Is the tour suitable for children or older travelers?

Yes. The pace adjusts to your group, though there is steady walking, including about 20 minutes to Emperor Jinmu’s mausoleum, so comfortable shoes help.

Will we stop for lunch?

A lunch break fits naturally into the day, and your guide can recommend restaurants in Imai-cho. The meal itself is at your own expense.

Can we go inside the traditional houses in Imai-cho?

Yes. Homes such as the Imai-Machiyakan, Yometani Residence, and Kawai Residence are open to visitors, and at Imai-Machiyakan you can climb upstairs to see an Edo-period bedroom.

Can the itinerary be adjusted?

Yes. Small changes are easy on a private tour, so tell your guide if you would like more time at a particular spot.

How do we reach Kashihara if we skip hotel pickup?

Kashihara is easily reached by train from Osaka, Kyoto, or Nara City, and your guide can advise on the best route.

Private Full-Day Kashihara Tour: Shrine & Imai-cho - Trip To Japan

Nara

Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Kashihara

English

8 hours

Discover Kashihara on a private full-day tour with your own guide, from Kashihara-jingu Shrine, built where Japan’s first emperor is said to have ruled, to the preserved Edo-era streets of Imai-cho. Hotel pickup is available from Osaka and Kyoto.