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PLAN

1-Day Iwate Tour: Chuson-ji Temple & Nambu Ironware Traditional Craft

  • Nambu Ironware Museum.gallery_image.4.jpg

  • Hometown of a current major leaguer [Nambu Ironware Museum]

  • Oigen Foundry Co., Ltd

  • Sekino-ichi

  • Sekino-ichi

  • Tour Details
1. Visit Sekino-ichi, a historical brewery that has been around for a hundred years; Chuson-ji Temple's Konjiki-do (Golden Hall), a National Treasure; and a foundry where traditional craft Nambu ironware is made. This 1-day tour offers customers the opportunity to experience tradition and history deeply rooted in this region. The tour is accompanied by a National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter.
2. At the historical Sekino-ichi brewery which has been in business since the Edo period (1603-1868), tour around a craft beer factory which was formerly used as a sake brewery, and experience tasting 4 kinds of beer. 
3. Chuson-ji Temple's Konjiki-do (Golden Hall) is the only building that has retained its original form since it was built 900 years ago, and is the first building to be designated as a National Treasure. In 2011, the Chuson-ji Temple area has been registered as a World Heritage Site as "Hiraizumi Cultural Heritage."
4. Witness firsthand the skill of Japan's craftspeople at Oigen Foundry Co., Ltd., a factory that produces the traditional craft of Nambu ironware.
About Initiatives for Sustainability:
This tour promotes Cross-cultural Understanding as stated under Sunrise Tours' Sustainable Development Goals.

We advocate for responsible travel, and urge one and all to become responsible travelers.
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  • Tour Overview
Req. to Run Tour
2guest(s)
Req. per Booking
2guest(s)
Departs
Iwate
Guide Service
English
Tour Guide/Conductor Language
English
Audio Guide
Not Available
Tangential multilingual assistant or multilingual reception accepted
Not Available
Meeting Place/Time
Meet in front of Ichinoseki Station West Exit Ticket Gate 9:30
Included
Lunch; National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter fee; Other admission fees, experience fees, and transportation costs included in the tour
Not Included
  • Remarks
Remarks
Planning Company: JTB Global Marketing & Travel Inc.                                 

 　　　　　　Address: 2-3-14 Higashi Shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo                                 

 　　　Japan Tourism Agency Registered Travel Agent (No. 1723)

A member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents
[Reception Method]

At reception, please show the reservation confirmation sheet or e-mail (printout/digital copy on mobile device) to staff.　
[Cancellation Charge]

- Cancellation fees will be charged from 10 days in advance.
[Operation Conditions/Tour Conditions]

- If the minimum number of participants (2) is not met by 14 days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date may be canceled.

- The last reception day (reservation deadline) is 14 days prior to the tour.

- If the tour is canceled, customers will be notified by the conducting company or their travel agent.

- The itinerary displayed on the booking screen is the final itinerary.

- This is a special tour for international visitors. Please understand that residents of Japan cannot make bookings for this tour.

- For requests regarding tours where answers from the tour operator are required in advance, please input in the Remarks field and contact the tour operator.　
[Exemptions/Itinerary Guarantee: Itinerary/Destinations]

- The order of activities and arrival times may differ on the day depending on reasons such as road conditions and congestion at destinations.

- Depending on the number of tour participants, transportation to be used may be changed to a hired car, taxi, etc.

- Seats may not be designated.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　- The dining venue and actual menu may vary due to seasonal or daily availability of ingredients.

- Taking photos and videos is prohibited during the visit to Oigen Foundry Co., Ltd.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Meeting/Pick-up/Pick-up Location]

in front of Ichinoseki Station West Exit ticket gate / 9:10

*Customers who are late for the departure time will have their reservations canceled. Please give yourself plenty of time.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Guide/Tour Conductor]

- This tour is accompanied by a National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter.

- The guide will take the Shinkansen to Ichinoseki Station, arriving just in time for the meet-up. Thank you for your understanding.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Children/Infants]

- Children up to 5 years old may join free of charge, but will not be provided with vehicle seats or meals. If vehicle seats or meals are required, please make a booking under the child rate.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Meals]

- Lunch is included.

- Vegetarian meals are available and must be requested at the time of booking.　

- Please input "0" if there are no customers requesting a vegetarian meal. If requests are not provided in advance, same-day changes cannot be accepted.

- Allergy-friendly meals, gluten-free meals, etc. are not available.
[Important Notes/Supplements: What to Wear/Bring]

- As suitcases, etc. cannot be brought during the tour, please have them delivered in advance, or leave them in a locker or at your hotel before participating.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Bus/Hired Car Company]

Depending on the number of tour participants, train transportation may be used on some parts of the tour.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Language Support]

Guide Language Support: English - The tour is accompanied by a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter.

*Drivers do not work as guides.

In the event that a bus company not listed in the Remarks/Important Notes will be used, customers will receive a separate confirmation document via email at least 1 day in advance.

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  • Itinerary

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DayTimeDurationItineraryItinerary Details/Special ItemsTransportationMeal
StartEnd(min)
19:10  Meet in front of Ichinoseki Station West Exit Ticket GateMeet in front of Ichinoseki Station West Exit Ticket Gate at 09:10, depart at 09:20.
Please refer to [Important Notes/Supplements: Guide/Tour Conductor].		  
1  10TransferFrom Ichinoseki Station, take a route bus to Sekino-ichi.Bus 
19:4011:20100Sekino-ichiSekino-ichi is a historical brewery that has been around since the Edo period (1603-1868). Local beer is brewed in a former sake brewery. Tour around the craft beer factory, sample 4 kinds of beer, and explore the Museum of Sake Folk Culture. In 1999, the brewery buildings were designated as Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan.  
1  25TransferFrom Sekino-ichi, take a route bus to the lunch venue.Bus 
112:0013:0060LunchFully enjoy a meal prepared with local ingredients. (Japanese regional cuisine)
Please refer to [Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Meals].		 Lunch
1  5TransferWalk to Chuson-ji Temple.On Foot 
113:0514:3085Chuson-ji TempleLocated to the north of central Hiraizumi, the temple complex of Chuson-ji began construction in the beginning of the 12th century when Hiraizumi was being built as a political and administrative base for Japan's northern territories, and took about a quarter of a century to complete. Of the structures in the complex, Chuson-ji Temple's Konjiki-do (Golden Hall) is the only structure that remains as it was when it was founded 900 years ago, and is Japan's first structure to be registered as a National Treasure. In addition, the Chuson-ji Temple area has been registered as a World Heritage Site in 2011 as "Hiraizumi Cultural Heritage."  
1  30TransferFrom Chuson-ji Temple, head to Oshu City Traditional Industries Museum (Nambu Ironware Museum) via taxi and on foot.  
115:0515:3530Oshu City Traditional Industries Museum (Nambu Ironware Museum)See how Nambu ironware is made through videos and displays faithfully recreating a Nambu ironware foundry from the early Meiji period (1868-1912). Oshu City is also the hometown of a current major leaguer world-renowned for being a two-way player. There is a brass sculpture of an outstretched hand made using Nambu ironware techniques, and visitors can actually shake hands with it.  
1  10TransferFrom Oshu City Traditional Industries Museum (Nambu Ironware Museum), walk to Oigen Foundry Co., Ltd.On Foot 
115:4516:4560Oigen Foundry Co., Ltd.The history of ironware in this region goes back 900 years ago when Chuson-ji Temple was built. The industry took root as casters were invited into the region, producing items such as temple bells for Chuson-ji. Visit a foundry that makes Nanbu ironware, a traditional craft deeply rooted in the region.
*Taking photos and videos is prohibited.		  
1  15TransferFrom Oigen Foundry Co., Ltd., walk to Mizusawa-Esashi Station.On Foot 
1 17:00 Arrive at Mizusawa-Esashi StationTour ends upon arrival at Mizusawa-Esashi Station.  
  • Itinerary

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DayTimeDurationItineraryItinerary Details/Special ItemsTransportationMeal
StartEnd(min)
19:10  Meet in front of Ichinoseki Station West Exit Ticket GateMeet in front of Ichinoseki Station West Exit Ticket Gate at 09:10, depart at 09:20.
Please refer to [Important Notes/Supplements: Guide/Tour Conductor].		  
1  10TransferFrom Ichinoseki Station, take a route bus to Sekino-ichi.Bus 
19:4011:20100Sekino-ichiSekino-ichi is a historical brewery that has been around since the Edo period (1603-1868). Local beer is brewed in a former sake brewery. Tour around the craft beer factory, sample 4 kinds of beer, and explore the Museum of Sake Folk Culture. In 1999, the brewery buildings were designated as Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan.  
1  25TransferFrom Sekino-ichi, take a route bus to the lunch venue.Bus 
112:0013:0060LunchFully enjoy a meal prepared with local ingredients. (Japanese regional cuisine)
Please refer to [Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Meals].		 Lunch
1  5TransferWalk to Chuson-ji Temple.On Foot 
113:0514:3085Chuson-ji TempleLocated to the north of central Hiraizumi, the temple complex of Chuson-ji began construction in the beginning of the 12th century when Hiraizumi was being built as a political and administrative base for Japan's northern territories, and took about a quarter of a century to complete. Of the structures in the complex, Chuson-ji Temple's Konjiki-do (Golden Hall) is the only structure that remains as it was when it was founded 900 years ago, and is Japan's first structure to be registered as a National Treasure. In addition, the Chuson-ji Temple area has been registered as a World Heritage Site in 2011 as "Hiraizumi Cultural Heritage."  
1  30TransferFrom Chuson-ji Temple, head to Oshu City Traditional Industries Museum (Nambu Ironware Museum) via taxi and on foot.  
115:0515:3530Oshu City Traditional Industries Museum (Nambu Ironware Museum)See how Nambu ironware is made through videos and displays faithfully recreating a Nambu ironware foundry from the early Meiji period (1868-1912). Oshu City is also the hometown of a current major leaguer world-renowned for being a two-way player. There is a brass sculpture of an outstretched hand made using Nambu ironware techniques, and visitors can actually shake hands with it.  
1  10TransferFrom Oshu City Traditional Industries Museum (Nambu Ironware Museum), walk to Oigen Foundry Co., Ltd.On Foot 
115:4516:4560Oigen Foundry Co., Ltd.The history of ironware in this region goes back 900 years ago when Chuson-ji Temple was built. The industry took root as casters were invited into the region, producing items such as temple bells for Chuson-ji. Visit a foundry that makes Nanbu ironware, a traditional craft deeply rooted in the region.
*Taking photos and videos is prohibited.		  
1  15TransferFrom Oigen Foundry Co., Ltd., walk to Mizusawa-Esashi Station.On Foot 
1 17:00 Arrive at Mizusawa-Esashi StationTour ends upon arrival at Mizusawa-Esashi Station.  

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