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Pottery Village Mashiko (Hamada Shoji's ware) Museum, Cafe and Laughing King of Hell Statue.
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Joined 2014
Today, Mashiko attracts many artists and entrepreneurs from various areas. Visitors can enjoy charming cafes that serve food in beautiful Mashiko ware, including cups and plates. Our visit included exploring museums, shops, and an indigo dye factory. We also stopped by Saimyoji Temple, where we saw a statue of the laughing King of Hell.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
JR Utsunomiya station
Hamada Shoji Memorial Mashiko Sankokan Museum
Mashiko Museum of Ceramic Art
Jonaizaka (Kyohan center and Mashiko ware shops)
Higeta Indigo Dye Studio
Cafe lunch in the bush setting
Saimyoji Temple (Statue of Laughing King of Hell)
Ending Point
JR Utsunomiya station
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
Transportation Utsunomiya-Mashiko
Admission fees (Mashiko Museum of Ceramic Art 600 yen, Hamada Shoji Memorial Mashiko Sankokan Museum 800 yen)
Lunch at Cafe (own expense)
Tour Important Information
Important message from the supplier
If you want to enjoy Nikko, please think about staying Nikko or Utsunomiya, I will take you around the night tour if you stay in Utsunomiya.
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 2014
About Tour Guide Jack M.
Hi there!! I am an English speaking tour guide based in Utsunomiya city near Nikko. Since I came back from Auckland, New Zealand I started my own business as an English Speaking Guide. I have been a guide for 6 years. My favorite things to do these days are 1. visit historical places in Tochigi prefecture, 2. find nice restaurants and bars in Utsunomiya 3. wear hats while I am working outside.
Reviews
Kevin D.
“A full day itinerary ”
Jack was detailed and provided us with lots of fun facts of the places we visit. Nothing was set in stone and the plan changes according to our speed, break time, and weather. Jack tried to take us to Kegon Falls twice since the first time we went it was too foggy to see anything, so we came back in the afternoon to try to catch it, but sadly it got even foggier! Definitely would recommend Jack's tour to anyone that wanted a guided tour of Oku Nikko and Nikko Toshogu.
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Jack M.
I'm glad you liked my tour. Please come back to Nikko with your loved one. Kegon Waterfall will be appeared. Please book my tour again! Thank you.
Debra R.
“Great Guide!”
Jack was very accommodating to our group with some more mobile than others. He shared local and historical knowledge that made all we saw much more meaningful. I contacted him after the tour as I left my hat in the lunch restaurant. He graciously and quickly mailed my hat back to me. I am very grateful! どうもありがとうございます
Jack M.
Debra, Thank you for your review. It's OK with me to send your cap without payment this time. If someone plans to travel to Nikko, why don't you ask them about my tour? Best, Jack
Jeff D.
“Great Guide for Utsunomiya and Nikko”
Jack was kind enough to let me book his Nikko tour but customize the itinerary based on my schedule and interests. He drove me around some scenic parts of Utsunomiya before taking me all around Lake Chuzenji in Nikko and showing me all the great waterfalls and some nice walking trails. We also had a nice lunch together and talked about all sorts of topics when he wasn’t teaching me the history of Nikko. At the end he was able to drop me off at my hotel in Nikko as well. He also speaks perfect English so I would easily recommend Jack for any tour in Tochigi!
Jack M.
Thank you for your comment. I had a great time spending time with you on Tuesday. The restaurant where we had lunch is called Chez Hoshino, which I had never been to. Your long journey makes you a valuable asset. By the way, how did you enjoy staying at the best hotel in Nikko? I will stay there one day. Good luck with the rest of your trip. Jack
$263/ per group
More tours by Jack M.
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Greedy Nikko Tour (enjoy both historical sites and beautiful lakes and waterfalls)
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Greedy Nikko Tour (enjoy both historical sites and beautiful lakes and waterfalls)
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Nikko walking tour (The world heritage site and hidden treasure spots)
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Nasu Heisei-no-mori Forest walk and Nasu Highland
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Nasu Heisei-no-mori Forest walk and Nasu Highland
Other Popular Art, Culture, & Historical Tours in Tochigi
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Nikko, trip to popular spots and the spot of odd sight
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Nikko, "Must-see" spots in a day
The charm of Nikko is that one can enjoy both the natural beauty of its mountains, lakes and waterfalls-sacred places to mountain ascetics since 8th century-and the magnificent craftsmanship of the Toshogu constructed by the Tokugawa Shogunate. Nikko can be reached from the Tokyo by train in about two hours. The area is famed for its beautiful autumn colors. 103 buildings belonging to the Toshogu and Futarasan shrines and Rinno-ji temple were registered as UNESCO World Heritate site in 1999.
Nikko, "Must-see" spots in a day
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A Day Trip in Nikko
Our Nikko tour takes you on a journey to a special place where old Japan meets beautiful nature. You'll explore the Nikko UNESCO World Heritage site, home to amazing temples and shrines. See the famous Nikko Toshogu Shrine, known for its bright colors and detailed carvings – it's like an outdoor museum showing off Japan's rich history. Nikko offers a memorable and enriching experience that stands out from other popular tourist spots in Japan. An unforgettable cultural and scenic adventure.
A Day Trip in Nikko
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