From Nagoya: Samurai Swords and Inuyama Castle Private Tour

4.9 (14 reviews) Nagoya, Japan
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Duration8h
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

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 tea ceremony.

Journey to Central Japan and experience its pristine rivers, skilled craftsmen, and historic towns as you are led by an experienced, English-speaking guide on this full-day tour from Nagoya.

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

What to expect

  1. Seki Blacksmithing Tradition Museum
    2h 30m · Admission ticket included
    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. Inuyama
    1h 15m
    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.
  3. Inuyama Castle
    1h 15m · Admission ticket included
    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.
  4. Urakuen Garden
    30m · Admission ticket included
    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.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

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.

End point

We will board our tour bus and return to Nagoya or continue to Takayama. The tour will conclude at Nagoya Station around 16:30 or around 18:30 for guests who have selected to end the tour in Takayama.

Pickup details

Please include the name and address of your desired pick-up location at check out.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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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