From Nagoya: Samurai Swords and Inuyama Castle Private Tour
Embark on a captivating tour from Nagoya to explore Inuyama Castle, the oldest castle in Japan, a National Treasure teahouse, a “city of swords,” and the charms of Central Japan. - Learn about the craftsmanship involved in creating a samurai sword. - Meet a bladesmith and learn how to properly sh
What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 2h 30mAdmission includedWe will arrive in Seki where you will visit a small shrine dedicated to blacksmithing before learning more about the history and process of swordsmithing at the Seki Swordsmith Museum. Enjoy a hands-on experience where you will learn how to sharpen a Japanese kitchen knife. You will then have time to shop for a knife of your own or other locally crafted wares.
Stop 2
⏱ 1h 15mYour guide will give you a tour of Inuyama’s townscape before a bit of free time to grab lunch at one of the town’s many restaurants, or go off and explore more on your own.
Stop 3
⏱ 1h 15mAdmission includedYou will meet back up with your guide for a tour of National Treasure Inuyama Castle as well as Sanko Inari Jinja Shrine and its wish-granting stone.
Stop 4
⏱ 30 minAdmission includedWe will then enter Uraku Garden, where you will view the second National Treasure of the day, Joan Tea House. You will have the chance to taste matcha and a traditional Japanese sweet as your tour guide instructs you in the traditional way of drinking matcha.
What to Bring
- •Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Specialized infant seats are available
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •Travel time between destinations included in the total duration of the tour
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| Duration | — | 5h 50m | 4h 15m | 4h 15m |
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| Cancellation | Non-refundable | Non-refundable | Non-refundable | Non-refundable |
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