Eco-Hiking with Open Air Tea Ceremony in Hiroshima
Meet your guide at the pedestrian deck on the second floor of Hiroshima Station (Shinkansen exit). The guide will explain the route and start the adventure. First, visit Hiroshima Toshogu Shrine, where you'll explore important cultural assets and other buildings on the grounds. Afterward, hike to Kinko Inari Shrine, located in the mountains of Futaba. Along the way, you'll pass seven small shrines, all surrounded by refreshing air.
At the top of the shrine, you'll reach the Peace Pagoda, where you can enjoy a breathtaking view of Hiroshima and the Seto Inland Sea. Following this, descend to Okumiya, where the guide will perform a traditional outdoor tea ceremony (Nodate) and serve you a bento box breakfast along with matcha tea and Japanese confectionery. Enjoy the cultural experience while taking in the beautiful scenery. Finally, the tour will return to the starting point to summarize your day's adventure.
Duration: 3 hours
Enjoy a morning hiking tour to Mt. Futaba with Hiroshima's history and an open-air tea ceremony!