Aizu 6hr Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide and Vehicle
Overview
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6 hours
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This is the ideal tour for travelers wanting to discover the highlights of Aizu efficiently in a private vehicle accompanied by a government-licensed and experienced multilingual guide!
Step back into the age of the samurai in Aizuwakamatsu, a proud castle town nestled in the mountains of Fukushima. Stand before Tsuruga Castle, famous for its distinctive red-tiled keep and its heroic month-long siege during the Boshin War of 1868. Climb Iimoriyama, where the young warriors of the Byakkotai met their tragic end, and marvel at the ingenious double-helix spiral of Sazaedo temple. Wander the historic samurai residences, stroll the medicinal garden of Oyakuen, and soak up the atmosphere of thatched-roof post towns and dramatic mountain scenery. Aizu has so much history and natural beauty to offer, and we hope to guide you soon!
Tour details may change due to traffic conditions.
Specific vehicle types are not available for request.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
There are only a limited number of car seats and booster seats. Rear-facing car seats are not available. You must contact us directly if you need them.
What To Expect
Tsuruga jo Castle
Tsuruga Castle (Tsurugajo), also known as Wakamatsu Castle, is the symbol of Aizuwakamatsu. The elegant five-story keep is famous for its red-tiled roof, the only one of its kind in Japan, and is renowned for withstanding a month-long siege during the Boshin War of 1868. Inside, a museum traces the history of the Aizu domain and its samurai, while the top floor offers sweeping views of the castle town and the surrounding mountains.
Iimoriyama
Iimoriyama is a hill best known as the tragic site where the Byakkotai, a band of teenage samurai, took their own lives during the Boshin War of 1868 after mistakenly believing that Tsuruga Castle had fallen. Their graves and memorials line the wooded hillside, and from the spot where they made their fateful decision visitors can still glimpse the distant castle they fought to protect.
Options
Regular Car (Up to 2 Pax)
Regular Car (Up to 2 Pax)
Van (Up to 7 Pax)
Van (Up to 7 Pax)
What‘s Included
Private vehicle
Customizable Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list'
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Operated by Japan Guide Agency