Summer Activities
For hikers, mountain lovers, mountain bikers, golfers and water enthusiasts.
Unlimited Summer Sunshine & Activities
During the summer season, our Toji resort offers a cool and refreshing climate, making it a perfect luxury retreat in Japan. Surrounded by the vibrant greens of the season, you can fully immerse yourself in the beauty of nature. In this lush green season, you also have the unique opportunity to experience Shugendo, the ancient mountain training path once walked by samurai, warriors, and generals. This sacred practice offers a journey through the very same trails that these historical figures once used to strengthen their spirits and bodies.
Stunning Landscapes & Hiking Trails Lead in All Directions
Conquer Kasa-dake: Trail Running Like a Samurai Warrior 🏔️👟
Imagine running not just through breathtaking landscapes but through centuries of tradition, strength, and spiritual endurance. Standing at 2,074 meters, Kasa-dake in Nagano Prefecture offers a unique trail running experience that echoes the ancient practices of Shugendo, the spiritual mountain training once undertaken by samurai warriors. This isn’t just a trail—it’s a journey of mind and body, following the path of those who sought to master both through nature.
As you tackle the steep inclines, rocky paths, and winds that test your every step, you’ll feel the same physical and mental challenges those warriors once faced. Every bead of sweat, every breathless moment is a reminder of the power of the natural world and your ability to overcome it. But that’s the essence of this experience—like the ancient samurai, your reward lies in conquering not just the mountain but yourself.
When you reach the summit, the world opens up before you. The panorama of majestic peaks, lush valleys, and endless skies is your victory. You’ll stand where warriors of old may have stood, gazing at the same views that inspired strength and courage. This isn’t just a race or a run—it’s a connection to Japan’s ancient spirit, a soul-awakening journey where the modern-day trail runner becomes a warrior of the wild.
Running up Kasa-dake isn’t just about the thrill of the climb; it’s about embracing the challenge, letting nature sharpen your body and soul, and experiencing something truly timeless. Are you ready to test your limits and become a part of this legacy?
Ranked as Japan's Second-Best Waterfall for Experiencing Stunning Views from Behind: Ryū Falls (KAMINARIDAKI) 🌊🏞️
Ryū Falls, also known as KAMINARIDAKI, isn’t just a breathtaking tourist destination—it was once a sacred training ground where samurai, warriors, and ninjas of the Sengoku period honed their mental and physical strength. According to a survey by Nikkei, Japan’s largest newspaper, this waterfall was ranked as the second-best spot in the country for experiencing spectacular views from behind, thanks to its overwhelming beauty and power.
Standing behind the thundering cascade, with mist cooling your face and the earth’s pulse resonating through your body, you can feel the raw energy of nature. It is said that the samurai drew on this natural force to strengthen their minds and bodies. Today, we too can stand before the falls, immersing ourselves in this elemental energy and awakening our inner strength. When you step behind the waterfall and witness the mighty torrent crashing down before you, it becomes more than just a scenic view—it’s a profound spiritual experience.
For trail runners, adventurers, or anyone seeking a unique challenge, Ryū Falls serves as a modern-day training ground. Just as the samurai, warriors, and ninjas once faced the power of nature and gained strength from it, you too can experience a special moment of unity with the falls and discover your inner strength.
The 'hidden springs,' secret healing hot springs that warlords of the Sengoku period kept concealed.
Takeda Shingen, a famed warlord of the Sengoku period
In the heart of Japan, where hot springs are revered, none understood or valued their power quite like the famed Sengoku warlord, Takeda Shingen. Known for his cunning and strength, Shingen didn’t just see hot springs as places of rest—he treated them as strategic sanctuaries. Legend has it that he carefully hid these springs, creating “Shingen’s Secret Baths,” where his warriors could recover from the brutal demands of battle, shielded from prying eyes.
Could it be that the indomitable strength of the Kai Takeda forces, hailed as the mightiest in Japan, drew from these very waters? Dive into the spirit of the samurai and discover the secrets of the Takeda army’s power for yourself at TOJI.ba MATSUKAWAKAN.
Who is Shingen Takeda?
Takeda Shingen (1521–1573) was a powerful warlord of the Sengoku period who established a vast domain centered in Kai Province (modern Yamanashi Prefecture). After unifying Kai, he expanded his influence into Shinano Province (now Nagano Prefecture) and continued to grow his territory while engaging in fierce battles with Uesugi Kenshin of Echigo Province.
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