Mie: Step Back in Time on a Guided Walk Through Seki-juku
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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This tour is more than just a walk—it’s a step into living history. While many historic sites in Japan have been reconstructed or modernized, Seki-juku remains one of the rare post towns where the original Edo-period atmosphere is still intact.
Led by a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll explore the full stretch of this beautifully preserved town, learning about the lives of travelers, merchants, and samurai who once passed through these same streets.
Starting at Seki Station, the tour follows the exact route of Edo-era foot travelers, allowing you to feel the pace and rhythm of historical Japan. With no need to plan or research, you can simply walk, learn, and immerse yourself in a world r...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Visit to historic post town structures
Local guide
Guided walking tour of Seki-juku
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Kameyamashi Sight Seeing Information Center
Meeting Point: In front of the Kameyama City Tourist Information Center.
Your guide will be waiting for you with a yellow sign.
Please refer to the map for details.
Return
Mie: Step Back in Time on a Guided Walk Through Seki-juku
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This tour is more than just a walk—it’s a step into living history. While many historic sites in Japan have been reconstructed or modernized, Seki-juku remains one of the rare post towns where the original Edo-period atmosphere is still intact.
Led by a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll explore the full stretch of this beautifully preserved town, learning about the lives of travelers, merchants, and samurai who once passed through these same streets.
Starting at Seki Station, the tour follows the exact route of Edo-era foot travelers, allowing you to feel the pace and rhythm of historical Japan. With no need to plan or research, you can simply walk, learn, and immerse yourself in a world r...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Visit to historic post town structures
Local guide
Guided walking tour of Seki-juku
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Kameyamashi Sight Seeing Information Center
Meeting Point: In front of the Kameyama City Tourist Information Center.
Your guide will be waiting for you with a yellow sign.
Please refer to the map for details.
Return
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Itinerary
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Seki Post Town
Seki-juku is one of the few surviving post towns (shukuba) from Japan’s Edo period, located along the historic Tokaido route that once connected Kyoto and Edo (now Tokyo). Nestled near the mountain passes dividing Ise and Nara, this town served as a vital rest stop for travelers preparing for or recovering from the challenging journey through the hills.
While much of the old Tokaido has been overtaken by modern roads and urban development, Seki-juku has miraculously preserved its original charm. With rows of traditional wooden buildings, narrow walkable streets, and an atmosphere steeped in history, it offers a rare chance to step back into Japan’s early-modern era.
Whether you're a history enthusiast or a curious traveler, Seki-juku is a perfect place to experience the everyday life and architecture of a bygone Japan.
