Soka Town Walking Tour: Soka Matsubara - Walking Is Great, but a Boat Is Even Better
Japanese name:草加まち歩きツアー～草加松原 歩きもいいが 舟はもっといい～
📅 Sun, Nov 15, 2026
About this event
Held on Sunday, November 15, 2026 (Reiwa 8), the "Soka Town Walking Tour: Soka Matsubara - Walking Is Great, but a Boat Is Even Better" is a half-day town walking tour to enjoy the nationally designated scenic spot "Scenic Landscapes of Oku no Hosomichi: Soka Matsubara" on foot and by boat. Participants can enjoy an authentic Japanese wooden boat ride experience and a guided tour to learn about the history and culture surrounding Soka Matsubara. In addition, features include tasting matcha green tea and Japanese sweets while admiring Soka Matsubara at the sukiya-style Zensouan, as well as an opportunity to pick up local industry products as souvenirs at "Parisse," the traditional industry exhibition room that preserves Soka's local industries. Offering an extraordinary experience, this tour is a great opportunity to deeply discover the charm of Soka.
Source website (Japanese) ↗Venue
Dokkyo-daigakumae (Soka-Matsubara) Station
1-1 Matsubara, Soka, Saitama 340-0041
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