Let's visit famous Himeji Castle, a World Heritage Site which has recently undergone a full scale restoration. You can also enjoy the spectacular view overlooking Himeji city from the ropeway of Shoshazan Engyoji Temple!
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The Highlight
- Please enjoy Himeji Castle, the first national treasure in Japan to become a World Heritage Site.
- Enjoy an authentic Japanese garden - Kokoen Garden.
- Quaint Sake Brewery - Take a leisurely stroll through Nadagiku Sake Brewery and enjoy the atmosphere of the brewery.
- Speaking of Mt. Shosha, it is a famous temple that was used for filming the Hollywood movie "The Last Samurai" starring Tom Cruise.
The Experience
Himeji Castle Himeji Castle, also known as White Heron Castle (Shirasagijo) due to its elegant, white appearance, is widely considered Japan's most spectacular castle for its imposing size and beauty and its well preserved, complex castle grounds. The castle is both a national treasure and a world heritage site. Unlike many other Japanese castles, it was never destroyed by war, earthquake or fire and survives to this day as one of the country's twelve original castles.
Kokoen Garden Kokoen Garden is a relatively recently constructed Japanese style garden, which was opened in 1992 on the former site of the feudal lord's west residence (Nishi-Oyashiki). It consists of nine separate, walled gardens designed in various styles of the Edo Period.
Nadagiku Sake Brewery This sake brewery located in 1 Chome, Tegara, Himeji City was established in 1910. Their fine Nadagiku brew and other products are renowned at home and abroad. They make their sake with carefully selected brewing rice grown in the prefecture, including Hyogo Yumenishiki, a special product of Nishiharima. You can visit their wooden sake storehouse that remains as it was when the brewery was founded, as well as view brewing equipment and panel displays on the modern sake making process. They hold tastings in their shop, and have a restaurant, too.
Shoshazan Engyoji Temple Shoshazan Engyoji Temple is a must-visit sightseeing destination located near Himeji Castle. Located on top of Mt. Shosha, the temple has attracted filmmakers from worldwide. It has appeared in films such as “The Last Samurai,” featuring the Hollywood movie star Tom Cruise, and “The Assassin,” which won the best director award at the Cannes Film Festival.
Fish Cake factory Yumesenkan The first floor has a demonstration fried chicken sales corner, sales of Sacchan goods, exhibition of products made in the field, and sale of souvenirs. The second floor is a gallery space and rest area, recommended for purchasing souvenirs.
Information about tour operator Name H.I.S. Co.,Ltd. address Kamiyacho Trust Tower 5F 4-1-1 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-6905, JAPAN registration number No.724 by Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency
Information about tour Place of departure and destination KYOTO, OSAKA, HIMEJI number of days of travel 1 or 2 days 1 means of transportation Private car and Bullet train name of bus company Himeji Taxi meals （LUNCH 1 or 0）1 Minimum number of passengers to operate. 1 people Ｎumber of GUIDE：1 ・Please, read and understand the terms and conditions about our travel packages at the following link: https://www.his-j.com/company/yakkan/boshu_j_2009.pdf ・Please, read and understand the terms and conditions about this product at the following link: https://www.his-j.com/company/yakkan
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- English
Itinerary
- Include: Lunch
- 07:40Meet our staff at Kyoto Station (Shinkansen departs at 8:01 AM)
- 07:50Meet our staff at Shin-Osaka Station (Shinkansen departs at 8:15 AM)
- Arrive at Himeji Station (8:49am)
- *Guides at Kyoto Station and Shin-Osaka Station will not accompany you
- 09:00Meet the guide at the Himeji City Tourist Information Center at JR Himeji Station
- 09:15Himeji Castle (Admission fee is included/1hours)
- 10:30Kokoen Garden(Admission fee is included /45 minutes)
- 11:30Nadagiku Sake Brewery Lunch (60 minutes) and Sake Brewery Tour (Admission fee is included / 30 minutes)
- For lunch, please enjoy our specially selected Kuroge Wagyu beef steak set.
- 13:30Shoshazan Engyoji Temple (Admission fee is included / 100 minutes)
- *You can enjoy a spectacular view overlooking Himeji city while riding the ropeway.
- 15:30Visit Fish Cake factory Yumesenkan (30 minutes)
- 16:30Arrival at Himeji Station
- Depart from Himeji Station by Shinkansen (17:11 Osaka/Kyoto-bound train )
- *Guides at Kyoto Station and Shin-Osaka Station will not accompany you
- Arrive at Shin-Osaka Station at 17:46
- Arrive at Kyoto Station at 18:02
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
- This is a private tour. Only your group will participate.
- Note that Himeji castle is not wheelchair accessible , Participants must climb steep staire.
- Please inform us in advance if you have any allergies or dietary restrictions when you book.
- Please note that we are unable to accommodate menu changes on the day of the tour.
- Please refrain from bringing your own food and drinks into the restaurant.
Important Booking Information
Customer Guidelines:
- Please refrain from consuming alcohol on the vehicle.
- Kindly take all trash with you when leaving the vehicle. Please do not leave any trash on board.
- Please ensure you arrive promptly at the designated meeting place.
- Please be aware that weekends, holidays, and event days may experience high levels of congestion.
- The schedule may be subject to sudden changes or shorter visit durations due to reasons such as traffic congestion.
- Refunds will not be provided if you fail to arrive at the meeting location on time (no show).
- In the event of a natural disaster, such as a typhoon, the tour will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued.
- Wearing your seatbelt is mandatory while the bus is in motion due to legal regulations.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited on the vehicle.
- Please refrain from standing up while the vehicle is in motion.
- If you accidentally leave any belongings on the vehicle, please be aware that they will be disposed of.
- Please personally take responsibility for your valuables.
Note: These guidelines are provided to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Thank you for your cooperation.
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)
