Amazing tours to experience Japanese history and culture - A la carte plan

We will introduce you amazing tours that allow you to experience samurai and shogun culture, from visiting historical buildings and museums to walking around the city and enjoying food.

Toba Fire Festival: A Unique Festival of the World「Reservations Now Being Accepted」

The Toba Fire Festival, which began approximately 1,200 years ago, is held on January 7th of the lunar calendar, now the second Sunday of February, at Toba Shinmeisha Shrine in Toba Town, Nishio City, Aichi Prefecture. A large, 7-meter-tall torch made of bamboo and thatch called "suzumi" is lit. The Miyanishi River divides the area […]

7-hour tour of Iaido martial arts and Japanese swords「Now accepting reservations」

Why not have a real samurai experience on a traditional Noh stage? Iaido is a martial art in which you practice the series of movements required to sheathe a Japanese sword, from drawing it to defeating an imaginary enemy. Unlike kendo, you do not actually fight an opponent, but practice forms against an imaginary enemy, […]

8-hour tour to learn about Shogun and Daimyo culture at Nagoya Castle and Tokugawa Art Museum「Now accepting reservations」

Nagoya Castle was built in 1615 as part of Tokugawa Ieyasu's unification of Japan during the Edo period. All of Nagoya Castle except for the stone walls was burned down in an air raid during World War II. The castle tower was rebuilt in 1959, and the Honmaru Palace was restored in 2018. Although it […]

Nagoya Food 3-Hour Tour「Coming soon」

Nagoya cuisine is a unique regional menu that has been widely accepted and loved in Nagoya and its suburbs, including misokatsu, chicken wings, and hitsumabushi, and is widely eaten at home and in restaurants. It may be that Hitsumabushi is the reason why Westerners, who were once said not to eat eel, now like it. […]

9-hour tour of Arimatsu townscape and Arimatsu tie-dye making experience「Now accepting reservations」

Arimatsu shibori is a tie-dyed textile produced mainly in the Arimatsu and Narumi areas of Midori Ward, Nagoya. It is typically made by dyeing cotton fabric with indigo, and the pattern changes depending on how the thread is tied. It is a traditional craft of the Arimatsu and Narumi areas of Nagoya, and almost all […]

6-hour tour of Atsuta Shrine, Hitsumabushi lunch and Osu shopping street「Now accepting reservations」

Atsuta Shrine Atsuta Shrine is a large shrine that seems to be located in the middle of a forest, with a large camphor tree over 1,000 years old providing shade within its grounds of approximately 20,000 sq. m. The Treasure Museum on the premises houses and exhibits over 6,000 votive items donated by the Imperial […]

9-hour tour including Hatcho Miso brewery, Okazaki Castle, and Japanese candle making (departing and returning to Nagoya) 「Now accepting reservations」

There is a miso storehouse in Hatcho Village (now Hatcho-machi), eight cho (approximately 870m) west of Okazaki Castle. Miso has been made here according to a recipe devised by Tokugawa Ieyasu, who was Shogun at the time, for his own health. This recipe has been passed down for 360 years and has been passed down […]

6-hour tour to appreciate Japanese sword art and experience making authentic sushi「Now accepting reservations」

The culture of nigiri sushi, which developed as Edomae sushi, has its origins in vinegar for sushi made in Aichi. As the number one producer of vinegar in Japan, Aichi is also the birthplace of nigiri sushi culture. "Honkaku Nigiri Sushi Tamahagane" is a restaurant that recreates a real sushi restaurant from before nigiri sushi […]

Magome and Tsumago 9-hour walking tour「Coming soon」

Magome-Tsumago is a post town located in the southern part of Nagano Prefecture, Japan, that retains its traditional atmosphere. The town is located along the old Nakasendo road, which flourished as a route used by travelers and merchants during the Edo period. Magome-Tsumago is one of the best-preserved of these roads, and is a popular […]

Nagoya Izakaya Tour 3 Hours「Coming soon」

There are certain dishes that are always available at traditional izakayas in Nagoya. One of them is the Nagoya specialty "Dote-ni." "Dote-ni" is a dish made by simmering pork offal and beef tendons in red miso and mirin. In Nagoya, this dish is made with "Haccho miso," a traditional miso made in Okazaki City. "Haccho […]

9-hour tour around Shinojima and Himakajima「Coming soon」

Shinojima and Himakajima are beautiful islands located off the coast of the Chita Peninsula in Aichi Prefecture. Both islands are popular tourist destinations, with beautiful natural scenery and abundant seafood. Shinojima It is especially famous for its fresh seafood, especially octopus and clams, and Shinojima also has beautiful beaches and hot springs, making it an […]

9-hour tour to see the national treasure Inuyama Castle, Yurakuen Garden and Kiso River Cormorant Fishing (Summer only)「Now accepting reservations」

inuyama castle Inuyama Castle is one of Japan's castles designated as a national treasure, and was built in 1549. The castle tower is one of the oldest surviving castle towers, and is also designated as an Important Cultural Property. From the castle, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Kiso River and the surrounding […]

9-hour tour to see the national treasure Inuyama Castle, Yurakuen Garden and Kiso River cruise (only available in spring and autumn)「Now accepting reservations」

inuyama castle Inuyama Castle is one of Japan's castles designated as a national treasure, and was built in 1549. The castle tower is one of the oldest surviving castle towers, and is also designated as an Important Cultural Property. From the castle, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Kiso River and the surrounding […]

Mino Washi Paper Making Experience 5-Hour Tour「Coming soon」

The Mino Washi Paper Making Experience is a traditional Japanese paper making experience held in Mino City, Gifu Prefecture. Mino Washi has a history of about 1,300 years and is widely known as "Mino Washi" due to its high quality. In this experience, you can make your own Japanese paper while learning about the washi […]

5-hour Seki knife-making experience tour「Coming soon」

The Seki Blade Making Experience is a traditional blade making experience program held in Seki City, Gifu Prefecture. Seki City is known as a production center of Japanese blades and has a history of several hundred years. In this experience, participants can learn the process of actually making a blade and see the craftsmanship of […]

8-hour tour to visit Ise Shrine and stroll around Oharai Town (departing from Nagoya and arriving in Toba and Shima)「Coming soon」

Ise Shrine Located in Ise City, Mie Prefecture, Ise Jingu is one of Japan's most important shrines and enshrines Amaterasu Omikami. Ise Jingu is made up of two main shrines, Naiku and Geku, with Naiku dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami and Geku dedicated to Toyouke no Okami, respectively. Many worshippers visit the shrine every year, and […]

Genzaka Sake Brewery and Japanese Cuisine 5-Hour Tour (Departing and Returning from Iseshi Station)「Now accepting reservations」

Special Sake Brewery Tour: Experience "Authentic Japan" in the Land of the Gods Genzaka Sake Brewery Yanagiwara, Odai Town, Mie Prefecture, is a village that has offered sacred rice to the Ise Shrine, one of Japan's most sacred places. Genzaka Sake Brewery, which has been in business since 1805, is located along the old Kumano […]

Genzaka Sake Brewery and Japanese Cuisine 9-Hour Tour (Departing and Returning from Nagoya City)「Now accepting reservations」

Special Sake Brewery Tour: Experience "Authentic Japan" in the Land of the Gods Genzaka Sake Brewery Yanagiwara, Odai Town, Mie Prefecture, is a village that has offered sacred rice to the Ise Shrine, one of Japan's most sacred places. Genzaka Sake Brewery, which has been in business since 1805, is located along the old Kumano […]

Mikimoto Pearl Island 3-hour tour「Coming soon」

Mikimoto Pearl Island is a tourist facility in Toba City, Mie Prefecture that introduces pearl farming and its culture. It is known as the place where the founder, Kokichi Mikimoto, succeeded in cultivating pearls for the first time in the world.nOn Pearl Island, there are exhibits where you can learn about the pearl farming process […]

Sawada Sake Brewery 3-hour tour「Coming soon」

Sawada Sake Brewery is a sake brewery located in Iga City, Mie Prefecture, that produces sake using traditional methods. Sawada Sake Brewery offers sake that is painstakingly crafted using high-quality local rice and pure water. In particular, they are known for being a sake brewery beloved by locals, focusing on sake brewing that makes use […]