A Walk into Samurai History & Traditional Lunch
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Port
Akita, Japan
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$199.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 6½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
Feel the centuries unfold as you stroll through the wide streets and large courtyards of the Kakunodate Samurai District, once the home of 80 samurai and their families.
Established in 1620, Kakunodate is acclaimed as one of the best examples of Samurai architecture and housing in the country. Here, you'll find a number of centuries-old gardens and houses, including the Aoyagi Samurai House -- one of the best-preserved Samurai manor houses of its kind in Japan. Today, this open-air museum features a main house, armory, antique museum, café, gift shop and a beautiful garden.
Another impressive building is Ishiguro House, the current home of Samurai descendants. You'll be welcomed inside to view a collection of Samurai clothing and armor, as well as some drawings and artwork.
Once you've experienced the home life of the Samurai, you'll depart for lunch and have some free time before you return to the pier.
Notes:
Not advisable for guests using a wheelchair or for those with mobility limitations. Terrain includes gravel paths at Kakunodate Samurai houses. You must remove your shoes when entering Samurai houses and at the lunch venue. Tour order may vary.