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
Sandra P.
“Her passion for teaching shows through her tours!”
As a former teacher, Mana made our tour a fun learning experience about the food, culture, language and sights! She took us to some absolutely beautiful parts of Kyoto, including the neighborhood where she grew up as well as helped us navigate through some of the food markets. Highly recommend!
Leslie P.
“Amazing Experience!”
Mana was so fun to be with the entire day. She has endless energy. With her expertise we were able to see much more than we could have on our own. We learned a lot and we have great photos to enjoy. Our highest recommendation.
Mana F.
Dear Leslie, Thank you so much for your positive review, which you sent immediately after our tour. I was still on the train heading home, and your kind words instantly wiped away my fatigue. Your compliments have become the fuel for my energy. I need to have the busiest month ahead. I truly appreciate it! Please enjoy the rest of your travels in Japan! Mana
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
$164/ per group
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