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A traditional Japanese street with tiled roofs and a clear blue sky. 1
A traditional Japanese torii gate leading to a shrine surrounded by lush greenery. 2
A traditional Japanese stone tower with a clock, surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden fence. 3
A traditional wooden bridge leading to a temple gate with stone pillars and a mountainous backdrop. 4
A pathway with red torii gates leading through a forest. 5

Step into Old Japan – Izushi Samurai Town Tour

By R-voyage
Free cancellation available
Price is $153 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Izushi Castle Ruins – Scenic remains of a historic samurai castle.
  • Sake Brewery – Taste traditional Japanese sake in a local brewery.
  • Eirakukan Theater – Japan’s oldest playhouse, full of cultural charm.

Activity location

    • Toyooka
    • Toyooka, Hyogo, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Toyooka
    • Toyooka, Hyogo, Japan

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Step into Old Japan – Izushi Samurai Town Tour

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English
Starting time: 10:00AM
Price details
$153.28 x 1 Adult$153.28
Total
Price is $153.28
Until Thu, Jul 23

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guide fee
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Transportation by car

What you can expect

Step back in time and explore the historic samurai town of Izushi in Hyogo!
Your journey begins at the Izushi Castle Ruins, offering beautiful views and a glimpse into Japan’s feudal past. Continue to the Izushi Karo Yashiki (Samurai Residence) and the iconic Shinkoro Clock Tower, the town’s proud symbol.
Next, visit the Izushi Meiji Hall and the peaceful Shokyo-ji Temple, rich in culture and tradition.
Enjoy a taste of local sake at a traditional brewery, then learn more about the area’s deep history at the Izushi History Museum and the Hideout of Katsura Kogoro, one of Japan’s most famous samurai reformers.
The tour concludes at Eirakukan, Japan’s oldest playhouse, and the Toyooka City Museum – Kiyonaga Ito Memorial Hall, celebrating local art and heritage.
A perfect journey through history, culture, and the timeless charm of Izushi!

Location

Activity location

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    • Toyooka
    • Toyooka, Hyogo, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Toyooka
    • Toyooka, Hyogo, Japan