Explore Hagi through the world of its samurai—from the castle town where they lived, to the post towns they traveled through and the Hagi-yaki they cherished. Discover the traces of their lives still found throughout Hagi today.
Duration
3D/2N
Group Size
2−14 guests
*Private tour
Season
Year-round
Price
From ¥179,000 per guest
Highlights
Trace Hagi’s Samurai Legacy:
Explore the places where samurai lived and traveled, from the historic castle town to the Hagi-Okan post towns.
Experience Exclusive Hagi-yaki:
Visit one of Hagi’s oldest kilns, meet a 14th-generation master potter, and experience 400 years of Hagi-yaki tradition.
Discover Japan Away from the Crowds:
Enjoy Hagi’s historic streets, rural landscapes, and local traditions at a relaxed pace.
Itinerary
9:30 am — Meet at Shin-Yamaguchi Station and travel to Hagi by private vehicle.
11:00 am–3:30 pm — Samurai Town Cycling
Explore Hagi’s historic castle town by electric bike, with a local lunch along the way.
4:00 pm — Check in at the hotel.
*The Samurai Town Cycling tour can be replaced with a walking tour upon request.
*Lunch: Local restaurant / Dinner: Hotel
*Stay at Hagi Honjn
8:30 am — Depart from the hotel.
8:45 am–3:00 pm — Samurai Post Town Walk
Visit a charming historic post town along the Hagi-Okan route, once traveled by samurai journeying between Hagi and Edo. Enjoy a local lunch at a restaurant in a traditional Japanese house along the way.
3:00–5:00 pm — Free time to explore Hagi at your own pace.
*Breakfast: Hotel / Lunch: Local restaurant / Dinner: Hotel
*Stay at Hagi Honjn
8:30 am — Depart from the hotel.
9:00 am–12:00 pm — Hagi-yaki Master Potter Experience
Experience over 400 years of Hagi-yaki tradition with exclusive access to one of Hagi’s historic kilns, a private meeting with the 14th-generation master potter, and a matcha experience served in handcrafted Hagi-yaki.
12:00–4:00 pm — Local Lunch & Free Time
Enjoy a local lunch, followed by free time to explore Hagi at your own pace.
4:00–5:00 pm — Travel from Hagi to Shin-Yamaguchi Station by private vehicle.
*Breakfast: Hotel / Lunch: Local restaurant
Hagi Honjin
A popular onsen hotel featuring 14 different types of hot springs. In addition to twin rooms, single rooms are also available.
*Occupancy: 1–3 guests per room
Tomoe Ryokan — Upgrade Option
A historic ryokan with over 100 years of history, offering garden-view rooms and a blend of traditional Japanese charm and modern comfort.
*Additional cost: Approx. ¥15,000 per guest, per night
*Occupancy: 1–4 guests per room
Tour Details
| Season | Year-round |
| Duration | 3 days / 2 nights |
| Group Size | 2 – 14 guests *1 guide for up to 7 guests |
| Meeting and drop-off point | In front of the Shinkansen ticket gates at Shin-Yamaguchi Station |
| Price (tax included) | 2 – 3 guests: ¥209,000 per guest 4 – 6 guests: ¥189,000 per guest 7+ guests: ¥179,000 per guest |
| Included | – Private transfer: Shin-Yamaguchi ⇆ Hagi – 2-night stay at Hagi Honjin with breakfast & dinner – 3 local lunches – English-speaking local guide during sightseeing and free time – All experience and admission fees |
| Excluded | – Transportation to/from Shin-Yamaguchi Station before and after the tour – Personal expenses – Drinks not included with meals – Travel insurance |
| Participant Requirements | – Minimum height: 135 cm (4 ft 5 in) – Participants must be able to ride a bicycle independently and safely. |
| Booking Conditions | Advance requests of at least 14 days are recommended. |
| Cancellation Policy | 21 days or more before the start date: No charge 20–8 days before the start date: 20% 7–2 days before the start date: 30% 1 day before the start date: 40% On the start date (before departure): 50% After departure / No-show: 100% |
| Note | – All daytime tours start and end at the Discover HAGI Tours office (next to The Hagi Bus Center). Complimentary hotel shuttle service is available between the hotel and our office. Please contact us if you prefer a private vehicle for the entire itinerary. – The itinerary and tour activities may be adjusted due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. – Restaurants may be changed to another local restaurant depending on availability. – The Samurai Town Cycling tour can be replaced with a walking tour upon request. |