Walking Private Tour to Chichibu from Seibu-Chichibu Station

8 hours 20 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Chichibu One-Day Tour No.3 – Explore the Spirit of Chichibu!

Join us for a unique one-day tour to experience the rich culture and spirituality of Chichibu! Visit the Chichibu Festival Museum, where you’ll discover the vibrant history of one of Japan’s grandest festivals. Then, explore Saikou-ji Temple (No.16 of the Chichibu 34 Kannon Pilgrimage), home to a miniature Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage. Enjoy a scenic stroll, delicious local cuisine, and a relaxing hot spring. A perfect blend of tradition, history, and relaxation awaits you.

What's Included

The fee for the sutra copying, the admission fee to the Festival Museum, are included.
A light dinner is included. Sake and snacks will also be served.
A traditional Japanese lunch is included. A vegan option is also available.
During the sutra copying andor Buddhist image tracing experience, matcha tea will be served.
Private transportation

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The Laview Limited Express departing from Ikebukuro Station at 8:30 AM is scheduled to arrive at Seibu-Chichibu Station at 9:51 AM. We will be waiting for you at the ticket gate of Seibu-Chichibu Station, holding a signboard for the Chichibu Walking Tour.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours 20 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    You will explore the shrine grounds with a guide, learning about the proper way to pay respects at a shrine. You can also try your luck by drawing a omikuji (fortune slip).

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    This is a well-known shrine dedicated to the Dragon God. You will explore it together with a guide.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    You will visit Jigen-ji Temple (Temple No. 13) and Saikou-ji Temple (Temple No. 16) of the Chichibu 34 Kannon Pilgrimage.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Here, you can experience sutra copying, enjoy matcha tea, have lunch, and a light dinner with sake.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 5

    During your free time, you have the option to relax at the natural hot spring Matsuri no Yu.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 6

    Chichibu is famous for its Night Festival, but it is also a city with many other festivals. To learn more about Chichibu’s rich festival culture, we will visit the Festival Museum. Here, you can also learn about the Chichibu Night Festival, which is recognized by UNESCO.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Chichibu Tour Guide!

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Full-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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