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[Shiga, Otsu] Explore the world of Murasaki Shikibu and the Tale of Genji with Ishiyama-dera Temple, the Taiga Drama Museum, and a Seta River and Lake Biwa River Cruise
- Beginners welcome - First try
- Empty-hands OK
- Children welcome
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Possible number of bookings2～10
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Participating age6Age ～ 99 Age
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Duration3～4 hours
This special guided tour visits Ishiyama-dera Temple, which is associated with Murasaki Shikibu, the protagonist of this year's taiga drama, and the "To You, Shining Lake Biwa Otsu Taiga Drama Museum." A local volunteer guide will provide a detailed tour of the highlights of Ishiyama-dera Temple and the drama museum. You can also enjoy the Seta River and Lake Biwa River Cruise, which gives you a sense of the history of the Ishiyama pilgrimage that Murasaki Shikibu experienced. This cruise departs from in front of the Ishiyama-dera temple gate, and offers a special experience of being able to enjoy the beautiful scenery that Murasaki Shikibu would have seen from the boat. Enjoy a rich time on this tour, where you can enjoy both the historical setting and the beauty of nature at the same time. ~Experience process~In front of the Higashidaimon gate of Ishiyama-dera Temple...Ishiyama-dera Temple (Main hall/Murasaki Shikibu memorial tower/Tahoto Pagoda/Taiga Drama Museum)...Ishiyama-dera Port~ (Seta River and Lake Biwa River Cruise)~Ishiyama-dera Port...In front of the Ishiyama-dera temple gate (Sweets will be given to you. *Ishiyama-dera Pudding Honpo)
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| Reservation cancellation fee generation date | Cancellation fee will be charged from 7 days before the event date. |
| About cancellation | Please note that in the event of cancellation due to customer's convenience, the following cancellation fees will be charged. Cancellation between 7 days to 2 days in advance: 30% Cancellation the day before: 40% Cancellation on the day: 50% Cancellation without permission: 100% |
| About event termination | The tour may change depending on the weather. |
Detailed information of this plan
| Required minimum number of participants | 2 Person(s) |
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| Possible number of bookings | 2～10 |
| About duration |
3～4 hours
About 3 hours
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| Operating period | 2024/8/10〜2024/12/15 Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from August 10th (Sat) to December 15th (Sun) 2024, and every day from August 13th (Tue) to August 16th (Fri) (excluding September 21st (Sat)) |
| Assembly time | Please arrive 10 minutes prior to your reservation time. |
| Booking deadline | until 16:59 5 days before |
| Matters require attention | ・There will be no tour conductor. ・There will be no volunteer guide on board, and they will only guide you around the Ishiyama-dera area. ・Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes. ・The tour contents may change depending on the weather. ・The sweets contents may change. ・Transportation: Mokubei Shipyard, Lake Biwa Kisen |
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Plan attractions
Ishiyama Temple This temple is said to be where Murasaki Shikibu, the protagonist of this year's taiga drama, came up with the idea for "The Tale of Genji." The "Genji Room" remains in the main hall. It is also the 13th temple of the Thirty-Three Kannon Temples of the Western Provinces, and is famous for "Autumn Moon at Ishiyama," one of the Eight Views of Omi. [Visit]
To the Shining You: The Tale of Genji: The Path of Lovers Exhibition at the Lake Biwa Otsu Taiga Drama Museum The exhibition features costumes and props that appear in the historical drama "To You Who Shines", as well as panels that show the behind-the-scenes of filming. In the adjacent "The Tale of Genji: The Sorrow of Those in Love" exhibition, you can see a special exhibition that touches on the waka poems of the Tale of Genji and the culture of the Heian period. [Admission]
Seta River and Lake Biwa River Cruise This cruise departs from in front of the Ishiyama-dera Temple gate, offering a special experience where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery that Murasaki Shikibu would have seen from the boat. Enjoy a rich time on this tour where you can enjoy both historical settings and the beauty of nature at the same time.
In front of Ishiyamadera Temple (We will give you sweets. *Ishiyamadera Pudding Honpo)
Access - Map
Ishiyama-dera Temple East Gate
10 minutes walk from Keihan "Ishiyamadera Station"
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- Sightseeing tour/Guided tour Guided tour City walking tour Strolling tours / Walking tours Hobby / Cultural experience Traditional culture experience Visit temples & shrines Historic sites tour Vehicle Boat / Pleasure boat / Cruising Pleasure boat / Water bus Yakatabune houseboat / Cruising / Pleasure boat Entertainment Ticket Cruising / Boat party
| Authorization issued by | Shiga Prefecture Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-243 |
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| Insurance information | Sompo Japan Zentabikyo / Travel Agency Vicarious Liability Insurance, 1 Accident 300 Million Yen |
| License and Qualifications | Itinerary management when using transportation, certified training by volunteer guide groups for town guides |
| Member organizations and associations | All Nippon Travel Agents Association |
| Number of staff | 8 people |
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