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1-hour tour in Nagoya, including Private 1-on-1 instruction with Master Mamoru Ajisawa and All bonsai tools and a real bonsai tree to work on. Run by 盆栽味澤, booked direct rather than through a reseller.
Highlights
- Runs 1 hours
- Private 1-on-1 instruction with Master Mamoru Ajisawa
- All bonsai tools and a real bonsai tree to work on
- Bilingual instruction in English or Japanese
- Tea and light refreshments
- Detailed access directions sent after booking confirmation
Private Bonsai Workshop with Master Ajisawa in Nagoya: Key Facts
| Price | From $124 per person |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1 hour |
| Languages | English |
| Tour type | Guided Tour |
| Booking | Direct with the local operator — no OTA markup |
Choose from 3 available options
Nagoya: Private Bonsai Workshop with Master Ajisawa (1hour)
The exact studio address (298 Marubuchi Shimo, Heiwa-cho, Inazawa) and detailed walking directions from Inazawa Station ...
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$114
Free cancellation
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The exact studio address (298 Marubuchi Shimo, Heiwa-cho, Inazawa) and detailed walking directions from Inazawa Station ...
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Full description
This is a 1-hour experience in Nagoya. Your place is held with the operator before we treat your booking as final.
Nagoya is Japan's fourth city and the gateway to the Ghibli Park at Nagakute, opened in 2022 with timed tickets that sell out weeks ahead, to Nagashima Spa Land and its rollercoasters, and to Inuyama, whose castle is one of the twelve original keeps. Nagoya Castle's golden dolphins and the Toyota Commemorative Museum are the city's own sights, and hitsumabushi grilled eel and miso katsu are its food. The Ise Grand Shrine, Shinto's most sacred site, rebuilt every twenty years, is 90 minutes south.
The price covers Private 1-on-1 instruction with Master Mamoru Ajisawa, All bonsai tools and a real bonsai tree to work on, Bilingual instruction in English or Japanese, Tea and light refreshments and Detailed access directions sent after booking confirmation. It does not cover Transportation to and from the studio, Meals and Gratuities, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.
The meeting point and time are emailed as soon as the booking is confirmed. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date before treating your booking as final. If the date cannot be confirmed we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Includes
- Private 1-on-1 instruction with Master Mamoru Ajisawa
- All bonsai tools and a real bonsai tree to work on
- Bilingual instruction in English or Japanese
- Tea and light refreshments
- Detailed access directions sent after booking confirmation
Excludes
- Transportation to and from the studio (a short walk from Inazawa Station)
- Meals
- Gratuities
Important information
Meeting point
盆栽味澤 sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.
Know before you go
- Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts
About this activity
Free cancellation
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Duration 1 hour
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible
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Frequently Asked Questions
盆栽味澤 sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.
The price does not cover transportation to and from the studio (a short walk from inazawa station), meals and gratuities. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Private days are usually priced per vehicle for up to the stated number of guests, and the price on this page follows the operator's own pricing for each group size. Entrance fees and meals are paid as you go unless the option says all-inclusive; tolls and parking are normally included.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Private 1-on-1 instruction with Master Mamoru Ajisawa, All bonsai tools and a real bonsai tree to work on, Bilingual instruction in English or Japanese, Tea and light refreshments, Detailed access directions sent after booking confirmation
The duration of the Private Bonsai Workshop with Master Ajisawa in Nagoya is typically 1 hour. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Late March to early April for cherry blossom at Nagoya Castle, or mid-to-late November for autumn colour at Korankei Gorge. Summer (July-August) is hot and humid, often mid-30s°C. Full breakdown in our best time to visit Nagoya guide.
The original 1612 castle was destroyed in 1945 bombing raids; the current keep was rebuilt in 1959 in concrete, though the Honmaru Palace was faithfully reconstructed in traditional wood, finishing in 2018. Full history in our Nagoya Castle guide.
The subway (6 lines, from ¥210) covers almost everything, and the Me-guru sightseeing bus loops between the castle, museums and Atsuta Shrine. See getting around Nagoya.
Hitsumabushi (grilled eel, eaten three ways), tebasaki (twice-fried chicken wings, a Nagoya invention), and miso katsu — all built around haccho miso, a dark fermented red miso. See the Nagoya food guide.
Inuyama Castle (~30 min, one of Japan's 12 original wooden keeps) is the closest; Tokoname pottery town and the Magome-juku to Tsumago-juku Nakasendo walk are also easy half-days. Honest rankings in our Nagoya day trips guide.
Two days works well: one for the city (castle, Osu, Sakae), one for a day trip. Our Nagoya 2-day itinerary breaks it down hour by hour.