Nara Park & Todai-ji Temple & Kasuga Taisha Shrine & Uji & Byodo-in Temple & The Tale of Genji Museum

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10hr Duration

Departing from Osaka

Nara Park

Deer watching, tea tasting, hot spring soaking, and a relaxing getaway with delicious food.
Professional local "veteran drivers" provide reliable and attentive service, offering detailed insights into Japanese local customs and culture.
Avoid the tourist crowds, delve into Nara and Uji, pure leisure with no shopping, early departure and late return for an extra-long activity time.
Daily departures, tours commence with just 2 people, hotel pick-up and drop-off in Osaka city, eliminating the hassle of route planning and complicated public transportation.
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【08:40】 Nipponbashi Exit 2 【09:50】 ▼Nara Park Area (Approx. 2 hours, including time for lunch, free time) 【12:50】 ▼Uji (Approx. 2 hours, free time) 【15:20】 ▼Genji no Yu Onsen (Approx. 1 hour) 【16:20】 End of the day’s tour, begin return journey. 【17:40】 Shinsaibashi, Dotonbori Area (Approx. 1 hour, free time) ▼Nara Park: Located at the foot of Mount Wakakusa in Nara City, this urban park is a must-visit when touring Nara. ▼Todai-ji Temple: Also known as Daikagen-ji Temple, it was built in 752 by Emperor Shomu to enshrine the Great Buddha and serve as the head temple of Japanese temples. It is the head temple of the Kegon sect. ▼Kasuga Taisha Shrine: Kasuga Taisha Shrine is located in Nara Park, Nara City, Nara Prefecture, and was built in 710. The enshrined deities include Takemikazuchi-no-mikoto, Futsunushi-no-mikoto, Amenokoyane-no-mikoto, and Himegami. ▼Uji is a foodie’s paradise, with matcha ice cream and matcha cakes on every street, and even the soba noodles can be green matcha-colored. For literature lovers, it is a literary paradise. The last ten chapters of “The Tale of Genji,” a literary masterpiece known as the Japanese “Dream of the Red Chamber,” take place in Uji. Anyone who has read “The Tale of Genji” wants to come here to trace the love and hate of the Japanese nobility. ▼Free gift: One pack of deer crackers worth 200 yen per group. This is a free gift and will not be refunded if sold out. Feed the deer in the maple forest in Nara Park area. ▼Recommended Lunch (at your own expense)

Kasugano: Founded in the 2nd year of the Showa era, located in the shopping street in front of Mount Wakakusa, you can see deer passing by while eating here.
Kasuga Ninai-jaya: Operated by Kasuga Taisha Shrine, a famous tourist attraction in Nara, this traditional Japanese restaurant is hidden among the Kasuga Taisha Shrine and deer. The tea house's most famous dish is "Manyo porridge," which is made with different seasonal plants, so there will be different flavors in different months. In addition to being delicious, it also has a bit of random fun. It is a good choice to replenish energy after visiting Kasuga Taisha Shrine. Travelers who love to try new things should not miss it.
Mentouan: Udon noodles are a national delicacy throughout the Kansai region. Mentouan, located in the Nara shopping street, is also one of the popular queueing stores in Nara. The most popular dish is "Kinako Udon," which is udon noodles wrapped in fried tofu, and the "Kojika Udon" with a deer pattern is exclusive to the Nara region and is very popular.

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According to Japanese law, vehicle usage time cannot exceed 10 hours. Therefore, the tour guide may adjust the itinerary based on the actual conditions of the day. Thank you for your understanding.
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