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A day trip from Osaka to Himeji Castle and the Tom Cruise Movie Temple.

Day Trip
Himeji Tour Guide - Shuji O.

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Shuji O.
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(24 reviews)
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Among the many castles in Japan, Himeji Castle is truly special. You will feel happy just to be there when you see its beautiful figure over the surrounding cherry blossom or maple trees.

It has a long and touching history. It is a must-see in Japan.

Engyoji is a huge old temple famous for being the location of the movie The Last Samurai.

Itinerary

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09:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel in Osaka

10:40 AM

Himeji Castle

Himeji Castle is the most beautiful castle in Japan.

It's an original castle, amazingly survived for hundreds of years.

We use a very reasonable conventional train if you don't have a JR Pass. It will take only one hour and a little from Osaka Station.

12:00 PM

Kokoen Garden

A beautiful Japanese garden next to the castle

12:30 AM

lunch

There is a nice restaurant in the Kokoen Garden. If we are very lucky, we can have lunch there.

01:40 PM

Engyoji Temple

Huge temple, famous as the location for the movie The Last Samurai.

03:20 PM

Himeji Station

We will take a conventional train from the Himeji Station

05:00 PM

Ending

You can choose the ending point, your hotel or the station.

Ending Point

In Osaka

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Inclusions & Exclusions

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What‘s included

guide fee

hotel or station pickup

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What‘s not included

insurances

transportation fee for you and guide: metro and conventional train 3,520 yen (round) /per person

bus and cable cars for Engyoji Temple 2200 yen /per person

lunch for you and guide

admission fees for Himeji Castle (1,050 yen /per person)

admission fees for Engyouji (500 yen /per person)

Tour Important Information

Please wear warm socks in the cold weather.

We can eat lunch at Kokoen Garden if we are lucky.

I also take you to Engyoji Temple.

Cancellation Policy

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Himeji Tour Guide - Shuji O.

Joined 2023

Shuji O.
4.92 / 5
(24 reviews)
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About Tour Guide Shuji O.

Hi, I am Shuji, a licensed tour guide living near Kansai International Airport.

I taught world history in high schools for four decades. So, I can explain Japanese culture or history in an easier way tailored to you who have different cultural and historical backgrounds.

I also practiced Kendo, Japanese fencing, for more than four decades, and now I enjoy growing vegetables and going fishing. Therefore, I can also share some Japanese culture and its nature.

I have traveled to more than 25 countries and all over Japan. I’m also passionate about photography and know many photogenic places in Japan.

If you prefer to go off the beaten track, I can take you to hidden gems, including some cozy restaurants. Of course, I also know how to enjoy the crowded, most popular tourist sites. I am here to make your trip stress-free. See you soon!


Reviews

Great tour with Shuji-San

Shuji-San was a former history teacher, now converted to tour guide. He is from Osaka but used to live in Kyoto as a student and is very knowledgeable about the city and its surroundings. As our train from Tokyo had arrived late and the kids were starving, he took us first to a delightful soba restaurant close to our hotel. He made sure our complex food constraints were all respected. We then got on with our tour, which included temples, shrines, gardens, a beautiful evening walk in hidden traditional residential areas and in the Gion district. He picked us up at the hotel and made sure we returned safely. He was very patient with our kids (we stopped regularly for snacks, toilet breaks, etc), and he took tons of pictures for us. Definitely recommend!

Patrick B.

Thank you so much for the wonderful review! I also had a great time with you and your family. Even though you were tired, all your family members appreciated the feeling of everywhere we visited. Although the sunset that evening was not very nice, we enjoyed the evening in Higashiyama. I hope this will be a good memory for your family.

Beautiful sights with Shuji-San

Shuji-San was a former history teacher, now converted to tour guide. He is from Osaka but used to live in Kyoto as a student and is very knowledgeable about the city and its surroundings. For our second day with him, we did a very nice tour with a mix of beautiful landscapes, World Heritage gardens, temples, and castles. We also had lunch in a nice tofu / yuba restaurant. We traveled by tramway, Uber, and foot. He took interest in our family, took time to explain the key points. He picked us up at the hotel and brought us back on time. Definitely recommend!

Patrick B.

Thank you for the kind words, although I was not perfect today. I tried to give you a lot of transport experience, and I'm glad you noticed my intention. We visited many world heritage sites but managed to avoid the crowds. We also climbed the mountain route, like a trip to the Kiso area. I really enjoyed today's tour. Thank you very much.

Nara-ken off the beaten track

Shuji was an excellent guide. After checking with my interests & requirements he put together two outstanding individual tour programs. I was keen to go beyond the popular tourist locations in Nara City. This he did, very capably organising off-the-beaten track features including into the mountain areas. At all times he was helpful & knowledgeable ensuring happy & interesting tours. Thanks Shuji. Best wishes, Bob

Bob B.

Thank you for the great review. I had so much fun traveling with you. Your request was really what I liked. We went to some wonderful places. It was really off the beaten track and yet breathtaking. I was happy too. These will be our good memories. See you again sometimes. Best wishes, Shuji O.

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