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One-day/Half-day Tour
Guided Tour
Niigata
Feel the breeze of the Shinano River as you explore the city of Monozukuri (manufacturing)!

Monozukuri Cycling Tour - Niigata

USD83.90(JPY12,000)

  • A confirmation email for your reservation will be sent to you within 48 hours.
    *If your reservation cannot be completed, WAmazing Play will process your refund.
  • Required Time:
    210minutes
  • Reservation Time:
    09:00 / 13:30
  • Supported Languages:
    Japanese / English
Participants(Min.):
1 Person
Participants(Max.):
5 People
Payment Method:
Credit Card (VISA/MASTER/AMERICAN EXPRESS/JCB)
Fee:
Activity Fee(6 years - 80 years) USD 83.90
Age (Min.):
6 years old
Parent/ Guardian Required:
Under 18 years old
Cancellation:
Yes
Booking deadline:
4 days prior by 17:00

Activity

A cycling tour to discover Tsubame-Sanjo, famous for its manufacturing

This cycling tour provides an excellent opportunity to experience Tsubame-Sanjo's manufacturing heritage and craftsmanship. You'll have the opportunity to experience the history and culture of the local industry firsthand.

A tour of open factories and hands-on crafting facilities in the Tsubame-Sanjo region

A local tour guide, fluent in English, will escort you and support your interactions with the community and artisans.

We offer multiple tours to suit your interests!

Since we have four different courses, you can enjoy new attractions even if you participate multiple times.


Schedule

  • Meet-Up & Reception

    Please present the My Page reservation screen upon reception.

  • (Schedule)

    • 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM / 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM: History of manufacturing explained at the Kura (warehouse) Gallery
    └ Experience the history of the local industry in an 85-year-old traditional warehouse.

    • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM / 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM: Travel to the factory (SUWADA) by E-bike
    └ Explore the manufacturing district while cycling through town on a high-performance E-bike.

    • 10:00 AM - 10:40 AM / 2:30 PM - 3:10 PM: SUWADA Factory Tour (including shopping time)
    └ Visit the open factory of the world-renowned nail clipper manufacturer.

    • 10:50 AM - 11:30 AM / 3:20 PM - 4:00 PM: Marunao Factory Tour
    └ Visit the open factory of a nearby chopstick manufacturer.

    • 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM / 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Travel back to the Kura Gallery by E-bike
    └ Enjoy cycling while visiting a historical temple on the way back.

  • End of tour / Disband


Included in the Fee

English guide fee
Bicycle rental fee
Bottled beverages (water, tea, sports drinks, etc.)
Pickup fee from the station (for those who request it)

Not included in the Fee

Lunch
Dinner

Meeting Place

KRaft Tour (Kura Gallery)

1-16-22 Nishiyokkamachi, Sanjo-shi, Niigata

Directions

Nearest StationTsubame-Sanjo Station (JR)

Directions to Nearest StationCar/Taxi (Pick-up service provided) 11 minutes

Destination by TaxiPlease provide the address ( 1-16-22 Nishiyokkamachi, Sanjo-shi, Niigata)


Things guests need to prepare on the day of the activity (clothes, belongings, etc.)

Clothing that is comfortable and suitable for cycling


Cancellation Policy

The cancel fee is based on the timing of the cancellation. Please check the cancellation policy below.

  • After 10 days before date of use
    20%
  • After 7 days before date of use
    30%
  • After 1 days before date of use
    40%
  • The day of use
    100%

Notes

[Notes]
(1) Regarding the meeting place on the day of the tour:
• For those requesting pick-up, the meeting place will be in front of the Joetsu Shinkansen ticket gate on the 2nd floor of Tsubame-Sanjo Station (JR). (Meeting time: 8:45 AM for the morning tour, 1:15 PM for the afternoon tour)
• For customers arriving by car, please go directly to the KRaft Kura Gallery (1-16-22 Nishiyokkamachi, Sanjo-shi, Niigata). (Meeting time: 9:00 AM for the morning tour, 1:30 PM for the afternoon tour)

(2) Regarding the number of participants:
• You can participate alone. If there are other participants on the same date and time, the tour will be held as a joint group.
• The maximum number of participants per tour is 5, due to the nature of the tour.

(3) Regarding attire:
• Since you may sweat during the factory tour or cycling, we recommend wearing clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty and bringing a change of clothes. Please come dressed in comfortable clothing suitable for exercise, considering the cycling activity and the season.

(4) Regarding belongings during the tour:
• We can store your belongings at the KRaft Kura Gallery.

(5) Others
• For safety reasons, participants who are unable to ride a bicycle will not be allowed to join the tour. Before the tour begins, we will check whether you are able to ride a bicycle on your own.
If, based on this pre-tour check, it is determined that you are unable to participate in the tour, the cancellation will be considered customer-initiated, and we ask for your understanding.

[Cancellation Policy]
• This tour will proceed regardless of rain and we will provide rain jackets. In case of inclement weather, we may switch to taxis instead of bicycles to travel to factories. We will notify you in advance if this change occurs.
• Due to adverse weather, natural disasters, or other circumstances, the tour may be canceled for safety reasons. In such cases, WAmazing Play's Customer Support or the organizing company will contact you via the emergency contact provided. Please make sure to check your email and incoming calls on the day of the tour (notification will be sent on the day of the tour).

[Supported Languages]
An English-speaking guide will accompany you

Organizer

KRaft Inc.

1-16-22 Nishiyokkamachi, Sanjo-shi, Niigata

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Activity Fee(USD 83.90)
6 years - 80 years
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