Looking for a peaceful escape from the everyday hustle? Discover a hidden gem in Kitakyushu where history, culture, and culinary delight seamlessly blend. Perfect for a relaxing afternoon or a memorable addition to your sightseeing itinerary
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Includes a comb ticket for Kokura Castle and Kokura Castle Gardens
The Highlight
🍵 Step Back in Time: Premium Matcha Affogato & Traditional Dress Experience Just 15 Minutes from Kokura Station
The Experience
✨ Why You'll Love This Experience Savor Our Signature "Matcha Affogato" Indulge in a perfect East-meets-West fusion dessert. We pour warm, premium matcha green tea over rich, creamy gelato for a blissful, melt-in-your-mouth treat you won't soon forget.
Relax in a Restored Edo-Period Garden Enjoy your dessert while taking in the serene, breathtaking beauty of our historically restored Japanese garden. It is the ultimate tranquil setting for an elegant tea time.
【Exclusive Bonus】 Traditional Attire Photo Opportunity Elevate your memories by trying on gorgeous traditional garments! Slip into an elegant Uchikake (outer kimono for women) or a dignified Jimbaori (samurai surcoat for men) and capture stunning, unforgettable photos against the beautiful garden backdrop.
🕒 Experience Details To ensure a relaxing and intimate atmosphere, this experience is strictly limited to one private group per session (up to 4 guests).
Availability: Weekdays only (Monday to Friday)
Time Slots: 10:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00 (Total duration: 60 minutes — includes a 45-minute session plus 15 minutes of preparation. Please choose your preferred starting time slot when booking.)
Location: Just a quick 15-minute trip from Kokura Station, making it incredibly easy to fit into your Kitakyushu travel plans.
Great Value: This activity includes the admission fees for both Kokura Castle Garden and Kokura Castle, allowing you to fully explore the historical grounds!
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guide On-site
- Japanese
Itinerary
- Include: Afternoon Tea
- Please come to the reception desk at Kokura Castle Garden before your reserved time.
- Please select the color of Uchikake or Jinbaori.
- Enjoy taking pictures with your own camera.(10min-20min)
- Please enjoy matcha affogato by pouring the matcha you prepared yourself.
- After the event, please feel free to explore the Kokura Castle Garden and Kokura Castle at your leisure.
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please print and show your voucher at the designated location.
Purchase Notice
📌 Important Information & Booking Reservations: Please select your preferred time slot. Advance reservations are required, and depending on availability or facility operations, we may kindly ask you to adjust your scheduled time.
Age Requirements for Attire: Due to the specific sizing of the Uchikake and Jinbaori, the traditional dress experience is limited to adults (18 years and older). If your companions include children, please consult with us in advance so we can best accommodate your group.
Please Note: This package focuses on the experience itself; therefore, no transportation or interpreter guide services are provided.
Important Booking Information
Voucher Requirement: Please make sure to print out your voucher and bring it with you, as it is required to enter the garden and participate in the experience. We will send the voucher to the email address you provided.
Arrival Time: Please arrive at Kokura Castle Garden at least 5 minutes before your reservation time to ensure a smooth check-in.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 4 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 0 ~ 3 day(s) of departure, Non-refundable (0% refund)
