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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 20th 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. See you soon!
Reviews
“Thank you for your time and your knowledge ”
Dear Mana, we all had a wonderful day with you. Mana, you are the best! You love your city, love to share it and you want everybody to appreciate it as much as you do. You are very knowledgeable about Kyoto and the Japanese culture. You are also very dedicated (the tour was more than 8 hours) and flexible (you told us we could reschedule because of the rain). I will recommend Mana to anyone who want to have a great time and learn about Kyoto, the Japanese history and culture. Thank you, Dee
Mana F.
(89 reviews)Dear Dee. We were very fortunate to be able to reschedule for another day when the original date turned out to be a downpour. Since you chose me as your guide, I am dedicated to making your journey truly memorable. As a local, I find the greatest satisfaction in sharing Kyoto's culture and history with those who show such interest. It was also a pleasure for me to extend our tour time. Thank you so much for the ultimate reward of five stars! Mana
Julian F.
The half day tour, My precious home town Fushimi and Uji
“Great afternoon tour around Kyoto & Uji”
Mana was a superb guide and really helped us make the most of a half-day tour. She was super responsive in the run-up, supporting us in the planning of the 3-4 main stops and contributed great suggestions, that we would never have come up with by ourselves. On the day of the tour she was very punctual and maintained a solid pace throughout, ensuring we would have sufficient time for each spot. We finally finished right on time for sunset at fushimi inari shrine - what a fantastic way to finish the day. Thank you, Mana!
Mana F.
(89 reviews)Dear Julian. Although only about 30 minutes had passed since we parted at Kyoto Station, thank you very much for sending such a positive review right away. I was still on a crowded train heading home, but your message instantly lifted my spirits. People from your country always take the time to send thoughtful reviews, are polite, punctual, and walk a lot! Many of them have a deep interest in Japanese culture and history, and they study it well, which is one of the reasons your country is one of my favorites. It was truly a heartwarming day for me as well, thanks to the opportunity to meet such a wonderful family today. Thank you very much once again. Mana
“Excellent Guide”
I recently had the pleasure of going on a guided tour with Mana san, and I can't recommend them enough! From the moment we started, their enthusiasm and passion for the subject were evident. She shared fascinating insights and stories that brought everything to life, making the experience truly memorable. The pacing was perfect—allowing us to soak in the sights without feeling rushed. Plus, Mana san was incredibly knowledgeable, answering all our questions with ease and depth. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and I left with not only a greater appreciation for the area but also wonderful memories. If you’re considering a tour, definitely choose Mana san—you won’t be disappointed!
Mana F.
(89 reviews)Dear Rowena Thank you very much for promptly sending me a high score and a wonderful review ! I appreciate your introduction of wonderful guests who are interested in Japanese culture and history. Mana
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