon, sugar confectionary using wooden molds at Sanshuizdutsuayashiki
Kagawa Prefecture Tourism Association
SPECIAL OFFER
enjoy the soft taste of freshly made, soft wasanbon.
SPECIAL OFFER
enjoy the soft taste of freshly made, soft wasanbon.
campaign period
January ~ December
enjoy the soft taste of freshly made, soft wasanbon. This texture can only be experienced by those who helped make it. Children of age 2 and up can participate so we recommend you sign up as a family!
Sanuki,Kagawa
Takamatsu's local fish market Tour
LreiC
SPECIAL OFFER
fish market tour
SPECIAL OFFER
fish market tour
campaign period
January ~ December 2020
this tour allows you to walk through the fish market that only registered traders usually go in. You will be able to feel the energy in the market through this tour.
Remark:
-the floor is very slippery, so please wear appropriate shoes
-in the morning, traffic will be busy around the fish market, so please be aware.
Sanuki,Kagawa
Yashima Night Tour Bus (Nightscape viewing)
LreiC
SPECIAL OFFER
special visit at night time
SPECIAL OFFER
special visit at night time
campaign period
January ~ December 2020
since there is no public transportation at night time, if you do not have a car, sign up for this tour. We will pass Kawaramachi station and a hotel in Takamatsu so it is very convenient.
Remark:
- the bus will be leaving strictly on time, so please arrive with some extra time. (no refunds for not being on time)
- there will be a pocket translator on the bus so you will be able to communicate with the driver
- cancellations due to the weather will be counted as a normal cancellation.
Sanuki,Kagawa
Kimono-wearing Tour at Ritsurin Garden
LreiC
SPECIAL OFFER
special visit at night time
SPECIAL OFFER
special visit at night time
campaign period
January ~ December 2020
from April to September, you can enter the park from 5:30AM. We recommend you try the Morning okayu at the Kaentei. Enjoy the fresh air and the beautiful scenery.
Remark:
- children 4 years and older may sign up; however, kids' kimono is only available for girls.
Sanuki,Kagawa
Stay at a farmhouse and enjoy the winter!
UDON HOUSE
SPECIAL OFFER
Udon-making experience
SPECIAL OFFER
Udon-making experience
campaign period
January ~ December 2020
this experience-based accommodation has received Furusato masterpiece of the year in 2018 and has revitalized the local economy as well as receiving the next break award at the Shokukakeru project. The udon-making class is led by a pro and the taste of udon made with great efforts will be one to remember.
Remark:
- this is a renovated old private house and the interior is popular among foreign visitors. You can choose between a Japanese-style room and a dormitory.
- we have also provided optional programs such as kayaking and SUP and an island tour that will allow you to experience the Setonai area (the optional programs will require a separate fee. If you are interested, please contact us by email).
