About this experience
Discover the best of Kansai on a full-day tour to Kyoto and Nara from Osaka. Begin your journey in the Kiyomizudera area, where you can wear a kimono while exploring the streets and visit Kiyomizu Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the afternoon, head to Nara Park at the foot of Mount Wakakusa, with its lush greenery and gardens providing a picturesque backdrop for encounters with friendly, free-roaming deer.
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What to expect
Departure from Nipponbashi Station
8:40 AMMake your own way to Nipponbashi Station Exit 2 to join the group before departing for Kyoto.
Alternative join point: Kyoto Station
9:50 AMIf you prefer to make your own way to Kyoto, you can board the tour at the Hachijo Exit sightseeing bus parking lot.
Kiyomizudera Area — free exploration
10:00 AM – 1:00 PMSpend the morning exploring at your own pace: visit Kiyomizu Temple, try a kimono rental, walk the Sannen-zaka trail, and stroll Hanamikoji Street.
Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
1:00 PM – 3:30 PMWalk beneath the iconic corridor of thousands of torii gates at one of Japan's most visited Shinto shrines.
Nara Park and Todaiji Temple
3:30 PM – 5:00 PMArrive at the foot of Mount Wakakusa to wander the park's gardens, interact with the deer, and visit the great Todaiji Temple.
Return to Osaka — Shinsaibashi drop-off
5:00 PM – 6:00 PMTravel back to Osaka, with the tour concluding at a drop-off point in the Shinsaibashi area.
Meeting point
Nipponbashi Station Exit 2, Osaka (primary); Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit sightseeing bus parking lot (alternative join point)
Arrive at Nipponbashi Station Exit 2 by 8:40 AM. If joining in Kyoto, meet at the Hachijo Exit sightseeing bus parking lot by 9:50 AM. Have your booking confirmation ready to present to the guide.
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- Booking confirmation (mobile or printed)
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Cash for entrance fees and optional activities
- IC card or transport card if making your own way to the meeting point
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Frequently asked questions
Are entrance fees to Kiyomizu Temple and Todaiji included?
No — entrance fees for temples and any optional activities (including kimono rental) are at your own expense and are not covered by the tour price.
Can I join the tour in Kyoto rather than Osaka?
Yes. There is an alternative join point at Kyoto Station's Hachijo Exit sightseeing bus parking lot at 9:50 AM, so you can make your own way there if that's more convenient.
Where does the tour end — do I get dropped back in Osaka?
The tour ends with a drop-off in the Shinsaibashi area of Osaka at approximately 6:00 PM.
Is this tour suitable for young children?
Children under 3 travel free but no seat is reserved for them. All travellers aged 18 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult. The day involves a fair amount of walking, so bear this in mind with very young children.
Are there any health or fitness requirements?
Travellers aged 70 and above must present a fitness certificate from their GP and be accompanied by a paying adult aged 23 or over. The tour is not recommended for pregnant women or those with heart conditions, a fear of heights, or other relevant medical conditions.
What happens if the weather is bad?
The itinerary is subject to change due to weather or traffic conditions. The operator will adjust the schedule where necessary — check your booking confirmation for any updates on the day.