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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, the transportation fee of the guide,
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
Benoît P.
“Nara park during Obon ”
Michiko took care of us and allowed us to discover the Nara park, its temples and shrine. We were introduced to beautiful national treasures and to the history of the city. Michiko personalized the tour to our needs and interests. We were pleased and are very thankful.
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Michiko T.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. It was a great honor to show Nara to a couple as wise and thoughtful as you both. In Japan, it is believed that ancestors’ spirits return home during the “Obon” season, and the light of candles serves as a bridge to convey our “gratitude” and “prayers” to our loved ones. I would be delighted if this helped you experience a special moment in Nara during the Obon period. I hope you’ll have a safe trip home.
Nicole D.
“Michiko was an excellent guide for Kyoto!”
We booked a 7 hour tour for 5 with Michiko and loved it! She sent us a proposed itinerary in advance which included 3 temples and lunch. Her choices were very thoughtful and we enjoyed the temples very much. The lunch she scheduled was a highlight of our dining experiences in Japan. We enjoyed delicious sushi, met the chef/owner and learned about sushi knives. Michiko was also very easy to understand and spoke excellent English. I would highly recommend her to anyone.
Michiko T.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. I felt very lucky to have been able to see even just a little bit of the Gion Festival—one of Japan’s Three Great Festivals—and its “moving art museum,” the Yamahoko Parade, and to share this special summer experience with you. You are all so friendly and open-minded, and I was really impressed by how interested you all were in Japanese customs and culture. I hope you’ve found some favorites in Kyoto and Japan. Please take care in this heat and enjoy the rest of your stay in Japan to the fullest.
John F.
“Fantastic day with Michiko”
We spent a wonderful day visiting Nara with Michiko. She is a knowledgeable, thoughtful and kind person that genuinely cares for her clients. She patiently answered all of our questions (and we had a lot) and constantly made sure we were comfortable and content. All four of us would highly recommend Miko to anyone thinking about hiring a guide!
Michiko T.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was an absolute honor to guide such a worldly-wise and well-traveled group.Your insightful questions and deep appreciation for the culture made the tour truly special. Our afternoon trip to Wazuka was a perfect contrast to the crowds in Nara—relaxing in a bus with almost no other passengers, and soaking in the stunning views of fresh greenery, rivers, and tea plantations. Meeting our amazing veteran tea-picking guide was also an absolute joy. Her incredible energy inspired us all. Sharing that beautiful day with you made me truly happy as a guide. Wishing you many more wonderful journeys ahead!
$164/ per group
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