Kakunodate Samurai Town
Moderate Activity
Includes meal
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU VISIT
Kakunodate Samurai Town
Established in 1620, Kakunodate is acclaimed as one of the best examples of samurai architecture and housing in the country. The former castle town is surrounded by mountains and pine woods and as you stroll along the wide streets lined with weeping cherry trees, you'll find stunning gardens, small Shinto shrines, quaint restaurants and traditional Japanese residences such as Aoyagi Samurai House, one of the best-preserved samurai manor houses of its kind in Japan. Today, this historical samurai house museum features a main house, armory, an antique museum and tea room, gift shops and a beautiful garden. Another impressive building is Ishiguro House, the current home of samurai descendants. You'll be welcomed inside where you can 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 be treated to a delicious lunch.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
Snap away as you stroll through Kakunodate's historic streets, lined with samurai houses and beautiful gardens. Seasonal cherry blossoms and autumn leaves make this a picturesque spot for timeless photos.
LUNCH
Before returning to Akita, you'll sit down at a local restaurant for a delicious lunch.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
The approximate 60-minute drive from Akita to Kakunodate takes you through a landscape of bustling city streets, verdant countryside and picturesque villages.
Points of interest
Kakunodate Samurai District
Schedule
Special Notes
Tour order may vary. Not recommended for wheelchair passengers due to gravel ground at Kakunodate Samurai houses. Some samurai houses may have minor repairs, which might slightly spoil the scenery. Guests are required to remove their shoes when entering one of rooms at a samurai house. This tour is with limited capacity. Video shooting is prohibited at the Ishiguro House.
Some of the samurai houses cannot be accessed by wheelchair.
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Moderate Activity
Includes meal
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU VISIT
Kakunodate Samurai Town
Established in 1620, Kakunodate is acclaimed as one of the best examples of samurai architecture and housing in the country. The former castle town is surrounded by mountains and pine woods and as you stroll along the wide streets lined with weeping cherry trees, you'll find stunning gardens, small Shinto shrines, quaint restaurants and traditional Japanese residences such as Aoyagi Samurai House, one of the best-preserved samurai manor houses of its kind in Japan. Today, this historical samurai house museum features a main house, armory, an antique museum and tea room, gift shops and a beautiful garden. Another impressive building is Ishiguro House, the current home of samurai descendants. You'll be welcomed inside where you can 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 be treated to a delicious lunch.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
Snap away as you stroll through Kakunodate's historic streets, lined with samurai houses and beautiful gardens. Seasonal cherry blossoms and autumn leaves make this a picturesque spot for timeless photos.
LUNCH
Before returning to Akita, you'll sit down at a local restaurant for a delicious lunch.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
The approximate 60-minute drive from Akita to Kakunodate takes you through a landscape of bustling city streets, verdant countryside and picturesque villages.
Points of interest
Kakunodate Samurai District
Schedule
Special Notes
Tour order may vary. Not recommended for wheelchair passengers due to gravel ground at Kakunodate Samurai houses. Some samurai houses may have minor repairs, which might slightly spoil the scenery. Guests are required to remove their shoes when entering one of rooms at a samurai house. This tour is with limited capacity. Video shooting is prohibited at the Ishiguro House.
Some of the samurai houses cannot be accessed by wheelchair.