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Cancellations 8 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free；For cancellations made 2 to 7 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply；For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 40% will apply；For cancellations made 0 to 0 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply；Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.

Age requirement: 12 to 99 years old；Clothing and items: The event will proceed in the rain, so please be sure to bring rain gear (raincoat, rain poncho, etc.). Umbrellas and parasols cannot be used in the reserved seating area.；Duration: Approx. 6 hours 30 minutes；Minimum number of participants: 5 people

[Shiga/Otsu] Otsu Festival Main Festival Premium Tour - Enjoy the Hikiyama Procession from Machiya Viewing and Reserved Seating -

Japan-Shiga , Otsu

Booking confirmed 1 day(s) after ordering

Duration:1 day(s)

Guided language: Japanese

Free cancellation 8 day(s) prior to experience date

Morning | View the procession from the 'Terada Residence' machiya, accompanied by matcha hospitality
Afternoon | Stroll through the post town and enjoy the 'karakuri' (mechanical puppet) performances from reserved seating

[5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

Sightseeing Tours

Tour Type	Shared tour
Transportation method	Transfer from meeting point
Departure Time	Late Departure (After 9 am)
Minimum participant requirement	5 travelers
Tour types	Guided tour
Meal arrangement	Lunch included, With Snacks
Additional service & facility	Transfer included
Seasonal	Summer Festival
Sightseeing type	City walking tour, Historic site tour
Transport	Walking

Product Info

A full day enjoying the main festival, morning and afternoon, from the best seats in a historic machiya and reserved viewing areas 'Otsu Festival,' one of the three major festivals in the Lake Biwa region, is held in 'Otsu-juku,' which flourished as the largest post town on the Tokaido road during the Edo period. This special tour allows you to fully enjoy the main festival from two different perspectives in the morning and afternoon. In the morning, you will watch the passing Hikiyama procession from the second floor of the historic 'Terada Residence' machiya, accompanied by matcha and sweets. After lunch, you will stroll through the bustling Otsu-juku town with a guide, and in the afternoon, you will watch the impressive Hikiyama 'karakuri' (mechanical puppet) performances up close from reserved seating. * For more information about the Otsu Festival, please visit the official website of the Otsu Festival Hikiyama Federation. ◎ Highlights of this tour Enjoy a panoramic view of the procession from the prime seats on the second floor of the 'Terada Residence' machiya. Watch the passing Hikiyama floats from a charming traditional house. Experience matcha and Japanese sweets. A relaxing and luxurious moment during the festival. Guided tour of the Otsu-juku town by a Hikiyama guide. Walk through the streets that still retain the atmosphere of the old post town. Watch the 'karakuri' performances from reserved seating. See the incredible skills performed on top of the Hikiyama floats up close. Lunch included ~Itinerary~ (9:30) Meet at Otsu Station Tourist Information Center ~ (10:15) Watch the passing Hikiyama procession from the 2nd floor of the Terada Residence (Matcha served) ~ (12:00) Lunch (Unagi Kinshi-don bento) ~ (13:30) Stroll through the bustling Otsu-juku town with a guide ~ (14:00) Move to the Old Tokaido reserved seating area (14:30 - 15:45) Watch the Hikiyama karakuri performances up close ~ (15:45) Viewing ends ~ (16:00) Transfer to Otsu Station and dismiss
Morning | View the procession from the 'Terada Residence' machiya, accompanied by matcha hospitality
Watch the passing Hikiyama procession from the prime seats on the second floor of the charming, historic Terada Residence. During the festival, enjoy a relaxing and luxurious time while tasting matcha and Japanese sweets. It is a special experience unique to Otsu-juku, where the atmosphere of the old post town remains.
Afternoon | Stroll through the post town and enjoy the 'karakuri' (mechanical puppet) performances from reserved seating
After lunch, an experienced guide will explain the highlights and history of the festival in an easy-to-understand manner. You will stroll through the bustling Otsu-juku town and delve deeper into its charm. In the afternoon, you will watch the powerful 'karakuri' (mechanical puppet) performances on the Hikiyama floats from the comfort of your reserved seat.

Purchase Notice

Regarding cancellations:

The event may be canceled in case of severe weather.

Notes for participants:

■ This tour includes segments that involve steep stairs and long-distance walking. Please consider this carefully if you have concerns about your mobility or physical stamina. ■ We do not mail travel documents or final itineraries for this tour. Please check your final itinerary via the 'Booking Details' link provided in your booking confirmation email.

Other special notes:

For those who have already purchased reserved seating This tour includes reserved seating. If you have already purchased tickets for reserved seating, please enter your ticket reservation number (beginning with R) in the remarks section when booking. The cost of the tickets you purchased will be refunded at a later date.

Reminders

Age requirement: 12 to 99 years old
Clothing and items: The event will proceed in the rain, so please be sure to bring rain gear (raincoat, rain poncho, etc.). Umbrellas and parasols cannot be used in the reserved seating area.
Duration: Approx. 6 hours 30 minutes
Minimum number of participants: 5 people

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations 8 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
For cancellations made 2 to 7 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 40% will apply
For cancellations made 0 to 0 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply

NOTE

Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.

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