Nagoya Kakuozan Historical Walk with Incense Ceremony Experience
Kakuozan, located in Nagoya, is an area rich in culture and history, making it an excellent place for international visitors to experience authentic Japanese culture. This tour is designed around authentic experiences in Nagoya, including a Kodo (incense Ceremony) experience with genuine incense, no
What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 45 minAdmission includedGuided tour of the museum's key exhibits. The Furukawa Art Museum allows guests to view fine arts representing Nagoya, including precious artworks collected by Tamesaburo Furukawa, providing insights into Japanese culture and history through art.
Stop 2
⏱ 1h 30mAdmission includedEnjoy a guided tour of the Tamesaburo Memorial Museum. Then participate in an incense ceremony conducted by an expert. Kodo is the Japanese art of appreciating traditional scents. This tour offers a Kodo experience using real incense, not replicas. This unique cultural practice allows participants to "listen" to fragrances and gain a deeper understanding of Japanese aesthetics.
Stop 3
⏱ 1h 15mLunch at Kakuozan Shopping street. The guide will introduce recommended eateries. *Lunch and drinks are not included in the tour fee.
Stop 4
⏱ 45 minExploring the Shrines and Temples of the Kakuozan Area. A temple built to enshrine the Buddha's relics and gilded bronze statue sent from Thailand. It is the only temple in Japan not affiliated with any specific Buddhist sect. Visitors can explore historical temples like Nitaiji and Sououji and enjoy the local charms of Kakuozan Shopping Street. You will also stroll through Yokiso Garden, which offers a delightful blend of Japanese and Western-style architecture, a tea room for sencha, and a bridge famous for its ceiling paintings, all surrounded by nature that changes with the seasons.
Stop 5
⏱ 45 minAdmission includedThe garden, where you can enjoy the beauty of each season, features a blend of Japanese and Western-style buildings, a tea room for sencha, and a bridge with famous ceiling paintings, offering numerous highlights to explore.
Stop 6
⏱ 45 minThe family temple of the Tokugawa clan. It features a stage modeled after Kyoto's Kiyomizu-dera Temple, offering stunning views from the temple grounds
What to Bring
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •【Dress code】Smart casual : Kindly refrain from being barefoot or wearing shorts and miniskirts.
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