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Private tourOnly your group will participate
Overview
Step back in time to the age of the samurai on your own private journey through Nijo Castle.
With no other guests to follow, this experience is entirely yours. Take your time, ask as many questions as you like, and explore with the people who matter to you.
Your local guide, knowledgeable in Kyoto, samurai culture and Japanese history, will go beyond simply explaining the sights. Through stories of powerful shoguns, emperors and political intrigue, we’ll bring the castle to life and transport you back to the world of the samurai.
[Highlights]
・100% private tour, exclusively for your family or group
・Explore at your own pace with your dedicated local guide
・Nijo Castle admission included
・Discover the fascinating Shogun vs. Emperor rivalry
・Walk through photogenic gardens and castle moats filled with colorful koi
・Hear the dramatic story of the rise and fall of the Tokugawa Shogunate
What's included
Private Local Guide
Admission fee
What to expect
Nijo Castle
1h 30m · Admission ticket included
Admission to Nijo Castle is included.
Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site with your own private local guide. Discover the fascinating history of the Tokugawa shoguns, enjoy stories tailored to your interests, and stroll through the beautiful Japanese gardens at your own pace.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Please meet outside Entrance (Exit) 1 of Nijōjō-mae Station.
There will be a guide holding a sign with our company name .
End point
Please meet outside Entrance (Exit) 1 of Nijōjō-mae Station.
There will be a guide holding a sign with our company name .
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
