Delve into Japan’s rich tea culture and classical heritage on this unique tour. Begin your adventure at Nara Park, where you’ll encounter sacred deer and historic temples like Todai-ji and Kasuga Taisha. Next, head to Uji, the birthplace of premium Japanese green tea. Stroll down Omotesando Street, filled with traditional tea shops and matcha cafes, and enjoy sampling delightful matcha desserts. Explore the Tale of Genji Museum for a glimpse into Heian-period life and literature. Conclude your day with a relaxing visit to Genji no Yu Hot Spring or enjoy free time in Uji to shop and savor local delicacies.
- Cultural exploration at Nara Park with sacred deer and temples
- Discover Uji, the heart of Japanese green tea and artisan treats
- Visit the immersive Tale of Genji Museum for literary insights
- Optional onsen experience or extended free time in Uji for relaxation
Depart time: 8:40am from Nipponbashi Station Exit 2 (Namba Shinsaibashi area). Address:1-chōme-3-6 Nipponbashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0073. The tour guide will hold a yellow flag with the Gogoday logo at the meeting point
8:30AM Nipponbashi Station Exit 2, Meet your tour guide then get on the comfortable tourist bus The journey begins with a cultural stop in Nara Park, where sacred deer roam freely around historic temples and shrines. Depending on the schedule, you may explore landmarks such as Todai-ji Temple and Kasuga Taisha Shrine, gaining insight into Japan’s early religious and architectural traditions.
Package A: Nara + Uji Sightseeing 4 hours (without Uji Onsen) Head to Uji and explore the streets lined with matcha ice cream, cakes, and even matcha-colored soba noodles. For literary enthusiasts, Uji is a cultural haven where the final ten chapters of the classic Japanese novel The Tale of Genji are set. Choose to visit the Byodo-in Omotesando and Byodo-in Temple, a masterpiece of Heian-era pond garden architecture, or the Tale of Genji Museum. Using advanced multimedia and high-definition visuals, the museum vividly introduces the allure and narrative of The Tale of Genji.
Package B : Nara + Uji Sightseeing 1.5 hours + Uji Hot Spring 2 hours. Head to Genji no Yu, Uji's only natural hot spring, offering a serene Japanese-style bathing experience. The spring water is drawn from 1,111 meters underground, and the facility's traditional architecture creates a tranquil ambiance. With three indoor baths and an outdoor bath, it provides a relaxing escape.(If you have a tattoo, you may not be able to enter the onsen, special reminder: In Japan, wearing any clothing is not allowed when bathing in hot springs.)
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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