[Exclusive Experience] Private Access to Nachi Taisha After Hours: Premium Kumano Mandala Dinner with Sacred Performance and Local Sake

Step into a world of timeless elegance and spiritual tranquility with an exclusive after-hours experience at the World Heritage Kumano Nachi Taisha. As the gates close to the public, embark on a rare nighttime formal shrine visit, immersing yourself in the serene and sacred atmosphere of this revered site. Delight in a premium dining experience inspired by the Kumano Mandala, where artistry meets culinary excellence. Each meticulously crafted dish is a visual and gastronomic homage to the profound spiritual heritage of the Kumano region, served against the tranquil backdrop of Nachi Taisha’s sacred grounds. Complementing the meal is a curated selection of Kumano’s finest local sake, brewed with the sacred waters of Nachi Falls, offering a taste of the divine. The evening reaches its pinnacle with an enchanting dedication performance, featuring traditional music and ritual art, resonating through the night and leaving an indelible mark on your soul. This one-of-a-kind journey promises to be more than just an experience—it’s an intimate connection to Japan’s cultural and spiritual essence, creating cherished memories that will linger long after the night has passed.

Tour Itinerary

17:00 Tour begins / Departure from Nachikatsuura accommodations or Pick-up at JR Kii-Katsuura Station

17:30 Nighttime formal shrine visit & Nachi Falls and Three-story Pagoda illuminated view

18:00 Premium Dinner begins (at Kumano Nachi Taisha Saikan, provided by Nakanoshima, Kumano Bettei Aokishima)

20:00 Dedication performance while enjoying local sake

20:30 Tour ends / Return to Nachikatsuura accommodations

Reservations are by request.

*Available Dates: Limited to Friday, December 13rd, or Friday, December 20th

*The duration of the experience is 3.5 hours. 

*The application deadline is 7 business days before the desired date.

Place: Wakayama Prefecture, JR Kii-Katsuura Station

Dissolution Location: Pick-up at Nachikatsuura accommodations or JR Kii-Katsuura Station.

*Pick-up is available at the station, and drop-off can be arranged at hotels or other accommodations.

Notes:

• This is a Private Reservation for Groups.
• Minimum of 2 participants required
• Participants must be 18 years or older

Tour Fee: The cost of the tour is 89,320 yen per person.

Included in the Tour Fee: An English-speaking guide, Round-trip transportation between Nachikatsuura Town and Kumano Nachi Taisha, Premium dinner at Kumano Nachi Taisha, Dedication performance and local sake fees

Not Included in the Tour Fee: Transportation to the site, beverage charges during the premium dinner, and shopping expenses are not included.

The cancellation policy

• Refunds cannot be provided after the reservation is confirmed.