Bonsai Tour & Experience at the Most Sacred City for Bonsai in JP
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1. There is no better place in the world to engage in bonsai-related activities than in this Bonsai-cho, literary translated as "Bonsai City". 2. The guide for this program is Japanese farmer, but unusually for Japanese artisans, he is fluent in English and provide detailed explanations in the bonsai garden and bonsai museum. 3. The location for the bonsai care experience will be moved to a lovely cafe in Bonsai Town. This means that you can work on the program while relaxing and having a cup of coffee, regardless of the weather.2 hours 30 minutes
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Consumption tax
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Bonsai tool usage fee
Bonsai work will be done in a cafe. Please order something (450JPY~, 3USD~)
Admission fee for Bonsai Art Museum (310yen, 2USD)
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- Maximum 10 travellers in this tour.
Welcome to Tokyo, Japan!
Bonsai is the traditional Japanese art of creating miniature natural landscapes in containers using tree branches.
Bonsai is now attracting new attention as an art work that Japan can show the world. Because Bonsai expresses the beauty and severity of Japanese nature.
And, there is no better place in the world to engage in bonsai-related activities than in this Bonsai-cho, literary translated as "Bonsai City".
This "Bonsai City" was established around 100 years ago by a group of bonsai gardeners after the Great Kanto Earthquake.
The area is surrounded by greenery and is home to 5 long-established bonsai gardens.
Learn in depth about bonsai from a dedicated guide and get a hands-on experience.
Not to mention treat your eyes with hundreds of top-quality bonsai pieces coupled with extensive commentary by the guide at prominent bonsai nurseries.
First, we will take you to the bonsai garden to see some of the beautiful works of art (Sightseeing part).
During the second session, you get to try some of the most important techniques for maintaining bonsai such as pruning (Experience part).
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We are waiting in front of the ticket gate of JR Toro station.
JR Toro station is about 40 min. from Shinjuku or Ueno station by JR-Line.View Location
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We are waiting in front of the ticket gate of JR Toro station.
JR Toro station is about 40 min. from Shinjuku or Ueno station by JR-Line.View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 1. Participants in this program must be at least 13 years old
- 2.Those under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult
- 3.Those who are unwell or under the influence of alcohol will not be permitted to participate (and no refunds)
- 4. Those who wish to enter the shop without participating in the class are also required to pay an additional fee, which must be indicated at the time of request (those who have not paid will not be admitted to the venue)
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cannot be cancelled or amended without incurring a 100% penalty; i.e., the refund amount will be zero.- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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