Tours & Activities in Matsue

Matsue is a castle town that is great for wearing kimonos, and wearing a kimono as you tour the area is one of the best ways to experience the traditional atmosphere of Matsue. Please take a lot of memorable pictures in kimonos.

- Having a guide makes your trip that much more interesting - When you travel, it's fairly common for your trip to end with you just having gone to the spots you picked out. However, it's often the little spur-of-the-moment side trips that end up being the most memorable part of a journey. TRIP SPICE's cycling event provides guests with the chance to make your trip extra special, as if you're spending time with a friend from the area. Our guides will introduce you to the history of Matsue Castle, of course, but also tell you about other details of the city as you visit local shops, learn about the local cuisine, and enjoy unique local scenery. If you like history and culture, please select the Basic Course. You will visit Matsue Castle and the surrounding castle town, which will give you glimpses of how Japan looked 400 years ago. You will also visit local shops and enjoy sightseeing in Matsue and cycling along Lake Shinji. At the end of your tour, you'll get a chance to sample the tea and tea sweets food culture of Matsue as well. If you want to sample traditional Japanese scenery, please select the Nature Course. You will cycle from Matsue Castle to a rice paddy area, where you can speed down the paths between the fields. The scenery is much like that of large wheat field, and this is only something you can experience on a bicycle. Treat yourself to some goat milk gelato and enjoy your cycling adventure in Matsue's natural surroundings. We will use E-Bikes on this course, so feel free to sign up even if you're not an experienced cyclist. Enjoy an original tour of the city with your guide, and feel free to stop by any places that grab your interest!

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Eastern Shimane! Shimane Prefecture sits on the southwestern portion of Japan's main island of Honshu, and is the perfect spot to visit if you're looking for an off the beaten path travel experience. Often overlooked by visitors in favor of more well known destinations, the region has culture, nature and history by the bucketload – just without the massive crowds to battle! Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a four-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

The Yata Ferry area has 1300 years of history, and from here, you can take the only remaining ferry boat out to Kitsunemorijima, an uninhabited island that has a campground on it. Although it is relatively close to the central part of the city, you can enjoy relaxing here in a natural environment, sitting by a campfire, walking around the island, or any number of other activities available to do there. So why not hop on the ferry and enjoy an experience that's a little bit different from sightseeing in the city?

[One-day boarding pass] Purchase date is free during business hours and you can get on and off at any of the three piers. You can see seasonal trees and flowers on the route. Wild birds and fish, insects and boatmen Not only guide, but also fun to see with the eyes. If you are lucky, rays etc. 海 You can see the sea creatures. コ ー ス It is a varied course where you can also feel the historic townscape of the castle town and the life of the citizens I have

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Eastern Shimane! Shimane Prefecture sits on the southwestern portion of Japan's main island of Honshu, and is the perfect spot to visit if you're looking for an off the beaten path travel experience. Often overlooked by visitors in favor of more well known destinations, the region has culture, nature and history by the bucketload – just without the massive crowds to battle! Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

Horikawa Komachi is a kimono rental shop in Matsue. It has a welcoming, at-home atmosphere. With a wide selection of colors and designs, you can choose the kimono or ninja costume that suits you the best. The friendly staff are waiting for you! Matsue Castle, a national treasure, and a townscape of former samurai residences are located near our rental shop, Horikawa Komachi, so you can feel just like a ninja! Anyone can enjoy our ninja experience, children, adults, men, and women. You can also rent small articles like katana. *We can accommodate heights from 120cm to 170cm.

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. Enjoy a hugely romantic getaway in one of the most exciting cities in Japan. You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. Why is Izumo Taisha Shrine known as a spot that grants luck and good fortune in love and relationships? What is the most famous historical couple in Japan? What is the famous beautiful love story of princess Inata Hime and Susanoo? This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. Why does Matsue attract visitors around the world all year round? Known as the “City of Water”, Matsue is so rich in cultural assets and historical sites that most of Japan's ancient legends have their roots from Matsue. You will have a chance to explore the city while hearing fascinating facts and legends. How was a man named Gensuke sacrificed during the construction of the Matsue Ohashi Bridge to appease the spirits of the river? Gensuke is now a legend of the Matsue Ohashi Bridge. You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, and corners of Matsue. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!