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Sakai Mozu Kofun Tombs Tour and Tea Ceremony

By OrientaX
Free cancellation available
The previous price was RM 409 and current price is RM 367 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Step into one of Japan’s most fascinating historical sites: the Mozu Kofun Cluster in Sakai. Recognized by UNESCO and featured by the BBC, these keyhole-shaped tombs are easy to enjoy.

Default Tour (3 hours)
Start at Sakai City Hall Observatory for an aerial view of the tombs. Walk through Daisencho, visit the Mozu Tombs Visitor Center and Daisen Park center, stroll the Japanese Garden, and enjoy a small tea ceremony.

Deluxe Tour (5+ hours, hotel pickup included)
Relaxed, immersive tour starting at Sakai City Hall with hotel pick-up. Includes Daisencho, Mozu Tombs Visitor Center, Daisen Park Info Center, and Sakai Library. Enjoy the Japanese Garden, extended tea ceremony, and leisurely exploration.

Key Points
UNESCO & BBC-recognized
Mix of viewpoints, gardens, Information Points, library, and tea culture
Step-by-step storytelling brings 1,600 years of history to life
Experience Sakai’s Mozu Kofun Cluster from above, on the ground, through archives, and with traditional tea culture.

Activity location
  • Sakai City Hall Observatory Flour
    • 3-1 Minamikawaramachi, Sakai-ku,
    • 590-0078, Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Sakaihigashi Station
    • 61
    • 590-0028, Sakai, Osaka, Japan

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Sakai’s Mozu Kofun Tombs Tour & Tea Ceremony — UNESCO Experience in Multilingual
  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • Opening hours: Mon 9:00-16:30
  • English
Price details
RM 408.01
RM 367.21 x 1 AdultRM 367.21
Total
The previous price was RM 408.01 and current price is RM 367.21
10% off
Deluxe Set in Multilingual
  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • Opening hours: Mon 9:00-16:30
  • English

Guide Pick up at the Hotel : The guide will pick you up and drop you off in your Hotel through public transport
Duration: 6 hours
Includes Sakai Library

Price details
RM 510.01 x 1 AdultRM 510.01
Total
Price is RM 510.01

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Admission Fee to all the places.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tea Ceremony
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Train to the tombs and back (Only Included in Deluxe package)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Taxis or Private transportation in case its necessary.

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Quite a lot of walking may be required during the tour
  • Quite a lot of walking may be required during the tour

Activity itinerary

Sakai City Hall Observatory Flour
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Begin the tour at the observatory for a breathtaking aerial view of the Mozu Kofun Cluster. Learn about the UNESCO-listed keyhole-shaped tombs, their layout, and historical significance. Take photos of the tombs from above and get an overview of the area to understand the scale and arrangement.
Daisen-cho
  • 30m
Stroll through the peaceful Daisencho area, walking among the ancient mounds. Your guide will explain how these tombs were built, who was buried here, and what makes them unique. Enjoy the natural surroundings and see tombs from ground level, giving a sense of their massive size.
Mozu Mounded Tombs Visitor Center
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Explore interactive exhibits and models that make the keyhole shapes and tomb structures easy to understand. Use aerial diagrams and visual displays to learn how the tombs were designed and their role in ancient Japanese culture. Perfect for beginners—no prior knowledge needed.
Daisen Park Tourist Information Center
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Get an easy, immersive introduction to the Mozu Kofun UNESCO sites at the Daisen Park Information Center. Its 180-degree panoramic screen, maps, and simple explanations make it the perfect first stop before exploring the tombs, gardens, and museums around the park.
Daisen Park Japanese Garden
  • 40m
  • Admission ticket included
Take a relaxing walk through the beautiful, traditional Japanese Garden near the tombs. Your guide will explain how the garden reflects cultural continuity with the ancient heritage of Sakai.
Satkai City Japanese Tea Room
  • 40m
  • Admission ticket included
End the tour with a small, hands-on tea ceremony. Experience traditional Japanese tea culture in a relaxed setting, guided step-by-step. Learn the basic rituals and enjoy the peaceful ambiance.

Location

Activity location
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    Sakai City Hall Observatory Flour
    • 3-1 Minamikawaramachi, Sakai-ku,
    • 590-0078, Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Sakaihigashi Station
    • 61
    • 590-0028, Sakai, Osaka, Japan

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