☆案心ほっこり旅の会
★Anshin Hokkori Travel party
☆ "Hokkori Air" Journey: Spreading from Tea Tailored to You
In our Yuru Tabi Kai (Casual Travel Group), we value the experience of solo travel, providing a place where you can confidently connect with your true self. By making friends and sharing joy through travel, a warm community naturally forms. While boredom can lead to negative emotions, finding enjoyment through new challenges can spark positive change.
Do you love tea? We're planning day trips without tourist buses, designed for tea lovers to enjoy together. This journey is a "Hokkori Yuru Cha Tabi" – a relaxed, cozy tea trip – where we learn about health and culture through tea, enjoy locally sourced lunches and desserts, and share meaningful conversations. We also host "Chakai-cum-Cha Tabi Kai" (Tea Gathering & Tea Travel Group) to help you find the perfect tea for you.
The reason we chose "Anshin" (案心) instead of "Anshin" (安心) is significant: while "An" (安) implies peace of mind, "An" (案) contains the radical for "tree" (木), symbolizing the idea of taking a step and starting something new with a challenge. It reflects our desire to help you with the feeling that, surprisingly, things will work out once you begin.
I originally started with activities akin to guiding, running "Yuru Chakai" that double as tourist and health information centers, and "Tabi no Kai" that focus on food and the flow of nature through travel. By adding this element of challenge, I aim to provide an even richer experience. However, the fundamental core of what we do remains unchanged.
Our goal for these trips is to create a flow together, assuming that each person is unique, to avoid unreasonable expectations, and ultimately to act genuinely together.
We look forward to your continued support!
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What shrine is right for you?
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What place suits each individual?
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What hobbies make you feel alive?
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Who is your exclusive local farmer?
Those feeling a bit down or tired of daily life are also very welcome. Let's enjoy a journey of new discoveries that connect you with yourself.
● The Flow
We'll visit places with a tea theme, health-related facilities, shrines and temples, or even anime sacred sites. We'll hold a "Hokkori" (cozy) tea gathering that leverages tea and the local characteristics. The content varies by location, ensuring a new enjoyment each time.
● Features
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Enjoy tea in various locations through real, hands-on experiences.
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These are authentic journeys, visiting shops committed to local production and consumption, and quality food.
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Deepen your knowledge, with the experience changing significantly depending on the members who gather.
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Enjoy the journey with a stamp rally feel.
● Pricing and Registration
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Participation fees start from ¥5,000 and vary depending on the season, date, number of participants, and local conditions.
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Prices are finalized two weeks in advance, and payment begins from that point.
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Transportation fees are paid separately.
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We maintain small groups of up to 6 people. If capacity is exceeded, we'll guide you to the next available tour.
Our goal for these trips is to create a flow together, assuming that each person is unique, to avoid unreasonable expectations, and ultimately to act genuinely together.
Travel is the best medicine. We offer a travel-style tea gathering that prioritizes healthy and cultural connections, deepening knowledge, fostering interaction, and discussing opinions. We provide trips that you can enjoy in a short time even when busy, where you consider food and health through tea, feel the difference in nature and food, and enjoy yourself in a cozy atmosphere.
Let's enjoy a new travel style together. We offer a relaxed, yet profound, "Hokkori Yuru Cha Tabi.
Travel Close to Home!
Experience solo travel, or take on new challenges together as a group!
定期ほっこり旅の会
★Regular Travel party
Kanto Region:
☆Kinomiya Shrine Healing Retreat
A journey to heal your mind and body at Kinomiya Shrine!
Meeting Point: Kinomiya Station (Please consult with us if you are coming from Atami Station or by car) Meeting Time: 10:15 AM - The end time will be announced to participants. Participation Fee: From ¥7,500 Dates: At least once a month (one of which is a Saturday)
Schedule: This is a guideline only
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10:15 AM - Meeting & Registration: Meet and join up at Kinomiya Station.
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10:30 AM - Kinomiya Shrine Visit: Visit Kinomiya Shrine, famous as a power spot. See the sacred giant camphor tree and purify your heart.
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Tea Gathering on How to Visit a Shrine: Learn about the correct way to visit a shrine and its history while enjoying tea in a relaxed atmosphere.
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12:00 PM - Locally Sourced Lunch: Enjoy lunch using fresh, local ingredients. Upgrades are available for an additional ¥1,000.
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1:30 PM - Stroll & Move: Take a leisurely stroll around the shrine and enjoy the beauty of nature.
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2:30 PM - Kampo (Traditional Japanese Medicine) Health Tea Gathering: Hold a tea gathering on topics related to Kampo and health. The theme changes depending on the day.
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Tea Gathering Based on the Perfect Tea for You: Choose a tea that suits each participant and spend a relaxing time. Learn wisdom from tea.
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A Meditative Journey with Tea: Embark on a meditative journey while drinking tea and refresh your mind and body.
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Benefits:
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Enjoy surprise elements with a mystery tour format that changes depending on the members.
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The content is gentle and aims to heal, feel, and impart wisdom to the mind and body.
This tour is an excellent opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, feel history, and refresh your mind and body. We also offer Premium Yuru Tabi Kai for those who want a more relaxed experience or want to try something different.
★ Setagaya-sen Ocha to Tabearuki no Kai
(Setagaya Line Tea & Food Walk Tour)
Dates & Times: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (includes lunch) or Afternoon (lunch not included). Participation Fee:
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Morning Tour: From ¥7,500 (includes lunch and tea expenses)
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Afternoon Tour: From ¥5,000 (lunch not included)
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Transportation costs are separate. Maximum Participants: 1 to 6 people
Tour Content:
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Meeting Point: Announced each time from one of the following: Odakyu Line: Umegaoka, Gotokuji; Keio Line: Shimo-Takaido, Shimokitazawa.
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Participants and the organizer will meet for brief self-introductions and a tour overview.
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Mystery Spot Tour: Visit tea-related spots chosen by a tea master, including places connected to tea and hidden gems.
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Lunch Time: Enjoy a delicious meal at a recommended lunch spot.
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Stroll: Take a leisurely walk through the charming shopping streets and historic areas along the Setagaya Line.
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Tea Gathering: A mini-lecture and tasting session on Kampo (Traditional Japanese Medicine), health, and Chinese tea.
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Dismissal: Sangen-jaya Station.
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Tour reflection and dismissal.
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Highlights:
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Mystery Tour Format: Destinations are adjusted to suit participants' interests.
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Health and Healing: An opportunity to deepen your knowledge of Kampo and Chinese tea.
★ Away with Bad Omens! North Kamakura Stroll & Tea Gathering to Attract Good Fortune
Meeting Point: JR Kita-Kamakura Station Meeting Time: 10:30 AM End Time: Around 2:00 PM
Tour Overview: This tour visits Tokeiji Temple, a historic "divorce temple" in Kita-Kamakura, where you'll learn prayer methods to sever negative ties and attract good fortune. We'll also hold a tea gathering focused on health and herbal medicinal cuisine, offering a refreshing time for both mind and body.
Tour Details:
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Tokeiji Temple Visit:
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History & Background: Founded in 1285, Tokeiji Temple historically served as a refuge, helping many women sever difficult ties.
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Prayer Method: Learn the correct way to pray at the temple and make wishes to cut off negative relationships.
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Kita-Kamakura Stroll:
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Nature & History Walk: Enjoy a leisurely walk through the beautiful natural surroundings and historical spots around Tokeiji Temple.
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Tea Gathering:
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Health Topics: Share the latest information and advice on health.
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Herbal Medicinal Cuisine: Learn about herbal and medicinal food knowledge, and enjoy actual tastings. The content will vary each time, so look forward to it!
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Participation Fee: From ¥7,500 (transportation costs during the tour are separate)
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What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes, drinks, notepad
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How to Apply: Please apply via our HP. It's also possible to host a "Gather if You Can" Casual Tea Gathering if enough people gather.
This tour offers a chance to enjoy history and nature while refreshing both your mind and body. We encourage you to join us!
☆ Afternoon Kamakura Tea Shop Stroll Tour
Tour Name: Kamakura Famous Tea Shop Tour & Health Tea Gathering Meeting Point: JR Kamakura Station Meeting Time: 2:30 PM End Time: Around 5:30 PM
Tour Overview: In the afternoon, this tour visits famous tea shops in Kamakura, where you'll enjoy comparing Japanese tea, black tea, and oolong tea. A health-focused tea gathering will also be held, offering a relaxing time.
Tour Details:
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Famous Shop Tour:
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Visit carefully selected famous shops.
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Black Tea & Oolong Tea: Enjoy tasting and comparing black teas and oolong teas at each shop.
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Health Tea Gathering:
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Health Topics: Learn about choosing and brewing teas beneficial for health.
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Participation Fee: From ¥5,000 (details will be provided upon application). Lunch is not included.
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Set Discount: A discount is available if you book this tour as a set with the Kita-Kamakura tour.
Additionally, Kamakura and Kita-Kamakura have Premium Yuru Tabi Kai options, so please consider those if you're interested.
☆ Kamakura Tea Pilgrimage & Meditation Journey to Harmonize Your Mind and Refresh Your Senses
Participation Fee: ¥9,800
In the midst of questioning daily life, dedicate a special day in Kamakura to confront your inner self. Meditate in the serene space of Tokeiji Temple (known as the "divorce temple") to release unwanted thoughts. Afterward, soothe your body with a seasonal Kamakura lunch, or enjoy eating and walking through Komachi-dori. Then, explore specialty shops for green tea, black tea, and oolong tea, experiencing the depth of tea with all five senses. Return home with new discoveries and a renewed sense of confidence and self-awareness. This is the journey we offer!
●Kamakura Tea Pilgrimage & Meditation Journey: Schedule
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Morning: Mind Detox - Meditation at Tokeiji Temple
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11:00 AM ~: Meet at JR Kita-Kamakura Station for a meditation experience. In the tranquil space of Tokeiji Temple, known as the "divorce temple," you'll calm your mind and engage in self-reflection through meditation.
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Before heading to Tokeiji Temple, we'll share meditation tips and guide you on the best tea type for you at a nearby cafe.
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Lunch: Savor Kamakura's Seasonal Flavors
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Enjoy a Kamakura vegetable lunch or a food stroll along Komachi-dori. Savor Kamakura's delights as you wish on the day.
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Afternoon: The World of Tea Through Your Five Senses
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Visit specialty shops for green tea, black tea, and oolong tea. As you walk, experience the differences in aroma, taste, and color of each tea with all five senses, embarking on a journey to find your favorite tea.
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Concluding the Journey: Tea Time to Deepen Your Health
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At the last tea shop of the tour, a "mini health-focused tea gathering" will be held for those interested. We'll briefly introduce the health benefits and correlations with body types of the teas explored today, from a pharmacological and Traditional Japanese Medicine perspective. We'll offer tips you can incorporate into your daily life.
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This is a brief tea gathering.
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For those interested, an additional Kampo Dendo Yuru Chakai can also be held.
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Please note that important considerations follow those of the Anshin Hokkori Tabi no Kai.
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☆ Simple Choguu Jinja Hokkori Tabi no Kai
A simple stroll with tea tailored to you.
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Time: 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM (times may vary slightly)
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Afternoon: 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Participation Fee:
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Morning: From ¥7,500 (includes lunch)
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Afternoon: From ¥5,000 (includes dessert)
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Tea Gathering: We'll discuss tea, travel, and health.
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How to visit a shrine.
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The itinerary is simple: Shrine Visit ☛ Lunch ☛ Tea Gathering.
Choguu Jinja has long been one of the guardian deities of the Kanto region and is believed to bring good fortune in business. Please come and experience its special atmosphere.
☆ Ninomiya Jinja Trip & Hidden Gem Local Food Tour
Health Tea Gathering Tour to enjoy at Ninomiya Jinja.
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Date: 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM
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Meeting Point: JR Ninomiya Station
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Participation Fee: From ¥7,500 (upgrade available for +¥1,000)
Tour Content:
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10:30 AM - Meet at JR Ninomiya Station:
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Meet with participants and head to Ninomiya's shrine.
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11:00 AM - Visit Ninomiya's Shrine:
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Calm your mind and pay respects at the historic Ninomiya Jinja.
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11:30 AM - Health Tea Gathering Starts:
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Enjoy tea while listening to discussions on Traditional Japanese Medicine and health. You can also receive advice from specialists.
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Locally Sourced Lunch: Savor a healthy lunch made with fresh, local ingredients. Upgraded menu options are also available for +¥1,000!
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1:30 PM - Relax Time:
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Relax amidst beautiful nature and enjoy interacting with other participants.
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The tour concludes at the location.
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A Premium Yuru Chakai option is available.
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☆ Motomachi-Chukagai Tea Tour
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Meeting & Orientation:
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Meeting Point: Motomachi-Chukagai Station
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Time: Around 11:00 AM
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Content: Tour overview and self-introductions among participants.
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Participation Fee: From ¥7,500 (transportation costs during the tour are separate)
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Tea Cafe Hopping:
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Visit shops specializing in Japanese tea, Chinese tea, and black tea.
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Medicinal Tea Experience:
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Medicinal Tea Gathering: Learn about the benefits and preparation of medicinal teas, and try a blend tailored to you.
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Lunch Time:
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Enjoy lunch at a recommended restaurant in Chinatown.
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Tea Gathering:
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We'll hold a tea gathering while preparing tea, discussing health and medicinal cuisine. Content will be provided each time.
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★ Kansai Region Tours
★ Kansai Area (Scheduled to be held once a month on Fridays, Saturdays, and Mondays)
① Mikane Shrine Visit and Japanese Lunch "Hokkori" Tea Gathering (Kyoto Kawaramachi)
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Participation Fee: 7500 yen and up (varies depending on the day)
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Time: 10:00 - 15:00 (tentative) (Includes tea and lunch, with an option to upgrade lunch for an additional 1000 yen)
This tour aims to improve your fortune by visiting Mikane Shrine, known for its benefits in financial luck, and Kikuno Daimyojin, known for its detoxifying effects. Afterwards, enjoy a Japanese lunch with a choice of green tea, black tea, or Chinese tea. You can also upgrade your lunch for a slightly more luxurious experience. After lunch, we will have a casual tea gathering while drinking high-quality Chinese tea and black tea. ＜Tea Gathering＞ We will talk about receptors. (The contents may change, but we will not do the Kampo Yuru Cha-kyoku or Datemaki Yuru Cha-kai.) Receptors are like receivers on the surface of cells that receive signals from hormones and neurotransmitters and regulate cell function. The state of receptors affects our physical and mental health and emotions.
You will learn about how the components contained in tea act on receptors and how to choose the right tea for you. ＜Itinerary＞ Meet at Keihan Sanjo Station at 10:00 → Visit Mikane Shrine → Visit Kikuno Daimyojin → Green tea & Japanese lunch (upgrade available) → Chinese tea, black tea → (About receptors) → Scheduled to disband at 15:00 *The order may change.
This tour embodies simplicity and a touch of luxury. Please join us.
② Improve Your Luck at a "Divorce" Shrine! A Fun Tea Learning Session (Kyoto Kawaramachi)
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Participation Fee: Varies depending on the date, 5000 yen and up (Includes light meal or dessert)
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Time: 15:00 - (Varies depending on the day) Meeting place: Keihan Kiyomizu Gojo Station (The order may change depending on the members gathered)
Tea is not only a traditional Japanese culture but also a good drink for health, flow, beauty, and detoxification. However, many people may not know much about the types, effects, and brewing methods of tea.
In this tour, we will first cut off unnecessary ties from the past at a "divorce" shrine to invite new luck.
Then, in a tea preparation class, you will learn about the history, types, and effects of tea while preparing matcha yourself. Let's enjoy tea with delicious sweets.
Finally, we will visit green tea, black tea, and Taiwanese tea shops to feel the differences in the aroma and taste of tea and find your favorite tea. You can also learn about how to brew and store tea from the shop staff.
＜Tea Gathering＞ Detox flow This is useful for predicting the effects and side effects of food and drugs, and for determining the optimal dosage and dosing interval. By understanding this, you can learn about the effects of food and health based on the detox flow.
*Those who participate in both ① and ② will receive a 20% discount on the total price. If you are interested in the tea tour, please join us. We are waiting for you.
③ Actually in the middle of Osaka: Authentic Food & Tea Tour
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Participation fee: 7500 yen and up (varies depending on the date)
The time will be announced when it gets closer. We will be touring with the motto of finding tea that suits you. Reference itinerary: First, we will look at teas that are somewhat suitable based on the tea gathering with the members → From the feeling of tea that suits you "This shop is a little different, and this dish is so soothing to the body. Isn't it interesting? Let's try it together." Lunch that you can say →
We will visit green tea, oolong tea, and black tea shops. The order varies depending on the day. It is a tea tour where you can relax and drink slowly while feeling each tea.
＜Tea Gathering＞ About Carbohydrates Carbohydrates are classified into polysaccharides such as starch and oligosaccharides, disaccharides such as sucrose and lactose, and monosaccharides such as glucose and fructose. It is characterized by being broken down into monosaccharides and used as an energy source. Biochemistry is a science that chemically elucidates the structure and function of organisms. Simply put, carbohydrates are compounds that carry energy and information for organisms, and we will have a tea gathering in conjunction with tea.
Lunch is included, but the restaurants may differ depending on the members.
*Basically, the members who gather will act together. It may be a two-part system in the morning and afternoon. *Please note that the organizer is not from Osaka, so they are not good at "boke" and "tsukkomi" (comedic roles).
★気まぐれほっこり旅の会
★ Kimagure Hokkori Tabi no Kai (Whimsical Cozy Travel Group)
① Karuizawa "Yuru Tabi Kai" - The Origin of Milk Tea: Tea & Milky Flavors
Currently on hold due to local facility construction. We will announce when it resumes.
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Participation Fee: From ¥9,000 (Transportation separate, includes tea, bicycle rental, and lunch)
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Time: 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM (approx.)
A Message from Royal Milk Tea: Before you think, "It'll make me fat!" or "It's bad for me!" Royal Milk Tea has been enjoyed in Japan since early times and is even said to have been loved by John Lennon. Milk contains essential proteins and fats, making it a luxurious drink. Let's enjoy a graceful time over royal milk tea.
Tea Gathering Content: We will discuss the nutrients and benefits of milk, including from a Traditional Japanese Medicine perspective. The "Spleen" (Hi), an organ in Eastern medicine, is related to digestion and immunity, and milk is considered good for the Spleen. We'll also talk about ways to enhance Spleen function and precautions.
Itinerary: Meet at Karuizawa Station → Travel by rental bicycle → Enjoy Royal Milk Tea at the historic Mampei Hotel → Savor lunch made with local ingredients → Shop for ingredients at a local supermarket.
During the Dendo Yuru Chakai, we'll enjoy tea talk while sipping royal milk tea. Feel free to stop by any interesting shops along the way, but please note we will not visit the outlet mall.
② Nishio Matcha Healing & History Tour
In Nishio, enjoying matcha is an everyday occurrence. Tea ceremonies and open-air tea gatherings are common, and even kindergartens and elementary/junior high schools enjoy school-wide tea ceremonies. Nishio matcha is characterized by its deep green color, elegant aroma, and mellow umami and richness, due to its traditional methods of cultivation (shelf-covered cultivation) and stone grinding. It has also received high praise in tea competitions. Nishio matcha was the first regional brand specific to matcha in Japan to be registered with the Japan Patent Office in 2009.
Tea Gathering Content: This "Dendo Yuru Tabi Kai" will delve into the basics of tea, medicine, and food preparation methods. It also includes a bit of a mystery cycle element; detailed information will be sent individually to those who request it.
Itinerary: Nishio Station → Dendo Yuru Chakai → Lunch → Explore matcha-related sights by rental bicycle. (As mentioned, it includes a bit of a mystery cycle element, so detailed information will be sent individually to those who request it.)
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Meeting Point: Meitetsu Nishio Station
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Participation Fee: From ¥7,500 (Minimum 1 participant, maximum 6)
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Time:
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Part 1: 9:30 AM - around 1:30 PM (approx.)
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Part 2: 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Sometimes held in two parts.
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Light meals and the Yuru Chakai may be combined.
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We hope many of you will connect with us horizontally! (Transportation is separate; includes tea, rental bicycle, and light meal.) We primarily use rental bicycles and trains. (This may change.) Let's get rid of the sluggishness built up during COVID-19 and find our flow!
③ Girls und Panzer Finale Support: Kashima Jingu Meditation & Oarai Tour
This tour supports "Girls und Panzer Das Finale" and explores Kashima Jingu Shrine and the town of Oarai, which served as the anime's setting. At Kashima Jingu, you'll receive amulets believed to bring good fortune in battle and ward off evil, and refresh your mind and body during a meditative "Yuru Chakai" to deeply reflect on yourself. In Oarai, you'll enjoy the townscape with Girls und Panzer characters and tanks appearing everywhere, and savor seafood dishes before a final tea gathering.
Itinerary: Kashima Jingu → Kashima Rinkai Railway (mini meditation) → Oarai → Lunch → Girls und Panzer pilgrimage → (Sake brewery tour) → Dendo Chakai. Expected to end around 6:00 PM.
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Participation Fee: From ¥7,500 (Transportation separate; includes lunch, tea, dessert, and rental bicycle if used)
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Time: 9:30 AM - Meet at Kashima Jingu (primarily bus or train travel)
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Maximum Participants: Up to 6 people.
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There is also a Grand Meditation Session. Details on the simple in-car meditation, line-side stroll, and tea gathering will be announced as needed.
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Tea Gathering Content: We will focus on rosehip tea, the mechanism of tea & detox. This will be the central theme for Kanto region tours.
④ Seeking Tea Scenery: Nikko from the Backroads
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Participation Fee: From ¥10,000 (Some transportation separate, includes other facility fees)
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Time: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (approx.)
This is a journey to explore Nikko's beautiful scenery via a different route than usual. It's a mystery tour designed for a solo-travel feel, offering unique experiences through train and bus travel. The tea you drink at the goal during tea time will be exceptional. This tour is planned for seasons with abundant nature, such as autumn foliage.
Enjoy seasonal limited-edition teas and be healed by Nikko's nature. If time permits, we'll also visit famous spots like Toshogu Shrine.
Itinerary: Meet at Tobu Kiryu Station at 8:30 AM → Train travel (itinerary is a surprise for the day!) → Tea Gathering +α (Learn about Kampo knowledge and benefits while choosing and serving tea that suits you) → Lunch (planned in transit) → Tea Time (Enjoy seasonal limited-edition teas while viewing beautiful scenery) → 3:00 PM Free time (e.g., visiting Toshogu Shrine, strolling) → 4:00 PM Disband at Tobu Nikko Station.
○ Shinagawa Kaido Tour
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Participation Fee: From ¥5,000 (Transportation separate, includes tea, facility fees, and light meal)
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Meeting Point: In front of the Keikyu Shin-Bamba Station ticket gate
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Time: 1:00 PM ~ (may vary depending on the day)
Tour Flow: The Shinagawa Kaido Tour offers a casual shrine visit and tea gathering.
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Ebara Jinja: Visit a shrine dedicated to the gods who bestow blessings of water and financial fortune.
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Shinagawa Jinja: Pay respects while experiencing history and cultural assets. Good luck charms for financial success are also recommended.
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Tea Gathering: Kampo Yuru Chakyoku + Travel Introduction. While serving tea that suits you, let's discuss how to enjoy travel and useful tips. Afterwards, we'll hold a mini Dendo Yuru Chakai (just at a slightly faster pace).
○ Yame Tea Town Tour: Food & Tea Producing Region in Kyushu
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Participation Fee: From ¥9,000 (varies by date) (Includes facility fees, rental bicycle-related costs, and lunch; transportation is separate)
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Time: Meet at Nishitetsu Tenjin Station at 9:30 AM - Expected to end around 5:00 PM
Itinerary: A journey to savor Kyushu's food and tour tea shops. Nishitetsu Tenjin Station → Food Sightseeing or Yanagawa → Travel to Yame → Yame Tea Shop Tour & Yuru Chakai & Senchado Workshop included! And that's not all... Next Day Options: Takachiho Tour, other tea regions outside Yame, detour tour on the way back to Tokyo, "Ordinary Kyushu Person Experience" tour (for non-Kyushu residents).
○ Authentic Black Tea & Black Tea with Delicious Water Tour (Scheduled to be determined)
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Meeting Point: In front of the Keisei Shizu Station ticket gate
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Time: Meet around 10:00 AM
This "Authentic Black Tea & Black Tea with Delicious Water Tour" is a travel-style tea gathering where you gain knowledge about the contents and discuss various opinions while traveling and interacting. Meet around 10:00 AM, then from around 10:15 AM, we'll hold a "Yuru Chakai" and tea gathering at a black tea shop. Enjoy a medicinal or borscht lunch, and drink Chinese tea and black tea.
Tea Gathering Content:
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Lecture on water.
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Basics of railways and aviation useful for travel.
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Narita is close, so you might actually go to China or the UK!! (We will do our best to make this a reality in the future!)
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Tour Flow:
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Meet at Shizu Station around 10:00 AM. "Yuru Chakai" and tea gathering at a black tea shop from around 10:15 AM.
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Medicinal or borscht lunch. Drink Chinese tea and black tea.
● Niigata Tea Producing Region Tour
An unexpected large tea producing region? A semi-mystery travel group, focused on tea & food, a "Cha Tabi Kai"!
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Meeting Point & Time:
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Meeting Time: Meet at Murakami Station by 10:00 AM.
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Highlight: Even those unfamiliar with trains, or those used to city trains, might see a different world.
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Tea Shop Tour:
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Content: Several tea shops will be visited as a surprise for the day. You'll feel the essence of Murakami. Highly recommended for those who dislike Gyokuro or Matcha! It might also be perfect for younger people? From here, aim to "detox from pets" (not cats or dogs!).
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Highlight: Feel the connection between tea and the town, and enjoy a different kind of fun than your usual life.
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Savoring Local Production for Local Consumption:
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Content: While enjoying tea, savor dishes made with local ingredients. The simple atmosphere unique to Niigata is also infused into the tea.
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Highlight: Enjoy feeling physical comfort.
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Tea Tasting & Health Talk:
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Content: After touring the region, we'll conclude by comparing teas and discussing health and tea.
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Highlight: Feel the connection between comfort and knowledge, and enjoy how different your experience can be from the person next to you. Feel the atmosphere of tea and connect warmly.
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Tea Gathering Content:
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Theme: We plan to discuss cells, bacteria, and the flow of tea.
This tour focuses on tea and food, allowing you to fully enjoy the charm of the region. Please join us!
Q: I don't understand what this means!
A: It's actually very simple. Think of it as a chance to gain knowledge and travel together while enjoying tea. The main takeaways are self-acceptance and horizontal connections. In a broader sense, it's about creating the next world. Since you've read this far, I hope you'll embrace that feeling and take action.
Q: Wouldn't a sightseeing bus be easier?
A: Sightseeing buses are great for saving time when you have a fixed itinerary, but they often mean sacrificing the freedom to go where you truly want. They're essentially a moving museum. Also, the organizer has a bit of a "train enthusiast" side, so there's an intention to let you enjoy train travel. It can also be difficult to visit local restaurants by bus, even though they are convenient for carrying luggage. We generally don't use them unless absolutely necessary, even if we have the numbers and budget. However, if we make friends and a staff member who loves sightseeing buses joins us, we'll reconsider!
Q: Isn't Traditional Japanese Medicine (Tōyō Igaku) and herbal medicine difficult?
A: If you can grasp these academic concepts on your first try from this content, you are a true genius! I'd recommend you pursue becoming a leading expert in that field, and actually, I'd love for you to teach me! However, a lot of practical, everyday knowledge is included. And by drinking tea, you'll gain insights into health in a relaxed way, making it your own.
Q: Where can I inquire?
A: We accept questions via email, Messenger, and Line. Please feel free to ask about times, meeting locations, and participation fees. However, please note that some details might change due to the mystery elements and emphasis on flexibility in the content. The core principles will largely remain the same.
Q: What if I'm secretly an alien and scared to show my true form?
A: Please come as you are, within your comfortable limits. In other words, whether you have an insect face, are a fairy, have antennae, a large head, or are a future human, you are welcome! We'll just assume it's cosplay. However, if you can do that, you're probably far beyond Earth's general level, so:
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We must decline if your breath or body odor reaches a lethal or incapacitating level for others or your surroundings. (Normal body odor, bad breath, or non-harmful amounts of ammonia are completely fine.)
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Absolutely refrain from sudden violence, murder, bullying, destruction of public facilities, emitting substances that melt bodies or objects, mind control of others, or forced DNA alteration of participants or those around you.
☆ This is a tea and travel gathering where we can speak openly about important things and be ourselves. * Please note that under Japanese law, travel agencies are the only entities permitted to charge for accommodation and transportation. Therefore, all transportation and accommodation costs will be separate. In the case of "Yuru Tabi Kai," collecting transportation fees can sometimes complicate arrangements at the destination, so we generally opt not to. We appreciate your understanding.
☆ Anshin Hokkori Tabi no Kai Booking
① When making a reservation via the application form, email, or Line, please provide:
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Name
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Date and name of the "Yuru Tabi" tour you are applying for.
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Contact method (Your contact information will not be used for anything other than this trip's communication).
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Payment method.
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Please note that payment methods may vary for some "Yuru Tabi Kai" events, in which case we will provide individual instructions.
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② Please make your payment by bank transfer or credit card at least 3 days in advance.
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For "Yuru Chakai" only participation, please follow the "Yuru Chakai" specific rules.
③ Regarding Cancellations:
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Cancellations are generally possible up to 3 days prior. In case of cancellation, a refund will be issued after deducting various handling fees.
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The same policy applies to cancellations due to weather or disaster.
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For cancellations 2 days or 1 day prior, half of the fee will be refunded.
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No refunds will be given for same-day cancellations under any circumstances.
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However, if the tour is canceled due to our circumstances, a full refund will be issued.
☆ Important Notes for Anshin Hokkori Tabi no Kai
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Please aim to be on time. Especially outside of urban areas, there may be instances where we cannot make the next connection. In such cases, parts of the "Yuru Tabi Kai" itinerary might be impossible to carry out.
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Please understand that the order of the itinerary may change inevitably.
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Transportation and accommodation-related costs will be separate as per the Travel Agency Act. (Rental bicycles may be included in some cases.)
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We generally do not decide on accommodation locations, but please choose something nearby.
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If a rental car is used and you have a driver's license, we may ask you to drive.
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