SHINKI BUS CO.,LTD.

Katana Workshop & Himeji Castle

【Product Code】
7201-2501
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The Highlight

Explore the rich history of Himeji area on a one-day deluxe bus tour from Kyoto, featuring the Katana swordsmith worksop and Himeji Castle, the UNESCO World Heritage site. The journey begins with a comfortable ride on a deluxe bus designed for relaxation, offering a selection of comprimentary drinks and snacks. First, visit a traditional Katana workshop for an authentic sword-making demonstration located in the suburb of Himeji. Then continue to Himeji and enjoy a delicious lunch at a renowned local sake brewery. Later, an experienced English-speaking local guide will lead you through the breathtaking Himeji Castle, showcasing its traditional architecture and samurai history. After a memorable day, we will accompany you by our bus to Himeji Station and provide you with a train ticket to return to Kyoto or Osaka on your own (train tickets are included in the tour price).

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Minimum number of travelers 2 person/people Tour Conductor accompany
Number of Included Meals Breakfast 0 times　・　lunch 1 times　・　Dinner 0 times Local staff None
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"*Reservations are required at least one week in advance.
- The tour will be proceeded even if it rains. (In case of a severe weather such as a typhoon, we will notify you about the situation.)
- The deluxe bus is operated by Shinki Kanko Co., Ltd..
- An English-speaking atteddant will be accompanied on the tour.
- All admission fees and experience costs are included in the tour price."

Tour Itinerary

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"*Our well-trained bus attendant will accompany you on this tour.
*The attendant will serve complimentary drinks, alcohol and non-alcohol, on the bus.
*The bus is equipped with a service counter and ar restroom with the heated seat.
*The travel schedule may change depending on weather conditions and traffic congestion, etc. on the day. Please note in advance.
*We will make a 20-minute rest stop every 2 hours by law if the trip exceeds 500km long a day.
*We recommend that you bring your health insurance card, just in case."

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The price in the calendar is the travel price per adult.
Children tour rate is the same as the adult one.

Important Booking Information

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・Please arrive 10 minutes at the meeting point before departure time.
・A bus attendant will serve complimentary drinks on the bus.

Important Booking Information
"*Alcoholic beverages will only be served to participants 20 years of age or older. Non-alcoholic beverages will be served to participants under 20 years of age.
*There will be a lot of walking during the tour. We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes.
*Please note that our bus will not wait for you if you are late at the meetiong point. And you will not be able to join the tour midway.
*Only one large piece of luggage (20-23 kg) per person can fit in the bus trunk. Please bring a small bag to your seat.
*Only those who can climb and descend the bus stairs and reach your seat on their own are eligible to join the tour.
*After Himeji Castle visit or Ieshima Island visit, you will be taken by bus to Himeji Station. You will then be given a train ticket for your trip to Kyoto or Osaka(included in the price)."

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