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Kumamoto Castle tour, the symbol of earthquake reconstruction

New5 hFree cancellationBy OTOMO Travel Guide
Kumamoto Castle tour, the symbol of earthquake reconstruction

About this activity

In April 2016, an unprecedented earthquake with a seismic intensity of 7 occurred in Kumamoto Prefecture. At Kumamoto Castle, one of Japan's three most famous castles, the collapse of various historical buildings, including the castle tower, resulted in such severe damage that it took 30 years to recover.

This tour provides easy-to-understand explanations of the facilities within the castle that were damaged by the earthquake, and visits carefully selected must-see spots inside and outside the castle at a fast pace.

The tour begins by heading to a hidden observation spot overlooking the entire Kumamoto Castle and a museum that utilizes cutting-edge digital technology.

Then, at the Kumamoto Castle tower, which was completed in 2021, five years after the earthquake, we will fully enjoy the tour facilities spread over 5 floors.

You can also see the repair work being done on buildings and the work being done to rebuild collapsed stone walls throughout the site.

What's included

  • ✓Private Tour
  • ✓Tour Guide
  • ✓The necessary expenses for the guide during the tour

Not included

  • ✕Estimated Costs of the Tour: 1,850 JPY per Person
  • ✕Breakdown: Transportation: 0 JPY, Admission Fees: 850 JPY, Meal costs: 1,000 JPY per Person
  • ✕Optional Experience Costs: 0 JPY per Person

Meeting and pickup

  • In front of Kumamoto City Hall Main Government Building

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Transportation, entrance fees, food and beverage costs incurred at the visited spots are to be borne by the client.
  • The dismissal point is different from the meeting point. Please contact the guide if you would like to change the dismissal point.
  • Please wear comfortable shoes as there will be a lot of walking.
  • Please note that each spot may be changed to another spot in case of temporary closure.
  • Some of the spots you will visit that day include facilities that do not accept credit cards. Please remember to have cash ready.
  • If you miss the meeting time on the day of the tour, we may not be able to provide an adequate tour experience due to the transportation used. Please be careful not to be late.
  • In case of inclement weather on the day of the tour, the means of transportation, places to visit, and routes may be changed.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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