The villages of Kouga Ninja and Shigaraki pottery
Joined 2017
Koka city is one of the two most famous districts for Ninja as well as Iga city. The Ninja house was built about 300 years ago .It displays some gears and weapons actually used by Ninja allowing you to have experience intelligence and crafty skills. Shigaraki pottery has a long history and famous for its cute raccoon dog "Tanuki" There are many genuine Sake breweries in Shiga
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At Kyoto station or Kusatu station
Shigaraki pottery area ,Koka Ninja yashiki ,Sake brewery ( tea fields)
Oumi beef lunch, Real Ninja house, (Sake tasting )
Ending Point
At Kusastu station
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Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee
transportation fee (shigaraki kougen railroad ￥1080 per person , you and guide)
Taxi charge
entrance fee( Ninja house ￥700 per person, you and guide)
Hands on making pottery's wheel fee￥1000 per person
lunch
Tour Important Information
Note ＊This tour is not available from 20th of December to 15th of March.
＊ For the Shiga tour, you must reserve a taxi, which is available at a special discounted price and is only applicable to Shiga's ninja tour and does not apply to tours in Kyoto.
This is a rural area therefore public transportation is limited so we need leeway of time. We usually reserve a taxi for 4 or 5 hours. Taxi charges are more expensive here than other areas.
You need to prepare the amount of Japanese yen you will need on your trip in cash as our area does not always have machines available to use..
You need to remove your shoes at the Ninja yashiki and the sake brewery.
This area is colder than Osaka and Kyoto, dress warmly.
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 Mana F.
Hello, my name is Mana. I am a National Licensed Tour Guide in English. I was born and raised in Kyoto. I worked for the Kyoto Prefectural Police Headquarters after I graduated from university.
I know lots about Kyoto's cultures and festivals . I am good at walking. After I got married, I have been in Shiga for over 30 years. I work for at high school as a part time teacher. I am flexible in Kyoto and Shiga. I am practicing ”Rakugo”a traditional Japanese comedic storytelling art, to make my tours more enjoyable and filled with laughter. Let’s laugh together during my tours!
Reviews
Susan A.
“Very Best Guide to show you Kyoto and more”
Go with Mana if you you’re looking for the best guide to show you Kyoto and share its rich history in a fun and exciting way. Mana will structure your day so that you’ll be able to visit more sites than you dreamed possible. In addition to the sightseeing, Mana has a secret way to teach you basic Japanese phases that are easy to remember .
Mana F.
Dear Susan Thank you so much for sending such a wonderful review. I truly appreciate that you traveled all the way to Kyoto from far away. I could really relate to your interest in Japan’s healthy food, especially soups. As someone from the same generation, I sincerely wish for both of us to stay healthy and live a vibrant life! Mana
Sebastian B.
“Excellent and caring guide for Kyoto”
Mana was very knowledgeable and had the best attitude during our tour. She not only told us about the sites we saw, but also about Japanese culture and history, as well as some of her personal stories. She would also crack the occasional joke when appropriate. Would definitely recommend her and hire her services again if we ever come back!
Mana F.
Dear Sebastian, Thank you so much for sending a high-rated review right after our tour ended. I was still on the train heading home, but your kind words instantly wiped away my fatigue. On Valentine's Day, I received a gift even more wonderful than chocolate—a heartfelt review from a lovely newlywed couple. It truly made my day! Thank you for choosing Japan and choosing me from so far away. Wishing you a safe journey home! Mana
Cindy L.
“Very accommodating guide”
Mana was very accommodating to our family of 4 for a tour of Kyoto. She definitely grew up up in the city & we appreciate her stories and even some Japanese lessons. I will say her English is a bit more broken up than we expected but we appreciated her hospitality and flexibility with our family.
Mana F.
Dear Cindy, How is your husband’s foot doing? December 28th is generally considered the last working day of the year, and I was fortunate to conclude my final work day of 2024 with a very polite and wonderful family. In the morning on New Year’s Day, the most important holiday for Japanese people, receiving your high-scoring review brought me such a refreshing and joyful feeling. It was as if I were a child receiving a special New Year’s gift (Otoshidama). During the New Year, we exchange greeting cards that are postcards called Nengajo, and I would like to include my wish that 2025 will be a wonderful year for you and your family. Thank you very much for giving me a high score review despite my clumsy English. I will continue to work hard and keep studying without using aging as an excuse. Mana
$162/ per group
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