Luxury Matcha and Heritage Discovery in Nishio

Begin your journey exploring Nishio Castle's restored structures before enjoying a traditional matcha ceremony and relaxing at a luxury coastal thermal spa.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Aoi Cafe Nishio

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy a gourmet morning spread featuring regional breakfast specialties and freshly brewed coffee.

2. 09:30|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit Nishio Castle

   09:30 – 10:30

   Explore the historic inner citadel grounds, main gate, and restored castle turret.

   • entryFree
3. 10:45|11:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Tea Ceremony Experience

   10:45 – 11:45

   Participate in an authentic Japanese tea ceremony serving premium local Nishio powdered green tea.

   • entryFree
4. 12:00|12:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit Nishio Castle

   12:00 – 12:45

   Stroll through the scenic Japanese gardens adjacent to the Nishio Castle historical park.

   • entryFree
5. 13:00|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Unagi no Kaneyo

   13:00 – 14:00

   Dine on grilled local freshwater eel prepared in the traditional Mikawa style.

6. 14:30|16:00
   

   Outdoor

   Kira Kanko Hotel's Onsen

   14:30 – 16:00

   Soak in open-air hot spring baths overlooking Mikawa Bay for an afternoon of wellness.

7. 16:30|18:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Nishio Gion Matsuri

   16:30 – 18:30

   Observe traditional festival floats and cultural processions through the downtown streets.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Kaiseki Yamatoya

   19:30 – 21:00

   Savor a multi-course seasonal kaiseki dinner highlighting coastal seafood.

Spend the day enjoying ocean views, refined tea rituals, and hot spring soaking along the Kira coastline.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Cafe Sakuragi

   08:00 – 09:00

   Start with fresh pastries, artisanal jam, and hot coffee in a garden setting.

2. 09:30|10:30
   

   Outdoor

   Kira Kanko Hotel's Onsen

   09:30 – 10:30

   Unwind in the morning mineral bath facilities overlooking the ocean.

3. 10:45|11:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Tea Ceremony Experience

   10:45 – 11:45

   Learn the precise art of whisking high-grade matcha from a master practitioner.

   • entryFree
4. 12:00|12:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit Nishio Castle

   12:00 – 12:45

   Examine historical artifacts and samurai exhibits displayed inside the former fortress compound.

   • entryFree
5. 13:00|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Shiocho

   13:00 – 14:00

   Enjoy fresh sashimi plates and seafood tempura sets near the coast.

6. 14:30|16:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Nishio Gion Matsuri

   14:30 – 16:00

   Experience afternoon festival music and traditional dance performances.

   • entryFree
7. 16:30|18:00
   

   Outdoor

   Kira Kanko Hotel's Onsen

   16:30 – 18:00

   Relax with an afternoon thermal bath session as sunset approaches over Mikawa Bay.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Ryokan Uotora

   19:30 – 21:00

   Indulge in a high-end seafood dinner featuring locally caught fish and seasonal vegetables.

Delve deeper into Nishio's rich green tea industry and explore feudal architecture across the city.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Komeda's Coffee Nishio

   08:00 – 09:00

   Sample a classic Nagoya-style morning toast set with sweet red bean paste and coffee.

2. 09:30|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Tea Ceremony Experience

   09:30 – 10:30

   Discover the subtleties of seasonal sweets paired with ceremonial matcha in a quiet tea house.

   • entryFree
3. 10:45|11:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit Nishio Castle

   10:45 – 11:45

   Walk along the stone foundation walls and study traditional Japanese fortification design.

   • entryFree
4. 12:00|12:45
   

   Outdoor

   Kira Kanko Hotel's Onsen

   12:00 – 12:45

   Enjoy a mid-day dip in warm mineral waters designed to revive tired muscles.

5. 13:00|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Kakao Kaju Cafe

   13:00 – 14:00

   Dine on light modern Japanese lunch items infused with local botanical flavors.

6. 14:30|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit Nishio Castle

   14:30 – 15:30

   View the tearoom structures built inside the former castle grounds.

   • entryFree
7. 16:00|18:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Nishio Gion Matsuri

   16:00 – 18:00

   Watch late afternoon street parades featuring regional costumes and music.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Sushitetsu Nishio

   19:30 – 21:00

   Savor chef-selected nigiri sushi crafted from fresh catches off Mikawa Bay.

Immerse yourself in traditional summer festival culture combined with luxurious thermal bath soaks.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Cafe Lotus Nishio

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy healthy breakfast options featuring seasonal local fruits and organic tea.

2. 09:30|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Nishio Gion Matsuri

   09:30 – 10:30

   Observe morning ritual ceremonies and float preparation in the festival area.

   • entryFree
3. 10:45|11:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Tea Ceremony Experience

   10:45 – 11:45

   Experience a private green tea tasting ceremony led by an expert host.

   • entryFree
4. 12:00|12:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit Nishio Castle

   12:00 – 12:45

   Stroll the serene castle park paths surrounded by traditional landscaping.

   • entryFree
5. 13:00|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Unagi no Matsumoto

   13:00 – 14:00

   Taste signature unadon bowls cooked over charcoal grills.

6. 14:30|16:00
   

   Outdoor

   Kira Kanko Hotel's Onsen

   14:30 – 16:00

   Rejuvenate in outdoor thermal baths while admiring expansive ocean views.

7. 16:30|18:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Nishio Gion Matsuri

   16:30 – 18:30

   Enjoy evening festival lights, food stalls, and vibrant community celebrations.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Japanese Restaurant Yamatoya

   19:30 – 21:00

   Experience a refined dining session featuring local Mikawa beef and seafood delicacies.

Combine scenic coastal hot spring wellness with explorations of Nishio's castle history and tea culture.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Cafe Saoyoshi

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy a relaxed breakfast with freshly baked bread and green tea jam.

2. 09:30|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit Nishio Castle

   09:30 – 10:30

   Take a quiet morning walk through the former castle gates and outer moat ruins.

   • entryFree
3. 10:45|11:45
   

   Outdoor

   Kira Kanko Hotel's Onsen

   10:45 – 11:45

   Soak in therapeutic hot spring waters overlooking the coastal scenery.

4. 12:00|12:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Tea Ceremony Experience

   12:00 – 12:45

   Learn about the cultivating process of Nishio matcha during a tea demonstration.

   • entryFree
5. 13:00|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Rice & Green Cafe

   13:00 – 14:00

   Try healthy matcha-infused rice bowls and fresh seasonal salads.

6. 14:30|16:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Nishio Gion Matsuri

   14:30 – 16:00

   Watch afternoon traditional stage performances and music ensembles.

   • entryFree
7. 16:30|18:00
   

   Outdoor

   Kira Kanko Hotel's Onsen

   16:30 – 18:00

   Enjoy a late afternoon bath session to soothe muscles after sightseeing.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Mikawa Kappo Yamatoya

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine on high-end kappo cuisine prepared right before you by master chefs.

Dedicate the day to authentic green tea customs, castle park strolls, and relaxing spa sessions.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Aoi Cafe Nishio

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy a tranquil morning meal with roasted green tea and traditional sides.

2. 09:30|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Tea Ceremony Experience

   09:30 – 10:30

   Enjoy a tranquil tea ceremony focusing on mindfulness and traditional aesthetics.

   • entryFree
3. 10:45|11:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit Nishio Castle

   10:45 – 11:45

   Photograph the scenic castle grounds and surroundings in morning light.

   • entryFree
4. 12:00|12:45
   

   Outdoor

   Kira Kanko Hotel's Onsen

   12:00 – 12:45

   Relax in indoor and outdoor mineral spring baths overlooking the sea.

5. 13:00|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Kingyoan Nishio

   13:00 – 14:00

   Savor handmade Japanese buckwheat soba noodles served with crispy tempura.

6. 14:30|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Tea Ceremony Experience

   14:30 – 15:30

   Refine your appreciation of local tea culture with a specialized tasting session.

   • entryFree
7. 16:00|18:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Nishio Gion Matsuri

   16:00 – 18:00

   Take in the festive evening atmosphere and traditional musical performances.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Fukuzushi Nishio

   19:30 – 21:00

   Enjoy upscale sushi sets with fresh tuna, sea urchin, and seasonal fish.

Conclude your Nishio luxury retreat with a final mix of historic exploration, hot spring relaxation, and tea traditions.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Cafe Sakuragi

   08:00 – 09:00

   Savor a quiet final breakfast overlooking lush manicured gardens.

2. 09:30|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit Nishio Castle

   09:30 – 10:30

   Take a final leisurely walk around the historical park and castle gates.

   • entryFree
3. 10:45|11:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Tea Ceremony Experience

   10:45 – 11:45

   Enjoy a farewell green tea ceremony session in a historic tea house.

   • entryFree
4. 12:00|12:45
   

   Outdoor

   Kira Kanko Hotel's Onsen

   12:00 – 12:45

   Soak one last time in ocean-facing hot springs before your departure.

5. 13:00|14:00
   

   Food

   Lunch at Unagi no Kaneyo

   13:00 – 14:00

   Indulge in a final gourmet lunch of grilled local unagi delicacies.

6. 14:30|16:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Nishio Gion Matsuri

   14:30 – 16:00

   Experience afternoon festival highlights and cultural displays.

   • entryFree
7. 16:30|18:00
   

   Outdoor

   Kira Kanko Hotel's Onsen

   16:30 – 18:00

   Unwind with a peaceful late afternoon thermal soak.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Kaiseki Yamatoya

   19:30 – 21:00

   Celebrate the end of your trip with a celebratory multi-course seafood banquet.