Nature

Walking the Ancient Forest: Shiiba Heike Romance Mountain Hike - A Journey Across Secluded Mt. Shiratori, the Last Refuge of the Heike Clan

Japanese name:古の森を行く 椎葉平家ロマンの山登り ~平家落人最後の地 秘境の白鳥山を巡る旅~

📅 Sat, Oct 31, 2026

📍 Shiiba, Miyazaki

About this event

Located deep within Shiiba Village—one of Japan's three most secluded regions—and situated in the Kyushu Central Mountains, Mount Shiratori has long been cherished as a sacred place by local residents. On this tour, you can stroll through deep virgin forests with a guide and savor a mountain bento lunch made with Shiiba ingredients. It is an experience sure to heal and refresh you. In addition to explanations of nature and culture, participatory programs are planned so participants can discover new charms of the mountain on their own. As it is a leisurely mountain walk, please feel free to join with family and friends. Known as the final retreat of the defeated Heike clan, Mount Shiratori offers a journey through a secluded realm woven with history and nature.

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Venue

Shiiba Village Tourist Parking Lot

1747-6 Shimofukura, Shiiba-son, Higashiusuki-gun, Miyazaki 883-1601

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