Day Trip MIHO Museum and Shigaraki from Kyoto by Private Car

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Experience the best of Japanese art and culture with a private tour from Kyoto to the MIHO MUSEUM and Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Centre. Explore stunning artworks, traditional ceramics, and breathtaking landscapes in one unforgettable journey. We will provide a private car with a driver, in addition to a nationally licensed guide. Enjoy the art and traditional crafts on this exceptional tour.

What's Included

National licensed guide
Private car
Admission fee
Hotel pick up
apx. 15-25 USD per person
Personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The guide will be waiting for you at your hotel lobby with your name sign. Please inform about your pick up details in advance.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    This museum was designed by architect Ioeh Ming Pei and houses approximately 3,000 pieces of Japanese antiquity and ancient art from around the world along the Silk Road. The museum's theme is "a fusion of nature, buildings, and works of art," and one of its features is that approximately 80% of the museum building is buried underground.

    2 hours 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2

    The Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Centre, located in Shigaraki, Japan, is a facility dedicated to the study, preservation, and promotion of Shigaraki ceramics. Shigaraki is one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns, known for its traditional pottery with a history that dates back over 1,200 years.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3

    The Shigaraki Sansaku Walking Street, often referred to simply as "Sansaku," is a charming and picturesque area in Shigaraki, Japan. It is known for its traditional atmosphere and rich connection to the region's pottery heritage. Here’s what makes it special.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Tanuki Mura, or "Tanuki Village," is a popular attraction in Shigaraki, Japan, known for its playful and whimsical focus on tanuki, a mythical creature in Japanese folklore. Tanuki are often depicted as shape-shifting, fun-loving animals with a penchant for trickery and magical abilities. Here’s what you can expect at Tanuki Mura.

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
  • The itinerary might be changed due to weather condition or other reasons.
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Cancellation Policy

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

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