Ashiya Rock Garden Hike with Soba Lunch in hidden Gem
Ashiya Rock Garden is a rock climbing area and rock climbing slope located in the Rokko Mountains, stretching from Ashiya City in Hyogo Prefecture and is known as the birthplace of rock climbing in Japan. It is characterized by a unique landscape of exposed weathered granite and boulders. It can be reached in about an hour from the nearest station, and is considered easy even for beginners to tackle. It is important to bring shoes that are non-slip, even on rocky terrain.
Itinerary
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Meeting Point
Ashiyagawa Hankyu Railway Station
- It takes about 20min from Osaka Umeda Hankyu Railways. Exit the ticket gate and turn left at the rotary.
Kouza Fall
・This is a beautiful waterfall with a drop of about 10m.
・It is the starting point of the trek.
・Take a short break and photo.
Kazefuki Rock
・This is the main point of the course.
・Enjoy the view on the Kazefuki Rock.
・If you're lucky, you might see a wild bear.
Amega Pass
・This pass is about 600m above sea level.
・It is the junction to the summit of Mt. Rokko (931m) and Mt. Higashi-
Otafuku.
・We are heading for Mt. Higashi-Otafuku (697m).
Summit of Mount Higashi-Otafuku
・This is a 697 meters high mountain
・It was once covered with grasslands of bamboo grass near the summit.
Soba restaurant (one Michelin star)
・It is quietly nestled in the natural surroundings of the foot of Mt. Rokko.
・It has been awarded one Michelin star 2015.
Leave Muragen
・Take Hankyu bus to Ashiyagawa Hankyu Railway.
Ending Point
Ashiyagawa Hankyu Railway station
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
・Guide fee
・Guide transportation fee (Soba restaurant to Ashiyagawa Hankyu
Railway ST)
・Transportation fee (Osaka to Ashiyagawa ST Hankyu Railway)
Jyen590 round trip per person
・Transportation fee (Soba Restaurant to Ashiyagawa ST Hankyu
Railway JYen330 per person
・Lunch expenses at Soba Restaurant around JYen2,000 per
person + Guide's expense
Tour Important Information
Please be prepare for as follows
・Easy hiking boots (non-slip)
・Backpack (if possible)
・Food and drink
・Towel or hand towel
・Those with buckwheat allergies cannot participate
This tour is NOT available on Tue / Fri because the Soba restaurant is closed on Tue / Fri.
Important message from the supplier
I am happy to suggest a 100% customized tour according to guest's request.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Ryuichi I.
Hello guests. We most welcome you to Japan.
I have been serving foreigners at the international hotel for many years.
Just a simple word "Thank you" from a guest is the best gift and a wonderful moment.
I would like you to introduce the real, local Japan as a guide.
I will be offering wellness-focused tourism, a future tourism style that I learned about at university. Let's enjoy local Japan together!
I can not wait to meet you.
Reviews
Kathleen D.
“Efficient Energetic Entertaining - just a perfect day”
Ryuichi knew I wanted a relaxing nature packed day after 3 hectic days in Tokyo. My visit to Japan was all about cherry blossoms and photo opportunities. I shared some ideas I picked up from the Internet and he took it upon himself to visit my suggestions, and fortunately he did excellent groundwork resulting in a better plan to maximize what I was looking to see and do. And he inserted some surprise stops that made the day full and perfect. He made sure I was physically comfortable and I so appreciated the great photos he took of me that he promptly shared with for inclusion onto it was a great day. my Facebook travelogue. He had our itinerary printed, which was very helpful for the creation of my post.
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Ryuichi I.
Hi Kathleen, It was such an honor to meet you! I’m truly inspired by your adventurous spirit—traveling to Japan for the first time all by yourself. I'll do my best to keep moving forward, just like you! Even though it was a bit chilly, I’m so glad you could enjoy the nature of Kobe in such tranquility. Silence, peace, and meditation... that is exactly what "Wellness Tourism" is all about. It makes me so happy that we could share that experience together. Regarding that cherry blossom tunnel—sadly, some of the older trees are scheduled to be cut down soon. This was actually the last chance to see them in their full glory. I'm so grateful I could show them to you before they're gone. Let’s stay in touch! They say every "goodbye" is just a new beginning. Take care, Ryuichi
Stuart T.
“Kyoto & Osaka 1 day tour”
Ryuichi was a great English speaking guide he looked after us impeccably using his knowledge any expertise to show us many sites at the right times to miss the rush, took us on the bulletin train as well as local trains and taxis we were always very safe and comfortable in his guidance he even took us to a fabulous famous local restaurant in Osaka the food and ambience was superb we can not speak highly enough of Ryuichi he is very organised and professional and we would highly recommend him for tours . Stuart.
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Ryuichi I.
Thank you so much for your overly generous compliments! I really appreciate it. It was definitely a packed schedule, but I was honestly amazed by your energy and passion. Spending the morning relaxing on a boat in Arashiyama, then diving into the hustle and bustle of Dotonbori in the evening—that contrast was amazing. It really made me realize once again how much the Kansai region has to offer. I truly enjoyed our time together, and I'm very grateful for the experience. Ryuichi
$94/ per person
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