Samurai Legacy & Tea Ceremony | Unique Teahouse at Nagoya Castle

Highlights -Explore Nagoya Castle with expert insights into samurai history -See 17th-century towers and the exquisitely rebuilt Honmaru Palace -Step inside the Sarumen Teahouse, a nationally designated cultural property rarely open to the public -Experience an authentic tea ceremony by a master in seasonal décor -Savor wagashi once crafted for the Tokugawa lords Tour Overview This exclusive afternoon tour blends the grandeur of samurai legacy with the refinement of tea culture. Begin with a guided exploration of Nagoya Castle, commissioned by Tokugawa Ieyasu and famed for its golden shachihoko. While the main keep was destroyed in WWII, original towers remain, offering a direct link to the 17th century. Continue to the Sarumen Teahouse, normally closed to the public, where a tea master performs a traditional ceremony. Seasonal sweets, tied to Nagoya’s heritage, complement the matcha. Together, this rare experience offers a multi-sensory encounter with Japan’s past.

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   Nagoya Castle

   2 hours

   Guided Tour of Nagoya Castle Walk through the expansive castle grounds and reconstructed palace as your guide shares stories of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the golden shachihoko, and the legacy of Nagoya’s role in samurai history. Exclusive Tea Ceremony at Sarumen Teahouse Step inside Sarumen Teahouse, a nationally designated cultural property normally closed to the public. Admire its seasonal décor, taste exquisite sweets once served to the Tokugawa family, and watch as a tea master performs an authentic tea ceremony before your eyes.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Minimum age of participants is 7
• This tour is conducted in English. A Mandarin, French, Spanish, German, or Korean-speaking guide may be available. Please contact the supplier in advance to check availability
• Please wear socks when entering the teahouse

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.