Half-Day Inuyama Castle and Town Tour with Guide

4.2
(5 reviews)

6 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Take a trip to the outskirts of Nagoya and see Inuyama Castle, one of Japan's five castles with National Treasure structures, along with a National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter.

Customers on this tour will use public transportation and learn more about the history, culture, and way of life of the local people. As this is a half-day tour, it is recommended for those staying in Nagoya for sightseeing or business trips, and those who plan on going to Takayama, Kyoto, Tokyo, or other places after the tour.

What's Included

Round-trip transportation expenses
All Fees and Taxes
English Speaking Guide
Inuyama Castle admission
Transportation expenses to the meeting location
Food & Drink

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The Tourism Information Center is located inside a large hallway with shops, which connects the two main exits of the station. Your guide will be waiting in front of the Tourist Information Center holding a welcome board with your name.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    This castle was constructed in 1537 and survived throughout wartime to become one of the country's five castles designated as a National Treasure. The castle keep is built in the borogata, or lookout tower, style and has four-story-keep three-roof construction with two underground levels. It is the oldest castle of this style in Japan. Sanko Inari Shrine is a historical shrine located at the base of the castle hill. There are many popular photo spots here. Taking some pictures at the tunnel of red torii gates, the symbol of the shrine, is recommended.

    4 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Enjoy strolling around the town freely. The layout of this historical town was determined during the building of Inuyama Castle and these districts remain unchanged even today. With the samurai district surrounding the townspeople district, this layout was designed to protect the castle as well. There are rows of shops selling dango dumplings, tofu dengaku (grilled tofu dressed with sweet miso paste), and goheimochi (rice cake), as well as art galleries and miscellaneous goods shops. On weekends, an area where visitors can experience throwing ninja shuriken (throwing stars) is opened. Those who wish may visit the Karakuri Exhibition Room or the Donden-Kan where Inuyama Festival can be experienced year-round.

    2 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Rail Tours
Walking Tours
Small Group

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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