Rikan Castle, dominates the sea of clouds
An incredibly fantastic view atop the mountain castle ruin.
Tour Highlights
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Only with the assistance of local guides you can go up to the mountain castle ruins of a National Historic Site.
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Hiking up 373 meters (1224 ft.) to the high summit. Enjoy exploring the old town Hirafuku.
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Travel back 400 years to the Warring States Period and feel like a feudal lord.
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Enjoy the local food with a lunch at the summit with a magnificent view!
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Explore Hirafuku old town with local guides.
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Optional: Tea ceremony experience, Armor Wearing Experience, Local cuisine (Japanese sake and Kobe beef),
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Old townhouse accommodations, and Small sword making experience.
Local Guides
Only with guides
When climbing to Rikan Castle, you must be accompanied by a guide. Local volunteer guides from the Sayo Mountain Guide Association will guide you.
Shop
Can't get anywhere else
Original T-shirts and badges are available. Well designed, quite cool and very popular. You will never get them anywhere else.
A once in a lifetime momento!
West Harima
Birthplace of Sake
West Harima area is the birthplace of sake.
Explore this richly harvested land and its traditional crafts such as sword making.
Key Words
Mountain Castle, Ruined Castle, Hiking, Climbing, Japanese History, Warring States Period, Historical Tour, Sustainable Tour, Culinary Tour, Kobe Beef, Sake, Local Foods, Contribution to the Local Economy, Outdoor Activities, Hiking, Mountain Climbing, Local Guides
Traditional Cultural Experiences, Tea Ceremony, Armour, Japanese Sword, Rural Landscape, Relaxation, Mindfulness, Starry Sky,