Maizuru City is hosting a winter-limited guided tour called "Maizuru Red Brick Guided Tour."
The red brick warehouse complex was built between 1902 and 1918 as storage facilities for naval munitions and torpedoes during the former Imperial Japanese Navy era. Today, these structures are designated as Important Cultural Properties of Japan and are cherished as historic landmarks representing Maizuru.
During this tour, a guide leads visitors through the Red Brick Park while explaining the history of Maizuru and the origins and roles of the red brick warehouses. The tour includes access to normally restricted areas, making it a special winter-only experience.
History enthusiasts and first-time visitors to Maizuru will both enjoy this experiential tour.
Tour Overview
Experience Name
Winter-Limited Maizuru Red Brick Guided Tour
Tour Dates
Every Sunday from December 21, 2025 to March 8, 2026
*Registration may be suspended depending on circumstances. Please check the reservation calendar.
*No tours on January 11 and February 15.
Duration
10:45 AM to 11:45 AM (approximately 60 minutes)
Check-in Time
10:00 AM
*Please complete check-in at least 10 minutes before departure.
Check-in Location
Maizuru Red Brick Museum
Tour Locations
Red Brick Park (Buildings No. 2 to No. 5)
*Red Brick Museum and Former Kitasui Reservoir are not included.
Pricing & Payment
Price
Adults (junior high school and above): 1,500 yen
Elementary school and younger: Free
Payment Method
Payment at check-in on the day
*Cash only
Included in Price
Guide fee, insurance, consumption tax
Not Included in Price
Personal expenses
Reservations
Group Size
Maximum: 15 people
Minimum: 1 person
Reservation Period
Reservations accepted from 30 days in advance until 5:00 PM the day before
*If the tour is confirmed but not full, same-day participation may be possible.
Please contact directly to confirm availability.
Reservation Method
Please apply through the reservation page below:
https://select-type.com/rsv/?id=r-0Hcl1Ldcs&c_id=256436
Cancellation Policy
Same day and no-show: 100%
Participation Requirements & Notes
Able to walk for approximately 60 minutes
Able to climb stairs
*Please refrain from participating if you are not feeling well on the day.Tour proceeds rain or shine (please bring rain gear)
*The tour may be canceled due to severe weather conditions.Red Brick Museum and Former Kitasui Reservoir are not included in this tour.
Access
By Car
Approximately 10 minutes on foot from Red Brick Park parking lot
By Public Transportation
- Kyoto Kotsu bus route
Get off at "Akarenga Park/Shiyakusho-mae" (Red Brick Park/City Hall), approximately 5 minutes on foot - Approximately 25 minutes on foot from JR Higashi-Maizuru Station
- Approximately 10 minutes by taxi from JR Higashi-Maizuru Station (to Red Brick Museum entrance)
Contact Information
Maizuru Tourist Association
TEL: 0773-77-5400 (Closed Sundays and holidays)
Day-of Contact: 080-9534-0153
About Maizuru Red Brick Park
Maizuru Red Brick Park is a popular tourist destination featuring warehouse complexes from the Meiji era that have survived as part of Japan's naval heritage.
Five of the eight red brick warehouses have been renovated into facilities. The buildings are designated as Important Cultural Properties.
Buildings No. 2 and No. 3 house cafes, souvenir shops, and exhibition spaces, while Buildings No. 4 and No. 5 occasionally host live events and art festivals.
For more information:
https://maizuru-kanko.net/archives/sightseeing/215
