Excursion Kawasaki daishi temple & sankeien garden tour at Yokohama

In-transit guests can discover the scenic splendour and legacy of Yokohama and Kawasaki during this panoramic, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Yokohama, Kawasaki Daishi Temple, Main Hall, Kobo Daishi Statue, Dai-Sanmon Gate

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to the Kawasaki Daishi Temple. The temple's original structures were destroyed during the war, and its current buildings are modern reconstructions of Heian Period (794-1185) architecture. The Main Hall, constructed of steel and concrete, was built in 1958 and houses a statue of Kobo Daishi, the founder of Japanese Shingon Buddhism. Several of the temple's other large structures, such as the main Dai-Sanmon Gate and an octagonal, five story pagoda, were built in the 1970s and 1980s to commemorate various anniversaries.

Sankeien Garden, Feudal Lord's Residences, Teahouses, Main Hall, Pagoda

Next, re-board your coach and head to the Sankeien Garden. This spacious, Japanese-style garden in southern Yokohama exhibits a number of historic buildings from across Japan. There is a pond, small rivers, flowers and wonderful scrolling trails that make you think you are in Kyoto rather than Yokohama. The garden, built by Hara Sankei, was opened to the public in 1904. Among the historic buildings exhibited in the park are an elegant feudal lord's residence, several teahouses, the Main Hall and a three-storied pagoda of Kyoto's old Tomyoji Temple. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the short drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Yokohama, Sankeien Garden, Main Hall, Pagoda, Kawasaki Daishi Temple & Station, Main Hall, Kobo Daishi Statue, Dai-Sanmon Gate, Souvenir Stop, Airport Transfer

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately one mile (about 1.6 kilometres), at times over uneven and cobblestone surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach, 20 steps at the Kawasaki Daishi Temple and 30 steps at the Sankeien Garden. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, bottled water and Japanese Yen for purchases from the ship. The tour sequence may vary. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment. Local Tour Guides tend to have a strong accent therefore we urge flexibility. Local Tour Guides tend to have a strong accent therefore we urge flexibility.