Explore Saitama’s Buddhist temples with Ryo, enjoy scenic views, savor coffee, and discover ancient caves. Uncover Japan’s spiritual heritage.
Explore Saitama’s Buddhist temples with Ryo, enjoy scenic views, savor coffee, and discover ancient caves. Uncover Japan’s spiritual heritage.
- Seibu-Chichibu Station - The guide, Ryo, will meet participants in front of the exit gate at Seibu-Chichibu station.
- Chichibu Shrine Taisaiotabisho - The tour begins at a small shrine situated between Chichibu Shrine and Mt. Buko.
- 秩父市歴史文化伝承館・中央公民館 - A visit to a small museum space at Chichibu City Hall will introduce the unique…
- Seibu-Chichibu Station - The guide, Ryo, will meet participants in front of the exit gate at Seibu-Chichibu station.
- Chichibu Shrine Taisaiotabisho - The tour begins at a small shrine situated between Chichibu Shrine and Mt. Buko.
- 秩父市歴史文化伝承館・中央公民館 - A visit to a small museum space at Chichibu City Hall will introduce the unique geographic features of the entire Chichibu city area.
- 団子坂 - Participants will walk along Dango-zaka Slope, where many magnificent floats pass during the Chichibu Night Festival in December.
- Jigen-ji Temple - Jigen-ji Temple, the 13th Buddhist temple on the pilgrimage route.
- Kokokusan-Kinshoji Temple - No. 4 Pilgrimage - Kinsyo-ji Temple, the 4th Buddhist temple on the pilgrimage route.
- Terasaka Rice Terraces - Visitors will enjoy the beautiful rice fields in Yokoze Town.
- Hashidatedo (Chichibu Sanjūyon Kannon Reishō #28) - Hashidate-do Temple, the 28th Buddhist Temple on the pilgrimage route.
- Hashidate Cave - Explore a limestone cave next to the cafe, dating back to the 12th century (optional).
- Jurin’s Geo - The host will guide visitors to a charming cafe offering quality coffee and a variety of sweets for a relaxing coffee break midway through the tour (approximately 30 minutes).
- Chichibu Muse-Park Observation Platform - The host will also lead visitors to a pleasant observatory accessible after a short forest walk, offering views of the entire Chichibu city valley and surrounding mountains.
- Ongakuji Kannondo - Ongaku-ji Temple, the 23rd Buddhist temple on the pilgrimage route.
- Chichibukoenbashi - On the return to the city center by car, participants will enjoy the beautiful scenery from Chichibu-Koen Bridge.
- Nishi Higari Temple in Mt. Muryousan - Saiko-ji Temple, the 16th Buddhist temple on the pilgrimage route.
- Chichibu Shrine - Chichibu Shrine

- In-person Guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tea and coffee
- Bottled water
- In-person Guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tea and coffee
- Bottled water
Your guide, Ryo, will accompany you to five different Buddhist temples, each offering beautiful natural scenery and a variety of Buddhist deity statues, traveling by car. Ryo will explain the importance of Buddhism to the Japanese people and its connection to their daily lives.
During your visit to the third temple near Mt. Buko, Ryo will take you to a…
Your guide, Ryo, will accompany you to five different Buddhist temples, each offering beautiful natural scenery and a variety of Buddhist deity statues, traveling by car. Ryo will explain the importance of Buddhism to the Japanese people and its connection to their daily lives.
During your visit to the third temple near Mt. Buko, Ryo will take you to a charming café where you can enjoy high-quality coffee and sweets, providing a relaxing coffee break midway through the tour. Additionally, you have the option to explore a nearby cave dating back to the 12th century.
Following this, Ryo will guide you to a pleasant observatory, accessible after a short walk through the forest, where you can view the entire valley of Chichibu city and the surrounding mountains. From this vantage point, you can observe various geographic features, including the iconic Mt. Buko of Chichibu.
Finally, you will visit Chichibu Shrine, renowned for the Chichibu Night Festival, where you can learn about its unique history dating back to ancient times.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.