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Temple & Local Life Walking Tour with a Monk near Kyoto

Temple & Local Life Walking Tour with a Monk near Kyoto

Just one hour from Kyoto, this immersive cultural experience takes you to the quieter shores of Lake Biwa, where daily life has long been shaped by water, faith, and the changing s…

Approx. 420 minutesView on Viator →
Private Temple Tour and Historical Town Walk near Kyoto

Private Temple Tour and Historical Town Walk near Kyoto

Visit a community temple with over 700 years of history and learn directly from a Buddhist monk about local life and experience everyday rituals that continue today. This is not a…

Approx. 190 minutesView on Viator →
Lake Biwa and Nagahama Cycling Rental from Maibara

Lake Biwa and Nagahama Cycling Rental from Maibara

Start your cycling journey from Maibara Station, a convenient hub served by the Shinkansen. Rent a bicycle and explore the beautiful Lake Biwa area at your own pace. Ride through t…

Approx. 480 minutesView on Viator →
Lake Biwa Day Trip by Taxi Mt Ibuki and Chikubushima Cruise

Lake Biwa Day Trip by Taxi Mt Ibuki and Chikubushima Cruise

Experience the natural beauty and spiritual heritage of the Lake Biwa region on this self-guided day trip from Nagahama. Travel by taxi to scenic locations, including Mt. Ibuki, wh…

Approx. 405 minutesView on Viator →
Shiga: Discover the Living Tradition of Shigaraki Pottery

Shiga: Discover the Living Tradition of Shigaraki Pottery

Delve into the rich tradition of Shigaraki ware, one of Japan's revered ceramic arts, on a guided two-hour tour in Shiga Prefecture. Begin at the Shigaraki Ceramic Cultural Park an…

Approx. 120 minutesView on Viator →
Shiga: Explore the Secret World of Koka Ninja

Shiga: Explore the Secret World of Koka Ninja

Explore the fascinating world of Japan's ninja on a guided tour of Koka, the birthplace of the Koka-ryu ninja. This immersive journey takes you through the Koka-ryu Ninjutsu Yashik…

Approx. 150 minutesView on Viator →

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