{"title":"Special Events","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  @media (min-width: 700px) {\n   .collections-description {\n     font-size: 0.9rem;\n     text-align: center;\n     width: 45vw;\n     margin: 0 auto;\n   }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"collections-description\"\u003eWe craft in-depth journeys to explore the truly authentic Japan using our award-winning retreats as a base to go deeper and find our balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"collections-description\"\u003eSee our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/calendar\" title=\"Shishi-Iwa House Special Events Calendar\"\u003ecalendar\u003c\/a\u003e for what's coming ahead.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"inaugural-wine-tour-the-best-of-japan-nagano-yamanashi","title":"Inaugural Wine Tour - The Best of Japan (Nagano \u0026 Yamanashi) FULL","description":"\u003cp\u003eJapan’s wine culture is defined by restraint, precision, and a deep respect for place. Rather than spectacle, it offers clarity, rather than excess, balance. This journey begins in\u003cstrong\u003e Nagano\u003c\/strong\u003e, where high-elevation vineyards produce wines of freshness and tension. Guests visit \u003cstrong\u003eVilla d’Est\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eMercian’s Mariko Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e, internationally recognized for its quality and research, before continuing south to \u003cstrong\u003eKatsunuma\u003c\/strong\u003e, the birthplace of Japanese wine. Here, the tour explores historic estates such as \u003cstrong\u003eMaruki Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e and\u003cstrong\u003e Lumière Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e, alongside contemporary pioneers including \u003cstrong\u003eTerre de Ciel, Gio Hills\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e98 Wines\u003c\/strong\u003e, ranked among the world’s top vineyards. Over the course of 4 nights and 5 days, guests will visit 11 wineries, one sake producer, and one whisky distillery, offering a rare and comprehensive view of Japan’s fermentation and distillation culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganized and guided by the \u003cstrong\u003eprofessional team of Shola Karuizawa and Shishi-Iwa House\u003c\/strong\u003e, who are based in the region and deeply connected to its producers, this tour offers insight and access beyond that of a conventional visit. Beyond wine, the experience is enriched by great food, forest bathing, and nature walks, including \u003cstrong\u003eSengataki Waterfall\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003eOjira River Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e, alongside a \u003cstrong\u003eprivate tasting lunch at the 300-year-old Shichiken Sake Brewery\u003c\/strong\u003e. The journey concludes at \u003cstrong\u003eSuntory’s Hakushu Distillery\u003c\/strong\u003e, set deep within the forest, bringing together wine, water, nature, and craftsmanship in quiet harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/6595\/4855\/files\/Wine_Tour_Flyer.pdf?v=1771226770\" title=\"Shishi-iwa House Wine Tour Itinerary\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eView the full itinerary here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCost: ¥520,000 per person (all-inclusive for double occupancy)*\u003cbr\u003eNumber of Participants: 10 persons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e*Inclusive of all programs and meals, accommodations, tastings, events and roundtrip transfer from the Karuizawa train station.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shishi-Iwa House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50606662713639,"sku":null,"price":520000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/6595\/4855\/files\/MG_1214.jpg?v=1769778811"},{"product_id":"yatsugatake-spring-hike-sakura-in-the-sky","title":"Yatsugatake Spring Trekking - Sakura in the Sky, April 2027","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShishi-Iwa House (SSH), a collection of architectural masterpiece retreat houses has created a wholly novel and immersive way to revel in Sakura season – a trek to some of the most iconic Sakura trees located in higher elevations, interspersed with equally heightened culinary and cultural experiences along the way. The four-night\/five-day package from April 18 to 22 will take you to Nagano’s eight famous peaks through winding trails up to the flowering summits, where the land below is a vibrant tapestry of pink and white blossoms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike the usual ground-level perspective, you get dynamic, ever-changing views of cherry blossoms from above as you ascend Mt. Kurofu and Mt. Iodake, offering a truly elevated cherry blossom experience. You will also get an up-close encounter with the 2000-year-old Yamataka Jindai Zakura, Japan’s first natural monument, which is often referred to as one of the \"three greatest sakura trees in Japan,\" as well as Wanitsuka Sakura against the stunning backdrop of Mt. 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The workshop objectives are to provide participants an opportunity to practice with the pro, to learn the pre and post game work out techniques, warm up routines, practice drills and match plays.  The focus is on wellness, to learn how to take care of one's body and mind for better and for longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis special workshop is led by Jason Jung, an active ATP professional with a career-high ranking of World No. 114, known for his tactical brilliance and endurance on the tour. He will be joined by Tatsuma Ito, one of Japan’s most accomplished players, who reached a career-high ATP ranking of World No. 60 before retiring from professional tennis last year. Together, they bring a rare mix of experience, technical insight, and mentorship for players seeking to elevate their game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCost: JPY 360,000 per person all-inclusive (double occupancy); JPY 420,000 (single occupancy)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpaces are limited to 10 participants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCost includes accommodations, meals, transports, professional fee, court fee, equipment, transports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shishi-Iwa House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50834497732903,"sku":null,"price":420000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/6595\/4855\/files\/IMG-20251207-WA0068.jpg?v=1771924213"},{"product_id":"chefs-retreat-by-invitation-only","title":"4th Annual Chefs' Retreat (by invitation only)","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-fareast-language: JA;\" lang=\"EN-HK\"\u003eShishi-Iwa House’s annual Chefs’ Retreat is an experimentation in collaborative creativity, exploring the intersection of local culture, nature and gastronomy. 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