Premium tour to experience the spiritual culture of Himeji
Situated in the southwest of Hyogo Prefecture, Himeji has historically flourished as a vital hub for transportation, industry, and culture in western Japan. It offers all the conveniences of a modern city and boasts a cityscape rich in history and culture, centered around the UNESCO World Heritage site, Himeji Castle.
Himeji is a city that offers visitors an authentic encounter with "The Real Japan." It is blessed with more than just its iconic castle; it is home to temples with over a millennium of history, a profound martial arts culture that preserves the Samurai spirit, and an abundance of rich nature and exquisite local cuisine.
This is not your ordinary sightseeing trip. We offer a special two-day experience that connects you with the very essence of Japan.
Tour Itinerary
Begin Your Journey with an Unforgettable Arrival
Helicopter Plan
Enjoy an aerial journey to Himeji by helicopter. Below, the beautiful archipelago of the Seto Inland Sea unfolds, followed by the stunning sight of the UNESCO World Heritage Himeji Castle, magnificent like a white heron taking flight.
9:30
Kobe Airport
10:00
Himeji Central Park
Hire Car Plan
Enjoy comfortable and private travel within the city in our specially equipped hire cars.
9:30〜
Himeji Station
Applicable to both Helicopter and Hire Car Plans
11:30
Lunch
Restaurant with a World Heritage View: A Collaboration of Kikou × Tatsuriki
Enjoy collaboration dishes created by a long-established Japanese restaurant and a historic sake brewery.
13:15
Cultural Immersion
UNESCO World Heritage Himeji Castle: The Pinnacle of Japanese Wooden Architecture
Registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site, Himeji Castle is celebrated as "the most beautiful castle in the world" due to its striking elegance. Despite suffering natural calamities and wars, it has managed to maintain its original structure, making it an amazing example of wooden architecture. The castle's captivating beauty is further enhanced by the cherry blossoms in spring and the crimson foliage in autumn, which enchant all who visit.
16:00
Spiritual Culture Immersion
Munehiro Myochin Forge: Discover the World of Japanese Swords with a Master Blacksmith
You will visit the forge of Munehiro Myochin, where he forges swords for the modern age while preserving traditional techniques. Experience the profound world of the Japanese sword. The sword is a philosophy that transcends technique, connecting fire, iron, and spirit. Each blade embodies Japanese beauty and spirit. This profoundly moving experience will take place in a completely private setting.
17:40
Accommodation
Yumesakigawa Onsen "Yumenoi Yuyake Koyake" Special Room
Yumesakigawa Onsen is characterized by its gentle waters, renowned for their skin-beautifying effects. In the open-air bath, which offers views of the seasonal nature, you can enjoy a moment enveloped in steam, listening to the gentle murmur of the river and the sound of the wind.
The Special Room fuses traditional Japanese aesthetics with modern comfort. The spacious layout, high-quality furnishings, and the tranquil scenery of rice fields and streams extending beyond the window create a profound stillness that allows you to completely forget the everyday. This is an experience where you can escape the urban bustle and fully liberate both mind and body.
Basic Information
- Event Date
- Upon Request (Year-round)
- Price
- Hire Car Plan
4 Participants ¥298,000
2 Participants ¥433,000
Helicopter Plan
2 Participants ¥1,392,000
The price covers the following comprehensive services for the 2-day/1-night journey:
Admission & Venue Fees: Facility admission and private charter fees.
Experience Fees: All hands-on experience costs.
Private Transport: Exclusive use of the Hire Car (2 days / 1 night).
Personnel: Dedicated Guide and Interpreter services.
Meals: Two Lunches (2) and one Dinner (1).
Accommodation: One night's stay (1).
- Language Support
- English
All facility tours and experiences are guided in Japanese and translated into English by the accompanying interpreter.
- Important Information
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- ・Reservations are accepted upon request, and your booking will be confirmed once you receive a confirmation email.
- ・This plan is carried out with special permission, and participants are required to follow the guidelines.
Reservation Information
- Contact
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Himeji Convention & Visitors Bureau
TEL 079-222-2285
- Where to Reserve
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Himeji Convention & Visitors Bureau
E-mail: info@himeji-kanko.jp
- How to Reserve
- Booking is accepted via Email.
- Reservation Deadline
- 7 days before the desired date from the available schedule
- Minimum Group Size
- Minimum: 1 person, Maximum: 4 people
- Cancelation Fee
- 5 days before: 40%, the day before: 50%, on the day: 100%
- Organizer/Supplier
- Himeji Convention & Visitors Bureau














