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IWATE Morioka Walking Guided tour

Date
Year-round
Price
Adult, 1 person: ¥10,000 / 2 people: ¥8,000 each / 3 or more: ¥6,000 each; Child: ¥5,000 *All prices are per person

time required

●Time required 120 minutes ●Operation time (1) 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. / (2) 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

recommend points

①Morioka: A Destination Capturing Global Attention
Selected by the New York Times as one of the “52 Places to Go in 2023,” Morioka is gaining international acclaim as a tourist destination.
②A City Where History, Culture, and Nature Exist in Harmony
Experience Morioka, where traditional culture, historical architecture, and beautiful nature coexist in perfect balance.
③Discover the Everyday Life Beyond the Tourist Sites
Walk through the former castle town and visit the Morioka Castle ruins to experience the local life and atmosphere that standard sightseeing tours often miss.

schedule

10:00 / 2:00 Gathering and orientation in front of Cross Terrace Morioka
10:10 / 2:10 Odori Street
10:30 / 2:30 Morioka Castle Ruins Park
10:45 / 2:45 Sakurayama Shrine
11:00 / 3:00 Bank of Iwate Red Brick Building
11:15 /3:15 Konyacho District
12:00 /4:00 Morioka History and Culture Museum (end of the tour)

Guided by Local Experts Who Know the City Inside and Ouat!

Guided by local experts!Realize firsthand wahy this city has been so highly evaluated by global media while actually walking through it. Within a cityscape that is never too crowded, you can enjoy the authentic charm and calm air of a Japanese regional city. Deep, insider information shared by the guides—which cannot be found online—is highly popular among participants.

Feel the Harmony of History, Culture, and Nature

Stroll through the town’s scenery and explore shrines, temples, and historical spots. Experience a characteristically Japanese landscape where nature and daily life blend seamlessly together.

Walk the Castle Town and Experience the Local Daily Life

Walk through the Morioka Casatle ruins and former castle town areas to encounter alleys, shops, and the everyday lives of residents that have not been over-touristed. Feel a “locals’ perspective of Morioka,” going one step deeper than a typical traveler.

Tour information

Date Year-round
Experience time (1) 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. / (2) 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Payment method Credit Card
Experience fee Adult, 1 person: ¥10,000 / 2 people: ¥8,000 each / 3 or more: ¥6,000 each; Child: ¥5,000 *All prices are per person
Included Guide fee
Experience place Morioka Station area
Meeting place In front of Cross Terrace Morioka entrance
Participants(max) 6 people *Up to 12 people can be accommodated for Japanese domestic groups
Participants(min) 1 person
Transportation Walking
Notes Comfortable clothing and shoes; rain gear may be required depending on the weather
Organizer Travel Link Co., Ltd.
Contact: JTB Corp info@kokofuru-tohoku.com