It has been very enjoyable and entertaining thanks to the explanations and expertise of the guide Heli, who led the grou...
Miguel Angel
On this day trip from Osaka, we’ll visit Himeji Castle, Nara Park, and the lively Chinatown of Kōbe, three gems of traditional Japan. You’ll fall in love!
Not refundable. This activity doesn't permit modifications.
Osaka Mode Gakuen
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Miguel Angel
Sanlucar De Barrameda, SpainIt has been very enjoyable and entertaining thanks to the explanations and expertise of the guide Heli, who led the group perfectly.
María Del Carmen García Velázque
Sevilla, SpainGreat excursion and the guide was very attentive and professional at all times. The only thing we didn't like was the short time we had in Kobe (just ...
Javier
SpainThe guide Eli and the driver were excellent.
Juan Carlos
Sydney, AustraliaThe activity was perfect; we enjoyed every place we visited. Our guide, Helimar, was very friendly and shared all her knowledge about the history of e...
Mar Betancourt
Cancun, MexicoExcellent excursion, well worth it, I highly recommend it. Guide Alex was super good at explaining everything in detail.
Ruy Diaz Alvarado
Montey, MexicoAngeles was very attentive to our needs at all times, explaining in great detail everything we were going to see; she is a woman with a lot of experie...
Daniela Fernanda Ugarte
Treviso, ItalyThe trip was entertaining thanks to César's explanations, and the bus driver was very attentive; unfortunately, I don't remember his name well.
Bertha
MexicoThe guide was excellent in his manner and explanations; my only suggestion was to have more time in Kobe to eat at a leisurely pace.
Marco Antonio
Torreón, MexicoAngeles is a very good, very professional guide; she gave us a lot of information during the bus journeys.
Cesar Quezada Zuñiga
Monterrey, MexicoGreat tour and excellent guide Angeles
On this day trip from Osaka, we’ll visit Himeji Castle, Nara Park, and the lively Chinatown of Kōbe, three gems of traditional Japan. You’ll fall in love!
After meeting in front of the Osaka Mode Gakuen building, we’ll set off on a journey of just over 1 hour heading west. Our destination? The famous Himeji Castle, the most visited castle in the country. It’s time to travel back to medieval Japan!
This fortress is part of the so-called “Three Great Castles” and has been declared a World Heritage Site. And it’s no surprise, as its almost unreal white color has earned it the nickname of the White Heron.
It was built in 1346 on Mounts Himeyama and Sagiyama and, unlike many other Japanese castles, it’s survived wars, fires, and earthquakes intact. Did you know its passageways were designed like a labyrinth to confuse invaders? From the top of its main tower, we’ll enjoy the best panoramic views of the entire area.
After around 2 hours of visiting, we’ll head to the coastal city of Kōbe, about a 1-hour drive away. Once there, we’ll stop in its Chinatown, one of the oldest in Japan. The aromas of ginger and toasted sesame will fill the air.
For 1 hour, we’ll stroll through its streets lined with red lanterns and traditional shops, where every corner reveals centuries of cultural exchange. There, we’ll tell you how Kōbe was one of the first Japanese ports to open to foreign trade.
Next stop? Nara, the cradle of the Japanese spirit and a former imperial capital. Once there, we’ll head straight to its famous park, where the deer, considered messengers of the gods in the Shinto religion, will approach us with their unique friendliness.
You’ll then have 1 hour of free time to visit Tōdai-ji Temple, a masterpiece of architecture that houses a Great Bronze Buddha measuring more than 15 m (50 ft) tall.
Finally, we’ll begin the return journey to the meeting point in Osaka, where we’ll say goodbye after approximately 10 hours and 45 minutes.
If you have other questions, contact us
Osaka Mode Gakuen
Miguel Angel
Sanlucar De Barrameda, SpainIt has been very enjoyable and entertaining thanks to the explanations and expertise of the guide Heli, who led the group perfectly.
María Del Carmen García Velázque
Sevilla, SpainGreat excursion and the guide was very attentive and professional at all times. The only thing we didn't like was the short time we had in Kobe (just ...
Javier
SpainThe guide Eli and the driver were excellent.
Juan Carlos
Sydney, AustraliaThe activity was perfect; we enjoyed every place we visited. Our guide, Helimar, was very friendly and shared all her knowledge about the history of e...
Mar Betancourt
Cancun, MexicoExcellent excursion, well worth it, I highly recommend it. Guide Alex was super good at explaining everything in detail.
Ruy Diaz Alvarado
Montey, MexicoAngeles was very attentive to our needs at all times, explaining in great detail everything we were going to see; she is a woman with a lot of experie...
Daniela Fernanda Ugarte
Treviso, ItalyThe trip was entertaining thanks to César's explanations, and the bus driver was very attentive; unfortunately, I don't remember his name well.
Bertha
MexicoThe guide was excellent in his manner and explanations; my only suggestion was to have more time in Kobe to eat at a leisurely pace.
Marco Antonio
Torreón, MexicoAngeles is a very good, very professional guide; she gave us a lot of information during the bus journeys.
Cesar Quezada Zuñiga
Monterrey, MexicoGreat tour and excellent guide Angeles
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