Private Himeji Castle & Seto Inland Sea Gourmet Drive

Name: Private Himeji Castle & Seto Inland Sea Gourmet Drive
Brand: Viator
Price: 159.69 USD
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5.0(1)8 hoursChinese, Japanese, English, FrenchBook 4 hours aheadHimeji, Japan

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In the morning, enjoy a guided walk tour of Himeji Castle, where you’ll be able to fully explore and conquer the castle. Afterward, hop into a minivan for a scenic drive along the Seto Inland Sea coastline. Visit the renowned Nadagiku Sake Brewery in the Harima region, famous for its sake production, where you’ll tour the brewery and enjoy a sake tasting, followed by lunch. Next, explore the historic “Maruyasu,” a former ryokan built over 90 years ago, and then continue your drive along the picturesque Seto Inland Sea coastline. If preferred, the drive can be replaced with a cycling tour—please let us know in advance. The final destination of your journey is the charming, historic streets of Murotsu, known since ancient times as “Muro-no-Tomari.”

Included

The sake brewery tour and lunch at Nadagiku Sake Brewery are included in the tour price.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
Guide
Parking Fees

Not included

Dinner
Starting March 1, 2026, the admission fee for 姫路城 will increase from ¥1,000 to ¥2,500. We sincerely apologize, but for tours on or after March 1, the admission fee will be charged separately.

What you'll do

Viewing Deck, Himeji Station Square
Ekimaecho, Himeji, Japan
Our guide will lead you from the central ticket gate of Himeji Station to the observation deck, explaining the location of the castle’s outer moat, and the tour will begin.
5 min
Himeji Castle Otemon Gate
68 Hommachi, Himeji Castle, Himeji, Japan
Our certified guide will lead you on foot from the observation deck to the Otemon Gate, guiding you along the main street of the Edo period.
5 minAdmission not included
Himeji Castle Otemon Gate
68 Hommachi, Himeji Castle, Himeji, Japan
Tickets will be purchased at the Himeji Castle ticket booth (depending on crowd conditions, tickets may be purchased in advance by our company). After entering, a certified guide will provide a detailed tour of the castle (in English or Chinese).
2 hoursAdmission included
Nadagiku Shuzo Sake Brewery
1-121 Tegara, Himeji, Japan
At Nadagiku Sake Brewery, you can enjoy a brewery tour, sake tasting, shopping, commemorative photo opportunities, and lunch. At Nadagiku Sake Brewery, you can enjoy a brewery tour, sake tasting, shopping, commemorative photo opportunities, and lunch.
1 hourAdmission included
Shikamazuno Nigiwai
Suka, Shikama-ku, Shikamanzu Rinko Park, Himeji, Japan
In the Ebisu area of Shikama Ward, Himeji City, you’ll find the former ryotei-inn Maruyasu, located near Ebisu-no-Miya Tenmangu Shrine. This architectural gem, built in the 1920s and over 90 years old, remains remarkably well-preserved. We offer special access to the interior of this historic building and kindly ask for donations to support its maintenance and preservation. If your visit coincides with one of the shrine’s famous festivals, you may even have the chance to enjoy the festivities from Maruyasu.
20 minAdmission included
Shimmaiko Beach
Mitsucho, Tatsuno, Japan
One of the finest shallow beaches in the Kinki region, this scenic gem belongs to the Seto Inland Sea National Park. During low tide, an expansive tidal flat stretching 500 meters offshore emerges, offering breathtaking views.
20 min
Murotsu Port
Murotsu, Kaminoseki-cho, Japan
Since ancient times, the cove surrounded by mountains on three sides has been so calm it was named “Muro no Tomari,” meaning “a harbor as tranquil as a room.” During the era of sailing ships, it flourished as a key port in the Seto Inland Sea. Recently, cultural assets related to the Kitamaebune ships of Murotsu have been recognized as a Japan Heritage site.
1 hourAdmission not included
Murotsukaieki-kan
457 Mitsucho Murotsu, Tatsuno, Japan
Michi-no-Eki Mitsu is located along the coastline of Murotsu in Tatsuno City, offering a stunning location with panoramic views of the Seto Inland Sea. It’s also a great spot to purchase fresh, locally grown vegetables and freshly caught seafood. Among them, oysters are especially popular during the winter season.
30 minAdmission not included