Arrive at Kizunano sato center

Pass through the Torii gate of Kintsuwa shrine

Arrive at the clearing

[Option] Meditative bodywork session (15mins)

Visit Nara’s natural treasure: a grove of rare hidarimakigaya trees

Lunch option 1: Soni Kodama Resort -Tawa-

• Soni Kodama Resort -TAWA- (closed until end of March)
  

  Soni Kodama Resort -TAWA- (closed until end of March)

  There are two types of rooms called Enishi and Hou. Designed with an emphasis on comfort: the walls and ceiling are coated with natural plaster and Temper beds ensure a deep sleep.

Lunch option 2: Auberge in the forest ki-ra-ra

• Auberge in the forest ki-ra-ra
  

  Auberge in the forest ki-ra-ra

  Situated at 550m altitude, this is a private wooden lodge. A peaceful space surrounded by nature with beautiful views of the night sky and in the morning a sea of clouds extends as far as the eye can see. This is cosy little space is one you won’t forget

Lunch option 3: Farm Garden

• Soni Highlands Farm Garden (Restaurant & farm shop) Closed until the end of March
  

  Soni Highlands Farm Garden (Restaurant & farm shop) Closed until the end of March

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  Closed until the end of March
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Soni Highlands Farm Garden. Opened in October 1999.

In the Pampas Grass Hall you can dine to great views of the Soni Highlands, eating dishes prepared with fresh local produce. You can also pick up from produces and other souvenirs at the farm shop. 
Just off this is a small brewery, the ‘Wheat Hall’ where you can try their best selling Okuyamato beer. The Rice Hall houses a bakery that sells some breads made with rice flour. It’s the perfect place to stock up on hiking snack before heading to the highlands.

Lunch option 4: 2.7 Inn

• 2.7 Inn
  

  2.7 Inn

  This local eatery & store is not only popular with tourists, but also beloved by locals. Alongside fan favorites like the homemade curry and offal udon are their dishes prepared but local vegetables. The dining floor looks out over the Soni river and at night you can enjoy a great view of the star-filled sky. In Summer you can make use of the BBQ. Large communal bathroom.

Lunch option 5: Hoei Inn

• Restaurant Hoei
  

  Restaurant Hoei

  Close to the Soni loop bus stop, ideal for people climbing Mount Yoroi or Mount Kabuto and also close to the Soni Highlands, famous for their pampas grasses. Meals are prepared with seasonal Soni-grown produce and spring water from the Soni Highlands. Enjoy the taste of Soni Village with dishes made with Soni spinach and Uda Gold burdock.

Lunch option 6: Restaurant Doi

• Resturant Doi
  

  Resturant Doi

  テレビ出演多数！元猟師さんがふるまう曽爾のジビエ料理が自慢のお店。
  （猪、豚、地鶏から選べる鍋料理もしくは、焼肉）

Lunch option 7: Cafe Nekoron (Fri, Sat, Sun only)

• Cafe Nekoron (Closed for Winter)
  

  Cafe Nekoron (Closed for Winter)

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  Closed for Winter
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  In a cosy corner in the foothills of Mt. Yoroi stands a charming country house. This house of fifty years was renovated and opened as Cafe Nekoron in April 2014.
  Enjoy the homey atmosphere with the smell of baked goods and a cup of freshly ground coffee or seasonal herb tea. Browse the shelves for an old book to get lost in.
  The owner is a warm, cat-loving lady whose love of cats can be seen in the cat-motif decorations scattered around the space. Don’t miss her baked goods and delicious lunch plate made brown rice and local produce.
  *The trinkets decorations, and old books are available for purchase.

Souvenirs at Farm Garden

Strolling in the Soni Highlands

End the tour at Kizunano sato center