Private Cultural Saio Princess Tour near Ise Jingu

In this unique Heian era (794-1185) culture tour near Ise Jingu, you will step into the role of the "forgotten" princess Saio and will experience how she spent her days in the historical Saiku Palace. This exclusive tour is highly recommended for Japanese history lovers and visitors of Ise Jingu. With a professional private guide you will be able to discover a less known part of Ise Jingu's history and experience the life of a 10th century Japanese aristocrat, long before the samurai caste appeared. The highlight of the tour - putting on an expensive twelve-layered kimono(Juni-Hitoe) and enjoying Heian era entertainment - takes place in a faithfully reproduced cultural treasure building which used to be part of the Saiku Palace. This is a unique and rare to find experience which focuses on the culture, traditions and lifestyle of the imperial court aristocrats from one of the most prolific eras in Japanese history. Total of 2 females and 1 male costumes available.