Iwate Half Day Private Tour: Nambu Ironware and Chuson-ji Temple

Name: Iwate Half Day Private Tour: Nambu Ironware and Chuson-ji Temple
Brand: Viator
Price: 530.16 USD
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6 hoursEnglishBook 4 hours aheadIwate Prefecture, Japan

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Discover the cultural spirit of Morioka on this immersive afternoon tour combining traditional craftsmanship and spiritual heritage. Begin with a scenic drive through historic Edo- and Meiji-era streets before arriving at Kunzan Kobo, home of the renowned 400-year-old Nambu ironware tradition. Tour the workshop, try pressing patterns into molds, and taste water boiled in Nambu ironware to appreciate its unique qualities. Continue to the World Heritage–listed Chuson‑ji Temple, where the serene atmosphere and the glittering Konjikidō Golden Hall reveal the refined aesthetics of the Heian period. With an English-speaking guide, private transport, and hands-on cultural experiences, this tour offers a rare opportunity to connect deeply with Japan’s artistry, history, and spirituality—all within an accessible and engaging half‑day journey from Morioka.

Included

Private car transfer
National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter
Admission fees
Experience fees

Not included

Lunch
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities

What you'll do

Konyacho Banya
4-33, Konyacho, Morioka, Japan
[Drive-by] Enjoy the atmosphere of traditional machiya townhouses from the Edo period (1603–1868).
Bank of Iwate Red Brick Building
1-2-20 Nakanohashi Dori, Morioka, Japan
[Drive-by] Appreciate the elegant Western-style architecture from the Meiji period (1868–1912).
Morioka Handi-Works Square
64-102 Oirino, Tsunagi, Morioka, Japan
Immerse yourself in the Nambu Ironware Traditional Craft Experience. Discover 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 hourAdmission included
Chuson-ji Temple
202 Koromonoseki, Hiraizumi-cho, Japan
This 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.
1h 40mAdmission included

Meeting and pickup

4 locations

Pickup details

Meet your guide holding a JTB Sunrise Tours sign in front of the Tourist Information Center on the 2nd floor of JR Morioka Station. After exiting from the South Exit on the same floor, you will find the meeting point just ahead.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that participants may not join partway through the tour. Also, participants may join only from the meeting location specified in advance