Excursion Inuyama castle & meijimura museum tour at Nagoya

Explore the history, architecture and castles of Japan during this picturesque, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Meijimura Museum

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 70-minute drive to the Meijimura Museum. One of Japan's several outstanding open air museums, the Meijimura Museum displays over 60 buildings from the Meiji Period. The Meiji Period (1868-1912) is the time when modern Japan was shaped by opening her doors to the world, and embracing western culture. Few of the buildings constructed in the Meiji Period survive in Japan today, as most of them were destroyed during the war or lost to city redevelopment. A collection of representative buildings from across the country have been relocated to this museum in order to preserve the period's architectural and cultural heritage. The lobby of the Imperial Hotel by U.S. architect Frank Lloyd Wright is one of the famous attractions at the Meijimura Museum.

Inuyama Castle

Next, proceed to Inuyama Castle. Upon arrival at the Inuyama Castle, take a guided walking tour. The main keep's structure is built almost entirely of wood and rocks. Its interior is beautifully preserved, and retains an authentic feel without modern additions. The first floor of the castle contains a storage room, and a room for the lord of the castle. The second floor is the castle's armoury. It has wooden shelves for storing weapons and an approximately 11.8-foot-wide (about 3.6-metre-wide) corridor surrounding the room, which is known as musha-bashiri (warriors running). The third floor is divided into two rooms, the Hafu-no-ma and Kara-hafu. The fourth and final floor is surrounded by a viewing balcony.

At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 85-minute drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Nagoya, Meijimura Museum, Historic Buildings, Inuyama Castle, Kiso River, Armoury, Hafu-no-ma and Kara-hafu Rooms, Viewing Balcony

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of walking for approximately 1.6 miles (2.56 kilometres), with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach, 60 steps at Meijimura Museum, and 100 steps (with 60 steep steps) at the Inuyama Castle. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes and sun protection are recommended. Japanese yen is required for any purchases: guests are advised to exchange money at the airport prior the cruise. The view from the Inuyama Castle depends on the weather. Guests must remove their shoes before entering the castle. The tour sequence may vary. Local Tour Guides tend to have a strong accent therefore we urge flexibility.