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Escape the crowds and experience the beauty of Kyoto by the Sea at a relaxed pace.
Start your journey from Osaka, Tsurutontan Soemoncho at 8:00AM and head to Amanohashidate, one of Japan’s top three scenic spots. Here, you can admire the breathtaking sandbar from Amanohashidate View Land, visit the historic Chionji Temple, famous for its giant folding fan-shaped fortune slips and stroll across the Kaisen Bridge. During your visit, you’ll have time for lunch at your own expense.
Next, visit Ine no Funaya, a charming fishing village famous for its traditional boat houses ("funaya") that sit right on the water. Walk through the peaceful town, capture postcard-worthy photos, or take an optional boat ride to see the houses from the bay.
As the day winds down, sit back and enjoy a comfortable ride back to Osaka, reflecting on the scenic beauty and cultural richness of Kyoto by the Sea. This tour is perfect for travelers seeking a laid-back, immersive experience away from the crowds.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please be in front of Tsurutontan Soemoncho before 07:50AM. Jtourstory staff will hold a JTOURSTORY flag and be there for you in front of Tsurutontan Soemoncho.
Itinerary
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20mins break at Kyotamba Rest Area on the way to Amanohashidate area.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Take in the stunning views of Amanohashidate, one of Japan’s top three scenic spots. You can take a chairlift or monorail (own expense but optional) to this hilltop park, where you can enjoy panoramic views of Amanohashidate. The highlight is the "sky bicycle", a thrilling experience that lets you pedal across a high-altitude track with unbeatable scenery.
40 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3
A serene Buddhist temple near Amanohashidate, famous for its giant folding fan-shaped fortune slips. Visitors come here to pray for wisdom and success. The temple grounds offer a peaceful escape with beautiful architecture and towering trees.
35 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
This unique rotating bridge allows boats to pass through the canal connecting Miyazu Bay to the inland waterway. Watch as it turns, or take a walk along the scenic riverside.
35 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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A pristine stretch of coastline along the sandbar. Walk along the soft sand, enjoy the ocean breeze, or rent a bicycle for a leisurely ride along the pine-lined path.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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You'll also visit Ine, a peaceful fishing village known for its unique boat houses (funaya). Here, you’ll have time to walk around, take beautiful photos, and enjoy an optional boat ride on the bay.
1 hour 10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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10mins break at Kyotamba Rest Area on the way back to Tsurutontan Soemoncho.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- In compliance with Japanese law, vehicles cannot operate for more than 10 hours. The tour guide may adjust the itinerary based on real-time conditions.
- Itinerary is subjected to traffic & weather condition
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Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- In compliance with Japanese law, vehicles cannot operate for more than 10 hours. The tour guide may adjust the itinerary based on real-time conditions.
- Itinerary is subjected to traffic & weather condition
- The stay time for each spot may depend on the season and on-site situation.
- Please inform us if you will be bring along a baby stroller.
- Infant is free of charge, no seat available
- Optional Extra Charge - Amanohashidate Chairlift or Monorail: 850 Yen, Ine no Funaya boat: 1000 Yen
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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