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A tour that combines the best of three cities' castles and shrines
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Joined 2026
Osaka Castle in Osaka, Kinkakuji Temple in Kyoto, and Todaiji Temple in Nara. This tour takes you to the symbols of these three cities! Normally, it would be impossible to cover all of these in one day, but with a private car, it's possible! Those who are short on time, dislike traveling, or have mobility issues are all welcome.
The highlight of the trip will be seeing deer. Let's go on a super compact trip!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
The hotel you are staying at
- I'll pick you up right at your hotel, so you don't have to walk to the station or find it.
Osaka Castle
Osaka Castle is one of Japan's three most famous castles, along with Edo Castle and Nagoya Castle. It is a symbol of Osaka and has been designated an Important Cultural Property. Inside, there are exhibits about Toyotomi Hideyoshi and the history of Osaka Castle. You can enjoy the view of Osaka from the observation deck.
Kinkakuji Temple
It is the symbol of the temple, and the second and third floors are covered in
Kinkaku-ji Temple was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994 as one of the "Cultural Monuments of Ancient Kyoto."
It was originally built in 1397 by Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, the third shogun of the Muromachi shogunate, as a villa.
gold leaf. Its appearance when covered in snow is a symbol of Kyoto. Kyokochi Pond: This pond reflects the Golden Pavilion on its surface, creating a spectacular view of the "upside-down Golden Pavilion."
Todaiji Temple
Todaiji Temple is the head temple of the Kegon sect of Buddhism in Nara City, Nara Prefecture, and is a world-famous Japanese Buddhist temple.
The Great Buddha, affectionately known as the Nara Daibutsu, is famous. The statue is about 15 meters tall and is said to be one of the largest gilt bronze Buddha statues in the world.
Playing with the deer in Nara Park
Nara Park is home to approximately 1,300 deer, wild animals that have long been cherished as messengers of the gods. Their history of coexistence with humans dates back more than 1,300 years, and they are designated as a national natural monument.
Ending Point
The hotel you are staying at
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee
private car (LEXUS)
hotel transfer
gasoline fee
tolls fee
parking fee
Entrance fees
Lunch fees
Osaka castle
(Adults 1200 yen, Students 600 yen)
Kinkakuji Temple
(Adults 400 yen, Students 300 yen)
Todaiji Temple
(Adults 800 yen, Students 400 yen)
Personal expenses
Tour Important Information
This tour is in a private vehicle and is suitable for people with disabilities and children.
Important message from the supplier
The tour runs from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM or 10:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and I will guide you around Osaka's great spots or the area of your choice in my car. Since we are traveling by car, we will travel efficiently using the shortest route. People with disabilities or those who don't like walking are also welcome.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2026
About Tour Guide Tatsuya M.
Nice to meet you! My name is Tatsuya. I was born and raised in Osaka. I love traveling the world and communicating with all kinds of people. I also have a caring personality, so I would love to share the charms of Osaka, its people, and its food with people all over the world!
I provide sightseeing tours not only in Osaka but also in Kyoto and Nara. I offer transportation services for hotels, cruise ships, and airports as well!
Reviews
Jonathan R.
“Fun times in Osaka”
Tatsuya is one of the friendliest Japanese. He tried his best to show is Osaka. In complicated descriptions of historic events he would know where English descriptions are in the Osaka castle so we understood some of the finer details. He took us to a proper Japanese restaurant for lunch which had great food. One thing that's different in Japan is you also need to pay for your tour guides entry fees or tram ticket . As long as you know this then there isn't any surprises. He showed us many parts of Osaka in his nice air conditioned car which helped a lot when it was so hot outside. Saved us from lots of walking and sunstroke. The kids wanted to go to a cat cafe so he also took us there. We asked him if he would hang out for dinner with us and he did. Recommend Tatsuya for a cool tour of the city.
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Tatsuya M.
It was truly a pleasure to be your family's guide! I had a wonderful time not only touring but also chatting about all sorts of things. I am also very grateful for the lovely dinner you treated me to. I look forward to the chance to meet you again someday.
Cesar A.
“Perfect time ”
Tatsuya went above and beyond showing us Osaka. He made sure we had great time and showed us everything we wanted to see in Osaka and even more… he is the person you need to request as your guide, we have a great connection.
Tatsuya M.
I'm so glad you all had such a great time despite your limited time that evening! I'd love to show you around again. Let's meet again!
William B.
“A Thoughtful and Memorable Day in Kyoto with Tatsuya”
We had a wonderful day touring Kyoto from Osaka with Tatsuya as our guide and driver. He was very accommodating and flexible throughout the day, especially when we made several last-minute adjustments to our itinerary to fit in everything we hoped to see. One member of our group has mobility challenges, and we truly appreciated the extra care Tatsuya took to help make the experience smooth and comfortable for her. He arranged wheelchair assistance at locations that involved more walking and also coordinated an incredible rickshaw ride through the bamboo forest, which became one of the highlights of our entire trip to Japan. Tatsuya was consistently kind, patient, and helpful throughout the day, and it was clear that he genuinely wanted us to have a memorable experience. His thoughtfulness and willingness to help made a real difference, and we are very grateful for the special memories created during our time in Kyoto.
Tatsuya M.
The pleasure was all mine! I'm so glad Barbara enjoyed her birthday celebration! I'm truly happy that she was impressed by the rickshaw ride through the bamboo forest! I hope your family continues to have meaningful experiences in Japan. I'd love to show you more of Osaka next time, so I look forward to seeing you again!
$426/ per group
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