Kumamoto Musashi Tour: All About Legendary Swordsman Miyamoto Musashi
1. This tour takes a deep dive into the life of Miyamoto Musashi, a legendary swordsman said to have been undefeated in 60 duels!
2. Head to the cave where Miyamoto Musashi retreated and wrote about swordsmanship and martial arts in general in The Book of Five Rings.
3. Visit…
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Kumamoto Samurai Experience Tour (4-Hour Charter Plan)
This tour lets customers learn about the Japanese spirit in Kumamoto, where the samurai history and tradition from a few hundred years ago remains palpable. This is limited to 1 group (2-4 people) per day. The tour is guided by a National Government Licensed Gu…
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[Virtual Tour] Kumamoto a great Samurai city of Japanese culture
1. Experience a Kumamoto tour of a compact castle town with several hundred years of samurai history from home.
2. Guest can enjoy the charm of "Kumamoto City" from various perspectives such as Kumamoto…
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Becoming Miyamoto Musashi, the Invincible Samurai in Kumamoto
Undergo a 100-minute plan to learn authentic "laido" (Japanese martial art) from a teacher who inherited the teachings of Miyamoto Musashi. With this plan, you will not only experience being a samurai, but also learn the spirituality of the samurai. At the end, you will receive a “Certificate of…
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"Omotenashi" Service on Kumamoto's Revitalization!! Local Volunteer Tour Guides
The Kumamoto Yokatoko Annainin-no-Kai, a SGG (Systematized Goodwill Guide) Club registered with the JNTO, is a volunteer guide group of more than 80 Kumamoto residents. Each guide has their unique perspective, so you can enjoy a new experience every time you tour the facilities and famous places…
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Make "Higo-Zogan" Accessories
"Higo-Zogan" (inlay metalwork) is a traditional Kumamoto craft. Also known as damascene, the process involves hammering gold and silver leaf into the hollows of a file-like iron plate. In this craft experience, you can choose to make a strap, badge or pendant, then leave the final steps to a sea…
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Kumamoto Samurai Experience Tour (4-Hour Charter Plan)
This tour lets customers learn about the Japanese spirit in Kumamoto, where the samurai history and tradition from a few hundred years ago remains palpable. This is limited to 1 group (2-4 people) per day. The tour is guided by a National Government Licensed Gu…
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Half-day Samurai City Sightseeing in Kumamoto by Tram
Take a tour around a little castle town that retains the history and tradition of samurai from several hundred years ago. At Suizenji Park, look forward to sipping some matcha green tea in a traditional cultural building with a front view of the beautiful strol…
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Kumamoto Tasting Tour: Sushi Restaurant, Izakaya and Bar
Kumamoto is a treasure trove fostered by nature’s blessings such as clean underground water, the Aso mountains, and the Amakusa Sea. Look forward to tasting exceptionally fresh sushi made with seafood caught from Ariake Sea and Amakusa-Nada Sea. Enjoy Izakaya e…
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[Virtual Tour] Kumamoto a great Samurai city of Japanese culture
1. Experience a Kumamoto tour of a compact castle town with several hundred years of samurai history from home.
2. Guest can enjoy the charm of "Kumamoto City" from various perspectives such as Kumamoto…
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Fruit-Picking Experience
To eat your fill of fruit, come to Kumamoto, an agricultural powerhouse! Depending on the season, you can experience picking a variety of fruit at Yuhoen Farmland. These include Japanese pears (early Aug. to early Oct.), grapes (mid-Aug. to late Sept.), mandarin oranges and persimmons (late Sept…
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Kumamoto Lake, Kumamoto City Tour by Bicycle
Take a guided tour around Suizenji Ezuko Park, a symbol of Kumamoto, the "Land of Water"! On this tour, go cycling around Lake Ezu and experience the precious underground water Kumamoto takes pride in.Only Sunrise Tours offers a tour via rental bicycle aroun…
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Kumamoto Musashi Tour: All About Legendary Swordsman Miyamoto Musashi
1. This tour takes a deep dive into the life of Miyamoto Musashi, a legendary swordsman said to have been undefeated in 60 duels!
2. Head to the cave where Miyamoto Musashi retreated and wrote about swordsmanship and martial arts in general in The Book of Five Rings.
3. Visit…
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Ride in a Rickshaw Dressed in a Kimono or Yukata
With a reservation, you can also depart from Wakura by rickshaw. Dressed in your lovely kimono, ride in style through Kumamoto's old townscape!
COVID Prevention Strategies
Air purifiers, hand sanitizer, a non-contact thermometer, a thermogate, and masks are used.
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Make Ikinari-Dango
Experience making Kumamoto's famous Ikinari-Dango at Ikinariya Watanabe, acclaimed for its piping-hot sweet potatoes and red bean paste. Use a hand-sized rolling pin to spread out the dough, wrap the potato and bean paste inside, and it's done! Eat it there or take it out.
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