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Temple Tour and Japanese restaurant
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Joined 2023
"Temple Tour and Japanese Cultural Experience" is a unique and immersive tour to Nakayama Temple, just 30 minutes from Osaka. Explore the serene grounds, visit zodiac temples, and marvel at the blue five-story pagoda. Enjoy bouncy ball scooping too. Discover the beauty of Japanese temples and indulge in the rich cultural heritage. Lunch at a Japanese restaurant.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Nakayama-kannon station or Osaka station
Nakayama temple
Nakayama Temple offers a more serene and relaxed atmosphere compared to other temples. In addition to the main hall, there are also smaller temples on the grounds, allowing visitors to see temples that represent their zodiac signs. Nakayama Temple is also unique in Japan for its blue five-story pagoda, which makes for a picturesque photo opportunity. Furthermore, families with children can enjoy bouncy ball scooping, adding to the overall experience.
Japanese restaurant
After the temple tour, we will enjoy a delicious Japanese meal.
Takarazuka station
Ending Point
Takarazuka station
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
transportation fees (you and the guide)
※It costs ¥480 from Osaka by train.
Lunch fee
※The lunch costs at least 1000 yen to 3000 yen.
Tour Important Information
* The tour duration is approximately half a day, starting in the morning and ending in the afternoon.
* Nakayama Temple is located about 30 minutes by train from Osaka.
* The temple grounds offer a serene and relaxing atmosphere.
* There are smaller temples on the grounds representing each zodiac sign.
* The highlight of the temple is the unique blue five-story pagoda.
* Families with children can enjoy some games such as bouncy ball scooping.
* Comfortable walking shoes are recommended as there will be some walking involved.
* Please inform us in advance if you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions for the included lunch.
* Transportation to and from the temple is not included, but we can provide guidance on how to get there.
this tour starts from 10:00 to 11:30
Important message from the supplier
I can only work from 9:00 to 15:00.
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 2023
About Tour Guide Natsuko I.
Hello!
My name is Natsuko.
Thank you for visiting my page.
I used to work for a trading company, which gave me the opportunity to use English with overseas business partners.
After leaving the company, I became an English teacher for children and I discovered that I really enjoy spending time with kids.
I also had the experience of being a host family for international students, and it was so fulfilling to show them around various tourist spots and see them happy.
I hope you can have a wonderful experience in Japan too!
Would you like to join one of my fun tours?
I look forward to seeing you again!
Reviews
Polly C.
“Kobe tour ”
Natsuko was excellent. She was accommodating and very patient practicing Japanese with my daughter. We really enjoyed the experience and would highly remember her especially if you have children or teenagers.
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Natsuko I.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m very happy that you chose my tour at the beginning of your daughter’s stay in Japan to help with her Japanese learning. It was so much fun spending time with you both, and I really enjoyed eating delicious Kobe beef together! I hope I can visit Australia someday and see you again.
Ingmar W.
“Very kids-friendly tour”
I booked Natsuko's services because we wanted a kids-friendly guide for our 9-year-old daughter. Natsuko did not disappoint and our daughter enjoyed the time with her in Osaka, visiting the castle, the Osaka Museum of Housing and Living, and a Wagyu Teppanyaki restaurant. Happy to recommend her for a family-friendly tour.
Natsuko I.
Thank you so much for joining my family-friendly tour in Osaka today! I was so impressed by your daughter—she was curious about everything, eager to learn about Japanese history, and had such a great understanding of it all. It was a pleasure spending the day with your lovely family. Thank you!
Sonali M.
“Local Osaka tour ”
Natsuko was excellent . She was very friendly and warm , she went out of her way to help us , including giving us her umbrellla and getting wet . We are in touch even after the tour . Can’t recommend her enough
Natsuko I.
Thank you for the wonderful review! I had a great time with you. It was nice to learn about history at Osaka Castle. The tour plan afterwards was very special for me. Thank you for that experience! I hope to see you again soon!
$63/ per person
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