Enjoy the morning cycling around World Cultural Heritage Himeji Castle! Find gorgeous Himeji Castle from 360-degree views. Learn more about the Castle and the dramatic life of Princess Sen who is still remembered by citizens as a symbol of Himeji Castle. This tour takes you to her shrine, one of the best view spots. Many fantastic spots for taking photos. Tour starting time can be arranged upon your request.
JR Himeji Station or Your Hotel near JR Himeji Station
[ ] JR Himeji Station [ ] Hotel near JR Himeji Station
Start cycling around World Cultural Heritage Himeji Castle. Visit two Shrines special to the castle history. Many fantastic spots for taking photos.
Princess Sen is still remembered by citizens as a symbol of Himeji Castle for her dramatic life. We will visit her shrine, one of the best view spots.
Return to JR Himeji Station
Drop off / Ending Point:
[ ] JR Homeji Station [ ] Hotel near JR Himeji Station
JR Himeji Station or Your Hotel near JR Himeji Station
• Guide fee
• Pick-up at your hotel near JR Himeji station
• Rental bicycle in Himeji(guide)
• Rental bicycle in Himeji (guests, 100-200JPY/person)
• Any transportation fee (guests and guide) : If any.
• Any meals and drinks (guests and guide): If any.
• Any admission fee (guests and guide) : If any.
• This tour involves cycling for about 2 hours. So make sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
• It is my pleasure to help you plan your itinerary.
• This tour doesn’t take you inside of the Himeji Castle buildings. No entrance fee is needed.
• If the weather forecast predicts rain on the day of the tour, you can either have the tour with a different itinerary, walking around Himeji Castle for example, or you can cancel the tour and get your money back.
• If you have any allergies, please inform me.
• Please note insurance is excluded.
The tour might be cancelled due to the bad weather.
I guide you in Wakayama, Kumano, Koya-san and Shiga if you pay my transportation fee from Himeji.
“Himeji Castle”
Noburo, A great time in Himeji with Noburu, supplied a lot of information during our tour, well prepared and very factual without being burdensome. Highly recommend Noburu San to anyone travelling to Himeji
Noboru S.
(11 reviews)Thank you very much for your wonderful review of our tour in Himeji. I am so glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour. It was also my great pleasure to show Himeji Castle and its beautiful gardens to you. Did you find a nice bathrobe? I hope to see you again next time you visit Japan!
“Kobe full day tour”
Noboru was a very kind man who met all of our needs....he was allowing us to be flexible due to some people with mobility issues....I would recommend him to anyone Brenda
Noboru S.
(11 reviews)Thank you very much for your warmhearted review. I also enjoyed the day very much together. It was so wonderful to see their smiles. Hope to see you and work with you again next time you come back to Japan!
“Interesting and informative tour ”
Noboru made our visit to Himeji a pleasure. He was able to convey the history and stories of the castle in a digestible way and answered all of our questions. We enjoyed Noboru’s company and his knowledge made our tour very rewarding. We’d recommend him to anyone looking for a great guide to help you appreciate the castle.
Noboru S.
(11 reviews)Thank you very much for your warmhearted review. I am pleased to know you had a wonderful time in Himeji. Did you also enjoy skiing in Nagano? Thank you very much for having me as your guide. I had a great time with you. Hope to see you again next time you come back to Japan!