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Our tour guide, Apple, fluently introduced the sights in both English and Chinese. She was professional and enthusiastic, and thoughtfully reminded us of the meeting time and place (on a whiteboard and in a Line group). The Arashiyama tofu dish she recommended was incredibly smooth and flavorful, definitely worth trying. Besides its beautiful scenery, Arashiyama also boasts many great shops, such as the adorable Miffy Rabbit Bakery – a wonderful place to shop and explore.

This was my first time participating in a day trip within Japan. It saved me a lot of time dealing with transportation, the timing was excellent, and the tour leader shared a lot of information. I would definitely join another tour to other attractions next time I come.

Our tour guide Kelly was fantastic and incredibly attentive!! While I understand that the time allotted for other parts of the itinerary couldn't be shortened, I still wish we could have spent more time at Himeji Castle. Himeji Castle is definitely worth exploring at a leisurely pace, Katsuo-ji Temple is beautiful and photogenic even though the hydrangeas were only partially in bloom, and Kobe Port is great for food and shopping. All three attractions are well worth a visit!

Although the weather wasn't great and it rained, we were still able to enjoy the scenery and culture of Katsuo-ji Temple. Since we bought tickets in advance, we didn't have to queue with the crowds; we could just scan the QR code to enter quickly! While we didn't get to take the large Daruma doll home, we did manage to get a small one, which we left there hoping would maintain its power. The interactive games were also fun; completing all the stamps earned us a Daruma postcard—super cute! 😍 I highly recommend including Katsuo-ji Temple in your itinerary when you visit Osaka!

The weather was good, the car was comfortable, and the tour guide's service was good; he introduced the history of the attractions and some aspects of Japanese culture. Visiting three attractions in one day was a bit rushed, as each place had its own unique features, and transportation wasn't very convenient. Katsuo-ji Temple was beautiful, and the lake sprayed mist, giving it an ethereal feel.

I highly recommend driver Cai Weiping for a self-guided tour with elderly relatives. Since our accommodation required changing from Osaka to Kyoto, this day trip was perfect – conveniently connecting Osaka and Kyoto. Arriving early at Katsuo-ji Temple, there weren't many tourists, making it ideal for taking photos. After Katsuo-ji, there was ample time to explore Arashiyama. Even after returning to the hotel, we still had energy for leisurely strolls. If your accommodation involves changing from Osaka to Kyoto, you absolutely must book this tour! I can't imagine the hardship of lugging luggage and traveling all the way to Katsuo-ji and then Kyoto.

Mori Naomi will help introduce and take photos of each attraction. Time was also grasped well, it was worth it to visit three attractions in one day.

The itinerary was full, a fulfilling day, the tour guide was professional and attentive, caring for each traveler, and the fixed-point explanation was not sloppy. The wagyu dishes purchased here are also great. The environment is clean and the service is great.

The Daruma dolls at Katsuo-ji Temple are absolutely adorable! All three places are unique and worth visiting.