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Offered languages
- Japanese
- English
- French
This health-conscious walking tour promotes sustainable tourism while exploring the best of Himeji. In the morning, a multilingual guide will lead you through Himeji Castle, highlighting its architecture, art, and defensive strategies. You’ll also discover how Edo-period society embraced sustainability, offering valuable lessons for today.
For lunch, indulge in Himeji’s culinary specialties, such as ramen or yakiniku, to savor the region’s distinct flavors.
In the afternoon, the “Senba and Josai District Walking Tour” takes you through historic buildings and craft workshops from the Edo and Meiji eras. Stroll along streets steeped in history, experience traditional craftsmanship, and connect with the area’s rich cultural heritage.
While primarily a walking tour, minivan transportation is available upon request.
This tour celebrates Himeji’s charm while fostering environmental and cultural sustainability. By joining, you’ll create lasting memories and support the local economy.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
At the central ticket gate of JR Himeji Station, holding a sign of our company at the meeting time. At the end of the tour, we will drop you off at the nearest station or your accommodation.
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Itinerary
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1
Our guide will lead you from the central ticket gate of Himeji Station to the observation deck, explaining the location of the castle’s outer moat, and the tour will begin.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Our certified guide will lead you on foot from the observation deck to the Otemon Gate, guiding you along the main street of the Edo period.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Tickets will be purchased at the Himeji Castle ticket booth (depending on crowd conditions, tickets may be purchased in advance by our company). After entering, a certified guide will provide a detailed tour of the castle (in English or Chinese).
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
4
After lunch, take a stroll through the Senba area on the west side of Himeji Castle and experience traditional craft making.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
5
Visit Senba Betsuin Hontokuji, built over 300 years ago, and explore its main hall and the imperial quarters where Emperor Meiji once stayed.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6
Experience traditional crafts with gold leaf workshop under the guidance of a craftsman with a 240-year heritage, once serving the lords of Himeji Castle. Enjoy this unique and rare opportunity found only here. You can choose in advance between a gold leaf workshop or an indigo dyeing experience.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
7
Step into the charming world of “Wata-ya,” an indigo dyeing workshop run by Mr. Zenbei Sawada, a descendant of Tokichi Sawada, who began his cotton business in 1880. Experience the art of indigo dyeing in a historic house built in 1921, and immerse yourself in this unique and unforgettable tradition. You can choose in advance between a gold leaf workshop or an indigo dyeing experience.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If you plan to bring a stroller or assistance animals, please make sure to contact us in advance so we can make the necessary arrangements.
- The itinerary primarily involves walking inside Himeji Castle, but transportation by car is also possible for other parts of the tour. If you wish to include car travel, please be sure to consult with us in advance.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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