Myoko – Joetsu Evening Bus Tour 2025-26
Price:
8,000-10,000 JPY per person
*Discount applied for a group larger than 5
*Early bird discount with 2 weeks’ advance booking
Discover the heart of Myoko and Joetsu on our evening culture tour! Escape the resort and dive into authentic local experiences and places. Explore historic streets, savor traditional Japanese cuisine, and enjoy a night out in a seaside town of Naoetsu or the vibrant Honcho shopping district. Whether you're craving a delicious dinner or looking to unwind with friends at a traditional izakaya, this tour offers a perfect taste of local life and culture.
Book 2 weeks before the tour to get a special discounted rate.
Tour Details
*Private tour can be arranged upon request
TOUR SCHEDULE
*These may be changed due to circumstances on the day.
NAOETSU TOUR (Dec 29 & Feb 16)
(14:45 Myoko Kogen Visitor Center - only upon request with extra fee)
14:50 – Gather for the bus– Akakura main bus terminal
15:00 – Depart Akakura Onsen
- Takada Castle Park
Dec 29 - Year-end special illumination
Feb 16 - Samurai-led tour (CNY special) - Chill out at Umigatari -Night aquarium x Tokyo Revengers
Kenshin Ninja Aquarium (Feb 16)
*Aquarium tickets included - Free time in Naoetsu town for dinner & shopping
- Enjoy local specialty of seafood izakaya, crab, sushi, ramen, etc.
- Elmar Shopping Center - many shops including Japan's largest MUJI with tax return
20:00 - Arrive at Akakura
[Tour fee for NAOETSU TOUR]
- 10,000 JPY per adult / 9,000 JPY per child under 12
- EARLY BIRD Discount: 9,000 JPY per adult / 8,000 JPY per child under 12 if you book 2 weeks in advance
- Group Discount: 5,000 JPY off from the total fee for a group of more than 5 pax
* Inclusion: Transportation from Akakura, Aquarium admission, English-speaking guide
TAKADA TOUR (Jan 22, 29 & Feb 5)
(14:45 Myoko Kogen Visitor Center - only upon request with extra fee)
14:50 – Gather for the bus– Akakura main bus terminal
15:00 – Depart Akakura Onsen
- Samurai-led castle park tour
- Local sake brewery visit with special access and sampling
- Gangi street with entry to old Takada-style Machiya (townhouse)
- Free time in Honcho district with 100+ local restaurants
- Kimono, tea ceremony, or zen experience can be arranged as an option
20:00 - Arrive at Akakura
[Tour fee for TAKADA TOUR]
- 9,000 JPY per adult / 8,000 JPY per child under 12
- EARLY BIRD Discount: 8,500 JPY per adult / 7,500 JPY per child under 12 if you book 2-week in advance
- Group Discount: 3,000 JPY off from the total fee for a group of more than 5 pax
* Inclusion: Transportation from Akakura, free sampling at the sake brewery, English-speaking guide
★Special Dinner★
Planning a special dinner for a birthday, anniversary, or Chinese New Year? Let us know if you’d like help with restaurant reservations.
[REVIEWS]
- There is no other tours that show Myoko-Joetsu history and culture. Loved it.
- We had a beautiful interaction to real authentic Japanese people.
- It was a great way to learn about the local area and history.
- 10/10 - the meal was the best in Japan - very traditional!
Whats Included
- Transport from Akakura to our destinations and back again
- Aquarium ticket for Naoetsu tours
- Sake brewery special tour including sampling for Takada tours
Whats Not Included
- Dinning costs
- Bus fee for ride from Ikenotaira or Myoko Kogen station
*Please inquire
