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Okayama & Kurashiki Full Day Tour
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Okayama & Kurashiki Full Day Tour

by JTB Global Marketing & Travel

7h 40m
Okayama
€142.39/person
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Prices for Sat 14 Nov

You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time) In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to request a full refund
  • Admission to attractions
  • English-speaking guide
  • Round-trip transfers
  • Kakushi Sushi Making Experience & Lunch

Not included: Other personal expenses

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Overview

Embark on an unforgettable day trip to discover the hidden charms of Okayama and Kurashiki, guided by a National Government Licensed English-speaking expert. You'll explore Okayama Korakuen, one of Japan's "Three Great Gardens," and wander through the picturesque Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter. This tour offers flexibility with your choice of a plan including a unique "Kakushi Sushi" making and tasting experience for lunch, or a plan without lunch for more freedom. Convenient departure and arrival options are available, including round-trips from Osaka, Okayama, or Kyoto, as well as one-way journeys from Osaka or Kyoto to Hiroshima, allowing you to tailor the trip to your itinerary. Enjoy comfortable Shinkansen travel and immerse yourself in Japan's rich history and unique culture.

Highlights

Take a thorough tour of Korakuen, one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan, and Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter
At Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, tour the iconic Inoue House and enjoy exploring the traditional townscape
Choose between a plan with the "Kakushi Sushi" making experience and lunch, or a plan without lunch for more flexibility
Choose from various starting points (Okayama, Osaka, Kyoto) and even one-way options to Hiroshima
Explore on foot and by local train for an eco-friendly and immersive experience

What's included

Admission to attractions
English-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers
Kakushi Sushi Making Experience & Lunch

What's not included

Other personal expenses

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 24 hours' notice.

Additional info

Up to 10 travelers
Please select a travel date
[Departure] 09:20, meet up at Momotaro Tourist Information Center. Meet your guide holding a JTB Sunrise Tours sign in front of Momotaro Tourist Information Center, JR Okayama Station 2F. You may meet up with fellow travelers from Osaka and Kyoto. Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded. Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time [Attraction/experience] 09:30, 4 min(s), Tram Ride, Hop on the charming Okayama Electric Tramway at Okayama Station! After a quick 4-minute ride to Shiroshita Station, walk to Okayama Korakuen Garden [Attraction/experience] Shiroshita Station [Transportation] By walking [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s), Guided tour, Okayama Korakuen Garden, One of the Three Great Gardens of Japan. The neighboring Okayama Castle is also known as "Crow Castle" due to its black exterior, and is quite spectacular when viewed from across the garden [Transportation] By walking [Attraction/experience] 4 min(s), Shiroshita Station, Take the tram from Shiroshita Station to Okayama Station [Attraction/experience] Okayama Station, After arriving at Okayama Station, you'll have a sushi-making experience nearby [Attraction/experience] 11:45, 1 hour(s) 25 min(s), Guided tour, Kakushi Sushi Making Experience, Experience Japanese cuisine by crafting your own seafood Chirashi sushi on our hands-on tour. Arrange fresh sashimi, seafood, and colorful vegetables on sushi rice [Dining] Lunch, Kibizen, For lunch at the Japanese restaurant Kibizen in Hotel Granvia Okayama, savor the Chirashi sushi you created during your sushi-making experience, alongside other gourmet cuisine from the Okayama region [Attraction/experience] Okayama Station, After lunch, you will return to Okayama Station and take a public train to Kurashiki Station [Transportation] By train [Attraction/experience] Okayama Kurashiki Station [Transportation] By walking [Attraction/experience] 30 min(s), Guided tour, Inoue Family Residence, The Inoue House is one of the largest, most iconic townhouses in the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter. This 300-year-old house was designated as an important cultural property of Japan in 2002 [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s), Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, Enjoy a special time experiencing history and tradition while taking in the riverside scenery, appreciating art at the museum, and touring around charming cafes [Transportation] By walking [Attraction/experience] Okayama Kurashiki Station, Take a public train from Kurashiki Station back to Okayama Station [Transportation] By train [Return] 17:00, at Okayama Station, Tour ends upon arrival at Okayama Station. Please head to your next destination on your own from Okayama Station Day {num} The menu might change depending on the season and availability of ingredients
Children up to 5 years old may join free of charge, but will not be provided with lunch Children aged 12+ will be charged the same rate as adults
Public transportation will be used to move around on this tour in Okayama City and between Okayama–Kurashiki. As all trains have non-reserved seats, please note that seating is not guaranteed The order of activities and arrival times may differ depending on road conditions and congestion at destinations If the Inoue House cannot be entered, the tour will visit the Former Ohara House or the Ohashi House instead For customers with a Japan Rail Pass traveling to Okayama Station, please be sure to board a Shinkansen departing early enough for you to arrive by the meeting time. Customers who do not arrive by the meeting time cannot join the tour.Arriving by 9:15AM at Okayama Station is recommended For lunch, the menu includes kakushi sushi made by customers during the experience, side dish, red miso soup, and dessert For those who would like a lacto-ovo-vegetarian meal (vegetables will be used instead for Kakushi sushi; eggs and dairy products are used in other menu items), please be sure to request at the time of booking. If requests are not provided in advance, same-day changes cannot be accepted Allergy-friendly, halal, gluten-free, and other meal requests are not available. Customers with allergies and those that would like gluten-free meals should reserve the tour without lunch included The total walking distance for this tour is approximately 3 miles Parental permission in writing is necessary for all tour participants under the age of eighteen. Any participant under the age of fifteen or not yet enrolled in middle school must be joined by a parent or guardian on the tour. What to wear Walking shoes Accessibility This activity is stroller-friendly
The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

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