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From Nagoya: Samurai Swords and Inuyama Castle Private Tour
(13) Reviews
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About
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 sharpen a kitchen knife. - Stroll along the streets of Inuyama where you can indulge a wide array of street food and find locally crafted souvenirs. - Discover the well-preserved Inuyama Castle—a National Treasure and historically significant stronghold of the Oda clan. - Wish for good fortune in a shrine legend to grant wishes. - Sip matcha tea in a garden designed by one of Japan’s pioneers of...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Knife Sharpening Experience
Transportation during the tour
English speaking guide
Matcha Experience
Admissions to all facilities listed in the itinerary
Lunch
Accommodation
Meeting Points
Departure
Nagoya Station
If you are arriving to Nagoya via train, our default meetup point is at the base of the SILVER clock tower outside of the Shinkansen gates. If you are arriving via Shinkansen, the clock tower should be located directly in front of you as you exit the gate.
Return
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Travel time between destinations included in the total duration of the tour
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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From Nagoya: Samurai Swords and Inuyama Castle Private Tour
(13) Reviews
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$308.50
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About
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 sharpen a kitchen knife. - Stroll along the streets of Inuyama where you can indulge a wide array of street food and find locally crafted souvenirs. - Discover the well-preserved Inuyama Castle—a National Treasure and historically significant stronghold of the Oda clan. - Wish for good fortune in a shrine legend to grant wishes. - Sip matcha tea in a garden designed by one of Japan’s pioneers of...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Knife Sharpening Experience
Transportation during the tour
English speaking guide
Matcha Experience
Admissions to all facilities listed in the itinerary
Lunch
Accommodation
Meeting Points
Departure
Nagoya Station
If you are arriving to Nagoya via train, our default meetup point is at the base of the SILVER clock tower outside of the Shinkansen gates. If you are arriving via Shinkansen, the clock tower should be located directly in front of you as you exit the gate.
We 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.
2 hours and 30 minutes
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Inuyama
Your 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.
1 hour and 15 minutes
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Inuyama Castle
You 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.
1 hour and 15 minutes
4
Urakuen Garden
We 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.
