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Tour of the magnificent National Treasure Himeji Castle (Kyoto or Osaka departure)
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Joined 2014
We will visit the national treasure Himeji Castle and ascend its magnificent main keep. There, you'll find various unique mechanisms specific to Japanese castles designed to ward off enemies, which are truly fascinating.
Afterward, we'll explore a beautiful Japanese garden (Kouko-en Garden) and visit an ancient temple (Enkyo-ji Buddhist Temple) nestled deep in the mountains. I'm sure it will be a tour you'll remember forever.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your Hotel Lobby
- You will be met at your Hotel in either Kyoto or Osaka.
Himeji City
Himeji Castle
Himeji Castle is both a National Treasure and a World Heritage Site. Its beauty has earned it the nickname “White Heron Castle.”
Kouko-en Garden
Next to Himeji Castle lies a beautiful Japanese garden called Koko-en.
Lunch
Around Himeji Castle, there are many restaurants where you can enjoy Japanese cuisine.
Shosha-san Engyo-ji Buddhist Temple
From Himeji City, take a bus and ropeway to Shosha-san Engyo-ji Temple. This temple was built in the 10th century.
Ending Point
Your Hotel Lobby
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
・Transportation fee (Approximately less than ¥15,000 (USD 100)
per person.
・Lunch fee
Tour Important Information
・This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
・This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems.
・Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other
dietary restrictions.
Important message from the supplier
Please feel free to contact me!!
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 2014
About Tour Guide Kazuhiko G.
Hello, I’m Kazuhiko. Please call me “Kazu”. I'm a national-licensed tour guide. I have a wife and 4 children.
I was born in Osaka city near Kyoto, although I have lived in many places across Japan. I used to work for multinational electric company and I traveled to many countries (U.S., Thailand, Hong Kong etc.) on business.
I have enjoyed guiding many foreign tourists in Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Hiroshima, Tokyo, Mt. Fuji etc. for many years.
During your tour, you can discover a rich Japanese history spanning about 2,000 years, learn about and experience profound Japanese arts (tea ceremony, flower arrangement etc.), feel the spiritual atmosphere of Buddhist temples or Shinto shrines, see a breathtakingly beautiful scenery of Mt. Fuji, bamboo forest, Japanese gardens etc..
Moreover, you can taste Japanese cuisine that each season has to offer (Sushi, Tempura, Soba or ramen noodle etc.).
You can get close to nature and feed wild deer or monkeys or even a build snowman in winter.
I’m sure that I can provide a splendid tour of Japan that will be a lasting memory for you to treasure.
Experience the mysteries of Japan with 5 senses !!
Your memorable tour awaits you.
Please feel free to contact me!!
Reviews
Yehuda M.
“Great tour”
Kazuhiko (Kazu) was very kind with us, considerate with our walking issues, and had a lot of patience towards our needs.
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Kazuhiko G.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. I apologize for making you walk so much. I imagine it was a tiring journey. I hope this tour becomes a memorable tour in Japan. Thank you!!
Shyam G.
“An enthusiastic charming guide you would love to get guidance for. ”
Kazuhiko san is very energetic and knowledgeable guide. He took care of all the transportation and everything. I strongly recommend everyone to get him as a guide for Kyoto trip.
Kazuhiko G.
Good morning!! Thank you for the wonderful review. The three days spent with them were truly enjoyable. I also learned a lot about the relationship between Buddhism and Hinduism, among other things. The Indian food was absolutely delicious. Since there's an Indian restaurant near my house, I definitely want to try it out. Thank you so much !!
Tomer S.
“It was great ”
We had about 7 hours tour, we learned how the history and the culture all was great and insightful
Kazuhiko G.
Hello! Thank you for the wonderful review. I also had a wonderful time and thank you for the wonderful gift. I hope this tour becomes a memorable one for you. Thank you!! Kazuhiko Goto
$207/ per person
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