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Osaka: Katsuo-ji Temple
Historical sites • Mino

Osaka: Katsuo-ji Temple

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★ 4.9 (933) • 50K+ booked
kr 6
Katsuo-ji Temple Daruma Prayer, Kyoto Arashiyama, Kiyomizu-dera Temple: Lunch can be upgraded to A5 Kuroge Wagyu "Kobe Beef" (Matcha experience included)
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Tours • From Osaka

Katsuo-ji Temple Daruma Prayer, Kyoto Arashiyama, Kiyomizu-dera Temple: Lunch can be upgraded to A5 Kuroge Wagyu "Kobe Beef" (Matcha experience included)

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★ 4.8 (279) • 6K+ booked
kr 423
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【Osaka & Kyoto Scenic Spots One-Day Tour】Katsuoji Temple Prayer & Kinkaku-ji Temple Pilgrimage & Arashiyama Togetsukyo Bridge & Kimono Forest & Bamboo Grove Path & Nonomiya Shrine (Departing from Osaka or Kyoto)
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kr 443
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Katsuo-ji Temple Ticket (Optional Osaka Metro Pass)
Historical sites • Mino

Katsuo-ji Temple Ticket (Optional Osaka Metro Pass)

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★ 4.8 (20) • 1K+ booked
kr 30
Himeji Castle & Katsuoji Temple Full-Day Discovery
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Tours • From Osaka

Himeji Castle & Katsuoji Temple Full-Day Discovery

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★ 4.8 (24) • 300+ booked
kr 446
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Osaka Katsuo-ji & Byodo-in Full-Day Guided Tour
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Tours • From Osaka

Osaka Katsuo-ji & Byodo-in Full-Day Guided Tour

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★ 4.9 (261) • 3K+ booked
kr 423
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(Departing from Osaka) Katsuo-ji Temple Daruma Prayer + Miyama Thatched Village + Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo Forest + Nonomiya Shrine One-Day Tour
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Tours • From Tokyo

(Departing from Osaka) Katsuo-ji Temple Daruma Prayer + Miyama Thatched Village + Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo Forest + Nonomiya Shrine One-Day Tour

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★ 4.6 (36) • 500+ booked
kr 423
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Osaka Katsuo-ji & Minookoen Full-Day Romantic Hiking Tour
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Tours • From Osaka

Osaka Katsuo-ji & Minookoen Full-Day Romantic Hiking Tour

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★ 4.8 (16) • 300+ booked
kr 436
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Kyoto Nara Classic Day Tour: Katsuoji Temple Daruma Wall & Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Nara Park Deer Feeding (Departing from Osaka)
kr 845
Summer Limited! Himeji Sea Fireworks Festival 10,000 Shots × Kobe Sanda Premium Outlets & Katsuo-ji Temple Day Trip
kr 1,265
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Kyoto Temple Pilgrimage: Bamboo Grove & Kinkaku-ji
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Tours • From Osaka, Kyoto

Kyoto Temple Pilgrimage: Bamboo Grove & Kinkaku-ji

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Reviews of Mino activities

Abhik *****
2026-06-23 00:20:05
Fantastic 5.0
A winding road up the hill from minoh-kayano station brings u to the temple…after passing the check point, u step into a different world. U find small daruma dolls anywhere and everywhere…literally and still the temple looks organised….we did the daruma doll offering prayer and it felt peaceful. There was a slight drizzle and it brought out the beauty of temple even more. A must visit place if ur staying in Osaka or Kyoto….arigato gozaimasu
Poh *********
2026-05-15 00:30:56
Fantastic 5.0
Nick was an amazing tour guide during this tour! He shared so much about not just the attractions we were visiting, he also taught u about Japanese culture and even some local greetings. The tour was really fun and a great way to visit many places in a day if your feet need a rest or you just want to cover more ground in a short period. Really recommended if you come to Osaka!
Klook User
2026-07-15 07:59:33
Fantastic 5.0
This was honestly one of the best experiences of my trip to Japan! Everything was perfectly organized, and we visited so many beautiful places without feeling stressed. What made this tour truly special was our guide. She was incredibly kind, patient, and caring from the beginning to the end. She explained every place clearly, guided us everywhere, and made sure no one felt lost. She even took so many beautiful photos for me and helped me find the best photo spots, which made my memories even more special. Her positive energy and genuine kindness made the whole day so enjoyable. I felt welcomed, comfortable, and well taken care of throughout the tour. The itinerary was amazing, the transportation was smooth, and every destination was absolutely beautiful. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Japan. Thank you for giving me such wonderful memories that I will cherish forever! ❤️
Marie ***************
2026-07-02 16:41:59
Fantastic 5.0
our tour guide CC was superb! I was the only english speaking participant in our group, the rest were Chinese and she never made me feel left out. she would give a history and some quick guides to the group first and then would check with me after separately! it was rainy on that day but still managed to go through the itinerary. we had enough time to go around each place and the pickup and drop off place is very convenient especially if you are staying at the dotonbori area. would recommend especially for solo travellers to save time getting lost and to know a bit of history to the places as well :)
Klook User
2026-06-03 22:43:04
Fantastic 5.0
Huahua was the absolute best tour guide! After two other tours had canceled on us because of the typhoon we were lucky to have been able to book this tour. It was actually a blessing because this was one of the best tours we’ve been on! HuaHua was an excellent tour guide and made sure we knew details and history about every stop we made. He even let us to know where we could get the best matcha in Uji! The tour included Uji , Byodo , Kiffune Shrine , and Katsuo-ji Temple. We were able to go to every stop with an ample amount of time to roam around and shop! Thank you to HuaHua and his beautiful singing voice for giving us the best tour in Osaka!
Klook 用戶
2026-06-26 23:31:18
Fantastic 5.0
Highly recommend this tour! If you want to visit these three somewhat remote locations in one day without getting too tired, you should definitely book it. The guide will introduce the next attraction after you board, then you'll have free time to rest or sleep a bit. Once you arrive at a destination, you can explore on your own or choose to follow the guide. For lunch, Guide Wang also recommended some delicious restaurants in Arashiyama. Katsuoji Temple is beautiful and amazing, but it's a bit difficult to access by public transport. The Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is very unique, and the recommended restaurants there are great. Feeding the deer in Nara was a fun and enjoyable experience.
Klook User
2026-06-19 00:17:33
Fantastic 5.0
recommended. convenient. these places are far apart. using their service really ease the trouble about public transport
Gavin ****
2026-07-05 11:18:17
Fantastic 5.0
fantastic package and good value for money. walked straight pass all those queuing to get ticket. that was a very long queue that I skipped using the QR ticket. definitely a must!
Klook 用戶
2026-07-18 13:54:34
Fantastic 5.0
During this trip, Tour Guide Kang provided detailed explanations of the itinerary planning, local history and culture, and unique cuisine, allowing first-time visitors to this unfamiliar place to quickly get acquainted. Tour Guide Kang also introduced hidden gems in Japan along the way and handled any issues with quick thinking. Although the trip was short, it felt incredibly rewarding, with rich experiences at every attraction.

Mino at a glance

When is the busiest time for Mino activities?

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Busier than usual Quieter than usual
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Typical
-100%
Busiest +110%
Jan
-13%
Feb
-22%
Mar
+21%
Apr
+31%
May
+57%
Jun
+5%
Jul
-77% Quietest
Aug
-44%
Sep
-63%
Oct
-24%
Nov
+105%
Dec

Demand peaks in January (about 110% above a typical month) while August is much quieter (roughly 77% below a typical month); travellers from Hong Kong should book early for January and expect easier availability and fewer crowds in August. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Mino cheapest?

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Avg $11 Priciest $41 Cheapest $3
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities are typically cheapest in October (around USD 3), roughly 93% below September’s peak (around USD 41); October’s low prices line up with the quieter season, so you may find both lower fares and fewer crowds. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

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8 daysTypical
21 daysEarly

Most travellers from Hong Kong book about 8 days ahead, with some last-minute bookings (~2 days) and early bookers at ~21 days; during January’s peak this implies you’ll want to secure bookings sooner rather than later. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Mino

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1NOK = 16.80JPY

  • Official languages

What to know before visiting Mino

Mino at a glance: history, tours and steady seasons

Mino centres on cultural experiences — historical sites lead bookings, with guided tours also popular — and demand follows a clear seasonal rhythm. Klook data shows strong peaks in January and December and a deep lull around August, so the year alternates between busy winter windows and quieter late summer months.

When to visit: crowds versus prices

According to the demand summary, the busiest months are January and December while August is the quietest. Prices behave differently: past booking data shows prices peaking around September and dropping sharply in October onward, so the most expensive month in Klook data is September and the typically cheapest month is October. That means demand and price do not always move together — you can avoid the biggest crowds by travelling in August, but for lower prices aim for October when activity costs tend to be lowest; January and December deliver the peak-season atmosphere despite higher demand.

Tips for travellers from Hong Kong

Many visitors from Hong Kong book around a week ahead on average, with last-minute bookings possible a couple of days out and early planners booking about three weeks ahead. For a flexible short trip you can secure key historical-site tickets and tours a few days before travel, but if you travel in the peak months it helps to plan and reserve sooner. Use Klook to compare available tours and tickets and lock in the experiences you don’t want to miss.

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