First public viewing of the stone quarry that world-renowned sculptor Isamu Noguchi fell in love with! Guided tours in an outdoor contemporary art space

Concept

This tour offers a special experience that blends art and nature in two cities, Tokyo and Marumorimachi, Miyagi Prefecture.
First, a visit to a gallery in Ginza, Tokyo, will allow visitors to learn about the history and fascination of Date Kakuseki, which has fascinated artists and architects, and deepen their experience at the next stop.

Then, we will move to Marumorimachi, Miyagi Prefecture, where the miraculous Date Crown Stone quarry, a stone that can only be mined in this area, is located,
We will then travel to Marumorimachi, Miyagi Prefecture, for a guided tour of the Okurayama Studio, where the miraculous Date Crown Stone is quarried (normally closed to the public).
Various artists, including world-renowned sculptor Isamu Noguchi, have fallen in love with this stone,
Isamu Noguchi and other artists who fell in love with the stone, visited the quarry, and created sculptures on display.
Enjoy the mysterious space where you can experience the sculptural form of Date Crown Stone and its harmony with nature.

In addition to “seeing” and “touching,” the tour also includes an experience of tasting hot noodles, a traditional local dish.
The simple yet deeply flavored hot noodle is a special dining experience that will make you feel the local culture.
In addition, you will stay at a 400-year-old onsen ryokan (hot spring) that uses Date Crown Stone for its interior, and enjoy a luxurious experience that blends art and nature,
Visitors can spend a relaxing time in a luxurious space where art and nature merge.

While savoring dishes made with local ingredients and the natural bounty of Marumorimachi,
Please enjoy this special experience that combines Date Kakuseki with the local culture and history.

Tour Details

Day 1
13:30 Meet at Tokyo Station 14:00 Date Crown Stone Gallery in Ginza 15:30 Free time 18:00 IMPERIAL HOTEL, TOKYO
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Meet at Tokyo Station

Meeting place: Tokyo Station Hotel,in front of the main entrance on the 1st floor

Meet at Tokyo Station, the gateway to Tokyo! Unusual experiences and exciting moments await you. Your exciting journey is about to begin!

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Made of Date Crown Stone
Tour of the formations

Visit THE GALLERY TOKYO in Ginza, Tokyo, and discover the fascination of materials unique to Okurayama Studio, such as Date Crown Stone and Okura Jakuchi. In the gallery, visitors can learn deeply about the history and beauty of the materials by viewing artworks that reaffirm the connection between nature and people and evoke the sensitivity to nature that people of prehistoric times had. Through this visit, visitors will be provided with a special experience that will allow them to appreciate the charm of the one and only stone material, Date Crown Stone.

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Tokyo tour (free time)

You will enjoy free time for sightseeing in Tokyo. The starting point is Ginza, where history and modernity merge. How about walking through the glittering streets, shopping at the long-established Mitsukoshi department store, or visiting spots that retain the atmosphere of a bygone era? The majestic Imperial Palace is also not to be missed. You can spend your time as you wish at your own pace while enjoying the coexistence of tradition and modernity that is unique to the capital city of Tokyo.

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Lodging at the Imperial Hotel Tokyo

On the first day of the tour, you will stay at the prestigious Imperial Hotel Tokyo, one of Japan's most prestigious hotels, which has been welcoming celebrities from Japan and abroad since its establishment in 1890 and promises a special stay with its classical design and top-class hospitality. Enjoy a relaxing stay in a high quality space with a panoramic view of the Tokyo cityscape. In addition, the hotel's restaurants offer a variety of Japanese and international gastronomic delights. We hope you will enjoy a special moment.

Day 2
10:00 Travel by Shinkansen and hired car 12:30 Lunch 14:00 Visit to Datekawaseki Quarry 17:00 Yunushi Ichijoh 18:30 Dinner
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Travel by Shinkansen and
Comfortably by hire car

Transportation is provided by Shinkansen bullet train and hired car for a comfortable and pleasant experience without any travel fatigue.

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Local Cuisine of Miyagi Prefecture
“U-men”

This tour offers a special dining experience to taste “U-men”, a local dish of Miyagi Prefecture. U-men is a traditional dish with a 400-year history and is gentle on the body. Enjoy the warm hospitality of the local owner and an interesting story about the origin and history of U-men, while satisfying your body and soul.

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Visit the Date Crown Stone Quarry

The Okurayama Studio quarry, normally closed to the public, is open to the public on special occasions. Visitors will visit the studio, which boasts advanced technology in the mining and processing of the world's rarest “Date Crown Stone” and has collaborated with creators in the fields of art, design, and architecture. The site is lined with mysterious artworks in harmony with Marumori's natural environment, and visitors can enjoy the special space where the world-renowned architect Isamu Noguchi used to create his works. It offers a rare experience to experience the power and beauty of Date Crown Stone.

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Long-established ryokan with 600 years of history

The “Yusyu Ichijo” where we will stay on this tour is a long-established ryokan with a history of about 600 years. The name “Kamasaki Onsen” comes from a hot spring that was accidentally discovered by a woodcutter in the Muromachi period (1336-1573). The interior of the ryokan is beautifully decorated with date-carved stones in harmony with traditional Japanese culture. The building's historical ambience will charm visitors with the sensation of stepping back in time.

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A luxurious dinner in the forest with seasonal local ingredients

Dinner at Yushu Ichijo, “Supper in the Forest,” is a monthly kaiseki meal that makes the most of local Miyagi Prefecture seasonal ingredients. Each dish is a feast for the eyes, crafted with artisanal techniques to bring out the best flavor of the seasonal ingredients. Enjoy the bounty of the rich natural environment in a spacious private dining room for a moment to heal your body and soul. We offer a supreme gastronomic experience that has been awarded 3 stars+ in the “Michelin Guide Miyagi.

Tour Outline

Tour Name First public viewing of the stone quarry that world-renowned sculptor Isamu Noguchi fell in love with!
Guided tours in an outdoor contemporary art space
Length 3 days and 2 nights
Area Miyagi Prefecture (Marumori Town, Shiroishi City), Tokyo (Ginza)
Meals Day 2 breakfast, lunch and dinner
Breakfast on day 3
Guide Available (Japanese, English, Turkish)
Price From 410,000 yen/person
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Accommodation

IMPERIAL HOTEL, TOKYO

The hotel combines traditional hospitality with the latest facilities. The hotel is in a superb location with a view of the greenery of Hibiya Park below. The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of central business and sightseeing areas such as Ginza, Marunouchi, and Kasumigaseki, as well as transportation hubs such as Hibiya and Yurakucho.

HOTEL INFO
Lodging 3 days and 2 nights
Check in 14:00～24:00
Room Regular Floor Deluxe Park View
Yunushi Ichijoh

This is a historic wooden ryokan built between the Taisho and early Showa eras. The retro atmosphere is created by the use of wood cut from the Ichijo forest using construction techniques by miya-daiku (temple carpenters) without using nails. Forget the hustle and bustle of daily life and enjoy a moment of peace and tranquility at Yunoshu Ichijo.

HOTEL INFO
Lodging 3 days and 2 nights
Check in 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., Check-out: ~11:00 p.m.
Room Ichijo Suite with Open-air Bath
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