Private Ninja Training in a Cave in Hidaka
4.5
Private Ninja Training in a Cave in Hidaka
By 日高村観光協会
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Well known today as a ninja, Mohei was a real person who lived in the old village Kusaka-mura, which is the centre of the modern village of Hidaka-mura. According to the legend, he was a poor peasant who fell in love with the daughter of a rich landowner. The affair was doomed, and while he was walking about desperately looking for a place to die, Mohei came upon the cave called Sarudado, where a fantastic creature called a tengu was pursuing an ascetic lifestyle. Mohei became its disciple. So diligent was he that he learned everything his mentor taught and travelled to the town surrounding Kochi castle, where he did such things as giving rice to the poor.
This activity is in the footsteps of the Ninja Mohei. You will wear a Ninja costume and try training in the cave! After the caving, you will relax with a coffee, local black tea and some sweets or fruits.
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 8-70
Duration: 2h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: Japanese, English
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- A helmet with light and gloves for caving
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Snacks
- activity insurance
- Ninja costume
- rubber boots
What's not included- cover out of the insurance
- Start:
- 1617 Okina, Hidaka, Takaoka District, Kochi 781-2152, JapanPlease come to Sarudado cave by yourself. There is a small building which pointed by this map to change the costume and give a lecture before caving. There are free car parks. 40 minutes from Kochi port with highway 45 minutes from Kochi airport with highway
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 293225P3- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 293225P3
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- JizoHat0 contributionsA wonderful day in the mountains with a really interesting mountain monk!I would highly recommend spending a day with Taichi Tani learning about Shugendo, local history and talking about life in general. Taichi's origin story is really interesting and it was fascinating to hear about his journey to taking over his family temple and becoming a Shugendo monk. This might be described as "Shugendo light" and there are more hardcore Shugendo experiences in Japan where you actually go through the aesthetic practice as an actual monk would. While Taichi is kitted out in full Shugendo gear, complete with a big conch shell trumpet, participants walk in their own clothes and chatting is encouraged. The course was really pretty and the view from the top of the mountain was awesome and following Taichi up and down the trail felt quite adventurous. The vegan bento was delicious and even meat-eaters in the group were very happy with it :) The final (before the walk back to the start) caving section was much more thrilling than I expected and I really enjoyed it. I was very grateful for Taichi’s guidance in the dark, squeezing through some tight spots. I would advise people who get nervous in tight spaces to skip this part of the tour.Written March 18, 2021
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harukamatsukura
Kochi, Japan1 contribution
Feb 2021
This was an exciting and challenging experience! I recommend this tour for individuals who are adventurous and eager to experience the rawness of Japan. This was a rare and unique experience to have as a foreigner in the Japanese countryside.
We started our tour at the Mura no Eki. I highly recommend buying local produce after the tour (omelettes and tomatoes are famous in town)! We took a relaxing bike ride through the village to get to the cave. Before going in the cave, we changed into ninja suits and tried our hands at throwing ninja stars. Our guide told us the story of the caves which was interesting to learn before entering. The day we went, the cave had been very dry so this meant it was easier to grip the rocks. The guide informed us that on wet days the cave can become quite slippery. In the middle of the cave, we took 5 minutes to meditate in darkness and silence. It was a special moment of tranquillity.
There are several points inside the cave that require climbing ladders, crawling on the ground, and passing through narrow openings. We saw many bats and insects inside as well. The bats were quite alarming to see at first! However the entire time, the bats were sleeping and peaceful. The guide said that in the summer the bats are more likely to fly around.
After the tour, we enjoyed a coffee and some local sweets while chatting with our guide and other members of the community. It was interesting to hear about their stories of the town.
We started our tour at the Mura no Eki. I highly recommend buying local produce after the tour (omelettes and tomatoes are famous in town)! We took a relaxing bike ride through the village to get to the cave. Before going in the cave, we changed into ninja suits and tried our hands at throwing ninja stars. Our guide told us the story of the caves which was interesting to learn before entering. The day we went, the cave had been very dry so this meant it was easier to grip the rocks. The guide informed us that on wet days the cave can become quite slippery. In the middle of the cave, we took 5 minutes to meditate in darkness and silence. It was a special moment of tranquillity.
There are several points inside the cave that require climbing ladders, crawling on the ground, and passing through narrow openings. We saw many bats and insects inside as well. The bats were quite alarming to see at first! However the entire time, the bats were sleeping and peaceful. The guide said that in the summer the bats are more likely to fly around.
After the tour, we enjoyed a coffee and some local sweets while chatting with our guide and other members of the community. It was interesting to hear about their stories of the town.
Written February 18, 2021
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Cassie O
2 contributions
Feb 2021
A unique and thrilling experience! Myself and two friends spent an exciting afternoon cycling through the countryside to a cave tucked away in the mountains. Upon arrival, we were dressed in full ninja gear and guided through a winding cave. We learned the history of the area before during and after the tour.
Although not for the faint of heart, this tour is completely unique and I would highly recommend!
You can stop at the local market afterwards to purchase some local Kochi food. Delicious!
Although not for the faint of heart, this tour is completely unique and I would highly recommend!
You can stop at the local market afterwards to purchase some local Kochi food. Delicious!
Written February 17, 2021
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Thank you very much for your positive feedback. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed our tour.
Written April 19, 2021
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Curiosity21637486783
1 contribution
Feb 2021
An interesting experience were you can learn not just about Ninja's but also the local history and culture. The cave is very fun and easy to navigate. The guides are friendly and speak English well. Overall a very unique and interesting tour and well worth giving a go.
Written February 17, 2021
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Thank you very much for your warm comment. We are trying to improve our product more. We look forward to seeing you next time.
Written April 19, 2021
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