Kirameki connects the world with the heart of the Japanese countryside through immersive cultural programs.
We offer deep, meaningful travel experiences: stay in historic buildings, join vibrant local communities, and engage with centuries-old traditions. Our programs promote slow living, community building, nature, craftsmanship, and cultural preservation. By participating, you not only experience the beauty of rural Japan, you contribute to its revitalization.
Welcome to Kirameki.
PROGRAM TYPES
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Set Day Programs
Curated one-day tours with expert guides, perfect for experiencing the best of rural Japan in a short timeframe.
Samurai Tour (1 Day)
Explore a local castle and swordsmith workshop
E-bike Scenic Ride (1 Day)
Cycle through rice fields and hillside views
Overnight Programs
To experience the Japanese countryside through Kirameki, there are four key elements we help coordinate: Activities, Stays, Food, and Transportation.
Every program is personalized and requires a short consultation to ensure we meet your interests and needs. Once we confirm the details, you'll receive a full quote. A $150 deposit is required to reserve your dates via our booking form.
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Example Program
3 Days, 2 Nights
2 people
~$1,400 USD total
For 2 people, 3 days
Sample Itinerary
Day 1
2:00 PM | Arrival in Kitahiroshima
Lunch: soda noodles or local favorites
Afternoon | Explore with tea & sunset views
Evening | Dinner at home-style setting
Night | Rest in traditional kominka house
Day 2
Morning | Kagura Performance & Festival
Community celebration & storytelling
Afternoon | Astro Park activities
- • Yukata dressing
- • Tea ceremony
- • Okonomiyaki making
- • Traditional games
Night | Sleep at Astro Park
Day 3
Morning | Traditional breakfast
10:20 AM | Local student ceremony
Afternoon | Sacred sites & Kirameki Center
After 2:00 PM | Transfer to Miyajima
📸 Photo Gallery
Experience Photos
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Customize Your Experience
All our overnight programs can be customized to match your interests, time constraints, and budget. Whether you're interested in traditional crafts, local cuisine, nature exploration, or cultural immersion, we can tailor your itinerary accordingly.
Volunteering & Special-Case Programs
These programs are geared toward travelers seeking deeper immersion: extended stays, farm volunteer projects, and creative residencies. Ideal for gap-year students, remote-workers, slow travelers, work-exchange volunteers, and artists-in-residence.
Match Me With Volunteer Opportunities
Example Volunteer Programs
Farm Volunteer
Experience a homestay for 1 week helping in the fields and learning traditional agricultural methods.
Artist Residency
1-month kominka stay to work on a creative project and share workshops with locals.
Countryside Immersion
3 week stay at one of our guesthouses, participating in local events, able to work remotely, and practice learning Japanese through immersion.
Program Information
Specific programs vary by season and are not listed online, please check our instagram @kirameki.earth for announcements, or contact us to find current opportunities.
Transportation Information
- •Highway bus: approx. ¥1,400 ($9.50) one way from Hiroshima JR Station (unless arranged with Kirameki)
- •All Programs require a vehicle and driver dependent on group size
- •Luxury Van Option: Available upon request (+$180 for 3 hours)