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A traditional Japanese castle with multiple tiers, surrounded by pine trees and a clear blue sky. 1
A traditional Japanese castle with multiple tiers and a stone base, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees. 2
A stone wall with green ivy, a paved road, and a stone structure in the background. 3
A traditional building with a stone wall, a tiled roof, and a large black gate. 4
A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof and wooden walls, surrounded by moss-covered ground and trees. 5
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The previous price was NZ$360 and current price is NZ$197 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Overview

  • Discover the historical significance of Tsuruga Castle, the heart of the Aizu domain, on this in-depth guided tour. Delve into the disciplined society of the Aizu samurai, where loyalty and conduct shaped daily life amidst the backdrop of Japan’s Boshin War. As you ascend the castle, explore its architecture that reveals the complexities of power and governance, culminating in scenic views of the land they defended. The journey concludes at Rinkaku, a historic tea house, where you’ll engage in a traditional tea ceremony that embodies the values of calm and control cherished by the samurai.

    • Guided exploration of Tsuruga Castle, focusing on Aizu's samurai culture
    • Insight into the Boshin War and its impact on Aizu's history
    • Participate in a traditional tea ceremony at the historic Rinkaku tea house
    • Flexible participation options from Tsuruga Castle or Aizu-Wakamatsu Station

Activity location

  • Tsuruga jo Castle
    • 1-1 Otemachi,
    • 965-0873, Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 7-Eleven; Aizu-Wakamatsu Catsle
    • 53 8
    • 965-0872, Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Fukushima: Samurai Ethics and Daily Life in Aizu

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

Starting point:
7-Eleven; Aizu-Wakamatsu Catsle, 8-53 Higashisakaemachi, Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima 965-0872, Japan

Language options: English
Starting time: 2:30 PM
Price details
NZ$359.05
NZ$197.48 x 1 AdultNZ$197.48
Total
The previous price was NZ$359.05 and current price is NZ$197.48
45% off
Until Thu, 3 Sept

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Visit to Rinkaku tea house
  • Inclusions
    Guided tour of Tsuruga Castle
  • Inclusions
    Tea & Sweats
  • Exclusions
    Meals
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Tsuruga jo Castle

  • 1h 10m
  • Admission ticket included
Tsuruga Castle is the historic centre of Aizu and a powerful symbol of samurai rule in northern Japan. Reconstructed on its original site, the castle stands out for its distinctive red roof tiles and strong defensive design. It played a key role during the Boshin War, Japan’s civil conflict at the end of the samurai era, when Aizu forces resisted the new imperial government. Today, the castle offers insight into how a feudal domain was governed, defended, and ultimately transformed at the moment Japan entered the modern age.

Chashitsurinkaku

  • 40m
  • Admission ticket included
Rinkaku is a historic tea house located within the grounds of Tsuruga Castle and closely associated with the lords of Aizu. Built in the early Edo period, it reflects the deep connection between samurai culture and the practice of tea. For the samurai, tea was not merely a social custom but a disciplined art that emphasised calmness, respect, and self-control. Rinkaku provides a quiet contrast to the castle’s military setting, highlighting the cultural and spiritual values that shaped samurai life.

Location

Activity location

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    Tsuruga jo Castle
    • 1-1 Otemachi,
    • 965-0873, Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    7-Eleven; Aizu-Wakamatsu Catsle
    • 53 8
    • 965-0872, Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    会津若松駅入口の赤べこ
    • 1 1
    • 965-0041, Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima, Japan

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