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[Otsu, Shiga] Visit the castle town of Zeze on the Tokaido road ~ A trip to experience Roka Sensuisou and Zeze ware ~

Japan-Kyoto , Shiga , Otsu , Lake Biwa
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Duration:1 day(s)
Free cancellation 8 day(s) prior to experience date
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  1. A historical stroll through the castle town of Zeze on the Tokaido
  2. Experience Matcha and Japanese sweets in Zeze ware
  3. Visit the villa of Japanese painter Shunkyo Yamamoto, Roka Sensuiso
  4. A special tour of the Zeze Domain Archives, which is closed to the public except on certain days
  5. A path that traces the remains of castles and gates from the past
[5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

Sightseeing Tours

Tour TypeSmall Group
Transportation methodGet there on your own
Minimum participant requirement1 traveler
Tour typesGuided tour
Meal arrangementWith Snacks
Sightseeing typeMuseum tour, City walking tour, Japanese castles, Historic site tour
TransportWalking

Product Info

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1. A historical stroll through the castle town of Zeze on the Tokaido road. Learn about Zeze, a place where castles and roads intersected, from its topography and remains.
2. Enjoy matcha green tea and Japanese sweets in Zeze ware. Enjoy matcha green tea and Japanese sweets in Zeze ware, beloved by tea masters.
3. Visit the villa "Roka Sensuisou" of Japanese painter Yamamoto Shunkyo. This lakeside villa was designed by Yamamoto Shunkyo, a representative painter of the Japanese art world. Visit a space filled with aesthetic sense, where architecture, gardens, and borrowed scenery are in harmony.
4. Feel the story that connects Zeze ware and Yamamoto Shunkyo Yamamoto Shunkyo worked hard to revive Zeze ware. You can see Zeze ware vessels painted by Shunkyo and related materials at the museum.
5. Special tour of the "Zose Domain Reference Room," which is closed to the public except on certain days. You can take a special look at materials and models related to the castle town and domain government, even on days other than the usual opening hours.
6. Receive a "Zose Castle Seal" as a memento of your trip. You will be given a seal associated with Zeze Castle. Please take it home as a memento of your historical walk.
*If you are participating with two or more people, you can change to a castle seal of a different castle.

Purchase Notice

This tour is on a request basis.
After submitting your application, we will contact you within 3 business days to let you know whether or not your request can be carried out.
*Please note that we may not be able to accommodate your desired date.
■ For this tour, we do not send travel documents or the final itinerary by mail. Please check the "Reservation Details" link in the reservation confirmation email for information on the day (final itinerary).
・The facilities visited may change due to holidays or closures.
・Please wear comfortable walking shoes and clothing.
- Please bring drinks to stay hydrated. - Please bring a hat, parasol, and rain gear depending on the weather.

Reminders

  • For this tour, we do not send travel documents or the final itinerary by mail. Please check the "Reservation Details" link in the reservation confirmation email for information on the day (final itinerary).

  • If there are two or more people participating, you can change the second and subsequent stamps to castle seals of different castles.

  • The facilities visited may change due to holidays or closures.

  • The event will be held rain or shine. Please bring your own rain gear.

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
  • Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
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  • 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 the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

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