Private Tour

Fermented Bento Workshop on the Yamanobe-no-michi Trail (private)

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Hosted in cofunia, a 100-year-old farmhouse at the foot of ancient burial mounds along the Yamanobe Trail, this hands-on workshop invites you into Japan’s slow food culture.

Highlights

- Located in a 100-year-old farmhouse on Japan’s oldest trail, Yamanobe-no-michi

- Hands-on fermentation-focused Japanese cooking

- Seasonal ingredients from local farmers and our garden

- Outdoor picnic on ancient sacred ground

Guests choose from two seasonal menus. Overnight guests can enjoy both over two days.

Menu A: Kakinoha-zushi Bento

- Salmon & pickle sushi wrapped in persimmon leaves

- Baked spring rolls with glass noodles and veggies

- Tofu-miso salad (Shira-ae)

- Soy sauce koji egg (pre-prepared)

- Local pickles (pre-prepared)

Menu B: Onigiri Bento

- Two rice balls: miso paste & umeboshi

- Koji teriyaki chicken

- Seasonal salad or spinach with dashi soy

- Fried koya tofu (pre-prepared)

- Local pickles (pre-prepared)

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Lunch

What To Expect

We will meet at cofunia, a 100-year-old farmhouse near the Yamanobe Trail. The house is situated along the historic Yamanobe Trail, in a peaceful rural setting. Please note: Nearest station is Nagara Station (JR Sakurai Line) — about 25 minutes on foot or 7 minutes by taxi.

3 hours 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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