Embark on a 3-day food tour in Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara. Savor local specialties, explore iconic temples, and experience traditional tea ceremonies.
Embark on a 3-day food tour in Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara. Savor local specialties, explore iconic temples, and experience traditional tea ceremonies.
Osaka
Osaka Castle - Located in Chūō-ku, Osaka, Japan, Osaka Castle is a renowned Japanese castle. It is one of Japan’s most iconic landmarks and played a significant role in the unification of Japan during the Azuchi-Momoyama period in the sixteenth century.
Shinsekai Inari Shrine - Situated on the north side of Tsutenkaku, Inari Shrine was…
Osaka
Osaka Castle - Located in Chūō-ku, Osaka, Japan, Osaka Castle is a renowned Japanese castle. It is one of Japan’s most iconic landmarks and played a significant role in the unification of Japan during the Azuchi-Momoyama period in the sixteenth century.
Shinsekai Inari Shrine - Situated on the north side of Tsutenkaku, Inari Shrine was established to promote the prosperity of businesses in Shinsekai. Visitors can spin the stone roulette wheel to receive a number and read the corresponding fortune from a nearby board.
Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine - Also known as Sumiyoshi Grand Shrine, Sumiyoshi-taisha is a Shinto shrine located in Sumiyoshi-ku, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan. It is the principal shrine of all Sumiyoshi shrines and lends its name to a style of shrine architecture called Sumiyoshi-zukuri.
Sakai City Hall Observatory Floor - In Sakai City, the observation lobby on the 21st floor of Sakai City Hall had its hours reduced by two hours due to energy supply and demand issues and rising energy costs. However, starting July 1, 2024, the closing time will be extended to 9 p.m.
Sorraniwa Onsen Osaka Bay Tower - The “Clear Skin Bath” is a natural hot spring with slightly alkaline waters sourced from 1,000 meters below the earth’s surface.
Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street - Shinsaibashi-Suji Shopping Street, extending east to Mido-Suji Avenue, is Osaka’s most famous shopping area and a lasting symbol of the city. With a 380-year history, it was already a well-established shopping area during the Edo Period. The 600-meter-long roofed arcade features shops for all ages, including traditional kimono tailors, western clothing and footwear retailers, restaurants, fast food outlets, jewelers, and boutiques with the latest fashions. Many enjoy a leisurely stroll through Shinsaibashi, window-shopping, and sampling the local cuisine.
Shitennoji - Shitennoji (四天王寺, Shitennōji) is one of Japan’s oldest temples and the first to be built by the state. Founded in 593 by Prince Shotoku, who supported the introduction of Buddhism to Japan, the temple’s buildings have been reconstructed multiple times over the centuries to maintain the original 6th-century design.
Nara
Nara Park - Nara Park, along with Naramachi and Nishinokyo, is a must-visit area in Nara City. Spanning 660 hectares, it is famous for its free-roaming deer and world-renowned temples. Feeding the deer is a popular activity, with special crackers available throughout the park. Visitors can also enjoy refreshments at traditional tea houses and kiosks offering snacks and souvenirs.
Todai-ji Temple - Todaiji Temple, featuring a 15-meter high Buddha, is the most prestigious of Nara’s seven great temples and attracts a constant flow of visitors. Enter through Nandaimon Gate to see its two 8-meter tall guardian figures with Herculean physiques. Behind the temple, Nigatsudo offers beautiful views of the city.
Kasuga Taisha Museum - The Kasuga Taisha Museum, a modern building near the main shrine, houses exquisite artifacts, including makie lacquer boxes inlaid with gold, rare swords, samurai armor, and artworks.
Naramachi - Naramachi (奈良町, literally “Nara Town”) is Nara’s former merchant district, where several traditional residential buildings and warehouses are preserved and open to the public. The district’s narrow lanes are now lined with boutiques, shops, cafes, restaurants, and a few museums.
Nara National Museum - Located in Nara, the former capital of Japan from 710 to 784, the Nara National Museum was originally designed by Katayama Tōkuma (1854–1917) and is a representative Western-style building of the Meiji period, designated as an Important Cultural Property in Japan. A supplemental building was designed by Junzō Yoshimura (1908–1997) in 1973.
Nara Palace Site Historical Park - The capital Heijo-kyo was established at the site of present-day Nara city about 1,300 years ago. The Ritsuryo codes, a series of laws, provided a legal framework for the nation, and Tempyo culture thrived in and around the city. During the 74 years of the Nara period, the city was the center of Japanese political and cultural life. The Daigokuden (Imperial Audience Hall) and Chodo-in, used for political and ceremonial purposes, along with the emperor’s palace and government agencies, were located in the center of Heijo-kyo.
Isuien Garden and Neiraku Museum - Isuien (依水園) is a charming Japanese garden featuring elements like the use of Todaiji Temple’s Nandaimon Gate and Mount Wakakusayama as “borrowed scenery.” The name Isuien means “garden founded on water,” as its ponds are fed by the nearby Yoshikigawa River. The Yoshikien Garden is situated just across the river.
Kyoto
Kyoto Imperial Palace - In Japan, the Sentō Imperial Palace traditionally refers not to a single location but to any residence of retired emperors. Before Akihito’s abdication in 2019, the last Emperor to retire did so in 1817, so the term commonly refers to the historical Kyoto Sento Imperial Palace.
Nishiki Market Shopping District - Nishiki Market, located in downtown Kyoto on the east end of Nishikikōji Street, is a marketplace rich in history and tradition. It is renowned as the place to find many of Kyoto’s famous foods and goods.
Sanjusangendo Temple - Sanjūsangen-dō is a Buddhist temple of the Tendai sect in Kyoto’s Higashiyama district. Founded in 1164 by Taira no Kiyomori for the cloistered Emperor Go-Shirakawa, it is officially known as Rengeō-in and is part of the Myōhō-in temple complex.
Gion - Gion is Kyoto’s geisha district, where hostesses in colorful kimonos are often seen on the wooden Tatsumi Bridge or among upscale Japanese restaurants and boutiques on Hanamikoji Street. Gion Corner hosts traditional Kyomai dances, while Kennin-ji Temple is known for its Zen garden, and Yasaka Shrine features seasonal festivals in a lantern-lit courtyard. Nightlife ranges from quiet sake bars to lively, pub-like izakayas.
Kiyomizu-dera Temple - Kiyomizu-dera is a Buddhist temple in eastern Kyoto, Japan. It is part of the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Fushimi Inari Taisha - With a history dating back to the 8th century, Fushimi Inari Taisha is the headquarters of approximately 30,000 Inari shrines across the country. Located on and around Mt. Inari, the shrine complex includes easily accessible worship halls at the mountain’s base, connected by vermilion torii gate-lined paths that wind up the wooded heights to more remote inner shrines, offering surprises that require some hiking to reach.
Kinkakuji Temple - Kinkaku-ji, officially known as Rokuon-ji, is a Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan. It is one of Kyoto’s most popular buildings, attracting numerous visitors each year.
- English and Japanese Speaking Guide
- Public Transportation
- 3 days walking tours in 3 cities
- Lunch
- Snacks & desserts
- Water & soft drinks
- English and Japanese Speaking Guide
- Public Transportation
- 3 days walking tours in 3 cities
- Lunch
- Snacks & desserts
- Water & soft drinks
- Alcholic Drinks ( Availble to purchase from 21 years old)
- Alcholic Drinks ( Availble to purchase from 21 years old)
Experience the essence of Osaka’s cuisine by sampling a variety of local specialties. Delight in the savory flavors of okonomiyaki, a hearty pancake filled with cabbage, seafood, and your choice of toppings. Enjoy the rich taste of takoyaki, octopus balls served with a tangy sauce and mayonnaise. Be sure to try kushikatsu, deep-fried skewers,…
Experience the essence of Osaka’s cuisine by sampling a variety of local specialties. Delight in the savory flavors of okonomiyaki, a hearty pancake filled with cabbage, seafood, and your choice of toppings. Enjoy the rich taste of takoyaki, octopus balls served with a tangy sauce and mayonnaise. Be sure to try kushikatsu, deep-fried skewers, accompanied by a variety of dipping sauces.
Discover the refined elegance of Kyoto cuisine as you savor the delicate flavors of kaiseki, a multi-course meal showcasing the finest seasonal ingredients. Relish the subtle sweetness of matcha, powdered green tea, served in a tranquil tea house. Don’t miss the chance to try yuba, tofu skin, known for its delicate texture and subtle flavor.
Explore the rich heritage of Kyoto city. Experience the elegance of geisha districts and samurai tales. Visit iconic temples such as Kinkaku-ji and Fushimi Inari Shrine. Witness the artistry of traditional tea ceremonies.
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