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Matsue Castle
Matsue Castle
Matuse Castle
Matuse Castle
Cruising around Matue Castle
Cruising around Matue Castle
A modern samurai in summer outfit . With luck, you may encounter him.
A modern samurai in summer outfit . With luck, you may encounter him.
A cruise around Matsue
A cruise around Matsue
The original Japanese confectionery served with maccha green tea.
The original Japanese confectionery served with maccha green tea.
Samurai Street and the gate of Samurai Residence
Samurai Street and the gate of Samurai Residence

Matsue Castle and Sightseeing Boat Tour

Ritsuko

Licensed Guide
(3) Reviews
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Shimane
5.5 Hours
up to 5 people
English ( Business ), Japanese ( Conversational )
Private tour (only you and your guide)
Walking / Public Transportation Tour
( Contact guide for other options )

This is a historic walking and boat tour around Matsue Castle, one of the only 12 original castles in Japan.
Experience the nostalgic atmosphere of Matsue with 400-year-old Matsue Castle and Samurai Street. You might feel as if you are time traveling to the old days.
A sightseeing boat tour around the castle and walking along Samurai Street will give you relaxing moment.

Itinerary

Feel free to personalize this offer with Ritsuko.

  • 09:30 AM

    meeting spot

    Tour starts.

  • 10:00 AM

    Matsue Castle

    You can go inside the castle. Enjoy the 360 degree view of Matsue City from the top floor.

  • 11:00 AM

    Cruise around Matsue Enjoying Matcha Green Tea

    Enjoy the different views of Matuse caslte

  • 12:00 PM

    Lunch

    Have lunch near the castle

  • 13:00 PM

    Walking along Samurai Street

    Samurai Residence, Lafcadio Hearn Memoria Hall & Residence, matcha green tea with a Japanese confectionary.

  • 15:00 PM

    At your hotel or JR Matsue Station

    Tour ends.

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Departure & Return

Starting time 09:30 AM ( recommended )   Flexible
Meeting Point JR Matsue Station or at your hotel in Matsue
Ending Point JR Matsue Station or at your hotel in Matsue

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

guide fee, guide's transportation fee to/from meeting/ending spots

What‘s not included

*Transportation fee (you and guide) from JR Matsue Station or your hotel to Matsue Castle
*Entrance fee (you and guide):
Matsue Castle 330 JPY/person,
Samurai Residence 150 JPY/person
*Cruise fee (you and guide): about 820 JPY/person

(All of the above is discounted price with a passport)

*Green tea set : about 800 JPY/person

Important

*You can arrange the schedule according to your interest.

Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation - 30 days prior to meeting time
  • 50% Refund - 15 to 29 days prior to meeting time
  • No Refund - Within 14 day(s) prior to meeting time

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make changes after I book?

Yes! If you need to make changes such as removing or adding someone to your booking or changing the date or time of your tour, contact us by phone or email

Starting and ending points of the tour.

After you secure your booking, the starting and ending points of your tour can be customized to your convenience (ex.: your hotel, nearby stations, etc.). Don't worry, we will take care of you! Some tours may have an extra fee for this service, make sure to check the tour page.

What happens after I book a tour?

After booking a tour, the guide will accept (or decline) your booking within 24 hours. Then you will be noticed by email from GoWithGuide.

Is the price per person or per group?

The price is charged per group. Which means that you make a one-time payment for your entire group and the price will not change if it is less or more people.

Can I add more people to my booking?

Some guides accept extra people (more than the specified number) for an extra charge. Please check for the extras on the tour or booking page, or contact your guide directly to clarify.

Will there be other tourists in my tour?

No. Your tour is private, only for you and your family or friends, there will be no other group of tourists together in your tour.

Can the guide pickup me at the airport?

Yes, but there will be additional charge for that and it is not by car. The guide will go pick you up using public transportations. For further details, please contact your guide directly.

I'm travelling alone. Can I book this tour?

Yes, you can and you may be able to get a discount if you are traveling alone. Price depends on which guide you choose.

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Reviews ( 3 )
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Mark Mark United States ( Solo )
Excellent
1 year ago

“ Shimane tour ”

I enjoyed two and a half days of customized tours with Ritsuko visiting multiple temples, shrines, caves, rivers coastline and waterfalls around the Izumo and Matsue regions. The days were very well organized and more than fulfilled my wishes to visit sacred places in Shimane. I’m grateful to Ritsuko for her easy and informative companionship and for ensuring a very happy few days stay.

Ritsuko:

Dear Mark, I'm so happy with your nice review.Thank you so much again for visiting here. You inspired me a lot with profound understanding and respect for different cultures. Each spot was memorable for me too but I will always remember the freshness and coldness of the water you got from the waterfalls. It was a great pleasure to be able to complete the year 2019 with an amazing guest. I hope you keep exploring Japan I'd like to share your views and ideas again. Ritsuko

Alan Alan United States ( Solo )
Excellent
1 year ago

“ A most excellent guide ”

I was a Lucky man today in Sakaiminato to have found a nice, informative , and flexible guide. Perfect English. I was shown some of the most beautiful sights. A day to remember. Thank you again Ritsuko and the Big boss man. Most highly recommend.

Ritsuko:

Alan, Thank you so much for the great review. We were so glad to have you in Tottori and Shimane area on a day with nice weather. Each spot has become even more impressive for us by accompanying you. I will remember your kindness and smiles you gave us and other people during the tour. I hope your upcoming journey will be wonderful as well. Ritsuko

Mary Mary United Kingdom ( Couple )
Excellent
1 year ago

“ Superb Guide ”

We arranged a day tour with Ritsuko from Azamara Quest docked in Sakaimenato. Ritsuko arranged a wonderful trip for us with our own car and driver to the Adachi Museum of Art with its stunning garden. Then we went on to visit the beautiful castle at Matsue, followed a boat ride around the moat. The boat has a roof that comes right down as you go under the low bridges - great fun! We also went to the fascinating Lafcadio Hearn Museum and his home. Lafcadio was the first European to gain real insight into Japan and write about it for the European market. An amazing man! Also fitted in a quick visit to the Samarai House. Had a delicious Japanese lunch too. Ritsuko was a superb guide, who arranged a great day for us. She Is a very knowledgeable, fully qualified guide who speaks excelle... read more

Ritsuko:

Mary, It was great for me to guide you and your husband in Matsue. I am very glad to know you had a great fun there. I was so happy we arranged the tour together as you like not only on the web, but also on the day. You chose Lafcadio Hearn Museum and his home instead of matcha green tea, that you had already experienced. I was inspired by your deep interest in our culture. Thank you for trying the pleasure boat around the moat of the castle even on the chilly day. It was good they provided us a blanket! Take, the taxi driver, let me know he sent you off at the port without a problem. Thank you again for giving me this opportunity. I was so happy to have such nice and considerate guests like you. Ritsuko

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