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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
Deb B.
“Great personality for guiding.”
Tatsuya ensured that we were comfortable in the restaurant he had chosen to showcase true Japanese cuisine. Any questions [and there were many] we asked of him, if language was an issue, he ably used a translation app to speedily give us answer. The weather wasn't the best for viewing ... but we saw the sights we asked for. Thank you Tatsuya for showing us Nara [the temple/deer] and Osaka Castle. Sue [Kiwi]
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Tatsuya M.
I really enjoyed the time we spent together, thanks to your wonderful personality. I was happy to hear that you liked the Japanese food. I hope you have a great time for the rest of your stay. Let's meet again!
Ben B.
“A enjoyable option to pack a lot in ”
Tatsuya was very kind informative host. Good communication, prompt arrival. The time saved on public transport is worth it to tick off multiple attractions. His car is spacious and in the 34 degree days ice cold air con. He made us feel welcomed and comfortable and we enjoyed our full day with his services, I would recommend it to people who are short on time, or travelling to further out destinations.
Tatsuya M.
Thank you, too! Your family is so friendly, and I really enjoyed the time we spent together. I hope you have a wonderful time during the rest of your trip to Japan! Let's meet again!
Samar M.
“Best day ever!!!”
We had so much fun with Tatsuya!!! He took us everywhere we wanted and more!! He took us to eat amazing food, got us his favorite snacks. Hes really a great guy. We made a new friend. Thank you so much for making our day special and great! Dont hesitate to book with him!!
Tatsuya M.
Thank you for the wonderful time! Everyone was so friendly, and I'm glad you enjoyed yourselves. The time spent enjoying Japanese cuisine and the One Piece shop were definitely highlights! Let's meet again! I hope the rest of your trip to Japan is fantastic!
$438/ per group
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