Deer Watching, Tea Tasting, Hot Spring Soaking – A Relaxing Day Trip!

Enjoy hotel pick-up and drop-off in Osaka city—no need to worry about planning routes or navigating public transport.
Travel with a local professional driver and get an insider’s look into Japanese culture and daily life!

• Minimum 6 participants to operate

• Fixed departure dates available

• Same price for adults and children

• Free for children under 3 years old (no separate seat)

Itinerary Overview

• 08:40 – Meet at Nipponbashi Station Exit 2 (Namba area)

• 09:50 – Approx. 2 hours in Nara Park area
  (Free time including lunch at your own expense)
  Recommended spots:

  • Todaiji Temple

  • Kasuga Taisha Shrine

  • Nara Park
    (Admission fees not included; visit at your own discretion)

• 12:50 – Approx. 2 hours in Uji (Free time)
  Recommended spots:

  • Byodoin Temple

  • Byodoin Omotesando Matcha Street

  • The Tale of Genji Museum
    (Admission fees not included)

• 15:20 – Approx. 1 hour at Genji-no-Yu Onsen
  (Admission at your own expense)

• 16:20 – Depart for return journey

• 17:40 – Dismissal in Osaka Shinsaibashi area

Nara Park Area

(Includes free time for lunch and self-guided exploration)

🎁 Bonus: Each group will receive 1 pack of deer crackers (shika senbei) worth 200 JPY as a complimentary gift.
(Note: This is a free gift and non-refundable if sold out.)

Recommended Attractions:

• Todaiji Temple

• Kasuga Taisha Shrine

• Nara Park

Nara Park

Located near Mount Wakakusa, which offers panoramic views of Nara, this park is home to the largest population of free-roaming deer. When they see you holding deer crackers, they'll often come right up to you to be fed!

Every January, the traditional "Wakakusa Yamayaki" (Grass Burning Festival) is held here.

Kasuga Taisha Shrine (admission at your own expense)

Part of the UNESCO “Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara”, this shrine is also home to a popular Manyo Botanical Garden, which features over 200 species of plants mentioned in ancient Japanese poetry.
From late April to early May, the wisteria blossoms are in full bloom, adorning the entire shrine grounds.

Todaiji Temple (admission at your own expense)

Also part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site listing for “Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara” (designated in 1998).
Inside the temple stands the Great Buddha Hall (Daibutsuden) — the world’s largest wooden building, measuring 57 meters wide and 50 meters deep, and enshrining a 15-meter tall bronze Buddha.

Other notable structures in the temple complex include:

• Nandaimon Gate with its famous Nio guardian statues

• Nigatsudo and Sangatsudo Halls

• Shosoin Repository, a historically significant treasure house
  From Nigatsudo Hall, you can enjoy a stunning view of the Great Buddha Hall and the surrounding cityscape.

Uji (Free Time for Exploration)

Recommended Attractions:

1. Byodoin Omotesando Matcha Street

2. The Tale of Genji Museum

Admission Fees (for reference):

• Uji River: Free

• Byodoin Temple: Adults – 600 JPY / Junior & Senior High Students – 400 JPY / Elementary Students – 300 JPY

• Entry to the Phoenix Hall (Hoo-do): additional 300 JPY per person

Byodoin Temple

The formal name of the Phoenix Hall is "Amida-do" (Amitabha Hall), and it sits serenely over the Aji-ike Pond, appearing like a heavenly palace floating on water.
The seated Amitabha Buddha statue inside is a designated Japanese National Treasure, with the hall fronted by a Pure Land-style garden.
The scenery varies beautifully by season, especially renowned during the wisteria bloom in spring.

Byodoin Omotesando Matcha Street

A short but vibrant street lined with everything matcha!
Find famous tea brands like Nakamura Tokichi, Itohkyuemon, and Kyoto tea merchants.
Restaurants, tea factories, dessert shops, matcha cafés, souvenir stores, and more are all within walking distance.

The Tale of Genji Museum

Using state-of-the-art multimedia, the museum showcases the elegance and essence of the classic "Tale of Genji", including a replica of the luxurious Rokujoin Palace — the fictional home of Prince Genji.

Genji-no-Yu Onsen (admission at your own expense)

• Entry Fee: Adults – 1,000 JPY / Children – 500 JPY

• Additional costs apply for towels, meals, and drinks

• Children under elementary school age must be accompanied by a guardian

This onsen is a natural hot spring in Uji City, with water drawn from 1,111 meters underground.
Featuring traditional architecture and a calming atmosphere, it’s designed to offer a pure Japanese-style relaxation experience — ideal for healing both body and soul.

Inclusions:

• Transportation

Exclusions:

• Personal expenses

• Admission tickets

• Meals

• Any other services not mentioned above

• Personal travel insurance (highly recommended before departure)

Reservation Notes

Minimum Number of Participants

• A minimum of 6 participants is required for the tour to operate. If the minimum number is not met, the tour will be canceled, and a cancellation notice will be sent via email 3 days prior to departure.

Cancellation Due to Weather

• In the event of severe weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, the decision to cancel the tour will be made by 12:00 PM (local time), one day before departure. Participants will be notified via email thereafter.

Punctuality & Meeting Point

• Please arrive at the designated meeting point at least 15 minutes in advance.

• To avoid delays, the bus will depart on time and will not wait for latecomers.

• No refunds will be provided for being late due to personal reasons.

On-Board Conduct

• Masks must be worn at all times on the bus.

• Eating, drinking alcohol, and loud conversations are prohibited.

• Smoking is strictly prohibited on the bus.

• There are no toilets on board. Seat assignments cannot be specified.

Itinerary & Delays

• The itinerary may be changed, shortened, or certain attractions canceled due to unavoidable circumstances such as weather or traffic.

• Delays caused by traffic may affect the return time. If this results in missed connections to public transport, any additional expenses (e.g., taxi fare) will be borne by the customer.

• The time allocated at each sightseeing location may vary depending on road conditions and the number of participants on the day.

Late Arrival or Withdrawal

• If a guest is late due to traffic and misses the departure, it will be considered a voluntary cancellation, and no refund will be issued.

• No refunds will be provided if a participant leaves the tour midway for personal reasons.

Age & Height Restrictions

• Participants must be 3 years or older and at least 80 cm in height.

• Children under 2 years old, even if accompanied by an adult, are not allowed to join the tour.

Agreement Upon Booking

• By completing your reservation, you acknowledge and agree to all of the above terms.

Confirmation Details

• This product requires double confirmation. You will receive a confirmation email within 48 hours of booking. Please check your inbox promptly.

• If the minimum number of participants is not met, a cancellation email will be sent 4 days before departure.

• If you do not receive the email within the stated timeframe, please check your spam/junk mail, or contact our travel consultant via email or call us at +852 2152-3599 during office hours.

How to Use

• Please present either a printed voucher or the electronic voucher on your phone upon participation.

• Meeting details: Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early.

• If you arrive early, please wait patiently near the designated location.

Cancellation & Amendment Policy

• No changes or refunds will be accepted once the reservation is successfully made.