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KUJI city is full of things to see and do!

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Discover the attractions of Kuji city!

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TANKAKU-GYU

TANKAKU-GUY:Japanese Shorthorn Beef, raised by pasturage and natural birth, is a tasty beef with low fat content. This delicious beef is perfect for health-conscious people. From spring to fall, you can meet the cows on the farm.

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MASHROOMS

Shiitake mushroom log cultivation is a cultivation method in which fungi are planted on oak, sawtooth oak, and other hardwood logs cut from the mountains as “hodagoki. Visit a shiitake mushroom farmer to experience the actual harvesting of shiitake mushrooms.

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BBQ

Whether Japanese, French, or Italian, there are many delicious ways to eat shorthorn beef. But the best way is to grill it over charcoal with salt and pepper! say the locals. Let's experience the simple taste of Shorthorn Beef while interacting with beef producers!

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MAMEBU

Mamebu is a local dish from Yamagata-cho, Kuji City, 
Walnut and brown sugar dumplings wrapped in flour and vegetables are served in a soup flavored with kombu (kelp), niboshi (dried sardines) and soy sauce.

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CHARCOAL

Yamagata-cho, Kuji City, was known as “the best charcoal-making village in Japan” and played an important role as a local industry. Visitors can observe the cutting of logs and the kiln.

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AMA FISHING

The Kosode Coast is famous for traditional Ama fishing (fishing by women divers). You can learn about the history of ama fishing at the Ama Women's Center, which stands on the rias coast. Depending on the season, you may also be able to observe a fishing demonstration.

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BIRCH FOREST

The Hiraniwa Plateau in Yamagata cho, designated as an Iwate Prefectural Natural Park, has the best birch forest in Tohoku. You can enjoy trekking through beautiful scenery from season to season.

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WINE

Kuzumaki Wine is a winery located in Hiraniwa Kogen. The winery is famous for its wines made from mountain grapes, and tours and tastings are available. 

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and more

Kuji City also has many other attractive spots such as ski resorts, hot springs, powerful bullfight... Kuji City is one of Japan's hidden tourist spots!

Information on the Fall 2025
Custom-Made Tour around Kuji City
3 days and 2 nights

The theme is health-oriented gastronomy and interaction with local agricultural, forestry and livestock producers.

Experience a substantial custom-made trip at a reasonable budget.

8 persons only. Departs from and arrives at Tokyo.

■ Watch a powerful bullfight ■ Trek through a white birch forest in the autumn leaves ■ Taste local dishe MAMEBU at an old folk house ■ Experience a charcoal factory ■ Pick Shiitake mushrooms at a farmhouse ■ Learn the history of fishing by AMA (women divers) on the Sanriku coast ■ Enjoy TANKAKU-GUY (shorthorn beef) BBQ and local beer.... In addition, there are many other attractive events such as folk song performances, karaoke contests, and exchanges with local residents, etc. that only a custom-made tour can offer,

This tour is custom-made and executed on request by the client. If you are interested in this project please contact us for details on itineraries and costs. We will arrange a special trip for you that you cannot experience in a package tour. Send us your request for details by clicking on the link [CONTACT] below and writing “Request for details of KUJI2025Fall”. We will send buck you more details including how to apply for the tour. Thank you.

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