A day trip to Katsuo-ji Temple in Osaka, Arashiyama and Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto | Victory Daruma Prayer Pilgrimage (Departing from Osaka)
- A selected day trip to Osaka and Kyoto, including a pilgrimage to Katsuo-ji Temple and popular attractions.
- Visit Katsuo-ji Temple to admire the mountain full of Daruma dolls and pray for good luck in your studies and career.
- Stroll through the bamboo groves of Arashiyama and the area around Kiyomizu-dera Temple, and experience the charm of Kyoto's ancient capital.
- Book your Osaka and Kyoto day trip with KKday deals and enjoy a hassle-free, easy trip!
Package Options
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Transportation method | Transfer from meeting point |
| Departure Time | Early Departure (Before 8 am) |
| Minimum participant requirement | 1 traveler |
| Meal arrangement | Arrange yourself |
| Family-friendly | Free for children under 2 (no seat) |
| Seasonal | Spring Cherry Blossom, Autumn Maple |
| Sightseeing type | Natural sights, City walking tour, Temples & shrines, Power spots |
| Transport | Charter car, Bus tour |
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Visit the most popular auspicious spots in the Kansai region, including Katsuo-ji Temple, famous for its "good fortune prayers," where you can personally offer a Daruma doll and pray for success in your studies, career, love, and life goals. Afterwards, stroll through Arashiyama, a place steeped in the ancient capital's charm, admiring the captivating scenery of Togetsukyo Bridge and bamboo groves, and experiencing the beauty of Kyoto throughout the four seasons. Finally, visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a World Heritage Site, and enjoy panoramic views of Kyoto from the Kiyomizu Stage. Take a leisurely stroll along Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka, experiencing the authentic charm of Kyoto. This one-day trip seamlessly connects two of Osaka and Kyoto's most popular attractions, satisfying your desire for good fortune, experiencing traditional Japanese culture, and capturing stunning scenery. Perfect for independent travelers, Daruma enthusiasts, and anyone looking to boost their future—embark on a blessed and energizing Kansai pilgrimage.
Katsuo-ji Temple: Dedicated to victory for 1300 years, it is now famous for its shrines where people pray for good fortune in academics, health, and purification. Daruma dolls and fortune slips are displayed throughout the temple grounds. The temple grounds are also beautiful throughout the year, with cherry blossoms, hydrangeas, and autumn foliage. You can also purchase victory Daruma dolls here to enhance your luck!
Katsuo-ji Temple is most notable for its numerous "Shounun Daruma" dolls scattered throughout the mountainside. After making a wish, people place a Daruma doll with one eye painted on it in the temple. If their wish is fulfilled, they return to add the other eye, signifying that their wish has been granted. Thousands upon thousands of Daruma dolls are scattered along the stone steps, by the pond, and around the buildings, creating a breathtaking and powerful sight.
Kiyomizu-dera Temple: Its name originates from "Otowa Taki," whose water is said to cure all ailments. The Jishu Shrine, dedicated to the Old Man Under the Moon (a figure associated with marriage), is famous throughout Japan for its love fortune-telling. Those seeking a good match should try the "Love Stone"—it's said that if you walk straight from one side of a stone to the other with your eyes closed and touch it, your soulmate will come. The 200-meter-long Sannei Trail in front of the temple is lined with traditional Kyoto shops, waiting to be explored. Kiyomizu-dera was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. From here, you can enjoy panoramic views of Kyoto. Its beauty attracts numerous domestic and international tourists every year. Especially during the seasons when autumn leaves, cherry blossoms, and new greenery bloom, the scenery becomes even more enchanting, making it a place you'll never want to leave.
Kiyomizu-dera Temple is a representative Kyoto attraction that combines the beauty of history, nature, and culture. Whether you're enjoying the scenery, praying, taking photos, or appreciating tradition, you can have a rich experience. Strolling along the Ninenzaka stone-paved slope, which is full of Kyoto's ancient charm, with its rows of Kyoto-style townhouses, traditional Japanese shops, and famous confectionery shops, feels like stepping back in time to Kyoto and experiencing the most authentic ancient capital atmosphere.
Arashiyama: Kyoto's most representative tourist destination and a popular filming location for period dramas. The Togetsukyo Bridge in Arashiyama, about 200 meters long, still retains its original 17th-century appearance restored with steel frame. Enjoying the beautiful scenery of Arashiyama from the bridge, you are surrounded by tranquility and picturesque beauty, as if time has turned back, allowing you to relive the life of ancient Kyoto.
Arashiyama, one of Kyoto's most iconic tourist destinations, offers a unique experience. Visitors can stroll along the Togetsukyo Bridge, wander through bamboo groves, visit the World Heritage Site Tenryu-ji Temple, savor matcha and local cuisine, and rent bicycles to explore the Katsura River. It's a must-visit in Kyoto, combining nature, food, and culture. Wandering along Arashiyama's bamboo groves, you can feel the soothing atmosphere of the gentle breeze rustling through the bamboo leaves, experiencing Kyoto's most representative natural beauty and Japanese charm.
Purchase Notice
[Tourism Conditions]
Travel departure point & destination: Osaka
Trip duration: Day trip
Transportation: Chartered bus
Bus company names: Sunshine Tourism / KEY JAPAN Co., Ltd. / Ryufuji Tourism, etc.
Meals: Breakfast 0 times, Lunch 0 times, Dinner 0 times
Accommodation facilities: None
Minimum group size: 1
Team Leader: 1
Reminders
In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day(s) before departure (local time 18:00). Notifications will then be sent via email
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
Please understand that delays, itinerary changes, or cancellations of attractions may occur due to force majeure factors such as traffic and weather.
If the tour cannot proceed due to weather conditions or insufficient participants, a full refund will be issued. However, expenses incurred by the traveler, such as transportation and accommodation, will not be compensated. Travelers who fail to arrive on the day of the tour, leave the group midway, or voluntarily abandon the tour due to personal reasons are not entitled to a refund or compensation.
If the trip is cancelled or terminated due to special circumstances such as severe weather, natural disasters, mechanical failures, traffic accidents, war, coups, strikes, riots, or government orders that are not attributable to the travel agency, a full refund of the tour fee will be issued. If the above-mentioned circumstances occur on the day of departure or at the departure date, the refund will be issued after deducting the costs already incurred. Under these circumstances, tour members may not object or demand compensation. Travelers shall be responsible for any losses or additional costs incurred as a result of the event.
For the sake of travel safety and the smooth running of the itinerary, our company reserves the right and obligation to adjust the itinerary, modify activities or cancel the tour. If the tour is canceled, the full tour fee will be refunded.
Road traffic is unpredictable, and traffic may be congested during holidays, which may delay your return trip. Please consider whether to arrange your trip at night. No refunds or compensation will be given for delayed returns. Thank you for your understanding.
We apologize that the time spent at each attraction may be adjusted due to traffic congestion or other factors.
To ensure the safety of travelers and protect the rights of other group members, please inform us of any chronic illnesses or mobility issues when registering.
Bus seats are one person per seat. We regret that we cannot accept advance seat reservations. Depending on the number of registrations on the day, we may arrange for someone of the opposite sex to sit next to us. Thank you for your understanding and forgiveness.
Minors or children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult to join the tour. Travelers aged 80 and above must be accompanied by a family member or friend. We apologize for any inconvenience.
The bus seats used during the experience tour may be shared with other members of the tour group, depending on the tour leader's arrangements on the day.
This tour cannot be joined midway.
All times listed in the itinerary are estimates and may be adjusted depending on the circumstances on the day.
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