TRAVEL STUDIES

Wayfinding Japan: Trails and Temples

Japan

11 nights

7,500-10,000 CDN

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Introducing Wayfinding Japan: Trails and Temples —an 12 day and 11 night journey .

Maybe the path forward starts by walking a little slower.

Together, we’ll lace up for the Nakasendo Trail, walk in the footsteps of Samurai, soak in onsens, stay in family-run ryokans, and eat our way through Tokyo and Kyoto like locals who know their noodles.

It’s movement with meaning.
Culture that stays with you.
And the kind of group you might still be texting five years from now.

Whether you’re marking a milestone, chasing wonder, or just saying yes to what calls—you’re invited.

The middle of your life is a really good reason to pack a bag.

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Led by

Peter Reek

Midlife isn’t an endpoint; it’s a launchpad. With decades in leadership and a drive to help others navigate this pivotal stage, I created InHabit.Life™—an ecosystem of coaching, community, and support. Together, we’ll turn midlife into a season of meaning, possibility, and growth.

Arrive in Tokyo (on your own)

Land in the heart of the city and gather with fellow travelers. Kick off your journey over shared stories and your first bowl of something extraordinary.

Chureito Pagoda & Fuji Views

Ride the rails toward Mount Fuji. Climb to the iconic pagoda, then wander the quiet springs of Oshino Hakkai village. 5km · ~2hrs · 100m up/down

Kayak, Cycle & Soak

Circle Lake Yamanakako by bike and kayak, then melt into an onsen beneath Mount Fuji. Your body’s already thanking you. Cycling 14km, ~2hrs; Kayaking 2km, ~2hrs; light walking

Kyoto by Bullet Train

Board the bullet train to Kyoto. Begin your stay with a hike through the red gates of Fushimi Inari and, if you're lucky, a sake tasting too. Hiking 5km, ~2hrs, 230m up/down

Temples, Trails & Teahouses

Bike to Zen gardens. Hike to city views. Walk the Philosopher’s Path. Let Kyoto unfold its quiet magic. Hiking 13km, ~3–4hrs, 320m up/down; Cycling 13km, ~2hrs, 50m up / 40m down

Valley Walks & Bamboo Groves

Trek through Mount Takao’s river valley, past waterfalls and temples, then explore Arashiyama’s iconic bamboo forest (and maybe spot some monkeys). Hiking 9km, ~3–4hrs, 260m up / 320m down

Pilgrim Paths of Koyasan

Step onto sacred ground. Hike the Choishi Michi trail, stay overnight in a working monastery, and settle into silence. Hiking 11km, ~5hrs, 1000m up / 500m down

Morning Prayers & Ancient Waters

Join the monks for morning prayers, then journey to Yunomine Onsen—home to Japan’s oldest hot springs and a rest stop on the Kumano Kodo. Hiking 2km, ~2hrs, 100m up/down

The Kumano Kodo Begins

Hike a legendary pilgrimage route through misty forests and over mountain passes. Sleep riverside in a tiny village inn. Hiking 13km, ~5.5hrs, 1010m up/down

The Final Stretch

Take on a challenging—but unforgettable—trek to Nachi Taisha, where a pagoda and a 133-metre waterfall mark your arrival. You've earned this view. Hiking 15km, ~8hrs, 1120m up / 1320m down

Osaka’s Bright Lights

Savour your final day with sushi markets and street food, then toast the journey in Osaka’s neon glow.

Sayonara for Now

Head home (from Osake or Tokyo) —or linger longer. Because some places keep calling.