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Culinary and Cultural Wonders : Japanese Sword Forging, Soy Sauce, Tofu, and Miso Tours

Culinary and Cultural Wonders : Japanese Sword Forging, Soy Sauce, Tofu, and Miso Tours

5-8H

The Japanese sword, which has countless fans both in Japan and overseas, is characterized by its dual nature as both a weapon for battle and a work of art. One of Saitama’s best kept secrets is a genuine Japanese sword forge located in the town of Kamikawa, Saitama Prefecture, just north of Tokyo. Blacksmiths who work with iron were once revered as close to the divine, and this tour offers an intimate look at their refined skills, as well as their traditional white-clad attire and rituals passed down from the artform’s heyday. Kamikawa is blessed with high-quality water, and Yamaki Brewery, who produce Japanese favorites like soy sauce, tofu, and miso is also nearby. Following this itinerary lets you experience the soul of the samurai through Japanese sword-making along with Japanese food culture.

Experience Fruit Picking and Japanese Pop Culture via the Seibu Railway.

Experience Fruit Picking and Japanese Pop Culture via the Seibu Railway.

5-8H

Introducing easily accessible tourist spots using the Seibu Railway "1Day Pass." The first spot is "Sayama Berryland," where you can enjoy fruit picking, including strawberries in winter and blueberries in summer. The second spot is "Tokorozawa Sakura Town," offering modern architecture, contemporary Japanese pop culture, as well as dining and shopping experiences. The Seibu Railway "1Day Pass" provides unlimited rides on Seibu Railway lines (excluding the Tamagawa Line) for a day. For more details, click here⇒https://www.seiburailway.jp/railways/tourist/english/ticket/daypass.html

Experience Japanese Culture with Seibu Railway

Experience Japanese Culture with Seibu Railway

8H

Enjoy a day of fun sightseeing with Seibu Railway's one-day pass from either Ikebukuro or Shinjuku Station. Step back in time to 1960s Japan at Seibu Yuenchi Amusement Park and immerse yourself in the culture and lifestyle of that era. Experience modern architecture and contemporary Japanese pop culture at Tokorozawa Sakura Town.

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