The hearts of the famous writers Shiba Ryotaro and Matsumoto Seicho were stirred by the beauty of the Ajimu valley where Gastronomy Walking will be held for the first time. Experiencing the abundant nature, spiritual spaces, and nature’s blessing of food, we hope that everyone will enjoy a few moments of peace of mind. Of course, there will be a wide selection of Ajimu-labeled wines, so why not join this event of gourmet food and beverages.
| Date | November 24, 2019
＊Rain-or-shine event. If the weather is difficult for walking, only a meals will be served. |
|---|---|
| Start/Finish | Shimoge, Ajimumachi, Usa-shi, Oita-ken Vicinity of Ajimu Family Village Oita Japan |
| Registration period | From October 24, 2019 Open until November 18, 2019 |
|
[Eligibility・Notes] ・Please use public transportation if you drink alcohol. ・Please be aware in advance that some participants might be allergic to the dishes offered. ・A part of the route uses local roads with no sidewalks. Please be aware of traffic conditions. ・A part of this route has steep uphill grades. ※このエントリーサイトは外国人専用の申し込みページです。 ※日本人の方のお申し込みは日本語版ページから行ってください。 |
| Category | Registration Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|
|
▼10km ［Eligibility］Should be able to walk the distance of about 10km ・Men and women of any nationalities and ages. ・Should follow the rules and manner of the event and traffic rules. ・Young children are expected to be accompanied by a guardian，and people who have difficulty walking should bring someone to assist them. ・Children (younger than 3 years old) ／Younger than elementary school children can walk together with their guardian，but no meals will be provided. (No subject to entry) ・Parents accompanied by children under 3 years old need to have own ”Insurance for children”. ＊The registration fee includes: gastronomy (food and drinks)，ticket for hot spring，and accident insurance. |
||
| 1）10km Gastronomy Walking【9:20～9:30】 | ¥3,500 (JPY) | Closed |
| 2）10km Gastronomy Walking【9:30～9:40】 | ¥3,500 (JPY) | Closed |
| 3）10km Gastronomy Walking【9:40～9:50】 | ¥3,500 (JPY) | Closed |
| 4）10km Gastronomy Walking【9:50～10:00】 | ¥3,500 (JPY) | Closed |
| 5）10km Gastronomy Walking【10:00～10:10】 | ¥3,500 (JPY) | Closed |
| Date | November 24, 2019
＊Rain-or-shine event. If the weather is difficult for walking, only a meals will be served. |
|---|---|
| Start/Finish | Shimoge, Ajimumachi, Usa-shi, Oita-ken Vicinity of Ajimu Family Village Oita Japan |
| Registration period | From October 24, 2019 Open until November 18, 2019 |
| Zip / Postalcode | 872-0102 |
| Office Address | Usa City Tourism Association 2179-3 Minami Usa, Usa-shi, Oita-ken |
| Phone number | 0978-37-0202 |
| Fax number | 0978-37-0601 |
| Email address | mailto... |
| Website | https://onsen-gastronomy.com/eventinfo/oitaajimu-20191124/ |
| What is ONSEN Gastronomy Walking？ | ONSEN・Gastronomy Tourism is a new tourism that introduces the charm of hot spring resorts in Japan by walking and experiencing the food, nature, culture and history of local areas. We open this event, ONSEN Gastronomy Walking, to enjoy a stroll through the beauty of hot spring areas, to experience our history and nature, to taste local foods and beverages, and finally to soak in a soothing hot spring at the end of the tour. |
| The number of paticipants | 150 * Registration will close as soon as capacity is reached. |
| Registration place on the day of event | Ajimu Wine Studio, Aji-an 798 Shimoge, Ajimu-machi, Usa-shi, Oita-ken TEL:0978-34-2210 |
| Clothes and items to bring | Please participate in comfortable clothes and walking shoes, and bring your own headwear, rain gear, beverages, and towels for bathing. * We will provide beverages at some of the gastronomy points. |
| Parking | Asagiri-no-sho Parking (828-2 Shimoge, Ajimu-machi, Usa-shi, Oita-ken) and other parking in the vicinity 100（free） Area staff and signs will guide you from Asagiri-no-sho Parking to other parking lots in the vicinity. |
| Direction to the venue | ■By Train JR Kyushu, Nippo Honsen Line 40 min by car from Yanagigaura Train Station ■By Bus Higashi Kyushu Expressway, Ajimu IC, Ajimu Express Bus Stop 20 min walk ■By Car Higashi Kyushu Expressway 7 min by car from Ajimu IC ■By Airplane 45 min by car from Oita Airport |
| Accommodation inquiries | Usa City Tourism Association TEL:0978-37-0202 URL:http://www.usa-kanko.jp |
| Registration place on the day of event and schedule | ［Reception venues on the day of event］Ajimu Wine Studio, Aji-an ［Starting point］Ajimu Wine Studio, Aji-an ［Finishing point］Ajimu Wine Studio, Aji-an ［Reception opening hours］8:30-10:00 (If you finish later, follow the staff guidance. Latest is 10:30) 1)Start time: 9:20～ 2)Start time: 9:30～ 3)Start time: 9:40～ 4)Start time: 9:50～ 5)Start time: 10:00～ ［Final Arrival］16:00 |
| Gastronomy Menu | *Alcoholic beverages ・Ajimu wine ・Shochu ・Sparkling wine ・Asahi beer *Food Shine Muscat grapes, Dried fruit, Country cooking, Fried food (chicken, loach), Local bread, Rice balls with newly-harvested rice, Tempura of seasonal vegetables, Kote-e manju (steamed sweet buns), Ganjiru soup, Soft-shell turtle soup, Country-style tofu, Pork yakiniku (BBQ) |
| Scenic point | ・Asagiri You can observe the view from 6:30 - 8:00 in the morning on a clear day. The scenery looks like a sumi India ink drawing. ・Family Vacation Village“Ajimu”Observatory Superb Ajimu Valley ・Grape farm ・Ashihitotsuagarinomiya (Tsumagaki shrine) Place where Emperor Jimmu was entertained. ・Ajimu Kagura (ancient Shinto music and dance) ・Collection of“Kote-e”relief pictures The largest collection in Japan ・Children's guide |
| Locations of toilets along the course (except starting and finishing points) | 12 locations |
| Information on hot springs | Ajimu Onsen Center Tsubusa Senior Citizen Rest House (Tsubusa Onsen) Fukumi Senior Citizen Rest House (Fukami Onsen) Sata Senior Citizen Rest House（Sata Onsen) |
| Event policy・Disclaimer | 1. In order to hold the event smoothly and safely, participants shall comply with the regulations specified by the organizer and the traffic regulations. 2. The organizer shall not take any responsibility except for emergency measures in case of injury, loss or other accident. 3. The change of time or cancellation by personal reason is not accepted after registration. 4. The event may be canceled in case of an unexpected accident such as natural disaster, stormy weather, or new strain of influenza epidemic, etc. In that case, we can not compensate for the individual expenses such as participation fee, transportation or accommodation expenses. 5. Please check the event homepage for a cancellation notice. 6. It will be an event involving alcoholic beverages. Please enjoy the appropriate amount and please refrain from acting to disturb other participants. (loud voice, excessive drinking, etc.) 7. We may ask for an identification card for age verification. Driving cars, bicycles, etc. with drinking is prohibited by law. Please use public transportation. 8. The publication rights for any video, photographs, articles, records, the names/ages/addresses of participants (country, prefecture) that might be released to magazines, internet and others belong to the event organizer, the General Incorporated Association, and the ONSEN Gastronomy Tourism Promotion Organization. |
| Participation notice | No participation notice will be sent to early registrants. ■ For internet registration After the payment is made, please show a copy of the confirmation email or a screen shot of the “payment confirmation” or “entry confirmation” at the reception desk. ■ For Famiport registration A transaction slip and/or receipt issued at the store can be used as certificate of payment. Please present the receipt at reception. ■ For phone registration and payment at convenience store A transaction slip and/or receipt issued at the store can be used as certificate of payment. Please present the receipt at reception. |
|