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Takeda Castle Ruins in the Sky, Tour from Himeji
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Joined 2020
If you are interested in Japanese castles, this is the perfect one day tour for you! Starting from Himeji where world cultural heritage Himeji Castle is located, you can learn and enjoy different type of Japanese castle, mountaintop castle. Takeda Castle Ruin is a national important cultural property (historic site) of Japan and located on a mountain 354m above sea level. You can enjoy a magnificent stone wall, most of which are original and preserved for more than 400 years on the mountain top.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At JR Himeji Station or Hotel near JR Himeji Station
- Meeting Time might be changed according to the train schedule.
Pick up / Meeting Point:
[ ] JR Himeji Station [ ] Hotel near JR Himeji Station
JR Himeji Station
JR Express to Takeda Station (2,490JPY)
JR Takeda Station
Bus to Yamashiro-no-sato (200JPY)
Yamashiro-no-sato
Lunch (not included), Souvenir shopping
Yamashiro-no-sato
Bus to Takeda-jyoseki(160JPY), Walk to Takeda Castle Ruins (30 minutes, Admission fee/500JPY)
Takeda Castle Ruins
Walk around Takeda Castle Ruins on the mountain top and enjoy the art of stone wall.
The castle was built on a mountaintop of 354m above sea level during civil war period to watch over the enemy’s movements and to protect nearby Ikuno Silver Mine which was one of the largest silver mines in Japan. You can see magnificent stone walls there, extending 400m from north to south and 100m from east to west. Most of the stone walls are original and preserved for more than 400 years on the mountain top.
In autumn sunny early mornings, fog may occur and the castle wall appears like floating in the sea of clouds. That’s why the castle ruin is often called as "Castle in the Sky".
This is a tour to visit Takeda Castle Ruins. If you would like to visit Ritsuun-Kyo Observatory to see the full view of the castle ruins from a distance, tour can be arranged to include both of Takeda Castle Ruins and Ritsuun-Kyo Observatory (Additional taxi fee needed).
JR Takeda Station
JR Express to Himeji Station
Drop off / Ending Point:
[ ] JR Himeji Station [ ] Hotel near JR Himeji Station
Ending Point
At JR Himeji Station or Hotel near JR Himeji Station
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
• Guide fee
• Pick-up at your hotel near JR Himeji station
• Meals and drinks (guide)
• Transportation fee (guests and guide) : JR roundtrip (Himeji-Takeda 2,490JPY x 2) Bus (JR Takeda - Yamashiro-no-sato -Takeda Jyoseki – JR Takeda 620JPY), Taxi (in case bus is not available about 2000JPY/one way), Taxi (in case Ritsuun-Kyo is additionally included, about 4,000JPY)
• Admission fee (guests and guide) : 500JPY per person 300JPY per person
• Any meals and drinks (guests): About 1500 JPY per person
Tour Important Information
• Tour is not available in January and February.
• This tour involves mountain road walking. So make sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
• Itinerary might be changed due to Covid situation, please contact me in advance for details.
• If the weather forecast predicts heavy rain on the day of the tour, you can have the tour with a different itinerary.
• If you have food allergies, please inform me in advance.
• Please prepare the cash to spend for any transportation, lunch and so on.
• Please note insurance is excluded.
• It is my pleasure to help you plan your itinerary.
This tour is not available in January and February.
Important message from the supplier
I guide you in Wakayama, Kumano, Koya-san and Shiga if you pay my transportation fee from Himeji.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2020
About Tour Guide Noboru S.
Hello, everyone! Welcome to Japan. My name is Noboru. I’m a national licensed guide. I was born in Osaka and spent my university student life in Kyoto. And now I have been in Himeji for over 35 years. These cities are in Kansai aea. So,I'm very much familiar with the sightseeing spots and attractions in the area, especially Himeji and its neighboring cities.
If you are looking for someone to show you around the area, please join my tour. I will show you special local dishes in the area as well.
Looking forward to seeing your smile soon.
Reviews
Daniel S.
“amazing tour ”
Noboru did an amazing tour with us in Himeji. He shared so many interesting stories and showed us hidden „secrets“ which made the tour very rewarding and a highlight for us. He is a very kind and attentive person and to spend time with him has been extremely enjoyable! We do highly recommend him.
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Noboru S.
Thank you very much for your wonderful review. I’m so happy to know you enjoyed my tour in Himeji. The weather was perfect, the autumn leaves were so beautiful. I am sure you took a lot of wonderful pictures. I also enjoyed your company very much. Hope to see both of you again next time you come back to Japan!
Dean T.
“Excellent Customized Tour of Tatsuno”
Noboru let us on a wonderful tour of Tatsuno. He customized it for us to see the most important sites for us (my last name is Tatsuno). He provided his own research on the legend behind the name of Tatsuno and what distinguished it from another Tatsuno town in Nagano. We toured Kamo Jinja shrine, Tatsuno Castle and other points of interest. When we returned to Himeji, there was still time to visit a Himeji Sake brewery. All in all a great tour with much detailed insights and information from Noboru. He was also personable and easy to converse with. We would definitely use Noboru again should we visit the Himeji area.
Noboru S.
Thank you very much for your warmhearted review. I am so happy to know you enjoyed Tatsuno and Himeji Sake brewery! I really enjoyed your company and hope to see you again next time you come back to Japan!
Dean T.
“Wonderful Guide for Himeji Area”
Noboru was a wonderful guide for the Himeji Castle and Koko-en Garden tour. He provided us with excellent information and provided translation of information that was only in Japanese. He made the tour of the castle especially interesting as we pretended to be attackers of the castle which allow us to experience the detailed planning that was involved in the design of the castle and grounds. Noboru was also very entertaining and had great command of the English language. He added so much to our enjoyment of the castle and gardens. We would use he again should we visit Himeji in the future. He also gave us great recommendations for restaurants and other places we should visit while in Himeji.
Noboru S.
Thank you very much for having me as a guide in Himeji. I was impressed to see you are interested not only in its appearance but also in its structure as an experienced architect. I’m also glad to hear you enjoyed the autumn activities in Himeji. I look forward to your next visit to Himeji with your family!
$206/ per group
More tours by Noboru S.
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Himeji Castle and Koko-en Garden Half Day Tour
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Himeji Castle and Koko-en Garden Half Day Tour
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Tatsuno, old castle town street -Half day tour from Himeji-
If you are looking for a tour from Himeji, Tatsuno is a right place. Tatsuno is located on the west of Himeji city, about 20 minutes by train from Himeji station. It is famous for its well-preserved old castle town street which has been designated as National Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings. Walk around the street and feel its relaxing atmosphere. Tatsuno is also famous as a birthplace of Usukuchi soy sauce which plays important role in Japanese dishes.
Tatsuno, old castle town street -Half day tour from Himeji-
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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.
Morning Cycling Tour around Himeji Castle
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Kamikawa Aqua Road Cycling Tour from Himeji
Enjoy cycling in Kamikawa which is in mountains surrounded by rich nature. Up the mountain by bus, down the mountain by rental bike, 20km cycling with no sweat! During cycling down the mountain, you can enjoy nature spots such as high waterfall with a fall of 40m and some traditional spiritual spots. The town is blessed with its natural pure water. Enjoy Rural Japan!
Kamikawa Aqua Road Cycling Tour from Himeji
Other Popular Day Trip Tours in Himeji
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Day trip to Himeji Castle from Osaka
Among the many castles in Japan, Himeji Castle is truly special. You will feel happy just to be there when you see its beautiful figure over the surrounding cherry blossom or maple trees. It has a long and touching history. It is definitely a must-see in Japan.
Day trip to Himeji Castle from Osaka
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A day trip from Osaka to Himeji Castle and the Tom Cruise Movie Temple.
Among the many castles in Japan, Himeji Castle is truly special. You will feel happy just to be there when you see its beautiful figure over the surrounding cherry blossom or maple trees. It has a long and touching history. It is a must-see in Japan. Engyoji is a huge old temple famous for being the location of the movie The Last Samurai.
A day trip from Osaka to Himeji Castle and the Tom Cruise Movie Temple.
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Himeji Castle is one of the 12 Japanese castles well conserved with their wooden keeps. Nearby the castle, Engyo-ji temple, on Mount Shosha, has got a thousand years long history. Some scene from "The last Samurai" movie were taken there. When we go back to Kobe, we can visit the Great Bridge of Akashi Kaikyo then Gigantor, statue of a robot, symbols of the revival of Japan, its technological genius and its pop culture.
Himeji Castle and neighborhood 1 day trip
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1 jour de circuit autour du château de Himeji
Le château de Himeji est l’un des 12 châteaux japonais encore très bien conservés avec leurs donjons de bois encore existants. Aux alentours du château, le temple Engyo-ji, à l'histoire millénaire trône sur le mont Shosha. Lieu de tournage fréquent, ce temple a notamment été rendu célèbre par le film "Le dernier samouraï". Nous pouvons aussi aller visiter le grand pont du détroit d'Akashi puis Gigantor, symbole du renouveau du Japon, de son génie technologique et de sa culture-pop.
1 jour de circuit autour du château de Himeji