Keihoku Introduction Plan
Perfect for first-time visitors to rural Japan.
Leave the crowds behind and discover a slower rhythm of life in Kyoto's hidden countryside.
This two-day journey gently guides you from the busy pace of the city into the peaceful world of satoyama. Walk beside a quiet waterfall, enjoy local food, meet local craftspeople and spend a night living in a traditional Japanese farmhouse.
Rather than simply sightseeing, this itinerary lets you experience how people actually live in rural Japan.
Day 1
10:30 AM
Reset Yourself at Takimata Falls
Start your journey with a short walk to the secluded Takimata Falls.
Unlike Kyoto's famous tourist attractions, this hidden waterfall is usually quiet, allowing you to slow down, breathe deeply and leave the city's pace behind. The fresh mountain air and the sound of flowing water create the perfect beginning for your satoyama experience.
Lunch with Local Flavors
12:00 AM
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant serving traditional dishes made with seasonal ingredients from the Keihoku region.
This is an opportunity to taste everyday countryside cuisine rather than restaurant food created specifically for tourists.
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3:30 PM
Check in at tehen
Arrive at your private traditional farmhouse.
Slow down, make yourself at home, and experience what it feels like to live—not just stay—in rural Japan.
4:00 PM
Explore at Your Own Pace
Take a peaceful walk to nearby Kamo Shrine.
Or, if you'd like to explore further, rent a bicycle and ride through the countryside to the historic Yamaguni Shrine and the picturesque sunken bridge crossing the river.
There are no fixed schedules here—simply enjoy the freedom of the countryside.
Cook Your Own Fermented Dinner
6:00 PM
A dinner set featuring local ingredients and the wisdom of fermentation will be prepared for you. Choose between a seasonal hot pot or sukiyaki-style meal.
Enjoy the flavors of Keihoku together with homemade fermented seasonings and fresh local produce.
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Special Sukiyaki Set
A sukiyaki set featuring homemade sweet koji and soy sauce, allowing you to season the dish to your own taste.
Part of the experience is preparing the meal together as a family and enjoying how the flavors change as the ingredients simmer.
The fermented seasonings bring a gentle sweetness and rich depth of flavor that make this a uniquely satisfying countryside meal.
A Countryside Sukiyaki
with Homemade Soy Sauce
Special Hot Pot Set
A nourishing hot pot built around a broth made with homemade amazake and miso.
As vegetables and chicken slowly cook, their flavors blend into the fermented soup, creating a mild and comforting taste that is also popular with children.
A longtime favorite at tehen, this warming hot pot is perfect for relaxing after a day spent in the countryside.
Nourishing Hot Pot Inspired by
the Wisdom of Fermentation
自家製の甘酒と味噌をベースにした発酵スープ。 野菜や鶏の旨みがじんわり溶け込み、お子さまにも食べやすい優しい味わいです。 身体の芯からほっと温まる、tehen定番の鍋セットです。 A sukiyaki set featuring homemade sweet koji and soy sauce, allowing you to season the dish to your own taste. Part of the experience is preparing the meal together as a family and enjoying how the flavors change as the ingredients simmer. The fermented seasonings bring a gentle sweetness and rich depth of flavor that make this a uniquely satisfying countryside meal.
自家製の甘酒と味噌をベースにした発酵スープ。 野菜や鶏の旨みがじんわり溶け込み、お子さまにも食べやすい優しい味わいです。 身体の芯からほっと温まる、tehen定番の鍋セットです。 A nourishing hot pot built around a broth made with homemade amazake and miso. As vegetables and chicken slowly cook, their flavors blend into the fermented soup, creating a mild and comforting taste that is also popular with children. A longtime favorite at tehen, this warming hot pot is perfect for relaxing after a day spent in the countryside.
A Quiet Evening
9:00 PM
Before bedtime, enjoy a cup of amazake (traditional fermented rice drink) or kuromoji tea. A simple moment to slow down and reflect on the day.
Day 2
BREAK FAST
8:00 AM
Wake up to a breakfast inspired by the bounty of Keihoku.
Choose between enzyme-rich brown rice or locally grown white rice, served with miso soup, local eggs, and traditional side dishes. A gentle and nourishing start to the day.
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Fermented Brown Rice
Brown rice and azuki beans are slowly cooked and aged for more than three days to develop a soft, chewy texture and rich flavor.
Even guests who don't usually enjoy brown rice are often surprised by its comforting taste.
Prepared in advance and kept warm for your convenience, it's ready to enjoy whenever you wake up.
A traditional Japanese fermented-style brown rice enjoyed for its deep flavor, satisfying texture, and digestive benefit
Freshly Cooked Egg-over-Rice
Start your morning by cooking locally grown white rice from Keihoku yourself.
Once the rice is freshly steamed, top it with an egg from a local poultry farm and a drizzle of homemade soy sauce. Simple ingredients, carefully produced, come together to create one of Japan's most beloved breakfasts.
locally grown white rice with an egg from a local poultry farm and a drizzle of homemade soy sauce
小豆と一緒に炊いた玄米を3日以上熟成。 もちもちとした食感で、玄米が苦手な方にも人気です。 事前に炊飯器に準備しておくので、直ぐにお召し上がりいただけます。 Brown rice and azuki beans are slowly cooked and aged for more than three days to develop a soft, chewy texture and rich flavor. Even guests who don't usually enjoy brown rice are often surprised by its comforting taste. Prepared in advance and kept warm for your convenience, it's ready to enjoy whenever you wake up.
京北産の白米をご自身で炊いていただく朝ごはん。 炊きたてのごはんに、 地元の養鶏農家さんの卵と自家製醤油を合わせていただきます。 Start your morning by cooking locally grown white rice from Keihoku yourself. Once the rice is freshly steamed, top it with an egg from a local poultry farm and a drizzle of homemade soy sauce. Simple ingredients, carefully produced, come together to create one of Japan's most beloved breakfasts.
Explore Miyama's Thatched-Roof Village
10:00 AM
Head to Miyama's famous thatched-roof village after checkout, where traditional Japanese architecture still defines everyday life. Unlike open-air museums, Miyama remains a living village where people continue to call these historic houses home.
Return to Keihoku
0:30 PM
Spend the afternoon however you like.
Enjoy lunch at the café inside the roadside station, pick up a local bento and have a picnic by the riverside, or simply head back to Kyoto City at your own pace.
If you'd like to experience even more of Keihoku before leaving, you can choose from our additional experiences, including farm visits, seasonal activities, and cultural workshops.
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Important Information
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Activities and experiences may be changed without prior notice due to weather conditions or local circumstances.
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Reservations for experiences are available only in combination with a stay at tehen. We are unable to accept bookings for experiences alone.
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Keihoku is a snowy area during winter. If you are arriving by car, please ensure your vehicle is equipped with appropriate winter tires.
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If you plan to arrive by public transportation, please let us know in advance.
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Reservations can be made through the booking form on our website or by email.