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LOGOS LAND

As a leisure facility for outdoor dining, having fun and staying overnight, Logos Land opened in 2018 through a collaboration between Joyo City and the outdoor brand Logos. Spanning about 9.5 hectares, it offers a variety of activities. You can enjoy both day trips and overnight stays here. There are tents inside rooms for unique and exciting overnight stays, and you can experience “camping” even if it’s rainy or windy, too hot or cold outside. They even offer rooms with terraces that have tarps to protect you from the sun or rain, so there's no need to worry about the weather for barbecuing. Also, other barbecue facilities are available, including a spacious area surrounded by nature. Logos Land is well-equipped with all the ingredients, so you can come empty-handed and just enjoy a barbecue. Furthermore, there is a restaurant, café, and shop with various items from outdoor gear to clothes. In the park, there is a 140-meter-long slide, a giant trampoline, a large fort-like jungle gym, and more. Logos Land sparks a sense of adventure in both adults and children, making it a fantastic spot for families to spend a day together.

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Kyoto Wazukaso

Kyoto Wazukaso is a comfortable inn located in Wazuka Town in the Kyoto Tea Country region that is the southern part of Kyoto Prefecture. The building was renovated, and reopened as Kyoto Wazukaso in July 2016. Guests can stay overnight, or enjoy a delicious meal on a day trip (advance reservations required for both). With the wonderful concept "savor tea using all five senses," their hospitality is irresistible for tea-lovers. The main building has 2 Japanese-style rooms and 2 Western-style rooms. The annex has three rooms with a capacity of 8, 10, and 12 people, for a total of 30 guests.
The lunchtime special, Wazuka Gozen, features dishes made with tea. Experience the perfect harmony of tea and Japanese cuisine, unique to the tea-producing region. The ingredients vary depending on when you visit, but for example, you might enjoy some of these: chasoba (green tea noodles), tofu (a food with a pudding-like texture) made with matcha green tea, steamed rice with a flavor of hojicha (roasted tea), and a tempura (a deep-fried dish) of tea leaves. Enjoy a delicious meal with a view of a tea plantation right before your eyes. Wazuka Gozen is 2,980 yen (tax included), reservations required 3 days in advance.
The dinner menu offers multi-course meals featuring seasonal dishes, including tea-based dishes. You can even indulge in a bath infused with sencha (one of the most common Japanese green teas) from Wazuka, perfect for relaxation. Furthermore, the aroma of incense burners with real tea leaves adds to the experience. After breakfast, you can enjoy complimentary Wazuka’s sencha while learning about tea.

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Matcha farm Bed & Breakfast (farm-to-table meals and tour included.)

"Take in the tranquil tea fields of Wazuka, a hidden gem in Kyoto’s countryside, and immerse yourself in the world of organic, single-origin Japanese tea.

Their story
They opened Tea Moon, their Bed & Breakfast, to offer travelers the ultimate Japanese tea experience. Tea Moon overlooks d:matcha’s rolling tea fields and stands next to the 1000-year-old Hakusan Shrine. They renovated this traditional Japanese house in 2023, conserving its historic exterior while adapting it for modern comfort, as part of their mission to revitalize their historic green tea town.

The experience
They recommend to join their beloved farm tour & tasting . Guests who stay tea moon join at free.
…and have exclusive access to d:matcha’s multi-course farm-to-table meals (see images for sample menus). All dishes showcase local farmers’ ingredients and can be adjusted for dietary preferences.

Personalized activities (e.g., hiking, cooking classes, pottery tours) also available with advanced notice.
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"Recommended itinerary for a relaxing long weekend

Property details
・2 bedrooms (western style queen beds)
・2 tatami mat living rooms
・Bathroom with a Japanese soaking tub & handmade tea soak
・Kitchen with new appliances (fridge, microwave, electric stove, pans, knives, plates & cutlery)
・Assortment of organic d:matcha tea
・Free wifi
・Free parking
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"Policies
・3pm Check-in: Pick up keys from d:matcha Kyoto cafe (〒619-1203 Gonose 142, Yubune Wazuka-cho, Souraku-gun Kyoto-fu).
・11am Check-out
・Breakfast at 8:00am, Dinner at 6:00pm
・No smoking
・They welcome groups of 2-4 guests. Given the historical nature of the house, all guests must be over the age of 5. Please reach out with any questions.
・Free cancellation is available up to 14 days prior to the stay or within 24 hours of booking. After that, guests will forfeit the full cost of the stay. To cancel, email “info@dmatcha.com”"

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Tea farm tour & tasting in Wazuka, Kyoto

Farm tour & tea flight with the passionate founder of d:matcha! Followed by tea-themed lunch overlooking their green fields in Wazuka, Kyoto, Japan. A unique deep dive into the world of Japanese tea.

Their experience runs from 9:30am to 1:15pm, and includes:
・Organic farm tour
・Tea picking → tea tempura
・Educational factory visit
・Tea flight (3 different cultivars of Sencha & Matcha) with sweets
・Lunch at d:matcha cafe (see images for menu)

Important logistics:
Tour begins at our cafe, in Wazuka, Kyoto Prefecture. Most international visitors arrive from Kyoto station (~60 min) or Nara station (~40 min), but you can also reach us from Shiga, Uji, and Osaka.
Daiki Tanaka, their founder, will conduct the tour himself (in English)!
They’re happy to accommodate dietary needs, please let them know of any.

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Uji River Cormorant Fishing

Enter into the dramatic world of cormorants and fishermen unfolding on the surface of the summer night’s water. Known as a traditional summer event, this practice has a history that goes back to the Heian era (794-1185) and is mentioned in "Konjaku Monogatari" (A collection of tales written during the late Heian era) and "Kagero Nikki" (diary literature written during the Heian era).

Other: Chartered boat fees
10-passenger boat 27,500 yen
15-passenger boat 41,250 yen
20-passenger boat 55,000 yen

Shared boat fares
Adults 2,000 yen
Children 1,000 yen

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TWINKLE JOYO Starlight Pageant

The natural winter scenes and objects illuminated in this event add poetic charm to the season in Joyo City. 600,000 illuminating lights and a 10m tall tree show off the city's wonder.

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Kasagi Canoe School

With 70 canoes, Kasagi Canoe School is Japan's largest.
The school is mainly aimed at beginners, and uses the gentle flow of the center of the Kizugawa River as a slope with which to teach first-timers the basics, after which participants can head down 6km of the river themselves.

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Mandoro-yama Viewpoint

Yamashiro Basin developed around Kizu River and flourished as a farming community. It supported and connected the two ancient capitals, Kyoto and Nara. Mandoro-yama Viewpoint, located in Ide Town, offers a stunning view of this area grown with its rich history. You can enjoy a panoramic view extending from Kyoto City, with its iconic Nidec Kyoto Tower, all the way to Osaka, home to Hirakata Park. The beautiful scenery includes Yamashiro-ohashi Bridge, Keihanna Science City, Mt. Ikoma and other mountains.
It’s not only amazing during the day, but also wonderful during twilight hours and at night.
It’s interesting that the name “Mandoro (numerous lanterns)” comes from a procession of torches that looked like many lanterns during a rainmaking ritual.
In this area, there is Teoterasu Ide where you can savor local food and find gifts,
Tama River where you can view cherry blossoms in spring and fireflies in early summer, and more. You can also enjoy seasonal fruit picking and visit historic remains.

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Taisho Pond Green Park

You can enjoy outdoor activities at Taisho Pond Green Park. It has bungalows, a camping site where you can pitch your tent anywhere in a designated area or on one of their tent decks, and an auto-camping site where you can easily drive your car directly to your parking space. There is also a barbeque area for those who prefer to enjoy a day trip. In the main house, there is a multipurpose room that is especially suitable for large group accommodations or seminars.
Taisho Pond is surrounded by lush greenery, offering a peaceful retreat with walking paths and a floating pavilion. It is registered as one of the Scenic Assets of Kyoto Prefecture. Just strolling in the park is fun. You can even find a bridge that is said to grant only one wish.
For those who are looking for more adventure, stop by the nearby Mandoro-yama Viewpoint on your way back. You can see Kizu River, Mt. Ikoma and other mountains, Keihanna Science City, Kyoto City, and so on.

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Birthplace of Nagatani Souen

This is the birthplace of Nagatani Souen, rebuilt in 1960. He developed and popularized the Aosei Sencha Seihou method in 1738, which laid the foundation for the processing method of some of today’s Japanese green teas including sencha (one of the most common Japanese teas). Inside the thatched house, you can still see the spot where Souen actually used a hoiro (a heater to dry things such as tea leaves and food in processing) to make tea. There is also a video that explains the tea processing method and Souen's history. The original house was a large-scale structure, which had not only the main house, but also a tea-making shed and a barn. The grounds extended to the place next to the adjacent Chasomyo Shrine. The place still bears the marks of its age with the stone wall remnants.

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Zenjoji Temple

Zenjoji Temple was founded over a millennium ago. It was founded by Heiso, a monk from Todaiji Temple, a renowned temple in Nara.
The temple has a precious collection of Important Cultural Properties, including Juuichimen Kannon Bosatsu (Eleven-headed Kannon Bodhisattva) that is the temple’s principal image, Nikko Bosatsu (Bodhisattva of Sunlight) and Gakko Bosatsu (Bodhisattva of Moonlight). The documents concerning the temple itself have also been preserved, which hold historical significance.
You can also see a large Nehan-zu (depicting the passing away of the Buddha Shakyamuni), painted to commemorate the temple's 1,000th anniversary.
The main hall, established in 1680, is characterized by its large reeded roof. It has a rich history, and is a rare treasure due to its unique roof support structure.
In the autumn and winter, you can see the sight of Kakiya (drying rack for persimmons). Persimmons are a popular autumn fruit in Japan. A dried persimmon called Korogaki is one of the local specialties of Ujitawara Town. The scenery of Kakiya can only be seen in Ujitawara.

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Kasagidera Temple

The origins of Kasagidera Temple are astonishingly ancient. Already 2000 years ago, the giant boulders of Mount Kasagi were objects of worship. Over its long history, this place has been known as a training ground for mountain worship, too.
Today, the temple is famous especially for its enormous Magaibutsu (Buddhist figures carved into boulders). The temple’s principal object of worship is Maitreya (Miroku Bosatsu). There is a fascinating story behind it.
When Emperor Tenmu was still known as Prince Oama, he went hunting deer. While chasing a deer, he almost fell off a steep cliff with his horse. He prayed to the mountain deity for help and was saved. When he prayed, he vowed that if he survived, he would carve a statue of Maitreya into the large boulder. It is said that a celestial being descended to assist him in carving the image.
Unfortunately, the image was nearly obliterated by fire. However, even today, you can still feel its mystical atmosphere.
During the Nara Period (710-794), the Shogatsu-do hall was built. This is a place that is said to be the origin of the “Omizutori (drawing of water)” held at the Nigatsu-do hall in Todaiji Temple. Time passed, and Emperor Godaigo came to Mount Kasagi. Then the entire mountain turned into a battlefield, and was burned down. The temple was later rebuilt to its present form.