Description
Discover the history and stories of the samurai and ninja at Odawara Castle on this exploration and experience into Japanese culture and history. Odawara Castle is the centerpiece for this walking tour that will include historic insight, local goods, craft shops, and much more. This castle was the grounds for some of Japan’s most famous samurai and ruled over a large part of central Japan during the Sengoku Period of Japanese history. A city walking tour with a bilingual local guide is also included as we explore this historic city on foot. The city still has many connections to the traditions and culture of the time of the samurai. Learn about the history of the samurai, architecture of Japanese castle, and all about the mysterious ninja.
10:30am: Meet at the Odawara Tourism Information Center in Odawara Station
10:30am: Guided tour of Odawara Castle Park (Odawara Castle, Samurai Museum, Ninja Museum)
12:30pm: Guided tour of town
13:30pm: Experience ends at Odawara Station
