Category: nara

  • Private Family Bike Tour in Nara

    Private Family Bike Tour in Nara

    Discover Nara at a leisurely pace by bike!

    Private Family Bike Tour in Nara

    3.5 hours

    Easy

    This bike tour is based on the Nara Highlights Bike Tour and is reserved for families with kids who can ride a bike. Please note that E-bikes nor Child seats are available.

    Explore the cultural heart of Nara on a guided private bike tour visiting sites like Tōdai-ji Temple and Nara Park with its cute deer. Enjoy a relaxed ride through history and nature. As this is a private family tour, you can be sure that your guide will take extra care of your group and adjust the tour based on your preferences.

    We can offer a French-speaking guide upon request. To ensure availability on your preferred date, please contact us in advance.

    UKIMIDO IKE POND

    Hidden location just south of Nara Park. Peaceful and gorgeous place for a photo spot at the beginning of the tour.

    RIDE THROUGH NARA PARK

    Watch the deer and enjoy the ride through Nara Park between each point of interest during the tour.

    NANDAIMON GATE

    Admire the Great South Gate, symbol of the entrance of the domain of Todaiji Temple.

    Learn about the bowing origin story and feed the deer with the proper “Nara way”.

    TODAIJI TEMPLE

    The biggest wood structure in the world and one of the most impressive temples in the country.

    You will admire the “Daibutsuden”, the biggest bronze buddha statue in the country.

    KIKUICHI KNIFE COMPANY

    Visit one of the oldest knife companies in the country, and get an introduction to Japanese Cutlery, its culture, and its history.

    Possibility to buy knives on-site, with excellent prices for top-notch knife quality.

    NOTE – BRING YOUR PASSPORT

    If you plan on purchasing anything, especially knives or scissors, you can now get TAX-FREE.

    KASUGA TAISHA SHRINE

    Explore The shrine and its thousand lanterns.

    Learn about Shinto in general, and more specifically about the spirit of Kasuga, and the reason why the deer are sacred in this region.

    LUNCH TIME

    Enjoy lunch at a daytime izakaya, where you can order a wide variety of dishes so everyone, adults and kids, will have a great lunch experience.
    Please note that any extra dishes are not included in the price.

    Japan Tour Adventure in Nara

    〒630-8424 JP Nara 297-9 Furuichicho

    description

    The costs of taking a Kyudo lesson are usually very high. In this class, all the necessary equipment for Kyudo is prepared for you. All you need is passion and comfortable clothes that allow you to move freely!

    In this beginner-friendly experience, learn the practice of Kyudo. This includes learning about the proper form, as well as the tools and techniques used. Explore the history of Kyudo and gain a better understanding of this traditional martial art.

    Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our expert instructor, who may not speak flawless English but more than makes up for it with their passion and dedication. We provide top-notch English materials about the captivating art of Kyudo, ensuring a delightful experience as you bond with our teacher through the universal language of gestures and shared enthusiasm for this unique Japanese tradition.

    Please ask our teacher if you have any questions or doubts. He is very friendly and good at teaching Kyudo!

    Please note that our teacher provides hands-on guidance as he shows how to correctly take the proper stance and hold the bow.

    Meet up Location

    からくり弓道体験場
    22-2 Mibuaiaichō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8812, Japan

    10 minutes on foot from JR Tambaguchi/Hankyu Omiya/Randen Shijo-Omiya station. If you come by taxi, please tell the taxi driver “Mibugawa-street, Takatsuji-street” instead of the address.

    What do I need to bring?

    • Passport
    • Comfortable clothes
    • Comfortable shoes
    • Money (preferably cash) in case of extra shopping or food/drink
    • A hat or cap (in case of hot and/or rainy weather)
    • Camera (up to you)
    • A working phone (if anything happens, we can contact you)
    • A small backpack to carry your belongings that you might want to take with you

    please note

    It can get very hot and humid during the summer months. We recommend wearing good shoes and avoid jeans during the summer.

    What’s included?

    • Use of Bicycle
    • Helmet and other Bike Gear
    • All Fees and Taxes
    • Lunch
    • Water Refill (For sustainable tourism, we provide paper cups for our guests. You can also refill your own bottles at different spots)

    Exclusions

    • Additional Fees (Souvenirs, Extra Food and Drinks

    more info

    Experience type

    Day tour / activity

    Booking in advance

    Cut off: 2 days

    Duration

    3. 5 hours

    Live tour guide

    Difficulty

    Easy

    know before you go

    Minimum age of participation: 10

    Cancellation policy

    • We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event

    Live your adventure

    +81 3-6824-2055

    info@honeyj.co.jp

    Head Office
    Morimatsu Building 2F 3 Nyorai, Kita, Nagoya

    Tokyo Office
    Nissey Marunouchi Garden Tower 3F 1-1-3 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

    Government-Licensed Class 1 Travel Agency License No. 2149 JATA Regular Member

  • Craft Beer, Sake & Food Walking Tour in Nara

    Craft Beer, Sake & Food Walking Tour in Nara

    Get the best of Naramachi, with sake, beer and food!

    Craft Beer, Sake & Food Walking Tour in Nara

    3.5 hours

    Easy

    Discover hidden gems of Nara with a bilingual guide, enjoying a relaxed day filled with local flavors, culture, and unforgettable experiences off the beaten path!

    Together with a bilingual guide, explore places off the typical tourist paths in Nara and enjoy a relaxing, fun-filled day with delicious food. Discover hidden gems that most visitors miss, and trust your guide for a once-in-a-lifetime experience!

    We can offer a French-speaking guide upon request. Please note that in group tours, the main language will be English. To ensure availability on your preferred date, please contact us in advance.

    KAKINOHA SUSHI TASTING

    One of the best and traditional “Kaki no Ha Zushi” makers you will have the pleasure to try. 2-3 sushis provided for an appetizer before getting to the first main stop of the tour.

    SAKE TASTING AT HARUSHIKA BREWERY

    A very well appreciated Sake Brewery where you will have a tasting session with 5 types of sake. Possibility to buy sake at the shop and other souvenirs

    CRAFT BEER MICRO BREWERY IN NARA OLD TOWN

    A very traditional and modern mixed Japanese Craft Beer Brewery created in 2017. A very smooth and refreshing beer with snacks included.

    LOCAL RESTAURANT EARLY DINNER
    Enjoy a local restaurant with a Food/Drink set included for each guest, and have an early dinner with authentic Japanese food.
    MOCHI POUNDING IN NARA
    The most famous mochi maker in the City. If our timing is good, we will attend a mochi pounding session and then eat the freshest mochi just pounded a minute before, in front of us.
    NARAMACHI OLD TOWN HOUSE

    Explore a replica of a “Machiya”, traditional town house from the Edo Period, and discover how people and businesses used to live in the old part of town before the country opens to the rest of the world.

    Japan Tour Adventure in Nara

    〒630-8424 JP Nara 297-9 Furuichicho

    description

    The costs of taking a Kyudo lesson are usually very high. In this class, all the necessary equipment for Kyudo is prepared for you. All you need is passion and comfortable clothes that allow you to move freely!

    In this beginner-friendly experience, learn the practice of Kyudo. This includes learning about the proper form, as well as the tools and techniques used. Explore the history of Kyudo and gain a better understanding of this traditional martial art.

    Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our expert instructor, who may not speak flawless English but more than makes up for it with their passion and dedication. We provide top-notch English materials about the captivating art of Kyudo, ensuring a delightful experience as you bond with our teacher through the universal language of gestures and shared enthusiasm for this unique Japanese tradition.

    Please ask our teacher if you have any questions or doubts. He is very friendly and good at teaching Kyudo!

    Please note that our teacher provides hands-on guidance as he shows how to correctly take the proper stance and hold the bow.

    Meet up Location

    からくり弓道体験場
    22-2 Mibuaiaichō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8812, Japan

    10 minutes on foot from JR Tambaguchi/Hankyu Omiya/Randen Shijo-Omiya station. If you come by taxi, please tell the taxi driver “Mibugawa-street, Takatsuji-street” instead of the address.

    What do I need to bring?

    • Passport (if Tax-Free purchase is available)
    • Comfortable clothes
    • Comfortable shoes
    • Money (preferably cash) in case of extra shopping or food/drink
    • A hat or cap (in case of hot and/or rainy weather)
    • Camera (up to you)
    • A working phone (if anything happens, we can contact you)
    • A small backpack to carry your belongings that you might want to take with you

    please note

    It can get very hot and humid during the summer months. We recommend wearing good shoes and avoid jeans during the summer.

    What’s included?

    • Food and Drink Set at each Stop
    • All Fees and Taxes
    • Bilingual Guide

    Exclusions

    • Additional Fees (Souvenirs, Extra Food and Drinks

    more info

    Experience type

    Day tour / activity

    Booking in advance

    Cut off: 2 days

    Duration

    3. 5 hours

    Live tour guide

    Difficulty

    Easy

    Cancellation policy

    • We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event

    Live your adventure

    +81 3-6824-2055

    info@honeyj.co.jp

    Head Office
    Morimatsu Building 2F 3 Nyorai, Kita, Nagoya

    Tokyo Office
    Nissey Marunouchi Garden Tower 3F 1-1-3 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

    Government-Licensed Class 1 Travel Agency License No. 2149 JATA Regular Member