What You Will Do
Experience western Japan on this day trip through Kyoto and Nara. Explore the serene nature of Arashiyama, stroll the gardens of Kyoto's UNESCO-listed Kinkaku-ji, and enjoy feeding deer in Nara Park.
・Visit the gorgeous golden Kinkaku-ji and its immaculate original gardens
・Explore the serene bamboo grove of Arashiyama
・Walk through Nara Park and feed the wild deer
・See the Great Buddha Statue at Todaiji temple
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
The meeting point is on the ground floor (1F) JR Namba OCAT Building, near DAISO.
Meeting time: 8:50 AM
Departure time: 9:00 AM
★If you have trouble finding the meeting point, please contact the emergency call center, available 30 minutes before departure until 6:30 p.m.
1
Arashiyama
2 hours
First, we'll make our way to Arashiyama, where we'll enjoy a traditional Japanese lunch of seasonal Kyoto specialties (If option selected) before exploring the area. The Sagano Bamboo forest has been a popular nature-viewing destination since the Heian Period. Listen to the distinct rustle of bamboo leaves as you walk through the vibrant green bamboo path. You can also see the "moon-crossing bridge," Togetsukyo, as you walk along the beautiful Katsura River.
2
Kinkakuji Temple
45 minutes
Later, drive through Kyoto proper and arrive at Kinkaku-ji: the Golden Pavilion. True to its name, the gold-leaf covered temple dazzles in the sunlight, reflected in the mirror-like pond it overlooks. After admiring the sight (and taking some great pictures,) wander through the sprawling garden that has retained its original design from the 14th century.
Admission tickets not included in last minute option.
3
Nara
1 hour 30 minutes
Take a short walk through Nara Park, famous for the 1,200 or so wild deer that live freely within the park. With special "shika-senbei," you can feed the polite deer which are famous for "bowing." Within Nara Park you will find the UNESCO World Heritage site, Todai-ji Temple, home to one of the three titanic Great Buddha Statues of Japan.
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