If you are a fan of samurai culture and history, this is it!
Mito City, the central part of Ibaraki Prefecture, is a must-go place for Samurai funs. Having prospered as the seat of the Mito Tokugawa, here you can learn about samurai culture from various aspects.
VIsit Kodokan, Japan's largest clan school, enjoy an authentic martial arts experience at Mito Tobukan and relax at Kairakuen. Take a look at various precious treasures that have been handed down over centuries at Tokugawa Museum. Make your own lantern with Washi (Japanese paper).
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ In-vehicle air conditioning
✔ Tea and coffee
✔ All fees and/or taxes
✖ Lunch
Departure & Return
Departure:
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Please meet at "Yaesu Central Entrance".
Your guide will be waiting for you.
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
1
Tokyo
After meeting at Tokyo Station, you will move to Mito Station by train.
Then, you will move to Kodokan by taxi.
Duration: 1.6666666666667 hours
2
Kodokan
At Kodokan, you will understand how and what samurai studied back in the days through the well-preserved structure and documents from the time.
Duration: 55 minutes
3
Mito Tokbukan
At Mito Tobukan, you will have an authentic martial arts experience. Watch the performance of the masters. Join martial arts training and get an idea of how samurais learned and trained!
Duration: 60 minutes
4
The Tokugawa Museum
At the Tokugawa Museum, you will learn about Mito Tokugawa clan. Take a look at various precious treasures that have been handed douwn over centuries.
Duration: 55 minutes
5
Kairakuen Park
Kairakuen Garden is one of the three great gardens of Japan.
At Kobun-tei, enjoy a coffee break.
Duration: 1.3333333333333 hours
6
Suzuki Lantern
At Suzumo Chochin, you will learn about suifu chochin (lantern) and enjoy making one of your own.
Duration: 1.5 hours
7
Mito
From Suzuki Lantern, you will take a taxi to Mito Station.
From Mito Station, you will take a train to go back to Tokyo Station.
Duration: 1.3333333333333 hours
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
