Kakunodate: Feel the samurai era back in the 17th century
What we'll do
Enjoy strolling about under cherry blossoms in spring and in autumn colorful leaves in 400 years old samurai town. You can actually go inside a house and witness how samurais lived in the past.
At the sake brewery taste various kinds of sake and see the meticulous process how to brew them.
Meeting Place
Your guide will meet you at the Akita station.
Details
- Price per person (tax included)
- 5,500 JPY - / person
- Max participants
- Up to 8 people
- Languages
- Hosted in English
- Things you need to know before the tour
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The tour fee is for the guiding only.
The minimum number of participants are four.
The transportation fee may differ up to the number of participants.
Route
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1Kakunodate Samurai District
The area is designated as a Historically Significant Traditional Buildings Preservation Area. Stroll along streets in the samurai town structure preserved since 1620. We visit samurai high-ranking houses of Ishiguro and Aoyagi families.
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2Dakigaeri keikoku Gorge
The most beautiful gorge of North-eastern Japan. It is characterized by a deep valley and distinctive blue river. Especially in fall the contrast between colorful leaves and the blue water draw many visitors every year.
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3Suzuki Sake Brewery
Suzuki sake brewery has more than 330 years of history. The detailed sake making process is explained looking at tools and facilities. At the end of visit enjoy various kinds of sake at the brewery.
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5,500 JPY - / person