Private Tour – How to enjoy Korankei all year round! Nature & Craftsmanship

Nagoya Trip Overview

“Take a train and bus from Nagoya to Asuke. Deep in the mountains, Asuke is famous for its autumn leaves, Korankei. It is a popular spot in November during Korankei, but a spot enjoyable all year round.

Walk around the old town along the beautiful river, you will see many old-fashioned buildings. There are no tourists to be seen around, why don’t you keep this city a secret to yourself?

The highlight is Asuke Yashiki, explore and experience craftsmanship here. In a time with no electricity, people’s lives were full with wisdom. Discover the craftsmanship from this era. Choose your favorite craft to explore, bamboo basket making, painting or weaving. Let’s make an unique sovenir for yourself!”

Additional Info

Duration: 8 to 9 hours
Starts: Nagoya, Japan
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips

What to Expect When Visiting Nagoya, Aichi, Japan

“Take a train and bus from Nagoya to Asuke. Deep in the mountains, Asuke is famous for its autumn leaves, Korankei. It is a popular spot in November during Korankei, but a spot enjoyable all year round.

Walk around the old town along the beautiful river, you will see many old-fashioned buildings. There are no tourists to be seen around, why don’t you keep this city a secret to yourself?

The highlight is Asuke Yashiki, explore and experience craftsmanship here. In a time with no electricity, people’s lives were full with wisdom. Discover the craftsmanship from this era. Choose your favorite craft to explore, bamboo basket making, painting or weaving. Let’s make an unique sovenir for yourself!”

Itinerary
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Stop At: Asukecho, Toyota, Aichi 444-2424, Japan

Fuji Ichi: Enjoy the nature whilst eating gohei mochi.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Taigetsu Bridge, Miyadaira-1 Asukechō, Toyota, Aichi 444-2424, Japan

Taigetsukyo: A superb view from this bridge, greenary, mountains and rivers in the valley! It is a popular koyo spot during fall. Be aware of the heavy traffic.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Sanshu Asuke Yashiki, 36 Asukecho Iimori, Toyota 444-2424 Aichi Prefecture

Asukeyashiki: Admire crafts made in a traditional Japanese mansion, and also experience it yourself! Be amazed at this spot which is located in a very mountainous area.

Duration: 1 hour 50 minutes

Stop At: 桧茶屋（ひのきちゃや）, Iimori-３６番地 Asukechō, Toyota, Aichi 444-2424, Japan

Hinokijyaya: Let’s enjoy a relaxing lunch while listening to the sound of the river. Enjoy grilled salmon or soba or udon in bamboo tubes.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Manrin Alley, Asukecho Shinmachi, Toyota Aichi Prefecture

Manrin Kouji: Let’s walk down an old town with many preserved, traditional buildings. We will show you beautiful alleyways, including an alley with a black wall contrasted with white plaster.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Asukeno Machinami, Asukecho, Toyota 444-2424 Aichi Prefecture

Karakuri no Kouji: Follow the alley from the main road to the mountains, you maybe able to hear some retro music. See moving dolls tricked by the music. Don’t miss the trick that will keep you smiling too!

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: 井筒亀, Tamachi-17 Asukechō, Toyota, Aichi 444-2424, Japan

Idukame: A shop where you can eat croquettes made with boar meat, a specialty of Asuke!

Duration: 15 minutes

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