Culture Hiking History Spectacular view Tamano

Walking and visit to the temple and shrine, especially “Makeup Jizo statue”

Walking tour to get the experience of the relationship and inherited culture between Kyoto and Touji area through “Makeup Jizo statue”

Plan Details

“Make-up Jizo” is rare in Japan.
The color and design of makeup is different depending on the region.
Through trade with Kamigata(OSAKA), the culture of Kyoto was introduced to Touji area, and other events such as “Danjiri” and “Yakko Parade” are also held in the fall. You can feel its uniqueness and the culture that was transmitted through maritime transportation in the Seto Inland Sea.

Tourism Contents Summary

“Makeup Jizo statue” near Muneage port

“Makeup Jizo statue” at the area of Shimo-yamasaka

“Makeup Jizo statue” located along the Hase River

Muneage hachimangu shrine was given the status of “Gousha” shrine and became the center of this region.
It is made entirely of zelkova wood, and the skill of the carvings on all sides are amazing.

View from Muneage hachimangu Shrine.
It is said that the origin of the name “Muneage” is that when Empress Jingu stopped by Muneage in the past, she praised it as a beautiful view that made her heart clear.

Sampouin temple
This temple has a statue of “Fudo Myoo”, a standing statue of “Amida Nyorai”, “Jizo Bosatsu”, “Enmei Jizo”, etc. and has become an important presence in this region (Currently, it is not possible to visit inside)

Plan Information

  • Plan Price

    Adult JPY 30,000 / per person
    Child(3-12Y) JPY 28,000 / per person
    Infant(0-2Y) Free of charge

  • Location

    Tamano City, OKAYAMA

  • Time Required

    3 hours

  • Meeting Place & Time

    JR UNO STATION
    09:00 AM

  • Course Details

    9:00: Meet English speaking guide at JR Uno Station. Move to Touji area by car.
    From 9:30 to 10:45: Visit to 3 kinds of “Makeup Jizo statue” in Touji area.
    10:45 to 11:45: Visit to “Muneage Hachimangu Shrine” and “Sampouin” temple in Touji area.
    11:45: Move to JR Uno Station by car.
    12:00: Arrive at JR Uno Station.

  • Set Dates

    From 01 APR 2024 to 31 MAR 2025

  • Excluded Dates

    From 28 DEC 2024 to 08 JAN 2025

  • Supported Languages

    English

  • Reservation Contact

    INCONTRO MONDO
    TEL:0081-863-33-1414
    FAX:0081-863-33-1414
    Email:aroundnaoshima@gmail.com

  • Operating Company

    INCONTRO MONDO
    (Land operator registrated by the prefectural governor of OKAYAMA””NO.14″” )
    TEL:0081-863-33-1414
    FAX:0081-863-33-1414

Included in the price

  • The fee of the private car. English speaking guide.

Not included

Note

Other

Please come wearing clothes and shoes that are comfortable for walking.

Number of participants

Min. # of Participants per Party→1PAX
Min. # of Participants→2PAX
Max. # of Participants→10PAX

Closing Date

7days before the participation date(except Saturday and Sunday and Holiday)

Spaces Available

On request

Necessary when making a reservation

1. Date of participation
2. Name of representative
3. Number of participations
4. Contact address(number of phone or address of e-mail)
6. Available language for conversation

Cancellation Fees

50% for the date of participation before 3day.
70% for the date of participation before 2day and 1day.
100% for on the day of participation and no-contact cancel.

Inquiries

INCONTRO MONDO(KAWAMOTO)
TEL:0081-863-33-1414
FAX:0081-863-33-1414
Email:aroundnaoshima@gmail.com

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Access

Access to Naoshima from major locations.