Tour the calm and historic area of Monzennakacho with a local expert!

Explore Cultural Temples with a Local Guide in Tokyo

1.5 hour

Easy

Join an intimate small group tour of Monzennakacho with our local guide Manami, who has a Ph.D. in cultural heritage protection.

Explore the area’s spiritual and cultural history and learn about the differences of Buddhism and Shinto, as well as proper temple etiquette.
Visit Naritasan Fukagawa Fudōdō and witness the fire ceremony at a local Buddhist temple. Manami will guide you through the proper etiquette as you silently observe the ritual.
Explore the nearby Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine known for its “Sumo rocks” and grand festival floats and try the “omikuji” fortune-telling or collect “goshuin” stamps.
At the end of the tour, Manami will share her custom food cafe map of Monzennakacho and will be happy to guide you to a cafe or restaurant of your choice!

You can start this experience at the following places.

We will meet outside the Exit 4 of the subway (O-edo & Tozai lines) Monzennakacho station.

〒135-0048 JP Tokyo 2-chōme-4 Monzennakachō, Koto City

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?

  • In summer: please make sure to bring water, as it gets very hot during the summer months
  • Coins (cash) to offer to the temple and shrine
  • Please wear comfortable shoes as this is a walking tour

please note

  • This booking is on request. Should our guide be unavailable on the requested date, we will suggest an alternative start time or date.

What's included?

  • Guide fees
 

Exclusions

  • Transportation costs
  • Food & Drink

more info

Experience type

Day tour / activity

Booking in advance

Cut off: 2 days

Duration

1.5 Hours

Live tour guide

Difficulty

Easy

Know before you go

Minimum age of participants is: 7

Cancellation policy

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

Live your adventure

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