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Kimono Experience in Toyama Hokuriku
Kimono dressing, a matcha tea ceremony and a stroll along the Uchikawa canal in Shinminato, 90 minutes or 3 hours, from a Showa-era shop.
US$39 each · US$78 for two · Meeting point in the listing
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- Kimono rental, dressing and the matcha experience are included; 7 reviews average 5.0.
- The shop is a minute's walk from Kawa no Eki Shinminato on the Uchikawa, the one listing here that is walkable from the small-ship Kaiwo Berth.
- Private, up to 5, so a couple or small group is not mixed with strangers.
Azamara Pursuit and other small-ship passengers docking at Shinminato, or anyone making Shinminato their day.
From the big-ship wharf at Fushiki it is a taxi ride of about 14 minutes by our routing estimate, not a walk. Choose the length when you book: the record lists 90-minute and 3-hour versions. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
The day, stop by stop
- 1 hrAfter completing the registration, you will start by choosing a kimono. Once you have selected your kimono, we will proceed with the kimono dressing. You can also take photos inside the store.
- 30 minAfter putting on the kimono, it's time for the matcha experience. Let's enjoy some matcha. We will guide you through the basic etiquette, including how to greet, take the sweets, and drink the tea.
- Azumabashi Bridge · 1 hrYou can stroll around the Uchikawa area and take photos. Around Uchikawa, you will find shrines, temples, shops, and various unique bridges.
- 15 minAfter returning to the store, you will take off the kimono, and the experience will be complete.
- Kimono Dressing
- Kimono Rental
- Matcha Experience
- other personal expenses
Guide languages: English. Cancellation: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Run by おきがえ処KIPPO.
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Before you book
Is the Kimono Experience in Toyama Hokuriku worth it from the Fushiki–Toyama cruise port?
Kimono dressing, a matcha tea ceremony and a stroll along the Uchikawa canal in Shinminato, 90 minutes or 3 hours, from a Showa-era shop. Best for: Azamara Pursuit and other small-ship passengers docking at Shinminato, or anyone making Shinminato their day.
How long a port call do I need for this tour?
About 5 hours. The tour runs 1 hr 30 min – 3 hr; add half an hour to get off the ship and keep the hour before all-aboard free. 3 hours (the longer option) plus 90 minutes is 4.5 hours; from the Fushiki wharf add the taxi each way and call it 5 hours. Fits any call.
Can I cancel if my ship skips the port?
The operator's policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What should I know before booking?
From the big-ship wharf at Fushiki it is a taxi ride of about 14 minutes by our routing estimate, not a walk. Choose the length when you book: the record lists 90-minute and 3-hour versions. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
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