• Nara Park - Explore Nara, Japan’s historic capital, and experience the tranquil beauty of Nara Park. Visit Todai-ji Temple, the world’s largest wooden structure and a UNESCO World Heritage site, and marvel at Japan’s giant Buddha statue, standing 15 meters tall.
• Todai-ji Temple - Located in Nara, Todaiji Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage site that houses the Great Buddha, one of the largest bronze statues globally, and is the largest wooden building in the world.
• Manyo Botanical Garden - Known as the Kasuga Taisha Garden, the Manyo Botanical Garden is situated next to the Kasuga Shrine at 160 Kasugano-cho, Nara, Nara, Japan.
• Tamukeyama Hachimangu Shrine - Tamukeyama Hachiman Shrine, a Shinto shrine near Tōdai-ji in Nara Prefecture, Japan, is dedicated to the kami Hachiman. Established in 749, it enshrines Emperor Ojin, Emperor Nintoku, Empress Jingū, and Emperor Chūai, alongside Hachiman.
• Arashiyama - Delight in the enchanting allure of Arashiyama. Visit the famous Bamboo Grove, a mystical forest of towering green stalks that create a serene and otherworldly ambiance. Stroll through this captivating path, where light filters through the dense bamboo, offering a unique and peaceful experience.

For travelers opting for the no-meal choice, enjoy 120 minutes in Arashiyama to explore local dining options and the picturesque surroundings at your leisure.

For Travelers Choosing the Lunch Option:
Savor 50 minutes for lunch at Kyoto Shokujidokoro Wasabi, followed by 60 minutes in Arashiyama.

• Bamboo Forest Street - The Bamboo Forest, also known as Arashiyama Bamboo Grove or Sagano Bamboo Forest, is a natural bamboo forest in Arashiyama, Kyoto, Japan. It primarily consists of mōsō bamboo and features several pathways for tourists and visitors. The Ministry of the Environment recognizes it as part of Japan’s soundscape.
• Yusai Kimono Gallery - Yusai-tei in Arashiyama is a contemporary art gallery and dye studio offering a hands-on kimono-dyeing workshop.
• Okochi Sanso Garden - Ōkōchi Sansō, the former residence and garden of Japanese jidaigeki actor Denjirō Ōkōchi in Arashiyama, Kyoto, is open to the public for an admission fee. It is renowned for its gardens and views of the Kyoto area, with several buildings recorded as cultural properties by the national government.
• Kyoto - For Travelers Choosing the Lunch Option (Departure from Osaka Only):
  Enjoy a delightful Kobe Beef Shabu-Shabu, accompanied by an informative explanation of the world-famous Kobe beef, known for meeting the highest standards among Japan’s three major Wagyu breeds. Its finely textured, tender meat features intricate marbling that melts during cooking, creating a soft, velvety texture that delights the palate.

Lunch will be served at Kyoto Shokujidokoro Wasabi, located on the historic grounds of Jurakudai, the site of Toyotomi Hideyoshi’s renowned Golden Castle. This traditional townhouse, with a history spanning over 100 years, provides a unique and memorable dining experience.

For Travelers Choosing the Lunch Option:
50 minutes for lunch, followed by 60 minutes in Arashiyama.

For Travelers Choosing the No Lunch Option:
No scheduled activities here, with 120 minutes to explore Arashiyama.

• Tenryuji Temple - Tenryū-ji, formally known as Tenryū Shiseizen-ji, is the head temple of the Tenryū-ji branch of the Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism, located in Susukinobaba-chō, Ukyō Ward, Kyoto, Japan. Founded by Ashikaga Takauji in 1339, it primarily venerates Gautama Buddha, with Musō Soseki as its first chief priest.
• Nonomiya Shrine - Nonomiya Shrine, or the Shrine in the Country, is a Shinto shrine in the Arashiyama district on the west side of Kyoto, Japan, near its bamboo forest.
• Jojakkoji Temple - This Buddhist temple, set in a tranquil forest with scenic views, is popular in autumn when its maples change color.
• Fushigi Fudo-in Temple - Fudo-in is a temple in the sacred Koyasan Buddhist mountain retreat, located off the main road between the Visitor Center and Okunoin cemetery.
• Monkey Park Iwatayama - Iwatayama Monkey Park is a commercial park in Arashiyama, Kyoto, Japan, situated atop Mount Arashiyama, opposite the Ōi River from the train station. It is home to a troop of over 120 Japanese macaque monkeys.
• Fukuda Art Museum - The Fukuda Art Museum boasts a collection of approximately 2000 items, primarily Japanese paintings from the Edo period (1603 - 1868).
• Arashiyama Kimono Forest - The “Arashiyama Kimono Forest” is a public art installation at Randen Arashiyama Station in Kyoto. It features a pathway lined with numerous cylindrical pillars, each wrapped in vibrant kimono fabric encased in clear acrylic.
• Kinkakuji Temple - Visit Kinkaku-ji Temple, the Golden Pavilion, a stunning UNESCO World Heritage site known for its dazzling golden exterior and serene gardens. Your ticket is included!
• Kitano Tenmangu Shrine - A shrine with 10th-century origins, featuring annual festivals to commemorate natural and historical events.
• Doumotoinsyo Museum - Showcasing painted canvases, ceilings, and screen doors by Insho Domoto in a space designed by the artist himself.
• Togetsukyo Bridge - Togetsukyō Bridge, meaning “Moon-Crossing Bridge,” is a landmark wooden bridge in Kyoto’s Arashiyama district, spanning the Katsura River. It’s celebrated for its scenic beauty, especially during cherry blossom season and autumn foliage, with a history dating back over a thousand years.
• Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine - Fushimi Inari Shrine, a revered Shinto shrine designated as an Important Cultural Property, is famous for its thousands of vibrant red torii gates, creating a stunning and immersive tunnel-like pathway up the sacred Mount Inari. As you walk through the gates, you’ll pass through a series of shrines, each representing a different aspect of the deity Inari Okami, worshipped for prosperity in business, household safety, and success in various endeavors.
• Ohashi Family Garden - This garden is registered as a scenic beauty spot by Kyoto City, and the earthen jar buried in the garden creates beautiful sounds when drips of flowing water touch the ceramic bottom.

• Entrance fee to Kinkakuji temple
• English or Chinese Speaking Guide
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• All Fees and Taxes
• Lunch (if the option is selected)

• Hotel Pick up / Drop off
• Entrance fee to Todaiji temple (Optional)

Start your day from the VIP Lounge in Osaka or Kyoto.

Your adventure begins in Nara, Japan’s ancient capital. Explore the stunning Nara Park, a historic site that embodies the city’s enduring allure. Proceed to Todai-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, which houses the 15-meter Great Buddha within the world’s largest wooden building.

Then, delve into the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. Stroll among the towering bamboo stalks and soak in the peaceful ambiance as sunlight streams through the grove. Enjoy some free time for lunch (note: location may change to Fushimi Inari depending on traffic).

The lunch option includes the renowned Kobe beef, celebrated for its tenderness and rich taste. Choose from three classic preparations: Shabu-shabu, Sukiyaki, or Beef Rice Bowl.

Continue to Kinkaku-ji Temple, also known as the Golden Pavilion. Marvel at its gold-leaf exterior and tranquil garden.

Conclude your journey at the famous Fushimi Inari Shrine, with its thousands of vermilion torii gates ascending Mount Inari.

• The tour schedule may change without prior notice due to weather, road traffic conditions, and other unforeseen reasons. (There might be delays in returning to the designated location. If the tour is cancelled by the supplier due to extreme weather or natural disaster, you will receive a full refund.
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