7-Day Osaka and Kyoto Family Tour

Upon your arrival at Kansai International Airport, your dedicated driver will greet you and whisk you away to your Osaka hotel in comfort and style.

• Start your day at Osaka Castle Park, where its iconic tower stands as a testament to the city’s feudal history. Explore the adjacent museum and enjoy the surrounding gardens, a favorite spot for locals to relax.
• Next, immerse yourself in Osaka’s quirky food culture with a food model crafting experience. Create lifelike plastic replicas of Japanese dishes, which make fun and unique souvenirs.
• As making model food will probably make you feel hungry, head to Dotonbori, Osaka’s bustling street food hub, and savor freshly-made takoyaki, the city’s signature octopus-filled snack. Enjoy a crab feast at the time-honored Kani Douraku restaurant in Dotonbori.
• Lastly, visit the Umeda Sky Building, a futuristic landmark offering breathtaking views of Osaka from its “Floating Garden” observatory.

The Osaka Castle

Crab feast at Kani Douraku, Dotonbori.

• You'll have two exciting options for a day of adventure:
• Immerse yourself in the thrilling rides and cinematic experiences of Universal Studios Japan.
• Or, explore the cutting-edge innovations and global cultures showcased at the Osaka World Expo 2025 (seasonal).

The Universal Studios

• Discover Himeji Castle (‘White Heron Castle’) an iconic 600-year-old National Treasure and World Heritage site. Explore its over 80 interconnected buildings, a prime example of feudal Japanese architecture completed in 1609.
• Visit Koko-en Garden, a traditional Japanese garden masterpiece, opened in 1993 with Himeji Castle as a stunning backdrop. Once the site of samurai residences, its nine distinct gardens showcase the beauty of the Edo period and have served as a filming location for historical dramas.
• Conclude your day in Arima Onsen, one of Japan's oldest hot spring towns in Kobe. Relax in the therapeutic, mineral-rich waters of the kinsen (‘golden spring’) and the ginsen (‘silver spring’), both long-used public baths surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, offering a tranquil retreat.

The Koko-en Garden

The Arima Onsen Town

• Begin your journey from Osaka to Nara, home to Kasuga Taisha Shrine, a sacred site known for its vibrant vermilion paint contrasting with white walls and cypress roofs.
• Explore Nara Park, a vast parkland at the foot of Mt. Wakakusa, where friendly wild deer roam freely among early-medieval temples.
• Visit Todai-ji temple, a historically-significant landmark housing one of Japan's largest bronze Buddha statues within its massive wooden hall.
• Continue to Kyoto and discover Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for its seemingly endless path of striking red torii gates, a memorable sight often featured in films.
• Conclude your day with a visit to Gekkeikan Sake Brewery, where you can admire a beautiful koi pond and Japanese garden, learn about sake production in its museum, and enjoy complimentary tastings of local sake and plum wine.

The iconic red torii gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine

Encountering with the wild deer at Nara Park

• Begin your day at Kinkaku-ji temple (‘Golden Pavilion’), a breathtaking Zen temple adorned in shimmering gold leaf, beautifully reflected on its serene pond.
• Then journey to Arashiyama, and immerse yourself in its enchanting Bamboo Grove, where sunlight filters through towering emerald canes, creating a magical atmosphere.
• Cross the iconic Togetsu-kyo bridge, offering picturesque views of Katsura River and the surrounding verdant mountains.
• Explore Tenryuji Temple and enjoy a peaceful Buddhist vegetarian lunch at Tenryuji Temple Shigetsu Shojin Cuisine.
• For a unique perspective, hike up to Monkey Park Iwatayama, and observe playful Japanese macaques in their natural habitat while enjoying panoramic city views.
• Conclude your day with an elegant kimono-wearing experience. Embrace Japanese tradition by adorning a beautiful kimono and stroll through Kyoto's charming streets or visit iconic shrines, capturing timeless photos in this exquisite attire.

The Kinkaku-ji Temple

The Bamboo Grove

Say goodbye to Kyoto and enjoy a private transfer to Osaka Kansai International Airport for your departure. Bid farewell to Japan, carrying cherished memories of your journey.

The Kansai International Airport in Osaka