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Travel
2021.09.26
In the Oirase Gorge, the peak of “Ouyo”, whose leaves turn yellow, peaks from mid-October to early November. At “Hoshino Resorts Oirase Keiryu Hotel”, the autumn leaves concierge will talk about the features and highlights of the autumn leaves in this area, and will carry out a “autumn leaves premium open bus tour” where you can enjoy autumn leaves hunting even more.
The mechanism of autumn leaves based on the latest knowledge of natural science, the secret of creating various colors of the Oirase Gorge, the color beauty of the entire forest that can be seen from a bird’s-eye view, the identity of the plant that gives off a sweet scent at this time, etc. , The tour will be lively with talks that are particular about autumn leaves.
Since this tour starts early in the morning when there is little movement of people, you can enjoy the moment when the morning sun reaches the mountain stream and the autumn leaves shine the most. If you run right next to trees and rock walls that are more than 30 meters high, you will see a vividly colored tunnel of nature. The beauty of nature is once in a lifetime, and the colors of the autumn leaves in the morning sun add color and contrast, further enhancing the beauty of the mountain stream.
After passing through the tunnel of autumn leaves while listening to the murmuring of the mountain stream and the barking of wild birds, we will serve champagne in front of Lake Towada, the origin of the Oirase mountain stream. The scenery of Lake Towada in Kinshu, where the autumn leaves of Sotowayama and the morning sun are combined, is also a masterpiece. You can choose from 10 unique champagnes selected by the sommelier, and you can spend a luxurious time with your favorite champagne.
■ Efforts for safe use
In this tour, we will take the following hygiene management measures so that you can participate in the tour with peace of mind.
・ Temperature measurement before boarding (Please refrain from boarding if you have a fever of 37.5 ° C or higher or if you feel unwell)
・ Wearing masks for drivers and staff
・ Alcohol disinfection of hands and fingers for all passengers before boarding
・ All customers wear masks while riding
・ Before each flight departs, disinfect the handrails, seat belts, windowpanes, and seats in the car.
■ You can watch this attractive 360-degree video from the URL below or the QR code
Overview of “Autumn Leaves Premium Open Bus Tour”
| Period: | October 16-31, 2021 (Saturdays and Sundays only) |
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| Location: | Oirase Gorge (round trip from Yakeyama to Konoguchi) |
| Time: | 7: 00-8: 30 |
| Price: | ¥ 3,850 (tax included) per person |
| Number of seats: | 26 people (unreserved seats) |
| Minimum number of participants: | 1 person |
| Target: | Guest |
| Age limit: | Riding is possible from 4 years old and over to ensure safety |
| Remarks: | Canceled in case of rain |
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