Omiwa Shrine Private Walking Tour from Nara with Flowing Noodles
Omiwa Jinja: 1422 Miwa, Sakurai, Nara 633-0001, Japan
- Take a train from Nara with a guide
- View Japan's largest Otorii gate from nearby
- Enjoy Nara's specialty, Miwa Somen-nagashi. (Kamameshi rice included)
- With the privilege of enjoying dessert at a rare crepe vending machine!
What to expect
Discover Japan’s oldest shrine on this day tour from Nara to Omiwa Shrine. Take a scenic train ride to Miwa and explore the ancient sanctuary nestled at the foot of Mt. Miwa, known as “the mountain where God dwells.” Wander through the shrine’s vast grounds, surrounded by towering pines, cedars, and cypresses. Experience the shrine’s unique features, including the famous Married Couple Rock and the serene Sai Shrine spring. Complete your journey with a taste of local cuisine: Miwa Somen noodles. Try your hand at Nagashi Somen, catching flowing noodles with chopsticks and enjoying their delicate texture. This tour blends cultural exploration with culinary adventure, creating lasting memories in the heart of Nara.
Omiwa Shrine
Statue of a rabbit
Kuehiko Shrine
Miwa Somen-nagashi
Nagashi somen
Kamameshi rice
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