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Shiga: Future World Heritage Site Hikone Castle Guided Tour
Hikone
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Hikone Castle stands as a testament to Japan's rich history, closely connected to the influential Ii family and the Tokugawa shogunate. This guided tour delves into the architectural elegance and strategic significance of one of Japan's finest castles. Explore the castle's massive earthworks, original national treasures, and stunning views of Lake Biwa. Depending on your choice, opt for a concise introduction or an extended experience that includes the serene Genkyuen Garden and traditional matcha tea, reflecting the cultural life of the Ii lords. Engage with the stories that shaped the region and gain insights from your knowledgeable guide.
- Discover the historical significance of Hikone ...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guided tour of Hikone Castle
Optional visit to Genkyuen Garden and Rakurakuen Palace
Visit to the main keep
Optional traditional matcha tea experience
Transportation to and from Hikone Castle
Meals and drinks
Meeting Points
Departure
Hikonekanko Center
Meeting point: In front of the Hikone Tourist Information Center.
The guide will be waiting for you with a yellow sign.
For details, please refer to the map.
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Itinerary
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Hikone Castle
Hikone Castle is one of Japan’s best-preserved feudal castles and a designated National Treasure. Built after the fall of nearby Sawayama Castle, it became the seat of the Ii family, loyal vassals of the Tokugawa shogunate. Its main keep, believed to have been relocated from Otsu Castle, represents both military strength and aesthetic refinement. Visitors can explore the original defensive moats, gates, and turrets, and from the top floor of the keep, enjoy sweeping views of Lake Biwa and the Ōmi region. The castle embodies the political and cultural role of the Ii clan, who governed Hikone for over 250 years and contributed greatly to the stability of the Edo period.
Shiga: Future World Heritage Site Hikone Castle Guided Tour
Hikone
About
Hikone Castle stands as a testament to Japan's rich history, closely connected to the influential Ii family and the Tokugawa shogunate. This guided tour delves into the architectural elegance and strategic significance of one of Japan's finest castles. Explore the castle's massive earthworks, original national treasures, and stunning views of Lake Biwa. Depending on your choice, opt for a concise introduction or an extended experience that includes the serene Genkyuen Garden and traditional matcha tea, reflecting the cultural life of the Ii lords. Engage with the stories that shaped the region and gain insights from your knowledgeable guide.
- Discover the historical significance of Hikone ...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guided tour of Hikone Castle
Optional visit to Genkyuen Garden and Rakurakuen Palace
Visit to the main keep
Optional traditional matcha tea experience
Transportation to and from Hikone Castle
Meals and drinks
Meeting Points
Departure
Hikonekanko Center
Meeting point: In front of the Hikone Tourist Information Center.
The guide will be waiting for you with a yellow sign.
For details, please refer to the map.
