Trail Riding and Exploring the Horse Culture of the Nanbu Region

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Tour Details

• Dates: May 28 (Sat) – May 29 (Sun), 2022

• Capacity: 5 participants
  

Since ancient times, the Nanbu region of Aomori Prefecture has been renowned as a breeding ground for fine horses, dating back to the Heian period. Even today, traces of this deep-rooted horse culture can be glimpsed throughout the region.

This tour marked the revival of FRC’s domestic tours, featuring trail rides on the "New Nanbu Horses" and a cultural journey into Japan’s historical horse heritage.

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Schedule

May 28 (Sat)

• 09:08 — Depart Tokyo Station via Tohoku Shinkansen (Hayabusa No.11)

• 12:14 — Arrive at Shichinohe-Towada Station

• 12:30–14:00 — Lunch at Kaneko Farm NARABI

• 14:00–14:30 — Visit Former Morita Ranch Nanbu Magariya Stable (Registered Cultural Property)

• 15:00–16:00 — Visit Shoutokukan Museum (Horse culture exhibits)

• 16:30 — Visit Towada Riding Club

• 17:30 — Hotel Check-in

• 18:30 — Dinner gathering

May 29 (Sun)

• 09:00 — Depart from Hotel

• 10:00–11:00 — Trail Ride along the Pacific Ocean at Hyakumoku Coast

• 12:00 — Shopping and lunch at Hasshoku Center (seafood market)

• 14:00 — Arrive at Hachinohe Station

• 14:16 — Depart Hachinohe Station via Tohoku Shinkansen (Hayabusa No.28)

• 17:04 — Arrive at Tokyo Station

Local Guide:

 Ayuko Kamimura, Representative of Towada Riding Club

 (Pioneer of promoting Sports Yabusame)

Optional Activity: Yabusame Experience!

By extending your stay one additional day, you can participate in a Yabusame (horseback archery) experience at Towada Riding Club. Beginners are welcome!

• Date: May 30 (Mon) 10:00–11:30

• Participation Fee: ¥15,000

Additional Night Accommodation: Towada City Hotel — 1 night with breakfast ¥6,200

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