Free cancellation
Activity Takashima, Japan
A Day of Nature Experiences Enjoying the Lake and Town
7 hours
Private tour
About this activity
Tour points
Enjoy the morning light reflecting off the lake surface as you gently paddle out in a kayak. Enjoy local ingredients along the lakeside in the afternoon, and then take in the sights and sounds as you stroll through the old townscape in the afternoon. Enjoy a relaxing day in Takashima, where nature, culture, and the five senses intersect.
Although their English may not be perfect, guides who love Takashima will connect with you and help you have a deep exchange with the local people.
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At a glance
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Your group only
- People per booking
- 1–10
- Guide
- English
- Operated by
- H.I.S.Co., Ltd.
Ages: Adults (18–80 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Lunch
- Included: Admission fees: Kayak rental fee
- Included: Insurance premiums
- Included: Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.): Transportation (between the meeting station and the experience base) Transportation is provided free of charge as part of the experience service, and the price does not include transportation costs.
Not included
- Not included: Private transportation: Transportation costs to Omi-Takashima Station
Itinerary
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2 hours Admission included
The Shirahige Shrine kayak tour is an experience that allows you to enjoy the mystical and spectacular views of the large torii gate floating on Lake Biwa from up close.
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Omizo Castle Ruins
3 hours
The Omizo area is the castle town of Omizo Castle, built by Oda Nobuzumi, nephew of Oda Nobunaga. Surrounded by Lake Biwa and its inner lake, Otomegaike Pond, the area boasts a historic waterfront landscape. Enjoy a quiet stroll through the area, where the Edo-period streetscape and waterfront scenery from the area's former transportation hub remain.
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Meeting point and pickup
Everyone meets at the meeting point.
Meeting point
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The ticket gate of JR Omi-Takashima Station
The guide will be waiting for you with a signboard with the lead travel name.
End point
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The ticket gate of JR Omi-Takashima Station
The guide will be waiting for you with a signboard with the lead travel name.
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| Less than a day before | 0% |
Good to know
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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