1-Day Tour: Castles & Canals in Hikone & Omi Hachiman (from Nagoya)
- View one of Japan’s twelve remaining original castles, Hikone Castle
- Sip Matcha while overlooking a spacious Japanese garden
- Taste wagyu beef or other local cuisines at a historic shopping street.
- Enjoy the views (and the sweets) at a confectionary shop surrounded by nature
- Cruise the scenic moats on a boat tour of Omi Hachiman
What to expect
Get away from the crowds of the city and embrace the beauty of Central Japan as you journey to Shiga Prefecture. This stunning prefecture is blessed with historic castles, pleasant waterways, lush fields, and Japan’s largest lake. A feast for the eyes and the stomach, this captivating region is also home to the oldest brand of wagyu beef in Japan as well as one of the country’s most unique sweet shops
This tour will take you to two castle towns, Hikone—with one of the oldest castles in Japan, and Omi Hachiman—known for its charming canals. Taste Matcha, relax in peaceful gardens, and soak in the scenery as you are led by your experienced, English-speaking guide through this picturesque region of Japan
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Reviews
My family had an enjoyable experience with our guide Kim who brought us through the beautiful Hakone castle at a leisurely pace. She explained the intricacies of the tea ceremony before we tasted the delicious macha. the boat ride on tatami was a real highlight. This is a well thought through itinerary through less touristy parts of Japan.
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