10 Best Odawara Tours

Odawara Castle was the Hojo clan’s stronghold until Toyotomi Hideyoshi besieged it in 1590; the keep you see now is a 1960 rebuild with a museum inside. The ninja experiences lean on the Fuma ninja who served the Hojo, and the town’s kamaboko fish cakes make a good snack after.

2.Odawara: Guided Ninja & Samurai Tour of Odawara Castle

Discover the world of ninjas and samurai with a guided tour of Odawara Castle, including hands-on training, museum visits, and historic stories.

★ 5.0

“My Girlfriend and I really enjoyed the Tour. The Tour Guide Naoya, or as he liked to be called „Ninja“, was very friendly, knowledgeable and humorous! First we walked outside of the castle area and he informed us about the history of the castle. Then…”

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3.Forest Bathing in Temple and Enjoy Onsen With Healing Power

Discover the ultimate rejuvenation at Temple with forest bathing and the healing power of onsen. Embrace tranquility and click to immerse yourself in nature's embrace.

★ 5.0

“The day was perfect for a nice walk up towards a very famous temple, forest, bathing, good exercise, beautiful temple shrines and buildings made of Cedar and Cypress wood. Ending with the delicious lunch at a local tea house.”

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4.Odawara Castle and Town Guided Discovery Tour

Uncover the secrets of Odawara Castle and immerse yourself in the charm of this historic town. Join our guided discovery tour today!

★ 5.0

“Jeff was an amazing guide with his knowledge of the area, the history and culture. We got into a lot of different conversations and he provided great insights and perspectives on a number of subjects. I especially liked the samurai museum inside the Odawara Castle.…”

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6.TakigyoTraditional Japanese Waterfall Training meditation

Experience authentic Japanese waterfall meditation with Takigyo in Odawara. Purify your mind, connect with nature, guided by knowledgeable monks.

★ 5.0

“Doing Takigyo was one of the most special experiences we had in Japan. The moment under the waterfall and especially the feeling afterward was unforgettable. You feel completely calm, proud, and deeply grateful. Kai and his team guided uRead more”

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7.Japanese Traditional Music Experience in Odawara

Discover the captivating melodies of the koto, a traditional Japanese stringed instrument, in a private lesson in Odawara, where you'll immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Japan.

★ 5.0

“I really enjoyed learning how to play Koto. At the beginning it looked difficult but she picked an easy piece and taught me an easy move that would make me look like a professional player. Her lesson was full of fun and also educational. I…”

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8.Odawara: Odawara Castle and Town Guided Discovery Tour

Discover the hidden wonders of Odawara Castle and Town on our guided tour. Uncover the secrets of this historic gem. Click now for an unforgettable adventure!

★ 5.0

“Really enjoyed the personalised tour with Jeff and his colleague. They were really knowledgeable and open in sharing the history of the odawara castle, also very friendly and chill guys to talk to about japanese culture and other things. Highly recommend this memorable experience !!!”

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