Ukiyo-e Viewing and Kiriko Glass Making Edo Culture Tour

Overview

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English

4 hours

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Discover Edo Culture on a Half-Day Tour in Kawasaki – Just Minutes from Tokyo and Haneda Airport

This half-day tour in central Kawasaki offers an immersive experience into the history and culture of the Edo period, centered on the historic post town of Tokaido Kawasaki-juku.

◆ Tokaido Kawasaki-juku Koryukan Museum

Step back in time and learn how Kawasaki thrived as a post town along the Tokaido route. Explore exhibits that recreate the lively atmosphere of the Edo period.

◆ Kiriko Glass-Cutting Experience

Try your hand at Kiriko, a traditional glass-cutting craft from the late Edo period. Guided by skilled artisans, you’ll make your own unique souvenir to take home.

◆ Kawasaki Ukiyo-e Gallery

View iconic Ukiyo-e woodblock prints, including works by Hiroshige. These colorful prints offer insight into everyday life and scenery of the time.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For safety reasons related to the Kiriko glass-cutting activity, children under 5 years old cannot participate in this tour.

Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Delays due to public transportation or other reasons will not be considered—no refunds will be issued.

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

Please note that the itinerary may be subject to change without prior notice.

In the event of extreme weather conditions such as typhoons or other natural disasters, the tour may be canceled.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What‘s Included

Admission fee

Experience fees

Expenses not mentioned

What To Expect

Tokaido Kawasaki Shuku Koryukan

After meeting your tour guide, enjoy a 15-minute walk to TOKAIDO KAWASAKI SHUKU KORYUKAN, a facility that offers insights into Kawasaki City as it was 400 years ago. Once a thriving post town along the Tokaido during the Edo period, it now stands as a valuable historical site where you can explore the roots of modern-day Kawasaki.

40 minutes • Admission Included

Tokaido Glass

At Tokaido GLASS, you’ll enjoy a hands-on Kiriko glass-cutting experience—a traditional craft that has been part of Tokyo's glassware production since the late Edo period. You’ll also get to take your handcrafted glass home as a souvenir.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included