2-Day : Cultural Spa and Hakama Experience in Historic Nagoya

Nagoya, Japan
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Duration2 days
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

This luxurious Japanese wellness spa offers a resort-like experience, reflecting Japan's elegance. It features exclusive fragrances supervised by one of only two Kodo head families in Japan. Guests access a culturally significant tea room, usually closed to the public, with enhanced spa ambiance through live traditional Japanese music. Luxurious treatments include a 24K gold pack for facial and body treatments, adding a unique touch.
In Endoji Shopping Arcade, Wasuikouan tea room provides an opportunity for a meal with tea and sweets. Experience cultural richness and culinary delights in Nagoya's historic district. At Suzu-ki, enjoy kelp broth with water from Yoro, Gifu. Experience bonito shaving and a demonstration of Japanese dishes.

What's included

  • Hakama rental
  • Bicycle rental
  • Spa
  • Lunch
  • sweets and tea fee
  • Breakfast
  • English guide
  • Drink
  • Other personal expenses

What to expect

Day 1: A Spa Experience in the Essence of Shinoryu Kodo with Live Traditional Japanese Music
  1. 4h · Admission ticket included
    A Spa Experience in the Essence of Shinoryu Kodo with Live Traditional Japanese Music
    This is a signature Japanese spa experience in Nagoya, set in the ambiance of a historic cultural property, where guests can enjoy the atmosphere, the building, and the garden. Supervised by the Shinoryu, the spa offers treatments amidst special fragrances designed by the Shinoyu School. In keeping with the artistic tradition of Nagoya, the treatments are further enhanced by live performances of traditional Japanese instruments, serving as a serene background music.
Day 2: Dressing in antique kimonos such as Meisen and hakama
  1. 2h · Admission ticket included
    Dressing in antique kimonos such as Meisen and hakama
    In Habashita, a castle town area of Nagoya, stands a hidden gem where the Taisho koto, an instrument originating from Nagoya, can be found at a local atelier of a long-established musical instrument store. Here, you can experience dressing in antique kimonos and hakama, such as Meisen. You can choose your favorite from among the precious kimonos and rent it for a day to wear while sightseeing around the city. After dressing, you can also enjoy homemade sweets and tea prepared by the owner.

    You will be traveling to the next destination, Nagomi Koan, by rental bicycle.
  2. 1h · Admission ticket included
    Tea ceremony experience in a shopping arcade tea room
    This is an experience offered in a unique tea room located along the street in Endoji, the oldest shopping street in Nagoya. It's a tea room situated in an excellent location, just a 15-minute walk from Nagoya Station or one subway stop away. Here, you can enjoy simple kaiseki dishes served during the tea ceremony, as well as sweets and matcha, with instruction in the proper movements and etiquette.
  3. 2h 30m
    Japanese cuisine experience at Suzu-ki
    Suzu-ki in Endoji As a Japanese cuisine restaurant, we express the terroir of Aichi, the Chubu region, and Japan through our staff's vision, offering sake and Japanese wines meticulously selected by our sommelier.
    Learn about dashi, the foundation of Japanese cuisine. Experience shaving bonito flakes and preparing a traditional Japanese soup. The soup you make will be served with grilled fish and rice.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Get off at Taketaga Station on the Sakura-dori Subway Line. It's a 10-minute walk from there.
Take the city bus and get off at the Shimizuguchi bus stop. It's a 5-minute walk from there.

End point

6-8 minutes walk from Kokusai Center Station.
485 meters from Kokusai Center Station.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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