Nagoya: Samurai Sword Heritage & Sacred Forest Walk
ID: GYG1473510-2249553
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Land: Japan
Duur:
03:00 uren
Beschrijving
Step into an ancient sacred forest in Nagoya. Discover warlord Oda Nobunaga's victory wall, explore rare samurai katana collections, and uncover 2,000 years of Imperial sword legends.
Step into a tranquil 2,000-year-old sacred forest and uncover the intense samurai heritage of Atsuta Shrine, one of Japan's most revered Imperial Shinto sanctuaries. Designed for history enthusiasts, photo collectors, and culture seekers, this curated walking experience focuses on feudal warlord legends, sacred katana craftsmanship, and ancient spiritual traditions away from modern city noise.
Meet your expert local guide at JR Nagoya Station before taking a brief train ride together to Atsuta Shrine. Upon arrival, enter shaded woodland paths framed by giant, thousand-year-old camphor trees. Learn about the legendary Kusanagi-no-Tsurugi, the sacred Imperial sword housed within the sanctuary grounds that has shaped Japanese mythology for millennia.
Discover the famous Nobunaga Wall, a massive mud-and-tile fortification gifted by the iconic warlord Oda Nobunaga following his miraculous victory at the Battle of Okehazama in 1560. Stand before this historic monument as your guide brings feudal military strategies and samurai devotion to life.
Continue your journey to the shrine’s treasure hall to admire a world-class collection of authentic samurai swords, sacred daggers, and historic artifacts. Conclude your tour with personalized local recommendations on where to savor authentic Nagoya Hitsumabushi (grilled eel) at historic eateries located right outside the shrine grounds.
Hoogtepunten
- Uncover 2,000 years of Imperial sword mythology in an ancient sacred forest
- See the historic Nobunaga Wall gifted by warlord Oda Nobunaga in 1560
- Examine authentic samurai swords & katana artifacts at the Treasure Hall
- Get insider tips on tasting Nagoya's famous Hitsumabushi grilled eel nearby
Talen
BELANGRIJKE INFORMATIE
Please arrive at the meeting point 5-10 minutes before the start time; your guide will be holding a sign board with the tour name. If you are running late or cannot find your guide, please message us through the GetYourGuide app right away. The itinerary may be adjusted for weather, crowds or temporary closures
This is a walking tour of several kilometers on city streets, with some stairs and slopes; comfortable walking shoes are recommended
INCLUDED
- Local guide
- Kusanagi-kan (Atsuta Shrine sword museum) admission fee
NIET INBEGREPEN.
- Food and drinks
- Transportation fees
- Admission fees and other expenses not specified in the “Included” section
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
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Annuleringen
Deze excursie kunt u kosteloos annuleren tot: annuleringstijd voor aanvang van de reis. Bij annulering na: annulering na: annuleringstijd of niet aanwezig zijn op de excursie wordt de volledige prijs van de activiteit alsnog in rekening gebracht. Te laat komen bij het ophalen of vertrekken wordt beschouwd als niet komen opdagen.
