Explore the history-rich port town of Tomonoura, a source of pride for Japan, on a 3-hour guided kayak tour from the sea, immersing yourself in the atmosphere of a historical stroll from the water. In this tour, your guide will lead you through either the Abuto Kannon or Sensui Island course, according to your preference. Abuto Kannon is a structure perched on cliffs that extend into the sea, bel…
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Embark on a one-day guided kayak tour from Tomonoura, a historic port town that Japan proudly boasts, and savor the feeling of a historical stroll from the sea. Why not land at spots such as the iconic Abuto Kannon built on the cliffs of the cape, Tomo's townscape viewed from the sea, or the Tashima Fishing Port, and explore the history and activities of the people in this area? HIGHLIGHTS: Enjoy…
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Step into a quieter side of Japan on a private tour of Tomonoura, a historic port town overlooking the Seto Inland Sea. Walk through traditional streets, temples and the old harbor while discovering how Tomonoura prospered for centuries as a tide-waiting port. Enjoy peaceful waterfront scenery, the iconic Joyato Lighthouse and the atmosphere of a living coastal community far from Japan’s busiest…
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This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Fukuyama! Fukuyama features plenty of spots where you can experience history, such as Fukuyama Castle completed 200 years ago in the Edo period. There is a port town called as Tomonoura, a beautiful spot of the Seto Inland Sea National Park. Worth visiting are the…
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We will take you to the top popular sightseeing spots in Onomichi and Fukuyama on this bus tour! (You will travel between Hiroshima and Fukuyama by shinkansen/bullet train) Explore Onomichi and Fukuyama with Tour bus a comfortable air conditioned. The guide will be waiting for you at the meeting point at Hiroshima Station and help you to take shinkansen. We will stop by Senkoji Ropeway and the Ca…
Explore Tomonoura with a local guide who was born and raised in Fukuyama and has visited the town since childhood. Walk through its traditional streets, discover centuries-old harbor landmarks, and enjoy views of the Seto Inland Sea while hearing stories about the town’s history, culture, and everyday life. Tomonoura is also known as an inspiration for Studio Ghibli’s Ponyo. Your guide will intro…
This is the ideal tour for travelers who want to discover Tomonoura, one of the most beautifully preserved port towns on Japan's Seto Inland Sea, in comfort and at their own pace. Travelling by private vehicle with your own government-licensed guide, you skip the stress of timetables and crowds. Tomonoura flourished for centuries as a tide-waiting port where sailing ships paused for the changing…
Discover the history and culture of Fukuyama on this 6-hour private tour with a government-licensed guide and a private vehicle. Visit Fukuyama Castle, explore the Hiroshima Prefectural Museum of History, and admire the National Treasure buildings of Myoo-in Temple. Depending on the season, enjoy a stroll through Fukuyama Rose Park or visit the tranquil Shinshoji Zen Museum and Gardens. Travel at…
Fukuyama, known as the City of Roses, is a beautiful and historic city located in the eastern part of Hiroshima Prefecture. Originally established as a castle town in 1619, it is now the second largest city in the prefecture, and the fourth largest in Western Honshu. By the end of the Second World War, about eighty percent of Fukuyama was burned down due to an air raid. Following this attack, the…
