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Visiting Nara from Osaka ～truly the must-see place in Japan～
Osaka
8 hours
Nara: the must-see place in Japan. Nara was the capital of ancient Japan before Kyoto became the capital. In the Nara era, Buddhism played an important role in stabilizing the country. So you can see many big old temples there. Many of these are listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites and are concentrated in a small area. So, if you have only one free day to spend in the Kansai area, I highly recommend visiting Nara.
FROM$268/ per group
Shuji O.
4.94 / 5
(34 reviews)
Your most memorable tour in Osaka
Osaka
6 hours
The city of Osaka flourished around the eponymous Osaka Castle during the Edo era, and is now the third largest city in Japan. It is said to be the center of commerce and is a vibrant city with an atmosphere distinct from that of Tokyo or Kyoto. Please visit Osaka and get to know a different side of the country.
FROM$247/ per group
Kazuhiko G.
4.78 / 5
(190 reviews)
Exploring Osaka
Osaka
9 hours
8,000 years ago, Osaka slept under a large seashore lake. This city of lake later turned to a city of smoke and eventually grew into the 2nd key international city after Tokyo. Birth place of industry in Japan, such as bank, insurance, steel, machinery, spinning, medicine, ship building, electrical appliance, etc. Touching days of Osaka ,Then and Now.
FROM$268/ per group
Masahisa M.
5.00 / 5
(49 reviews)
Osaka Highlight tour
Osaka
8 hours
We visit symbolic Osaka Castle, the 1st state-established Buddhist temple (admission fee of 600 yen needed) and Umeda Sky Building, a popular skyscrapers with 360° panoramic view on top (admission fee of 1500 yen needed). My guide fee is 56000 yen / 8hours (up to 8 persons)
FROM$375/ per group
Kenji M.
4.72 / 5
(85 reviews)
Nara and Osaka in One Day
Osaka
8 hours
In the morning, we will be visiting Nara, the ancient capital city of Japan before Kyoto. In the late afternoon, we will move to Osaka, the vibrant center of Western Japan. You can feel two different faces of Japan, old and new in one day. Experience ancient history during the day and enjoy vibrant commercial atomosphere of the urban life in the late afternoon / early evening.
FROM$268/ per group
Toichi N.
4.98 / 5
(58 reviews)
Cultural Properties in Ancient Capital of Kyoto- from Osaka
Osaka
9 hours
In Kyoto, there are a lot of cultural properties. Of them, seventeen temples and shrines are included in World Heritage. On this tour, we will visit some of them from Osaka to feel the profundity and splendor of Kyoto. If you are interested in the places not listed here, for example, if you would like to visit Kyoto Imperial Palace, Nijo Castle, Silver Pavilion, Gion, Kiyomizu-dera, Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka, Sanjusangen-do and others, just let me know. I will customize a tour for you.
FROM$284/ per group
Hiroyuki T.
4.97 / 5
(164 reviews)
A day trip to Hiroshima from Osaka
Osaka
10 hours
The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum is the place every human being should visit. Itsukushima Shrine, which looks like floating on the sea, is one of the best scenic beauties in Japan. We can eat the local food of Hiroshima, like Hiroshima yaki. You can make a day trip to Hiroshima from Osaka.
FROM$334/ per group
Shuji O.
4.94 / 5
(34 reviews)
Nara Yoshino Cherry Blossoms & Autumn Leaves Viewing
Osaka
9 hours
Mt.Yoshino is one of the most popular cherry blossom viewing spots and furthermore one of the most popular changing colors of autumn leaves viewing spots in Japan. Generally you enjoy cherry blossom viiewing only for about 2 weeks but in Mt.Yoshino you can enjoy it for nearly one month. We visit Kinpusenji, Yoshimizu Shrine, and Chikuri-in. Our yransportation fee is about 3,400 yen /person. Your entrance fee is 1,700 yen /person.
FROM$311/ per group
Hideo Y.
4.60 / 5
(180 reviews)
One-day Tour in Osaka's World Heritage Site and other spots
Osaka
8 hours
Osaka is one of the urban places in Japan but it also has historical places, artefacts and remains. Osaka has a UNESCO World Heritage Site where emperors' tombs are buried dating from 1600 years ago. Many of them are located in Sakai city, which played an important role in flourishing in Osaka. This tour includes visiting a shrine and a temple, an old house which is 400 years old, and emperors' tombs called 'Kofun'. Let's enjoy visiting those places together !
FROM$254/ per group
Atsuko T.
4.97 / 5
(64 reviews)
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Exploring Kyoto—from Osaka Cruise Terminal [8 hours]
Osaka
8 hours
We'll go to Kyoto, explore some of the city's finest attractions, and safely return to the ship. —Breathtaking views from hilltop Kiyomizu Temple —The enchanting world of Gion's geisha—you may even catch a glimpse of one! —Fushimi Inari Shrine, where vibrant red gates line the path up the mountain Group Size: up to 8 people Transportation: Walking or Train/Bus/Subway (not included) OPTIONAL to cover in-city transit for each person who needs it: ¥4,000
FROM$495/ per group
Jay T.
4.33 / 5
(3 reviews)
Customized Private Tour in Osaka
Osaka
8 hours
This is customized private tour in Osaka which guest can make easily by selecting any spots from a list of recommended tourist spots. The list consists of 17 tourist destinations divided by 3 area,North, South and Bay area that are popular among foreign tourists. After the guest's selection guide will arrange best itinerary with cost and feedback the guest proper offer for formal booking.
FROM$401/ per group
Kenji M.
4.72 / 5
(85 reviews)
Day Trip to Nara ,Ancient Capital from Osaka
Osaka
8 hours
How about going to Nara,easily accessible from Osaka with me？ It takes only about 30 minutes by train from central Osaka. Let’s explore Japan’s ancient capital , home to three World Heritage sites.You can experience feeding politely bowing deer.
FROM$535/ per group
Tomoe K.
Himeji Castle and temple of the Last Samurai from Osaka
Osaka
9 hours
There are more than 300 castles in the Japan, but only 12 have original castle towers. Of the 12, Himeji Castle is the largest, most beautiful and designated as Japanese national treasure and World Heritage Site. Shoshazan Engyoji Temple in the same area, known as the filming location of the movie "The Last Samurai", is a prestigious temple and was said to be the three major dojos of the Tendai sect in the Middle Ages. *not available from January 23 through March 23.
FROM$284/ per group
Hiroyuki T.
4.97 / 5
(164 reviews)
Kumano Sanzan & Nachi Waterfall
Osaka
12 hours
"The sacred sites and the pilgrimage routes in the Kii Mountain Range (including Kumano Kodo)", is designated as a World Cultural Heritage site in 2004. We visit Kumano Sanzan; the three main shrines of "Kumano Nachi Taisha," "Kumano Hayatama Taisha" and "Kumano Hongu Taisha." Furthermore we visit Nachi waterfall.
FROM$284/ per group
Hideo Y.
4.60 / 5
(180 reviews)
Miyajima and Hiroshima Peace Memorial from Osaka
Osaka
10 hours 30 min
Miyajima is an island of gods in the Seto Inland Sea. Vermilion painted torii gate and Itsukushima Shrine, which was built in shallow water in front of the island in the Middle Ages look like they are floating on the sea. Let's think together why this island is the island of gods and why a shrine was built here. After visiting Miyajima, we will visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Genbaku (Atomic Bomb) Dome that remained at the epicenter.
FROM$341/ per group
Hiroyuki T.
4.97 / 5
(164 reviews)
Kobe waterfront & Nunobiki Herb Gardens and Ropeway (from Osaka)
Osaka
8 hours
We visit Kobe from Osaka. Kobe has a different feel from Osaka or Kyoto. We will see the beautiful harbor area and mountain park, which we can enjoy from the Port Tower and Nunobiki Herb Garden. Kobe also has an international feel. There is an extensive Chinatown, Residences of the Western people, a Cathedral, a Mosk, a Synagogue, etc.. And, if you like, we can walk a mountain trail and visit some waterfalls. Let's enjoy them.
FROM$268/ per group
Shuji O.
4.94 / 5
(34 reviews)
Osaka’s Hidden Gem with Local Guide
Osaka
5 hours
Do you think Osaka is just a bustling city and the city of comedy？ I’d love to show two temples and a shrine adored by the Osaka natives.Shitennoji Temple, Isshinji Temple and Sumiyoshi Grand Shrine. One of them dates back 2000 years,we are visiting there by tram running near local houses.
FROM$368/ per group
Tomoe K.
Kurashiki and Okayama (Korakuen Gareden & Castle) from Osaka
Osaka
8 hours
We will visit Kurashiki and Okayama on this tour. Kurashiki is very well known for its beautiful Bikan Historical Quarters where the canal-side townscape has been preserved since the 17th century, and Okayama is very well known for Korakuen Garden which is one of the three most beautiful gardens in Japan, and Okayama Castle, which is called Crow Castle from its black painted walls.
FROM$341/ per group
Hiroyuki T.
4.97 / 5
(164 reviews)
KOYASAN : The Sacred Center of Shingon Buddhism
Osaka
10 hours
Mt.Koya ,or Koyasan, was founded about 1,200 years ago by Kobo Daishi (Kukai) as the monastic center of Shingon Mikkyo, or literally "True World Esoteric Buddhism." Koyasan was added to UNESCO's World Heritage List as the "Sacred Sited and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range" in 2004. We visit 3 popular spts such as Kongobuji Temple, Danjogaran, and Okunoin (Kobodaishi mausoleum). We take Nankai train from Namba Station for about 4,300JPY/person.
FROM$311/ per group
Hideo Y.
4.60 / 5
(180 reviews)
Osaka Combo Tour of Shitennoji and Isshinji temple
Osaka
3 hours
Visit two beloved temples in Osaka The two temple are in Tennoji area. (1) Shitennoji is one of the oldest temples in Japan founded in 593. (2) Isshinji is famous four its Buddha statues made of human ashes. (Osaka is the central business hub in western Japan. This Tennoji area is full of attractions such as Japan’s tallest building, Osaka’s symbol, Tsutenkaku, as well as temples and shrines.)
FROM$201/ per group
Tomoe K.
Kobe (Sake Brewer in Nada, China Town & Sorakuen Garden)
Osaka
7 hours
Kobe has developed as an international port city, and people from abroad have created their own unique culture there which made Kobe an exotic city. Chinatown, and Ijinkan, former residences for early foreign settlers, are typical examples. Kobe is also known as a famous its sake, there are many sake breweries in the Nada area. On this tour, we will visit China Town and Sorakuen, a Japan garden which has an Ijinkan, and a sake brewery in Nada.
FROM$301/ per group
Hiroyuki T.
4.97 / 5
(164 reviews)
Kanazawa, a day trip from Osaka
Osaka
11 hours 30 min
Kanazawa is a beautiful ancient city in Hokuriku. As it was not bombed during the World War II, there remain many beautiful buildings and valuable cultural assets in the city. On this tour, we will make a day trip from Osaka to Kanazawa to visit Higashi Chayagai Streets, Kanazawa Castle, Kenrokuen Garden, Omicho Market and more.
FROM$341/ per group
Hiroyuki T.
4.97 / 5
(164 reviews)
Machu Picchu of the East: The Ruins of Takeda Castle
Osaka
10 hours 30 min
The ruins of Takeda Castle is called the "Castle in the Sky" of "Machu Picchu of the East." They are truly appropriate names because the image of it floating above a sea of clouds, and gleaming in the light of the early morning sun in autumn is extremely beautiful. It's beyond description. The "Castle in the Sky" can be seen from Ritsuun-Kyo on the opposite side of the ruins of the Castle. If you're lucky, you may see the castle floating in a sea of clouds from Ritsuun-Kyo in autumn.
FROM$358/ per group
Hideo Y.
4.60 / 5
(180 reviews)
Ise Jingu Prestigious Shrine
Osaka
8 hours
se Jingu in western Japan is the most venerated Shinto sanctuary of great spiritual and historical significance. It attracts more than 8 million worshippers every year. This sacred shrine consists of 125 shrine centering on the two main sanctuaries: naiku, or inner shrine, and Geku, or outer shrine. Inner shrine is dedicated to Amaterasu Omikakmi, the supreme goddess shining like the sun, who is the ancestral deity of the Japanese Imperial family.
FROM$284/ per group
Hideo Y.
4.60 / 5
(180 reviews)