Katsuo-ji Temple, Minoh Falls Hiking Day Tour
Start the day by taking a bus from Minoh Kayano Station to Katsuo-ji Temple. Explore the temple’s history, hidden spots, and learn how to purchase a daruma doll. Trying an omikuji (fortune slip) is also recommended.
Next, enjoy a hiking trail to Minoh Waterfall, ending at Ryuanji, where you can soak in the refreshing natural atmosphere.
This walking tour includes 100min hike in total.
Please note that wear comfortable shoes.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Minoh Kayano station
- Please meet at Minoh Chino Station by 10:50 AM. We will take the 9:15 AM bus to Katsuo-ji Temple to start the tour.
Katsuoji Temple
Katsuo-ji Temple, known as the “Victory Temple,” is famous for its daruma dolls, symbols of good luck and success. Visitors can explore the historic grounds, discover hidden spots, and learn how to choose and buy a daruma. Trying an omikuji (fortune slip) is also a popular activity. The temple offers a peaceful atmosphere and beautiful views, making it a favorite spot for both tourists and locals.
At Katsuo-ji Temple, you can enjoy a layered woodblock-style stamp rally. By the time you leave the temple, you’ll have created a beautiful postcard as a unique souvenir of your visit.
Start hiking toward Minoh fall
About 50 min from Katsuoji Temple to Minoh Fall.
Minoh Waterfall
Next, visit Minoh Waterfall, a beautiful natural spot known for its refreshing atmosphere and scenic views. If you’re lucky, you may also see wild monkeys in the surrounding forest, adding a touch of excitement to your hike.
Hike toward to Ryuanji Temple
Ryuanji Temple
Enjoy a scenic hike to Ryuanji Temple. Along the way and at the temple, I will explain its history, significance, and traditional ranking, providing insight into Japanese culture and temple customs.
Ending Point
Minoh station
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
Transportation fee (you and guide)
Taxi fee if required (about 4000yen)
Admission fee (Katsuoji temple 500yen/per person)
Tour Important Information
-This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
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
About Tour Guide Ryoko T.
I was born and raised in Osaka, so I’m a true local! I love traveling—both around Japan and overseas—and discovering new places, cultures, and of course… delicious food!
In addition to being a guide, I also run my own office as a certified labor and social security attorney in Japan. Thanks to this professional background, you can feel assured that I’m a trustworthy and responsible guide who can flexibly arrange tours to fit your needs.
Before starting my own practice, I also worked as a tour conductor for domestic bus tours, traveling all around Japan for a year. This experience gave me the chance to visit many regions and learn how to take care of guests in different travel settings.
I can take you on food tours to hidden local bars and restaurants loved by Osakans, or guide you through Japan’s rich history with visits to shrines, temples, and castles. Whether you want to experience Osaka like a local foodie or dive into cultural traditions, I’ll create a tour that’s perfect for you.
I’m also a photography enthusiast, so you’ll get some great photos taken by me as a souvenir from our tour!
Let’s enjoy Osaka together—just like locals do!
Reviews
Robyn F.
“Enjoyable Day Trip from Osaka to Kyoto”
Ryoko took great care to assist us in the planning of our day trip from Osaka To Kyoto. Prompt and helpful communication throughout. Ryoko took as to historic places and we had a wonderful ride on the Romantic Train (open air experience) through beautiful landscapes and running along the river. A memorable experience! Ryoko looked after us throughout, as we are seniors she made sure everything was possible for us. We highly recommend Ryoko to you as your Osaka and Kyoto guide.
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Ryoko T.
Dear Robyn, Thank you for your excellent review, this review reminds me that day we spent together. I hope you both are doing great. I appreciate that you had me as your guide to your Kyoto day trip. Also I am so happy you enjoyed that lovely train ride (Romantic train & Aoniyoshi train too) If you have opportunity to come back to Japan again, or when I visit your country, I would be happy to meet you again! Kind Regards, Ryoko
Vijey S.
“Our fabulous time in Osaka”
Our guide, Ryoko was lovely and very informative. She did everything we requested and covered all the places we wanted to visit. We enjoyed our time in Osaka, especially the Tsurumi Ryokuchi Park. Thank you for making our visit amazing.
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Ryoko T.
Dear Vijey, I hope you're doing well. Thank you for your great review with these lovely pictures! I am pleased that you had a great time with me. It was the best timing to visit Tsurumi Ryokuchi Park to see such a beautiful flowers. Thank you again for having me as your guide. (Chocolates were sooo good! thank you too.) Kind Regards Ryoko
Linh H.
“A truly Osaka experience with Ryoko!”
As a first timer in Japan traveling with my recently Graduate son, I wanted someone that will help us start our Japan experience on a high note. I was nervous going to Japan and have done some research about each area but wanted someone that knows Osaka and show us around. I found Ryoko on gowithguide and thought she would be a good fit. After meeting her and asking her to show us some local places, shops, and shrines, she did just that. We got to experience our first few Goshuin stamps at a few shrines, took the train and learn how to use our suicca card for the first time, went to a local fish market and tried some sashimi and sea urchin. She then took us to a big shopping area in Umeda to check out the eyeglass shop that can make your glasses in 30 mins and a stationary store. We had some ramen noodle for lunch and then head back to do some vintage shopping in America-mura. We ran out of time and wished we had more time to explore with Ryoko. She was an excellent guide and knew exactly where we wanted to go. Wished we had more time in that area to see more things. Maybe next time….Arigato Ryoko!!!
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Ryoko T.
Dear Linh, Thank you very much for your excellent review, and pictures too. I appreciate you that having me as your local guide for his celebration. It was so much fun for me showing you around the city such as local quieter shrines than tourist spots, and shopping area where we Japanese people often go. Also pictures in Kyoto, Fuji, and Kamakura that you sent me looked so lovely! I hope you had a great time here in Japan. Please let me know when you come back to Japan. Arigato!
$222/ per group
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