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Shiga: Hikone Bar-Hopping Tour with Local Food and Drinks
Hikone
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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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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Discover the vibrant evening atmosphere of Hikone, a historic castle town by Lake Biwa. This tour invites you to explore its cozy izakayas and lively bars, where locals gather after dark. Enjoy ¥1,500 worth of food and drinks at each of two carefully selected establishments, showcasing the unique flavors of Omi beef, fresh Lake Biwa fish, and regional sake. With a professional local guide, uncover insights into Hikone's culture and community spirit, making spontaneous connections with friendly locals along the way. Experience a more intimate nightlife, far removed from the bustling crowds of nearby Kyoto and Osaka.
- Explore Hikone’s lively izakayas and bars with a local guide - Enjoy ¥3,00...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional local guide
Visit to two selected establishments
¥1,500 worth of food and drinks per person at each stop
Private transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Hikone Police Station Hikone Ekimae Police Box
The meeting point is in front of the Hikone Police Station Hikone Station Koban. Your guide will be waiting for you with a yellow sign. Please refer to the map for details.
Return
Itinerary
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Hikone
Hikone, located on the shores of Lake Biwa, is a historic castle town that blends samurai heritage with modern charm. The city is home to Hikone Castle, one of Japan’s few original castles and a designated National Treasure, symbolizing its strategic importance under the Tokugawa shogunate. Beyond its history, Hikone offers visitors a rich food culture shaped by fertile farmland and the lake’s bounty, from Omi beef to local sake. Strolling its atmospheric streets, travelers encounter a welcoming community where tradition and hospitality come together, making Hikone an unforgettable destination in Shiga.
Shiga: Hikone Bar-Hopping Tour with Local Food and Drinks
Hikone
About
Discover the vibrant evening atmosphere of Hikone, a historic castle town by Lake Biwa. This tour invites you to explore its cozy izakayas and lively bars, where locals gather after dark. Enjoy ¥1,500 worth of food and drinks at each of two carefully selected establishments, showcasing the unique flavors of Omi beef, fresh Lake Biwa fish, and regional sake. With a professional local guide, uncover insights into Hikone's culture and community spirit, making spontaneous connections with friendly locals along the way. Experience a more intimate nightlife, far removed from the bustling crowds of nearby Kyoto and Osaka.
- Explore Hikone’s lively izakayas and bars with a local guide - Enjoy ¥3,00...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional local guide
Visit to two selected establishments
¥1,500 worth of food and drinks per person at each stop
Private transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Hikone Police Station Hikone Ekimae Police Box
The meeting point is in front of the Hikone Police Station Hikone Station Koban. Your guide will be waiting for you with a yellow sign. Please refer to the map for details.