Experience Experiences & Local Tours
Discover a deeper side of Tenri and Nara —
beyond the usual tourist routes.
When staying at Meirekikan,
we hope you’ll experience the culture, history, and quiet beauty
that can only be found here.
Special places rarely open to the public,
seasonal traditions, and unique local experiences await.
Spend time that can only be experienced here.
NARA EVENTS(Coming Soon) Traditional Events of Nara
Discover seasonal traditions
that have been passed down through generations in this land.
Stay at Meirekikan
and experience the unique culture of Nara throughout the year.
Plans(Coming Soon) Sample Experience Plans
Todai-ji Special Access Tour
Explore areas normally closed to the public
with a local guide deeply familiar with Nara’s history and culture.
Approx. 4 hours / Available year-round
Tenri Autumn Leaves & Walking Festival
During the second weekend of November,
the streets in front of Tenrikyo Headquarters become a pedestrian-only area.
Enjoy a full day walking through the autumn colors of Tenri and Nara.
Omizutori Special Experience
A rare seasonal experience available only during the Omizutori period.
Includes special access to training areas normally closed to the public.
Approx. 3 hours / February only
Yamanobe-no-Michi Walking Tour
Walk along Japan’s oldest road
between Sakurai and Tenri at a relaxed pace.
A recommended course is to start from Meirekikan in the morning
and return by evening.
Approx. 5–6 hours / Available year-round
(Recommended in spring and autumn)
Tanzan Shrine Autumn Tour
Visit Tanzan Shrine, known as the setting of the Taika Reform.
The contrast between the thirteen-story pagoda
and the autumn leaves is one of Nara’s most iconic seasonal views.
Approx. 3 hours / Available year-round
(Especially recommended in November)
Ikebana, Kimono, Samurai Experiences & More
We are also happy to arrange cultural experiences unique to Nara and Tenri.
If there is something special you would like to experience in Japan,
please feel free to ask.
We will do our best to arrange it for you.
Interested in one of our experience plans?
For details, pricing, and reservations,
please contact us by phone.
Call Us
080-4020-8913
Reception Hours: 10:00–12:00 / 13:00–17:00
(Closed Wednesdays & Thursdays)