Tokyo: Taste the downtown echo and enjoy Japanese culture

Tomioka Hachiman Shrine is a historic site in Tokyo known for its beautiful architecture and rich cultural heritage. Visitors can admire the main hall, where they can offer prayers. One highlight is the shrine’s connection to Ino Tadataka, a famous cartographer who completed Japan’s first detailed map. Don’t miss the impressive mikoshi (portable shrine), adorned with jewels. This serene journey offers a deep connection to Japan’s history and spiritual traditions.

Next we will go to a traditional store that has long been a favorite of locals and tourists alike. We will introduce you to a traditional Japanese sweets shop and a store specializing in sake.

At Fukagawa Fudo-do, we will participate in a Goma fire ritual, a sacred Buddhist ceremony. During this ritual, priests burn wooden sticks with written prayers to purify and remove negative energies. As part of the experience, you can offer your own prayers for protection and blessings. The intense flames, rhythmic chanting, and vibrant drumming create a powerful atmosphere, making this a unique spiritual experience deeply rooted in Japanese traditio

After visiting temples and learning about Japanese traditions, history and Buddhism, we will enjoy a soba (buckwheat noodle) dinner. We hope you will enjoy authentic Japanese buckwheat noodles.