• Himeji Castle Otemon Gate - Choose from the exciting activities and sightseeing spots listed below. A perfect day will be crafted for you based on your selections.
• Himeji Castle Hishinomon - Tickets can be obtained at the Himeji Castle ticket booth, or purchased in advance by our company depending on crowd conditions. Once inside, a certified guide will offer a comprehensive tour of the castle in either English or Chinese.
• Koko-en - “Koko-en Garden is a genuine Japanese garden, popular for Himeji sightseeing, featuring the World Heritage Himeji Castle as its ‘borrowed scenery.’”
• Tatsuno - Welcome to Tatsuno, often referred to as the “Little Kyoto of Harima”! Tatsuno Castle Town is rich in history, with charming streets lined with old Karo-mon gates (Chief Retainer’s gates), samurai residences, and soy sauce and koji (malted rice) breweries. A special itinerary will be proposed to allow you to fully enjoy the allure of Tatsuno, tailored to your interests.

Please select a few of the most interesting activities and sightseeing spots from the list below. We will design the perfect day for you based on your preferences.

• Tatsuno City Shoyu no Sato Taisho Roman-kan - “This modern Western-style building retains the charm of the Taisho Roman era and serves as an important historical landmark showcasing the development of Tatsuno’s soy sauce industry. It is registered as a National Tangible Cultural Property, along with the former brewing factory (built in 1915) on the same premises.”
• 井戸糀店 - Ido Koji-ten is a specialty shop dedicated to koji (malted rice), crafted with traditional methods unchanged since its founding. They produce and sell not only koji itself but also homemade original miso, yuzu miso, and amazake, along with other koji-based food products.
• 发酵 LabCoo - Tatsuno is a town where 400-year-old soy sauce breweries still thrive, and its unique fermentation culture continues to flourish. This class offers a complete experience: learning about, tasting, and creating with this local fermentation culture.

Create your own MY Soy Sauce by adding your favorite natural dashi or spices to freshly pressed raw soy sauce. This experience, which includes an explanation of soy sauce ingredients and how it’s made, as well as a soy sauce tasting comparison, is enjoyable for both children and adults. An additional fee applies.

• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Guide
• Parking fees

• Lunch
• Dinner
• Alcoholic beverages
• Bottled water
• Entrance fees

The Full-day tour experience guarantees that a knowledgeable guide will accompany participants throughout the journey. Guests have the option to select a guide who speaks English, Chinese, or Japanese.

The tour begins with a guided exploration of Himeji Castle, where the guide will provide engaging commentary. Following this, visitors can partake in a traditional tea ceremony at the nearby Koko-en Garden if they wish. Lunch will be enjoyed at a chosen restaurant, with options including sushi, Japanese cuisine, or tsukemen.

In the afternoon, the tour proceeds to Tatsuno City, often referred to as “Little Kyoto,” where participants will explore the historic castle town and engage in various activities tailored to their interests. All activities will be chosen and customized through prior email communication.

• Admission fee - Participants may join a soy sauce brewing experience upon request. If you wish to take part, an additional fee of 2,200 yen per person will be required. JPY 2,200 per person

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.