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Tour of Floats Restoration Sites and Karakuri Operations
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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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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Visitors can actually see and experience traditional Japanese arts. In particular, visitors can actually ride on floats of the size used in the float festivals. Through interaction with local people, visitors can get a deeper insight into local culture. Proceeds with easy-to-follow explanations by the museum's expert guides.
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lunch
Museum admission fee
Meeting Points
Departure
Kamezaki Station
Gathering at Kamezaki Station
Return
Tour of Floats Restoration Sites and Karakuri Operations
About
Visitors can actually see and experience traditional Japanese arts. In particular, visitors can actually ride on floats of the size used in the float festivals. Through interaction with local people, visitors can get a deeper insight into local culture. Proceeds with easy-to-follow explanations by the museum's expert guides.
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lunch
Museum admission fee
Meeting Points
Departure
Kamezaki Station
Gathering at Kamezaki Station
Return
Itinerary
History and culture of the float festival in Handa and Kamesaki The float festival in Handa City and Kamesaki Town has been a traditional event since the Edo period and has been the pride of the local people. At the climax of the festival, gorgeous floats parade through the town, giving an overwhelming sense of power and beauty to those who see them. In this part of the festival, you can learn about the festival's origin, background and the cultural significance of the floats.
The exquisiteness of the float carvings The finely carved woodwork on the floats of Handa and Kamesaki is a remarkable feat of skill. By getting closer to the themes of the carvings and the time and skill that went in...
