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Iwate Half Day Private Tour: Nambu Ironware and Chuson-ji Temple
Morioka
About
Discover the cultural spirit of Morioka on this immersive afternoon tour combining traditional craftsmanship and spiritual heritage. Begin with a scenic drive through historic Edo- and Meiji-era streets before arriving at Kunzan Kobo, home of the renowned 400-year-old Nambu ironware tradition. Tour the workshop, try pressing patterns into molds, and taste water boiled in Nambu ironware to appreciate its unique qualities. Continue to the World Heritage–listed Chuson‑ji Temple, where the serene atmosphere and the glittering Konjikidō Golden Hall reveal the refined aesthetics of the Heian period. With an English-speaking guide, private transport, and hands-on cultural experiences, this tour off...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private car transfer
National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter
Admission fees
Experience fees
Lunch
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Iwate Morioka Tourist Information Center
Meet your guide holding a JTB Sunrise Tours sign in front of the Tourist Information Center on the 2nd floor of JR Morioka Station. After exiting from the South Exit on the same floor, you will find the meeting point just ahead.
Return
Morioka Station
The tour ends upon arrival at Morioka Station.
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please note that participants may not join partway through the tour. Also, participants may join only from the meeting location specified in advance
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The order of activities and arrival times may differ on the day depending on reasons such as road conditions and congestion at destinations.
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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Iwate Half Day Private Tour: Nambu Ironware and Chuson-ji Temple
Morioka
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About
Discover the cultural spirit of Morioka on this immersive afternoon tour combining traditional craftsmanship and spiritual heritage. Begin with a scenic drive through historic Edo- and Meiji-era streets before arriving at Kunzan Kobo, home of the renowned 400-year-old Nambu ironware tradition. Tour the workshop, try pressing patterns into molds, and taste water boiled in Nambu ironware to appreciate its unique qualities. Continue to the World Heritage–listed Chuson‑ji Temple, where the serene atmosphere and the glittering Konjikidō Golden Hall reveal the refined aesthetics of the Heian period. With an English-speaking guide, private transport, and hands-on cultural experiences, this tour off...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private car transfer
National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter
Admission fees
Experience fees
Lunch
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Iwate Morioka Tourist Information Center
Meet your guide holding a JTB Sunrise Tours sign in front of the Tourist Information Center on the 2nd floor of JR Morioka Station. After exiting from the South Exit on the same floor, you will find the meeting point just ahead.
Return
Morioka Station
The tour ends upon arrival at Morioka Station.
Itinerary
1
Konyacho Banya
[Drive-by] Enjoy the atmosphere of traditional machiya townhouses from the Edo period (1603–1868).
2
Bank of Iwate Red Brick Building
[Drive-by] Appreciate the elegant Western-style architecture from the Meiji period (1868–1912).
3
Morioka Handi-Works Square
Immerse yourself in the Nambu Ironware Traditional Craft Experience. Discover the charm of Nambu ironware, which has a history of 400 years. Learn directly about the depth of traditional crafts through activities such as touring the workshop, pressing patterns into molds, and tasting water boiled in Nambu ironware.
1 hour
4
Chuson-ji Temple
This World Heritage site conveys the beauty of the Heian period (794-1185) to the present. Behold the Konjikido Golden Hall and various national treasures and important cultural properties. Japan's history and aesthetic sense are condensed amidst a tranquil atmosphere, creating a mystical space that cleanses the heart and providing a valuable opportunity to touch upon the spirituality of Japan.
