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丹後半島を巡る空の旅、天橋立・伊根町

Aerial Journey around Tango Peninsula: Amanohashidate and Ine Town

Transform your usual long journey from central Kyoto into a short trip to Tango Peninsula and Ine Town. This private tour combines local exploration and experiential activities.

OUTLINE
From central Kyoto, a car ride of approximately 2 hours or a helicopter flight as short as 30 minutes takes you to the "Sea Kyoto" of Tango Peninsula. Enjoy a luxurious plan viewing Amanohashidate, one of Japan's Three Scenic Views, along with Ine Town's lined boathouses and the majestic San'in Kaigan Geopark from the sky. Experience the splendor of nature, including Amanohashidate's approximately 3.6 km sandbar adorned with about 6,700 pine trees, witness the mystical views shaped over millennia, and immerse yourself in a journey that purifies both body and soul, touching the sentiments of those who have revered Amanohashidate through the ages. (Book here)

MODEL PLAN

A model plan to enjoy "Sea Kyoto" in Tango Peninsula. Choose from day trips, overnight stays, and other destinations tailored to your preferences.

DAY 1
9:30 Pick-up in Kyoto city
10:00

Helicopter flight to Amanohashidate, viewing from the air, then to Tango Peninsula Experience a scenic flight over the San'in Kaigan Geopark.


Enjoy dynamic views of the coastline including Tatsunokuchi, Byobuiwa, and Keigasaki, the northernmost point of Kinki region. Tango Peninsula is scattered with ancient tumuli and archaeological sites dating back approximately 25 million years, showcasing deep connections between geological formations and human history.

11:30

Visit to a blacksmith (Genshosha)

or

Kyoto lantern making experience (Kojimaan)

13:00

Lunch, followed by a stroll through Ine Town's boathouse district

15:30 Motorboat cruise on Ine Bay
16:00

Check-in at a seaside inn (For day trip plan: Return flight from Kyotango to JPD Kyoto Heliport, then disperse upon landing)

17:30 Dinner @ Miyazu

Note: Motorboat activities may be cancelled due to weather conditions. (In case of cancellation, transportation will be arranged by taxi.)

 

DAY 2

11:00 Stroll through Chaya Street at the foot of Amanohashidate
12:00 Lunch @ Miyazu
13:00 Tour of vinegar brewery ( Iio Brewery )
15:00 Departure to Kyoto city

 

ACTIVITIES
Meet artisans who craft with deep passion and experience heart-stirring moments:

Nippon Genshosha – Swords
Witness the art of swordsmithing, where young blacksmiths reflect modern times in their forge.

Explore the profound allure of Japanese swords—from their production process to the spiritual essence they symbolize. Visit Nihon Genshosha, immerse yourself in the beauty of Japanese swords in a space curated with meticulous detail, and experience the traditional craftsmanship firsthand, feeling the sounds, heat, and power.

Kojimaan – Lantern
Illuminate life at a seaside lantern workshop.

Visit a workshop crafting Kyoto lanterns using wooden molds passed down through generations for temples, shrines, and shops. Admire the rugged elegance of lanterns lining the workshop that also handles contemporary interior lighting. Experience a sense of tranquility and explore a new perspective on "life" through these modern Kyoto lanterns.

Iio Brewery – Vinegar
Discover the legendary vinegar crafted since Meiji 26.

Tour a brewery in Miyazu, Kyoto, where only pesticide-free new rice from terraced fields is used to produce vinegar. Fermented for 120 days using ancient fermentation methods and aged for 300 days, it embodies richness and flavor. Experience the essence of traditional Japanese origins with vinegar made solely from rice and water, reflecting the "source of harmony."

Note: Activities and tours will be arranged according to the operating days of the destinations.

 

HOTEL

Monjuso

Matsurotei

Genmyoan

 

FLIGHT PRICES

Stay Aircrafts Numbers of passengers (maximum)
Flight fare (tax included)
Per unit
Per person *When boarding with maximum number of passengers
Day trip
Robinson or Bell series 4 people
280,000 70,000
Airbus 350 5 people
340,000 68,000
2 days/1 night
Robinson or Bell series 4 people
360,000 90,000
Airbus 350 5 people
420,000 84,000
Note: The above flight charges are for charter fees only. Additional costs such as sightseeing fees, admission fees, guided tour expenses, transportation, accommodation, meals, personal expenses, optional insurance, etc., are not included.
Minimum group size for operation is 1 group of 2 persons.