Nara Park & Indigo dyeing experience
Joined 2017
First we will visit Nara Park, where historic monuments and nature create calm and peaceful atmosphere. You'll see wild deer roaming hear and there. Walking in Nara-machi district will give us a chance to see an old merchants' houses.Then I will take you to an traditional indigo-dyeing studio and help you to experience it.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
at JR or KINTETSU NARA STATION
Nara Park (Todai-ji Temple, Kasuga grand shrine, Kofuku-ji Temple)
Nara was an ancient capital of Japan(710~794), and the terminal destination of Silk Road, a trading road connecting the West and the East. Influenced by international culture, a great number of treasures, including historical structures, Buddhist statues and artifacts, miraculously remain here.
Especially, the quality of Buddhist statues is marvelous! For example, Nio-zo, A pair of statues of Guardian Deities in Todaiji temple has a lot in common with Statue of David by Michelangelo. I will guide you to see such world-class masterpieces.
Nara-machi district(old merchants' town)
Indigo-dyeing experience
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". Now it is well-known as the logo of "Tokyo Olympics in 2020". You will try dyeing with the handkerchief and the bandanna,etc.. "Konya", the studio, is located in Yamatokoriyama city, a castle town, and you will also touch the atmosphere of the old merchant area.
Ending Point
at JR or KINTETSU NARA 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 (25,900JPY),
transportation fee from home to Nara (2,000JPY)
transportation fee during the tour (you and guide)---about 1000JPY, lunch(you and guide) ---1000~2000JPY, entrance fee(you)---①Todaiji-temple 600 JPY, ②Kofuku-ji national treasure hall(option) 700JPY, ③Indigo-dyeing studio 300JPY, ④the fee for indigo dyeing experience 1200 JPY to 1900JPY
Tour Important Information
This is basically a walking tour. So I recommend wearing shoes that are easy to walk in. If you have difficulty in walking, please let me know.
You are supposed to pay in cash for entrance fees at temples.I would like you to prepare some cash.
As for the indigo-dyeing experience,
① The tour is carried out after booking. To ensure the booking, I'd like you to contact me early, at least 1 week before the tour.
② I recommend wearing clothes you can get dirty in dyeing, although apron, rubber gloves and long boots are prepared.
Only available on Saturday and Sunday
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
“A day in kyoto”
Family of 5 had a wonderful guided day with michiko, very informative and adaptable to the whims of the kids. Perfect balance of interesting sites and beautiful walks taking in the monkeys, bamboo forest, ancient gardens and finally sweet making taught by a lovely Japanese craftsman, Would highly recommend for families.
Michiko T.
Thank you for the wonderful review, Michael. I also had a great time with such a generous and caring people like you and your family. I was happy to see you and your family relaxed and enjoyed at every spot. Also everyone's sense of humor made the tour more enjoyable. I'm happy if you could find your favorite things about Japanese culture, nature, people etc. through this walk.
Rachel P.
Asuka village 1 day tour ~the original landscape of Japan~
“Asuka Tour - Nara Prefecture”
Michiko was an outstanding guide from the get go. Her communication was warm and professional. She shared much of her local knowledge and took us to many interesting places in Asuka. We had a fun, relaxed time with her and would give her service more than five stars if we could. We would definitely engage her as a guide again, and will be recommending her in the future.
Michiko T.
Thanks to your wonderful review! It was my great pleasure to introduce my favorite places and people in Asuka. You and Oliver have such relaxing and generous personalities, so I felt as if I hang around with my old friends. Thanks again for choosing Japan for your honeymoon destination, and I hope you will come back sometime in the future. I wish you all the best!
“Nara Para & Wazuka”
We had a very memorable day with Michiko yesterday that included Nara and visiting the green tea region. Prior to the visit Michiko was timely with information and planning for the day. On the day Michiko was very adaptable changing the itinerary due to weather conditions and also including sake tasting remembering we were interested in this option from our initial booking. It was a pleasure to spend time together and the day will be a major highlight in our Japan itinerary.
Michiko T.
Thank you for your wonderful review and I am delighted to have been able to show you around Wazuka Village, where the highest quality green tea has been produced for over 800 years. We were lucky to escape the temporary rain, enjoy e-bikes, and discover the idyllic scenery. It was also interesting to hear your and Michael's insights about Japan, and the stories you shared about your life and your country were fascinating! On the way home, I kept listening to the Oasis songs, which Michael was talking about. I hope this day trip left a deep impression on you and that you will enjoy green tea and sake at home.
$178/ per group
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Asuka village 1 day tour ~the original landscape of Japan~
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Nara park & Wazuka tea plantation visit
In the morning, we will visit Nara Park, Todaiji temple, Kasuga grand shrine. You will have a chance to see, take photos and feed deer. After lunch, we will have a short trip to Wazuka village, the hometown of Uji tea, excellent quality of green tea. The landscape of tea plantations, built on the mountain slope, has 800 years of history. It was designated as the first scenic property of Kyoto Prefecture, as well as one of the Japan Heritages.
