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Nara Park & Indigo dyeing experience
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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 KORIYMA 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 800 JPY, ②Kasuga grand shrine, 700JPY, ③Indigo-dyeing studio 300JPY, ④the fee for indigo dyeing experience 1100 JPY or 1430JPY
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
Alex H.
“Amazing Asuka Village Tour!”
We could not have asked for a better guide to help us learn and experience the charm and history of Asuka Village. Michiko was so thoughtful, kind and knowledgeable. It was so lovely and eye opening to get away from the city and experience the rural village, and the activities that Michiko organised were fantastic. Thank you again, Michiko! The 4 of us had an amazing time, all thanks to you! ありがとう ござい ます
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Michiko T.
Thank you for your wonderful review! I am so delighted to have welcomed such a wonderful couple like you to Asuka Village, the birthplace of Japan! I'm also glad that you enjoyed cycling through the ancient ruins and terraced rice fields. And what a joy to see how beautifully your hand-dyed pieces turned out during the traditional plant dyeing experience! May the rest of your stay in Japan be filled with many more wonderful experiences!
Scott M.
“Japan tour”
Michiko is an excellent guide and wonderful person. My wife and I had the best trip thanks to Michiko and her knowledge and attention to detail. Thank you Michiko for making our trip wonderful and the amazing memories we will have forever. See you on our next tour. Scott and Ramona.
Michiko T.
Thank you for taking the time to write such a wonderful review. The three days we spent together visiting Osaka, Kobe, and Kyoto are unforgettable memories. Here, the beautiful autumn foliage season has just begun. Japan has distinct seasons, each with its own unique beauty. Please do visit Japan again in a different season. I would love to show you and Ramona the cherry blossoms. I sincerely look forward to welcoming you back.
Scott M.
“Osaka,Kobe, Kyoto day tours.”
Michiko is the most amazing tour guide. Her lovely kind nature and exceptional knowledge of all areas and history is excellent. If you want a truly personal and easy experience, my wife and I could not recommend Michiko more highly. We will definitely be back to wonderful Japan and book with Michiko as she made our memories of Japan even more special.
Michiko T.
Scott, Ramona, thank you so much for your wonderful review. We visited famous tourist spots in Osaka, Kobe, and Kyoto, but what truly touched me was how both of you enjoyed every moment and sought to understand not just the surface beauty, but our everyday life and the underlying culture and history. You taught me that sharing joy, happiness, and delicious food makes it all even sweeter. I’ll never forget your kindness and laughter. Enjoy the rest of your journey, too. Please come back to Japan and discover more hidden gems!
$178/ per group
More tours by Michiko T.
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Dear deer Nara! ~Nara Park & Nara-machi~
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' townscape.
Dear deer Nara! ~Nara Park & Nara-machi~
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Asuka village 1 day tour ~the original landscape of Japan~
Asuka, the ancient political center, has been preserved. Not only historical structure such as Asuka dera, the oldest temple in Japan and "Ishibutai", mysterious huge stone tomb, but also tranquil village landscape must leave deep impression on you. "Tanada", terraced rice field, mountains and streams, old village houses will surely energize busy modern people. In the afternoon, we will explore the beautiful village, experience traditional Japanese natural dyeing,and visit the farmers' market.
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.
Nara park & Wazuka tea plantation visit
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