Enjoy the atmosphere of Takehara the little Kyoto in Hiroshima
Takehara has been called Hiroshima’s "Little Kyoto.” The townscape, which has been selected as one of Japan's Preservation Districts for Groups of Historic Building, offers a sense of serenity and relaxed passage of time. This tour, on which you’ll learn about and taste locally produced salt and sake, will let you enjoy an atmosphere different from that of the city center.
You can also experience the Japanese art of “ikebana (flower arrangement)” and enjoy the view of the Seto Inland Sea from the train.
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Stop At: Hiroshima, Japan
The meeting place is in front of the entrance of Hiroshima Station General Information Center at 9:25 in the morning.
Take the express bus “Kaguyahime-go” from JR Hiroshima Station to Takehara Michino-eki (Roadside Station) (About 60 min.).Walk to Takehara Historical District (About 5 min.)
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Old Kasai House, 1-9-11 Hommachi, Takehara 725-0022 Hiroshima Prefecture
Learn how to produce Takehara’s salt at the old Kasai family house.
Takehara flourished as a salt producing town. You will learn about the origins of salt production from a number of documents that still exist today.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: 茶寮一会 -ICHIE-, 3-chōme-10-34 Honmachi, Takehara, Hiroshima 725-0022, Japan
Lunch at Saryo ICHIE, having “Aji-iroiro Masuya” made Shokado-style bento and taste 3 kinds of local sake.
After learning about salt production, you’ll enjoy lunch in a private room with a view of the city of Takehara, where you will enjoy a Shokado bento box filled with dishes using Takehara’s salt, as well as local ingredients grown in Takehara and local Taoshita beef.
After lunch, you’ll taste three kinds of local sake brewed in Takehara. Please enjoy comparing the three styles of sake, each with its own unique flavor.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Saihoji Temple, 3-10-44 Honmachi, Takehara 725-0022 Hiroshima Prefecture
Ikebana flower arrangement at Saihoji Temple.
After lunch, visit Saiho-ji Temple, which offers a panoramic view of the city of Takehara. The view of the sea, mountains, and ancient Japanese houses blended with the present is a view that can only be experienced at Saiho-ji Temple. Here you can experience the Japanese art of ikebana. Come and experience flower arrangement with your teacher.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Takehara Townscape Preservation Area, Takeharamachi Kamiichi Shimoichi, Takehara 725-0022 Hiroshima Prefecture
Explore the Takehara Historical District.
Takehara, Hiroshima’s “Little Kyoto,” has preserved its old townscape. You will stroll with a guide through the atmospheric town as if you had time-traveled back to Japan’s old days.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Takehara Station, 1 Chome-1 Central, Takehara, Hiroshima 725-0026, Japan
Local train from JR Takehara Station to JR Mihara Station.
After Takehara, head to the neighboring city of Mihara. The train will take you to Mihara, where you can enjoy the view of the sea and islands unique to the Setouchi area from the train window. On the way, there are sections of the tracks that seem to run on the sea, so enjoy the ride.
Duration: 50 minutes
Stop At: Ruins of Mihara Castle, Mihara Hiroshima Prefecture
Daruma doll face painting (optional) or visit Mihara castle ruins near JR Mihara Station.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: HIROSHIMA STATION, 1-２番３７号 Matsubarachō, Minami Ward, Hiroshima, 732-0822, Japan
Shinkansen from JR Mihara Station to JR Hiroshima Station and finish the tour.
On the way back, you’ll take the Shinkansen to JR Hiroshima Station for an easy ride!
Duration: 40 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"
Horário de Início:
10:00 AM
Duração: 8 Hours
Ponto de partida: Hiroshima Tourist Information, 1 Matsubaracho, Minami Ward, Hiroshima, 732-0822, Japan
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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