Ouchijuku 6hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle

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6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

This tour is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Ouchijuku in a private vehicle accompanied by a government-licensed and
experienced multilingual guide! You will meet your guide near Aizu-Wakamtsu Station and go to the Ouchijuku area by a private vehicle.

If there's a place where you can feel the charms of ancient Japan and experience the ancient Japanese way of life, it's Ouchijuku. This small village of picturesque thatched-roof houses hidden among forested mountains in Fukushima Prefecture is so perfectly preserved you'll feel like you traveled back in time to the period of samurai.

Note*: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

What's Included

Private vehicle
Customizable Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list'
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under 'What to Expect.'

Meeting and pickup

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

Your guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel in the Aizu-wakamatsu area or your preferred location around Aizu-Wakamatsu Station. It takes about 1 hour from Aizu Wakamatsu to Ouchijuku Area. Please use email for any communication before the tour.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Your will meet your guide at Aizu-Walamatsu Station and go to Ouchijuku by a private vehicle. It takes about 1 hour from Aizu-Wakamatsu to Ouchijuku area.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    The “Ouchi-juku Machinami Tenjikan,” which renovated the honjin (inn for government officials) from the inn town period and displaying historical materials. When you enter the building, there is a lit hearth on the floor with smoke floating into the ceiling, and many precious daily goods used during the Edo period are on display. It is a popular facility since you can experience the livelihood of the Edo period. It’s the perfect place to learn about the old way of living in Japan.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Ouchi-juku opened along the Aizu Nishi Kaido route around 1643. It flourished as a base for routes going from Aizu domain to Nikko Kaido and Edo (Tokyo). The most convenient way to reach Ouchi-juku is to use a rental car from Aizuwakamtasu City. Head south on National Route 121 and take the Prefectural Road 329 going along the mountain stream.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Your guide will take you back to Aizu-Wakamatsu Station by a private vehicle.

    1 minute • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Japan Guide Agency

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Cancellation Policy

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

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