The lightplan for enjoying Kawasaki City where is very close from Haneda Airport and Tokyo. This tour, located in the heart of Kawasaki city, offers a comprehensive journey through the history and artistry of Tokaido Kawasaki-juku, allowing you to experience the vibrant culture of the Edo period firsthand.
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Kawasaki City Strolls Tour
The Highlight
◆Deep Dive into the History of Tokaido Kawasaki-juku: At the "Tokaido Kawasaki-juku Koryukan Museum," you'll feel like a traveler from the Edo period while learning about the history and culture of the Tokaido. Experience the bustling atmosphere of Kawasaki-juku through recreated displays and historical materials.
◆Experience the Japanese Traditional Craft of "Kiriko" (Cut Glass): Under the guidance of skilled artisans, you can create your own beautiful piece of Kiriko. This unique, handmade souvenir will be a lasting memory of your trip.
◆Immerse Yourself in the World of Ukiyo-e (Woodblock Prints): At the "Kawasaki Ukiyo-e Gallery," you'll admire Ukiyo-e prints, including Hiroshige Utagawa's "Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido." Through these vibrant prints, you'll gain insight into the lives and culture of ordinary people in the Edo period.
◆English-Speaking Guide Available: An English-speaking guide will accompany you, so you can enjoy the tour without language barriers.
The Experience
Meet in front of "Kawasaki Kita Terrace (Kawasaki Toursit Information)", whichi is located on the 3rd floor of atre Kawasaki direct to JR Kawasaki Station.
After gathering and meeting a tour guide,15 minutes' walk will take you to "TOKAIDO KAWASAKI SHUKU KORYUKAN" which prorives an opportunity to learn about Kawasaki City as it was 400 years ago.Kawasaki City thrived as one of the post towns along the Tokaido during the Edo period. It serves as a significant historical resource, representing the origin of present-day Kawasaki, where you can delve into its rich history.
After you visit TOKAIDO KAWASAKI SHUKU KORYUKAN, you will move to "Tokaido GLASS" where you can experience "Kiriko" experience. Kiriko is cutting glass and it is type of glassware production in Tokyo since the late Edo period. You can bring glass home as souvenirs.
As the last part of the tour, you will move to KAWASAKI UKIYO-E GALLERY. UKIYO-E is a genre of traditional Japanese woodblock prints or paintings that gained popularity during the Edo period (17th to 19th centuries). The term "ukiyo-e" translates to "pictures of the floating world", reflecting scenes of landscapes, kabuki actors, sumo wrestlers, beautiful women, and scenes from historical tales. Prominent ukiyo-e artists include Hokusai and Hiroshige. In the tour, professtional guide will explain some of ukiyo-e and also you can appreciate by your self.
The end of the tour, the guide will take you to LAZONA Kawasaki Plaza which is one of the biggest shopping mall in Kawasaki City and the tour will end.
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- English
Itinerary
- 13:00Gathering at Kawasaki Kita Terrace (Kawasaki Toursit Information) **Kawasaki Toursit Information is located on the 3rd floor of atre Kawasaki direct to JR Kawasaki Station.
- 13:15Arrive at TOKAIDO KAWASAKI SHUKU KORYUKAN and learn history of Kawasaki City (About 40 minitues)
- 13:55Move to TOKAIDO GLASS (Kiriko experience)
- 14:00Making "Kiriko" which is a Japanese traditional glassware experience at Tokaido GLASS (About 90 minute)
- 15:30Move to UKIYO-E GALLERY
- 15:45Arrive at UKIYO-E GALLERY and appreciating "Ukiyo-E" (60 minutes)
- 16:45Move to LAZONA Kawasaki Plaza
- 17:00Arrive at LAZONA Kawasaki Plaza and tour finish
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
・Children under 5 years old cannot join the tour from a safety perspective during Kiriko experience ・Please arrive at the meeting place 15 minutes earlier than the departure time. Any reason such as delay or accident of a bus or a train may not be taken into account (0% refundable). ・Please wear comfortable walking shoes. ・Please notice that the tour schedule may not be customized. ・This tour is available in English. ・Please note that the itinerary may be subjected to changes. ・No refunds will be issued in case the customer doesn't show up at the meeting place on time. ・In case any extreme situations such as typhoons and other natural disasters, the tour will be cancelled.
Important Booking Information
・Please arrive at the meeting place 15 minutes earlier than the departure time. Any reason such as delay or accident of a bus or a train may not be taken into account (0% refundable). ・Please wear comfortable walking shoes.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 11 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 8 ~ 10 day(s) of departure, will charge 20%
- Cancel during 2 ~ 7 day(s) of departure, will charge 30%
- Cancel on 1 day(s) before departure, will charge 40%
- Cancel on activities date, Non-refundable (0% refund)