• Kitakata Kura no Sato - Founded in 1993, Kitakata Kura no Sato serves as a hub for preserving the cultural tradition of constructing kura (traditional warehouses) and magariya (L-shaped houses), which are significant elements of the Kitakata area’s lifestyle heritage.

Within this 4,500 square-meter site, ten traditional-style buildings are present. These include a mise-gura (a shop kura), a miso-gura (kura for storing miso paste), a kokumotsu-gura (a grain storage kura), and a kura-zashiki (a residential kura), along with the homes of local officials (Go-gashira and Kimoiri) arranged around a courtyard.

• Kitakata Ramen Museum & Shrine - The Kitakata ramen museum, dedicated to all things ramen, is now complete! Accompanying the museum is a ramen shrine, showcasing the history and story of Kitakata Ramen. At the shrine’s center is a large ramen bowl where visitors can pray for good fortune in love! Visit the shrine to see if Kitakata Ramen will bring romance your way!
• Yamatogawa Sake Brewery Northern Climate Museum - Established in 1790, this historic sake brewery shop displays various sake-making tools in the oldest warehouse, “Edo Warehouse,” built during the Edo period. Visitors can observe part of the traditional sake-making process. The on-site shop features a sake tasting corner where over 10 varieties of Yauemon rice wine can be sampled for free. Enjoy tasting and purchasing sake crafted from selected local ingredients for local enjoyment.
• Shingu Kumano Shrine Nagatoko - Constructed in 1055, the Nagatoko is the worship hall of Shingu Kumano Shrine, translating to “long floor.” It is recognized as a Nationally Important Cultural Asset. Built as the main structure from the Heian to Kamakura periods, its thatched roof is supported by 44 large pillars, each 45 cm in diameter. This forms a single expansive, open stage without walls, historically used for ascetic training by priests and kagura dance festivals.

Nearby, a large wooden frame houses the shrine bell, which visitors are invited to strike with a wooden rod. Additionally, a renowned copper pot, allegedly used for rinsing rice before offering it to the gods, was designated an Important Cultural Property in 1959. This treasure, along with many others, is displayed at the shrine, featuring national and prefectural designated cultural assets.

• Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Kitakata
• Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
• Customizable Tour of your choice of 2-3 sites from ‘What to expect’ list

• Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
• Private transportation
• You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
• Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.

Embark on a value-filled journey with an authorized and experienced multilingual tour guide to discover Kitakata effectively and enjoyably!

Renowned for its rich supply of water and rice, Kitakata’s passion for ramen and superior sake is unmistakable. Take a leisurely stroll around the town center to observe the numerous kura, or traditional Japanese storehouses, that now serve as inns, retail outlets, breweries, and niche stores. A majority of these can be found in the heart of the city.

Your day begins with your guide picking you up at your hotel in the morning. Share your specific requests for the day, and we will tailor your itinerary beforehand!

Note1: Please choose your must-visit locations from a list included in the tour info to make your personalized itinerary.
Note2: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter qualification, handed out by the Japanese government, necessitates a strong comprehension and awareness of Japanese history and culture.

• This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.