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Indigo dyeing experience and Yakushi-ji temple visit
Joined 2017
Ai-zome, or indigo dyeing used to be very familiar with ordinary Japanese people, especially in Edo Period(16C to 19C). The beauty of the color is highly valued as "Japan Blue". You will experience at a studio called "Konya", the fine renovation of an old merchant's house in Yamato-koriyama city, a castle town.
After that you will visit Yakushiji Temple.
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Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Kintetsu Koriyama Sta. (20 minutes from Kintetsu Nara Sta.) or JR Koriyama Sta. (5 minutes from JR Nara Sta.)
Indigo dyeing experience
Yakushiji temple
Yakushiji-Temple(710) is one of the world heritage site"Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara". The principal image is Healing Buddha, or doctor Buddha. You will also see Sun and Moon Bodhisattva,or day and night attendant nurses. They always welcome you with great mercy.
Ending Point
Kintetsu Nishinokyo Sta.
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Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee (12075JPY),
guide transportation fee between home and the spot(2000JPY)
transportation fee during the tour ￥150 per person,
"Konya" entrance fee ￥300,
the fee for indigo dyeing experience ￥1200 to ￥1900,
"Yakushiji Temple"entrance fee (It varies depending on the date.) ￥1100 (1/1~1/15 3/1~6/30 8/13~8/15 9/16~11/30) ￥ 800 (Rest of the year),
Tour Important Information
① The tour is carried out after booking the indigo dyeing experience. To ensure the booking, I'd like you to contact me early, at least 3days before the tour.
② I recommend you to wear clothes you can get dirty in dyeing, although apron, rubber gloves and long boots are prepared.
③ I'd like you to prepare cash for the payment on the tour.
④ At Yakushiji temple, East Pagoda undergoes disassembly and repair, so you can't see it now.
Important message from the supplier
The price of the tour includes the guide fee and the guide's transportation fee between home and the travel city.
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 2017
About Tour Guide Michiko T.
Hi, I'm Michiko.
I'm a national certified English tour guide.Since I was born and raised in Nara, I'm familiar with the sightseeing spots and attractions of Nara, and neighboring city, Kyoto.
Nara and Kyoto, old capitals of Japan, retain time honoured structures and art works. What is more, beautiful gardens and picturesque landscapes are always waiting for you!
I'm also a traveler who especially love to explore local foods and crafts, which have been passed down from generation to generation.
I'll try to guide you with best hospitality. When you have a chance to visit Nara,Kyoto and Osaka, please contact me anytime and join my tour!
I will be looking forward to seeing you.See you soon!
Reviews
“Kyoto autumn tour”
Michiko was lovely, her communication prior to the tour was excellent, she met us at our hotel on time and we set off early to avoid the crowds, Michiko took us to some places that we would never have found without her which we loved, she was happy to change things around as the day went on and was very informative along the way, we really enjoyed our time with Michiko and could not recommend her highly enough, thank you Michiko ️!!
Michiko T.
(54 reviews)Thank you for taking the time to write such a wonderful review. It was also a wonderful experience for me to spend an autumn day in Kyoto with such a relaxed, generous and open minded couple. It was truly relaxing hiking on Monkey Mountain and walking through the old preserved areas with few tourists. Most of all, your stories about your lovely family and life were fascinating! I hope you enjoy your trip and witness the beautiful changing of the seasons in Japan!
“Excellent Osaka Highlights Tour”
We had a very short time in Osaka and wanted to see some of the major sights. Michiko took us to 3 sights & we had lunch at a very good tempura restaurant she selected. She also accomodated my husband’s mobility issues. We would not have been able to do as much as we did without her. She is a great guide, kind, & excellent communicator. I highly recommend her!
Michiko T.
(54 reviews)Thanks for the wonderful review! I also had a great time visiting highlights of Osaka with such a nice couple like you. I was impressed with your attitude of enjoying diverse culture and history around the world. Your story also made me want to go on a cruise ship trip! I hope to see you again!
“Touring around Nara Park with Michiko T.”
My husband and I, and another friend, had a wonderful day with Michiko exploring Nara. It was a rainy day in Nara but Michiko was able to modify our itinerary to make the most of our visit. We saw the deer, visited Todai-ji (Great Buddha Hall), and saw Kasuga Taisha. We had matcha tea in a very typical Japanese place. We went to lunch together and had great ramen in a thick, white chicken broth. Afterwards, she escorted us shopping and took us to some unique places that specialize in Japanese crafts. Michiko is friendly and knowledgeable. We really enjoyed touring Nara with her. We would book Michiko again and we highly recommend her.
Michiko T.
(54 reviews)Thank you for the wonderful review! I also had a great time exploring Nara with you. I was impressed by the way you walked a lot even in the rain and enjoyed everything, not only world heritage sites but also nature, culture, and local products. Especially, I was glad that your husband enjoys calligraphy at home and bought some utensils, or you and your friend enjoy choosing tabi-socks as souvenirs. Our ramen lunch was all the better after walking in the rain. I hope to see you again!
$91/ per person
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