★National Important Cultural Property Special Permission Viewing★ Visit a temple that holds Important Cultural Properties, and gain exclusive access to the special room, which is typically closed to the public. Furthermore, this tour includes a unique hands-on calligraphy experience.
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The Highlight
- You can see old Japanese houses and how people lived.
- Get into areas usually closed to the public, such as the Shōin (Study) and the Oza no Ma (Honored Guest Room).
- Experience calligraphy, one of the essential elements of Japanese culture.
The Experience
Kitake Residence You can see how a samurai family lived long ago. You can learn about old Japanese architecture at Kitake Residence.
Myojoji Temple Myojoji Temple is a very important temple. The best part is that a Buddhist monk will be your guide! The monk will show you special rooms that most people cannot see. This is a rare and special chance for you.
Calligraphy experience You can have a fun calligraphy experience (writing with a brush). make a mini-hanging scroll under the guidance of a monk! It's a great opportunity to experience Japanese culture.
To finish our tour, we drive back to Kanazawa. If the weather is nice, we will drive on the "Chirihama Nagisa Driveway", where it is permitted drive on the beach! We will see the sunset on the beach, which is a beautiful way to end your amazing day.
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- English
Itinerary
- 10:00/13:00 Meet at Kanazawa Station
- Visit and tour Kitake Residence
- Arrival at Myojoji Temple
- Guided tour by a Buddhist Monk, including the temple grounds, the Shōin, and the Oza-no-ma, which are usually restricted to the public.
- Calligraphy Experience: Create a mini hanging scroll under the guidance of a Monk.
- Special Prayer Ceremony (Gokitō)
- Depart for Kanazawa
- Depart for Kanazawa City If the weather is nice, we will drive on the "Chirihama Nagisa Driveway", where it is permitted drive on the beach
Price Details
How to Use
- Please provide your order number on-site.
Purchase Notice
- Dedicated guide
- Please bring socks
- Please remove your hat inside the temple
Important Booking Information
- Please remove your hat and wear socks inside the temple buildings.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 9 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 7 ~ 8 day(s) of departure, will charge 10%
- Cancel during 5 ~ 6 day(s) of departure, will charge 50%
- Cancel during 0 ~ 4 day(s) of departure, Non-refundable (0% refund)
