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Nijo Castle UNESCO: Where the Samurai Era Ended (Admission Incl.) 20% OFF
Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$64
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they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Stand in the room where 260 years of samurai rule ended.
In 1867, the last Tokugawa shogun walked into Nijo Castle's Ohiroma hall and handed power back to the emperor — closing Japan's longest warrior era. With your guide, you'll trace those final steps, cross the famous Nightingale Floors designed to ""sing"" under intruders' feet, and walk the koi-filled moats. You'll also learn why this gilded fortress was built within earshot of the Imperial Palace — not as tribute, but as quiet defiance.
Highlights:
- Step inside the rooms where the samurai era officially ended in 1867
- Walk the legendary Nightingale Floor — it sings under your feet
- UNESCO World Heritage admission included
- Uncover the hidden Shogun-vs-Emperor rivalry built into the castle
- Stroll the koi-filled moat gardens of Tokugawa Ieyasu's fortress
- Small-group walk with a local guide
Curious how an era of warriors ended without a sword drawn? This is where it happened.
In 1867, the last Tokugawa shogun walked into Nijo Castle's Ohiroma hall and handed power back to the emperor — closing Japan's longest warrior era. With your guide, you'll trace those final steps, cross the famous Nightingale Floors designed to ""sing"" under intruders' feet, and walk the koi-filled moats. You'll also learn why this gilded fortress was built within earshot of the Imperial Palace — not as tribute, but as quiet defiance.
Highlights:
- Step inside the rooms where the samurai era officially ended in 1867
- Walk the legendary Nightingale Floor — it sings under your feet
- UNESCO World Heritage admission included
- Uncover the hidden Shogun-vs-Emperor rivalry built into the castle
- Stroll the koi-filled moat gardens of Tokugawa Ieyasu's fortress
- Small-group walk with a local guide
Curious how an era of warriors ended without a sword drawn? This is where it happened.
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Nijo Castle UNESCO: Where the Samurai Era Ended (Admission Incl.)
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Nijo Castle
- A Professional Local Guide
- Photo opportunities throughout
- Personal expenses
- Food and beverage expenses
- Transportation during the tour
Meeting point
Your guide will be waiting in front of Nijojo-mae Station (Nijo-jo Castle). They are holding a signboard for our inbound tour service, so please use that as a reference point to meet up. If you have trouble finding them, you can contact the guide directly via WhatsApp or phone.
Return details
Your guide will be waiting in front of Nijojo-mae Station (Nijo-jo Castle). They are holding a signboard for our inbound tour service, so please use that as a reference point to meet up. If you have trouble finding them, you can contact the guide directly via WhatsApp or phone.
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Nijo CastleExplore the historic Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its beautiful gardens, ornate architecture, and the famous “nightingale floors” that chirp as you walk.
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Nijo Castle UNESCO: Where the Samurai Era Ended (Admission Incl.) 20% OFF
Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$64
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!