(2-10 people) Special Guided Tour of Tomioka Silk Mill Area
Tomioka, home to the World Heritage Tomioka Silk Mill, is a town rich with history. Let’s take a step into the town’s nearly 400 year-old past, while exploring the key spots that contributed to its development. This includes a special tour of Tomioka Silk Mill which features the renovated West Cocoon Warehouse, a National Treasure. Your local guide will introduce you to local snacks you can enjoy along the way, as well as places and history only known to locals. *An interpreter may accompany you.
Overview
*The itinerary can be customized according to your interest (Local Food / Architecture / Shopping). Please let us know your preference at the end of the reservation process.
(Tours can be customized from 90 minutes up to 4 hours.)
[Meet up] Joshu-Tomioka Station
Joshu-Tomioka Station==Tomioka Warehouse==Tomioka City Hall==Suwa Shrine==Tomioka Chamber of Commerce and Industry Hall==Ryukoji Temple==Tomioka Silk Mill (West Cocoon Warehouse==Company Residence no.76==East Cocoon Warehouse==Silk-Reeling Plant==Brunat House==Tomioka Silk Gallery) == Former Nirazuka Silk Mill==Ginza Street (including Hanami Senbei and Okaju Nikuten) ==San-cho Street==Suzuran Street==Dismissed at Machinaka Tourist Information and Souvenir Hall (Otomichan’s House)
*The price includes local snacks (about 3 types) and admission to Tomioka Silk Mill.
*If you have a preferred dismissal point, please let us know upon reservation.
*Please note that we are not responsible for any accidents during the tour.
*Please bring your own warm clothing and rain gear if necessary.
*If you plan to eat (sit down at a café/restaurant) or shop, please have cash ready as many shops only accept cash.
*Preschool children Free. Fees apply from elementary school age.
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