Recognized as part of a Japan Heritage site, Shodoshima is known as the "Island of Stone," where massive stones for the walls of Osaka Castle were quarried centuries ago.
This tour begins with a visit to an actual stone quarry where these stones were cut from the mountain. You will then explore Osaka Castle Stone Memorial Park and experience traditional stone-working activities, including stone splitting, pulling stones using a wooden sled (shura-biki), and sandblasting letters or patterns onto stone. A visit to the museum provides insight into the techniques and history of the stonemasons who shaped these materials.
Through seeing, touching, and hands-on participation, this tour offers a unique opportunity to experience the distinctive stone culture that has been passed down on Shodoshima.

Tracing the Stones of Osaka Castle by Stone Experience Tour 

You will stroll through Nakayama Senmaida, explore the beautiful nature of the Nakayama area, and experience over 400 years of history and culture, including terraced rice farming. Additionally, they will have the rare opportunity to visit the interior of the Nakayama Rural Kabuki Stage and equipment storage house, which are usually not open to the public.

For lunch, enjoy the popular "Terraced Rice Field Onigiri Set Meal" at Komame Shokudo, featuring rice from Nakayama Senmaida and locally sourced ingredients from Shodoshima.

Not only will local guides accompany you, but as you explore Nakayama Senmaida, you will also have the chance to meet and interact with local residents, making this tour a truly enriching experience.

Experience Tour of Nakayama Senmaida and the Rural Kabuki Stage

This tour takes place on Shodoshima Island in the Seto Inland Sea and offers a rare opportunity to visit Okazaki Boatyard, the only yacht-specialized builder in Japan. Guests will explore the craftsmanship behind sailboat construction and observe the manufacturing process up close. 
After the factory visit, participants will board a sailboat built by the company and enjoy a sailing experience on the calm waters of the Seto Inland Sea. It is a unique program that combines traditional boatbuilding culture with the relaxing beauty of the sea.

Japans Sailboat Boatyard Seto Inland Sea Sail

Visit 7 temples with a guide and experience the charm of pilgrimage and Buddhism.

Seven Temple Pilgrimage or Nanakasho Mairi is a one-day tour to visit seven temples of the 88 sacred temples of Shikoku Pilgrimage, from the 71st to the 77th temple. Guests will visit all seven temples with a guide by bus.

The tour offers a variety of programs to experience the charm of pilgrimage and Buddhism such as walking pilgrimage experience on the old path, a visit to exclusive rooms at the temple, meditation experience, and Shojin French lunch course.

Seven Temple Pilgrimage Private Full-Day Tour in Kagawa

At Sekimon-do, a sacred mountain site located in Kankakei Gorge within Setonaikai National Park, participants will experience a Goma fire ritual and Ajikan meditation in a serene setting surrounded by beautiful nature. While interacting with the head priest and local parishioners, guests can spend a peaceful and unhurried time in a tranquil atmosphere away from everyday life.

Private Sightseeing Tours in Kagawa Prefecture

Tracing the Stones of Osaka Castle by Stone Experience Tour

Experience Tour of Nakayama Senmaida and the Rural Kabuki Stage

Japans Sailboat Boatyard Seto Inland Sea Sail

Seven Temple Pilgrimage Private Full-Day Tour in Kagawa

Goma Fire Ritual and Ajikan Meditation Experience at Shodoshima