2-Day Tour of Amanohashidate, Kyoto by the Sea｜Take the Kyoto Arashiyama Train & Free Stroll around Arashiyama & Miyama Thatched House Village & Amanohashidate Sightseeing Boat & Kasamatsu Park & Ine Funaya & Popular New Spot Katsuo-ji Temple｜Depart from Osaka and Kyoto
- Stay in a hot spring hotel near Amanohashidate, one of the three most beautiful views in Japan
- Take the Arashiyama train to experience the ancient Japanese railway style
- Arashiyama Stroll, a Must-Visit Spot in Kansai, Japan
- Osaka's newest popular spot: Katsuoji Temple, the Daruma Temple
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- Itinerary Information -
Osaka meeting time: 07:00
Departure time from Osaka: 07:10
Meeting time in Kyoto: 08:00
Departure time from Kyoto: 08:10
Meeting point in Osaka: In front of Kani Doraku Dotonbori Higashi branch * Close to Nihonbashi
Meeting point in Kyoto: Kyoto Station Hachijoguchi Matsuri Clock Square
Duration: 2 days
Kyoto return information: Expected to arrive at Kyoto Station around 17:30-18:30
Return trip to Osaka: Expected to arrive at Kani Doraku Higashi store around 19:00-20:00
・Arashiyama Train - Arashiyama's designated popular sightseeing train! You can enjoy its unique scenery in spring, summer, autumn and winter! During the 25-minute journey, the train will slowly take you through the valley, allowing you to take in the beautiful scenery on both sides of the Hozu Gorge. The train carriages and seats are designed with a nostalgic feel. Walking into the mountains along the sightseeing track that was rebuilt from the abandoned San'in Line, it feels like time has gone back. After getting off the train, you may want to take a photo with the retired diesel locomotive! ※Expected cherry blossom viewing period: late March to early April / expected maple leaf viewing period: mid-November to early December
Arashiyama is the most representative tourist attraction in Kyoto and a popular filming location for period dramas. The Togetsukyo Bridge in Arashiyama is about 200 meters long and still retains its original 17th-century appearance restored with steel frames. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Arashiyama from the bridge. It is as if time has been reversed, allowing you to recall the life scenes of ancient Kyoto.
・Miyama Thatched Village is located in Kitamura, Miyama-cho, Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan. It is one of the three major thatched village villages in Japan (かやぶきの料理), along with Shirakawa-go in Gifu Prefecture and Ouchi-juku in Fukushima Prefecture. It is listed as an important traditional building preservation area by Japan and is the best spot for a slow tour of the forests of Kyoto. There are only 50 households in the small Beicun Village. Most of the houses in the village were built in the middle and late Edo period, and 38 of them still use thatched roofs. The quiet and simple thatched roofs are located in the mountains and forests, like an isolated fairy tale world.
・Chionji Temple: Enshrined is Manjushri Bodhisattva, the master of wisdom. It is one of the three Manjushri temples in Japan. Many candidates and their parents will come here to pray for good luck in the exams. The Taho Pagoda and the iron bathtub in the precinct are designated as important cultural properties by the country, and the Sanmon is the largest in the Tango area.
・Amanohashidate sightseeing boat: Take the Amanohashidate sightseeing boat to enjoy the scenery of Amanohashidate from the sea, and have the opportunity to experience the fun of feeding eagles and seagulls
・Amanohashidate Kasamatsu Park The "Wheel of Wisdom" located in Kasamatsu Park is said to bring good luck and fulfill your wishes by throwing small tiles through it.
・Ine Funaya is located on the Tango Peninsula in the north of Kyoto. The streets of the small fishing village by the sea are quiet and simple. Its traditional building "Funaya" is a major feature. Unlike ordinary bungalows with a garage on the first floor, the first floor of the Funaya is a boathouse, and the second floor is the daily living residence. The itinerary is arranged by taking a sightseeing boat to appreciate the special architecture of the Funaya from the boat. Special shrimp flavor is given to feed seagulls and eagles on the boat. It is recommended to bring gloves to prevent injuries and sun protection
Katsuo-ji Temple has been worshipped as a temple of victory since 1,300 years ago. Today, it is famous as a temple that people visit to pray for good luck, such as for academic advancement, good health, and to ward off bad luck. There are Daruma tumblers and Daruma fortune sticks displayed everywhere in the temple. In addition, because cherry blossoms and hydrangeas are planted in the temple, as well as red leaves in autumn, there are different scenery and beautiful flowers all year round. You can also purchase a Victory Daruma Tumbler here to enhance your luck!
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【Notes】 Group or individual package tours are subject to the domestic travel standardization contract issued by the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications of the Republic of China. When you complete the reservation, it means that you agree and accept the provisions of the foreign travel standardization contract .
Reminders
A minimum of 26 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 14 day(s) before the departure date
In case of delays caused by traffic, weather, or other force majeure factors resulting in the cancellation of some itinerary attractions, please contact customer service. We will arrange a partial refund for you
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
After the trip has started, if the trip is terminated due to force majeure such as weather conditions or natural disasters, the unfulfilled itinerary will be refunded according to the actual expenses incurred. However, additional expenses such as return transportation costs or local accommodation costs must be borne by the passenger.
Vehicle type: Car dispatched according to the number of people. When traveling with a small number of people, a driver and accompanying personnel will be arranged to provide full-time travel services. No additional tour leader will be assigned. After arriving at the scenic spot, you can visit freely. Please be advised.
Due to limited space in the luggage storage box, each person is only allowed to bring one large suitcase on board. If you wish to bring large luggage on board, please inform us in the remarks column. Thank you for your cooperation.
The room types are mainly provided by the hotel and cannot be specified.
If you have special requests such as smoking/non-smoking rooms or allergy requests, please make a note in advance. We will arrange it based on the hotel's needs and we are sorry that we cannot make specific requests.
The entire hotel is non-smoking. If you need to smoke, please go to the designated smoking area of the hotel. If the hotel does not have a smoking area, smoking is prohibited both inside and outside the hotel. If you smoke in a non-designated smoking area, you must pay the cleaning fee specified by the hotel. If the smoke alarm sounds, the hotel may call the police. The repair costs and responsibilities must be borne by the guests themselves. Please be aware of this.
The scheduled tour route may be changed or cancelled due to traffic conditions or congestion on the day.
If the attractions cannot be visited due to bad weather or traffic, the tour leader has the right to change or cancel part of the itinerary at any time for the sake of overall safety. Participants cannot request a refund or fee reduction for this reason.
Due to road conditions and other factors, the tour may adjust the duration of your visit or cancel some attractions. The return arrival time may also be significantly delayed. Please avoid arranging activities in the evening on that day. Please be aware of this.
If you leave the group midway, it will be deemed as automatic abandonment and no refund will be allowed. If personal injury or property loss is caused as a result, the consequences must be borne by the user.
During free activities, please pay attention to the safety of your person and property. If you fail to heed the advice and an accident or loss occurs, you will be responsible for it yourself.
Accommodation hotels are provided based on the itinerary. If the hotel is fully booked, we will provide a hotel of the same level. Please provide accommodation hotel information 4 days before departure. Please understand that we cannot specify a hotel.
The hot spring hotel does not provide bath towels separately. Please bring the bath towels prepared in the room to use in the bathing area.
The opening hours of the hotel's hot spring facilities are subject to the hotel's official announcement.
According to Japanese customs, people with tattoos are not allowed to enter the hot spring facilities. Please understand.
Meals cannot be customized. If you have vegetarian requirements, please inform us in the remarks column when ordering.
Passengers under the age of 18 cannot participate alone and must be accompanied by a passenger over the age of 18.
The bus seats and restaurant seats used during the experience may be shared with other passengers in the same group, depending on the tour leader and facility arrangements on the day.
Please wear casual clothing and shoes. We recommend that you wear gloves when feeding eagles and seagulls. If you see an eagle while feeding seagulls on a tour boat, please stop feeding and put away the feed in your hands. When feeding, please keep your face away from the eagle to avoid being pecked.
If the Ine Cruise is suspended due to bad weather or other reasons, the Ine Cruise group fee will be refunded and the tour will be replaced with a nearby walking tour.
The Amanohashidate Inclined Ropeway and the Skytrain may be temporarily closed due to weather or equipment maintenance. Please note that you will be asked to choose one based on the operating conditions on that day. However, when both are closed, the Amanohashidate Cable Car group fee will be refunded and the group will be given a walking tour instead.
Cancellation Policy
- For cancellations made at least 41 day(s) prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 5% will apply
- For cancellations made 31 to 40 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 10% will apply
- For cancellations made 21 to 30 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
- For cancellations made 2 to 20 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
- For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
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FAQ
Walking across the Amanohashidate sandbar, which stretches approximately 3.6 kilometers, usually takes about 50 minutes to an hour at a leisurely pace. Alternatively, bicycles are available for rent, allowing visitors to cross it in about 20 minutes, offering a different way to experience this natural wonder.
At Amanohashidate, visitors can walk or cycle across the pine-covered sandbar itself, enjoying the scenic beauty. Key sights include viewing the 'bridge to heaven' from Kasamatsu Park, where you can perform the traditional 'matanozoki' (viewing upside down between your legs). Also, explore Chionji Temple at the south end of the sandbar, known for its unique multi-storied pagoda.
Miyama Thatched House Village offers a unique glimpse into traditional Japanese rural life, preserving over 200 historically authentic kayabuki (thatched-roof) homes. Its distinct charm lies in its less commercialized, tranquil atmosphere, allowing visitors to experience a peaceful, traditional countryside setting surrounded by nature, often called a 'living museum'.
Yes, some of the traditional thatched-roof homes in Miyama Thatched House Village have been converted into charming guesthouses. This allows tourists to experience an authentic overnight stay, immersing themselves in the local culture and enjoying the serene rural environment after the daytime visitors have departed.
Miyama Thatched House Village is nestled in a rural area north of Kyoto City. It is accessible by public bus from Hiyoshi Station, which can be reached via the JR Sanin Line from Kyoto. Alternatively, many visitors find it convenient to visit as part of an organized tour, which often includes transportation from Kyoto or Osaka, simplifying the journey to this somewhat remote location.
Miyama Thatched House Village stands out due to its high concentration of authentic, well-preserved kayabuki (thatched-roof) homes, providing a truly immersive historical ambiance. Unlike some more bustling or commercialized traditional areas in Kyoto, Miyama offers a more serene and untouched rural experience, allowing visitors to appreciate its natural beauty and traditional architecture in a peaceful setting.
The Arashiyama Sagano Scenic Railway offers breathtaking views of the Hozugawa River gorge and surrounding nature, especially vibrant during autumn foliage or spring blossoms. During a free stroll in Arashiyama, visitors can explore iconic spots such as the mystical Bamboo Grove, the historic Tenryu-ji Temple, and the scenic Togetsukyo Bridge, along with various charming shops and eateries.
Katsuoji Temple, famously known as the Daruma Temple, is unique for its thousands of Daruma dolls, symbols of good luck and perseverance, placed throughout its grounds by visitors. These dolls represent wishes or achievements, creating a distinctive and inspiring sight. The temple itself is set amidst beautiful natural scenery, offering a serene escape and picturesque views, especially during autumn.
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