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PLAN

The Spirit of Morioka Afternoon Tour: Soul-cleansing Chuson-ji Temple & Traditional Nambu Ironware Craft

  • Nambu ironware

  • Morioka Handi-works Square Kunzan Kobo

  • Morioka Handi-works Square Kunzan Kobo

  • Konyacho Banya

  • Bank of Iwate Red Brick Building

  • Tour Details
- Morioka, the capital city of Iwate Prefecture, is located in the center of the northeastern Japan region. It flourished as a castle town of the Nambu clan, and its townscape is characterized by a harmony of tradition and modernity even today.
- At Kunzan Kobo, take this rare opportunity of getting in touch with the charm of Morioka's traditional craft, Nambu ironware. In addition to touring the workshop, experience pressing patterns into molds and tasting water boiled in Nambu ironware. Feel the beauty of Nambu ironware and directly learn about the depth of Japan's traditional crafts with activities only available here.
- Go around spots that retain the atmosphere of the Edo period (1603-1868) and Meiji period (1868-1912).
- Chuson-ji Temple is a World Heritage site that conveys the beauty of the Heian period (794-1185) to the present. Behold the Konjikido Golden Hall and various national treasures and important cultural properties. Japan's history and aesthetic sense are condensed amidst a tranquil atmosphere, creating a mystical space that cleanses the heart and providing a valuable opportunity to touch upon the spirituality of Japan.
- This is a private tour for 2-6 customers.
About Initiatives for Sustainable Tourism:
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.
Please check the following page for details.
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Nambu ironware
  • Tour Overview
Req. to Run Tour
2guest(s)
Req. per Booking
2guest(s)
Departs
Iwate
Guide Service
Not Available
Tour Guide/Conductor Language
English
Audio Guide
Not Available
Tangential multilingual assistant or multilingual reception accepted
Not Available
Meeting Place/Time
Morioka Station 2F in front of Tourist Information Center Morioka City / 11:50
Included
English-speaking guide; Admission fees, experience fees, and transportation costs included in the tour
Not Included
Lunch charges; Transportation expenses to the meeting location
  • 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.

- 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.　

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

- Please note that participants may not join partway through the tour. Also, participants may join only from the meeting location specified in advance.
[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 other than a hired car, a large bus (mid-size bus, small bus), or a train or route bus on some parts of the tour.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Meeting/Pick-up/Pick-up Location]

Morioka Station 2F in front of Tourist Information Center Morioka City / 11:50

*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]

- There is an accompanying English-speaking guide.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Children/Infants]

- While children 0-5 years old may join free of charge, if there are many participants, children 0-5 years old may have to sit on the lap of a parent or guardian on board the hired car. If guaranteed seats on the hired car are required for such children, please book them under the child rate.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Meals]

- Lunch is not included. As this is an afternoon tour, please have lunch prior to participating. There are many restaurants and cafes in the Morioka Station Building FES"AN near Morioka Station.
[Important Notes/Supplements: What to Wear/Bring]

- At Chuson-ji Temple, as there are many stairs and areas or paths with poor or unequal footing, please participate wearing shoes and clothing that are comfortable to walk in. Bringing rain gear in case of inclement weather is recommended.

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

Hinoya Taxi; Ota Taxi; Other equivalent class

*Depending on the number of tour participants, transportation to be used may be other than a hired car, a large bus (mid-size bus, small bus), or a train or route bus on some parts of the tour.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Language Support]

Tour Guide Language: English　

*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.

Tour Calendar

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Price (per person)
Adults (12-99)
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children (6-11)
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Infants (0-5)
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Number of People
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Children
Infants
Payment in Advance Total
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    Customers are to check and save the content themselves.
  • The [Plan Name], [Tour Date], [Tour Price], [Tour Outline], [Remarks/Important Notes], and [Itinerary] on the booking screen are part of the Terms & Conditions Document (Important Items). Print or save as PDF.
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  • Payments must be made using credit card.
  • After the payment has been processed, the travel contract will be finalized once the customer receives a reservation confirmation email along with an attached reservation confirmation sheet.
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  • Itinerary

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DayTimeDurationItineraryItinerary Details/Special ItemsTransportationMeal
StartEnd(min)
111:5012:00 Meet at Morioka Station 2F in front of Tourist Information Center Morioka CityMorioka Station 2F in front of Tourist Information Center Morioka City
Access: 2F South Exit inside the Morioka Station building, on foot from JR Morioka Station
Meet at 11:50, Dep. at 12:00		  
1  40TransferTake the hired car from Morioka Station and head to Morioka Handi-works Square.Hired car 
1   Konyacho Banya/Bank of Iwate Red Brick Building (Drive-by)Go around spots that retain the atmosphere of the Edo period (1603-1868) and Meiji period (1868-1912). Feel the atmosphere of a townhouse from the Edo period gazing at Konyacho Banya, and take in the beauty of Western-style architecture from the Meiji period looking at the Bank of Iwate Red Brick Building.Hired car 
1  60Morioka Handi-works Square Kunzan Kobo - Nambu Ironware Traditional Craft ExperienceDiscover the charm of Nambu ironware, which has a history of 400 years. Learn directly about the depth of traditional crafts through activities such as touring the workshop, pressing patterns into molds, and tasting water boiled in Nambu ironware.  
1  80TransferTake the hired car from Morioka Handi-works Square and head to Chuson-ji Temple.Hired car 
1  100Chuson-ji TempleThis World Heritage site conveys the beauty of the Heian period (794-1185) to the present. Behold the Konjikido Golden Hall and various national treasures and important cultural properties. Japan's history and aesthetic sense are condensed amidst a tranquil atmosphere, creating a mystical space that cleanses the heart and providing a valuable opportunity to touch upon the spirituality of Japan.  
1  80TransferTake the hired car from Chuson-ji Temple to Morioka Station.Hired car 
1 18:00 Morioka StationAfter arriving at Morioka Station, the tour ends.  
  • Itinerary

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DayTimeDurationItineraryItinerary Details/Special ItemsTransportationMeal
StartEnd(min)
111:5012:00 Meet at Morioka Station 2F in front of Tourist Information Center Morioka CityMorioka Station 2F in front of Tourist Information Center Morioka City
Access: 2F South Exit inside the Morioka Station building, on foot from JR Morioka Station
Meet at 11:50, Dep. at 12:00		  
1  40TransferTake the hired car from Morioka Station and head to Morioka Handi-works Square.Hired car 
1   Konyacho Banya/Bank of Iwate Red Brick Building (Drive-by)Go around spots that retain the atmosphere of the Edo period (1603-1868) and Meiji period (1868-1912). Feel the atmosphere of a townhouse from the Edo period gazing at Konyacho Banya, and take in the beauty of Western-style architecture from the Meiji period looking at the Bank of Iwate Red Brick Building.Hired car 
1  60Morioka Handi-works Square Kunzan Kobo - Nambu Ironware Traditional Craft ExperienceDiscover the charm of Nambu ironware, which has a history of 400 years. Learn directly about the depth of traditional crafts through activities such as touring the workshop, pressing patterns into molds, and tasting water boiled in Nambu ironware.  
1  80TransferTake the hired car from Morioka Handi-works Square and head to Chuson-ji Temple.Hired car 
1  100Chuson-ji TempleThis World Heritage site conveys the beauty of the Heian period (794-1185) to the present. Behold the Konjikido Golden Hall and various national treasures and important cultural properties. Japan's history and aesthetic sense are condensed amidst a tranquil atmosphere, creating a mystical space that cleanses the heart and providing a valuable opportunity to touch upon the spirituality of Japan.  
1  80TransferTake the hired car from Chuson-ji Temple to Morioka Station.Hired car 
1 18:00 Morioka StationAfter arriving at Morioka Station, the tour ends.  

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