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Walk along the Japanese oldest road
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Joined 2017
Yamanobe-no-michi Road, the oldest road in Japan, runs through at the foot of eastern mountains of Nara Basin.
In this area, huge burial mounds and oldest shrines blend well with quiet farming villages.
This tour might take you back in time to the ancient mythical period. The road is mostly flat and comfortable to walk on.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
JR Nara Station
JR Nara station
Meet and move to Yamanobe-no-michi Road.
JR Yanagimoto stationan
In the beginning, make a short stop at "Kurozuka Kofun Exhibition Hall". Then start walking through small villages, along the huge tombs of ancient emperors, in the rice paddy fields and orchards. (Fruits picking experience is available in autumn.) Those fruits and vegetables are sold at unattended stands along the roadside. Stop to take a break at a fine-viewing spot.
Hibara shrine
Visit Hibara Shrine and have lunch.
Omiwa Shrine
Visit Omiwa Shrine, Japan's oldest shrine, whose object of worship is Mt.Miwa on the back. "Sake", Japanese rice wine, originated here in Miwa Shrine. You can visit "Sake" shop or other shops selling local specialties, such as "Somen" noodle, very thin noodle made from wheat, or "Monaka", a kind of Japanese sweet.
JR Nara station
the end of the tour
Ending Point
JR 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 (JPY22,200), the transportation fee of the guide(JPY2000),
Your transportation fee (JPY570 for an adult), lunch,
Tour Important Information
・Wear clothes and shoes that are easy to walk in.
・Bring enough drinks.
・Keep good social distance and wear masks if necessary.
Not Available in August
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
Chip G.
“Incredible”
My wife and I had the absolute pleasure of working with Miko for 3 days in Kyoto and Nara. She is a master of all the things you think about when preparing for a tour, mastery of the subject matter, flexible with scheduling, great communication, adaptable to the group and able to coordinate for the group’s needs. She is all of these things to be sure but mostly we found here to be genuine, kind and very easy to be talk with and learn from. Her knowledge of the local area and specific history both cultural and historic is excellent. If you’re looking for an English speaking guide she not only speaks excellent English, she teaches English in the local schools. I would absolutely recommend Miko for your tour in Kyoto, Nara area. We feel like we made a new friend and very much look forward to connecting again!
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Michiko T.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. I was truly touched by warm personalities of you and Karin, and it was hard to say goodbye on the last day of the tour. Your travel style, which values experiencing the local traditional culture, nature, and history hands-on, is truly wonderful. I'll never forget these three days spent with you—such as the homey, delicious lunch at the café that felt like visiting grandma's house or cautiously climbing the five-story pagoda and being moved by its solid framework. Please continue enjoying your travels. I look forward to seeing you again!
Mauro L.
“What a wonderfull day ”
We had a wonderful day yesterday with our tour guide Michiko. Michiko was very friendly, courteous and always attentive to our wishes. We only had one day in Osaka and Michiko skilfully guided us to the most famous sights in Osaka so that we could see as much of Osaka as possible in one day. Michiko speaks perfect English and knows the history of Osaka extremely well. We thoroughly enjoyed our day with her and can highly recommend Michiko as a tour guide.
Michiko T.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. Being with such a lovely family who communicates so openly, like all of you, truly enriched the tour. I was impressed by your deep insight and sense of humor, and how much you all enjoyed noticing and feeling things on the spot. Hearing about Swiss society and the education system was also a real eye-opener for me. I hope the rest of your journey is wonderful! I look forward to meeting you all again someday.
Jenny T.
“Amazing time in Nara!”
It was my daughter’s birthday wish to go to Nara on her birthday and Mitchiko helped make the day extra special. We all had a fabulous time and managed to see many sights. She also recommended a really nice Ramen restaurant for lunch. We were able to have a flexible itinerary and really enjoyed the day trip from Osaka. Thank you Mitchiko! Hope to see you soon again!
Michiko T.
Thank you for your wonderful review. I'm delighted you enjoyed a winter day in Nara for your daughter's birthday. Hearing about your family stories and the futures of teenagers like them was a great joy. Also seeing your daughter gently feeding the deer crackers while talking to them warmed my heart. It was surprising how one deer followed her for so long! I hope the hot ramen warming chilly bodies and the high-speed mochi pounding demonstration also become memories of your trip. See you again!
$152/ per group
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