Yamatokoriyama City, Koriyama Castle Ruins & Goldfish Museum Tour

Yamatokoriyama Castle: Built in the 12th century as a stronghold for Nara, this castle’s ruins are now a popular tourist spot, known for its beautiful garden and cherry blossoms in April Yamatokoriyama old town: This simple and serene city exudes Japan’s rich history, with streets lined with traditional Japanese houses and others running alongside small streams. In the 16th century, Hidenaga Toyotomi invited artisans to settle here and established the sharing system based on their professions Indigo blue dyeing experience: Experience traditional Japanese indigo blue dyeing, a skill passed down through generations. Visit the Konyamachi district and try indigo blue dyeing at the “Hakomotokan Konya” store on handkerchiefs Goldfish fishing: Embrace the spirit of summer in Japan by trying goldfish fishing at festivals while wearing a yukata. You can enjoy this activity all year round at the “Kochikuya” shop Goldfish Museum: Administered by the “Yamato Kingyoen” herders association, this museum, founded by Masaji Shimata, aims to popularize the history and culture of goldfish