Osaka Nature & Heritage Tour: Katsuoji, Minoh Falls & Farmhouses

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(7 reviews)

5 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover Osaka beyond the city, just 30 minutes from central Osaka, where mountain temples, scenic waterfalls, and traditional Japanese farmhouses reveal a quieter side of Japan.

Begin at Katsuoji Temple, a historic mountain sanctuary with nearly 1,300 years of history. Known as the Temple of Victory, its grounds are filled with thousands of red daruma dolls, symbols of perseverance and good fortune.

Next, explore the natural beauty of Minoh Falls. Follow a scenic forest trail alongside the river to a spectacular 33-meter waterfall, one of Osaka's most picturesque natural attractions.

Finish at the Open-Air Museum of Old Japanese Farmhouses, where traditional houses from across Japan have been carefully preserved. Discover centuries-old architecture, thatched roofs, and the everyday lives of rural communities.

What's Included

City Insigths
Taxi (From Katsuoji to Minoh Falls)
Entrace fee for the Temple (500 yen)
History of each spot
Open air museum in Toyonaka(800yen)
Explanation at each spot
Guide Fee
Food
Public transportation from the station to Katsuo-ji and from Minoh-Kayano Station to the Open-Air Museum in Toyonaka.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide at Minoh Kayano Station the last station of Midosuji Line going North.

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Pray for victory just as the shoguns of the past have done many centuries ago! Learn about the history of Katsuouji, one of the oldest temples in Osaka, while wandering through the same spots where samurais and warlords of Japan walked back then. Buy your own Daruma to put your wishes into it, and come back to the temple after you fulfill your wish.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Minoh Falls

    Take in the beauty of Nature, and experience nature as it should be! Enjoy the nearby Momiji (maple leaf) Tempura, which you can only get here!

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Open-Air Museum of Old Japanese Farm Houses

    Wrap up the day with a peaceful stroll through Ryokuchi Park, renowned for it’s open air museum of traditional japanese houses preserved over hundreds of years. Debrief at Ryokuchi station, where we help you find the quickest route back to your hotel!

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for travelers prone to motion sickness
Supplied by Osaka JOINER

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Nature and Wildlife Tours
Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Nature Walks
Small Group
Zombie
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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