Visit Kyoto and Nara’s most iconic cultural and natural landmarks in one seamless day trip from Osaka. Walk with sacred deer, marvel at endless torii gates, and breathe in the serenity of bamboo groves.

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Highlights

Enjoy the company of a professional and enthusiastic English-speaking tour guide
Interact with the sacred deer of Nara Park and feed them special senbei crackers
Walk through the world-famous red torii gates of Fushimi Inari Taisha
Explore the breathtaking Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and the historic Nonomiya Shrine
Discover Kyoto’s spiritual beauty and scenic charm, all in one day

Full Description

Step into the cultural heart of Japan with a full-day bus tour that takes you from bustling Osaka to the serene beauty of Nara and Kyoto.

Begin your day in Nara Park, where you’ll encounter over 1,000 friendly, free-roaming deer—considered messengers of the gods in Shinto tradition. Feed them with special “shika senbei” crackers and enjoy close-up interactions with these gentle creatures.

Next, visit the Fushimi Inari Taisha, one of Japan’s most iconic landmarks. This shrine, dedicated to Inari—the deity of rice, prosperity, and business—is famous for its thousands of vibrant red torii gates that snake their way up Mount Inari. It’s also been featured in major films like Memoirs of a Geisha and Detective Conan.

Your final destination is Arashiyama, a scenic district in western Kyoto known for its mix of nature, history, and charm. You’ll have time to explore the serene Bamboo Forest, the romantic Togetsukyo Bridge, and the elegant Nonomiya Shrine. You can also optionally visit the UNESCO-listed Tenryu-ji Temple, known for its Zen gardens and historical significance.

Arashiyama offers local street food, quaint shops, and unique experiences like the Kimono Forest—a modern art installation of traditional textile patterns—and the Arashiyama Station Foot Bath, perfect for a relaxing break.

Tour Itinerary

(Times and order may vary due to traffic and weather conditions)

08:00 AM | Departure from Osaka (Harimaya Nippombashi 1-chome)
08:50 AM | Kyoto guests meet at Nara Park directly

Nara Park (Free time, 1 hour)
Fushimi Inari Taisha (Self-guided walk and sightseeing, 70 minutes)
Arashiyama Area (Free exploration, ~2.5 hours)
- Bamboo Forest
- Nonomiya Shrine
- Tenryu-ji Temple (optional, admission fee required)
- Togetsukyo Bridge
- Kimono Forest
- Footbath experience (optional)
- Local shops and street food

16:30 PM | Return to Kyoto
17:30 PM | Return to Osaka
(Note: During peak seasons, arrival times may be delayed until 6:00–8:00 PM due to heavy traffic.)

Pricing

From ¥8,800 per person

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Includes

Round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned bus
Professional English-speaking tour guide
All taxes, parking fees, and fuel charges

Meeting Point

Osaka Departure:
Please arrive by 08:00 AM
Location: Harimaya Nippombashi, near Exit 2 of Kintetsu Namba Station
Address: 1 Chome-3-11 Nipponbashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0073, Japan

Look for the tour bus and guide holding a doll for easy identification.

Kyoto Guests:
Please go directly to Nara Park by 8:50 AM (no boarding in Kyoto)

Reviews

“Our guide went above and beyond—helping us shop, translating at local stores, and making the day effortless. Highly recommended!”

“Amanda gave us rich insight into every stop. The tour covered so much, though I wish we had more time at Fushimi Inari and the bamboo forest. Still, great value for the price.”

“Scarlett was full of energy and made the whole day enjoyable. A fantastic tour if you want to see the highlights of Kyoto and Nara in just one day!”

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