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Japanese Yen
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Top things to do in Mino
US$ 0.65
Katsuo-ji Temple Dharma Prayer, Kyoto Arashiyama, and Kiyomizu-dera Temple Day Trip: Lunch can be upgraded to A5 Kuroge Wagyu "Kobe Beef" (Free Matcha Experience)
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English guided
Free cancellation
(342) • 7K+ booked
US$ 40.75
Katsuo-ji Temple Ticket (Optional Osaka Metro Pass)
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(42) • 2K+ booked
US$ 3.19
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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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English guided
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(1.5K) • 10K+ booked
US$ 43.85
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Osaka Katsuo-ji & Minookoen Full-Day Romantic Hiking Tour
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(35) • 500+ booked
US$ 53.65
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Uji Byodoin & Uji Matcha Food Street & Uji River & Uji Park & Fushimi Inari Taisha & Katsuo-ji Daruma Wall Day Tour (Departing from Osaka and Kyoto)
English guided
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(284) • 3K+ booked
US$ 52.09
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Himeji Castle & Katsuoji Temple Full-Day Discovery
English guided
Free cancellation
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(43) • 700+ booked
US$ 52.09
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【Kyoto Arashiyama & Katsuoji Temple Internet-Famous Scenic Spots Check-in】Arashiyama Scenic Railway & Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine Senbon Torii & Internet-Famous Katsuoji Temple Daruma Doll One-Day Tour | Depart from Osaka or Kyoto
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US$ 52.09
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(Departing from Osaka) Katsuo-ji Temple Daruma Prayer + Miyama Thatched Village + Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo Forest + Nonomiya Shrine One-Day Tour
English guided
Free cancellation
(51) • 700+ booked
US$ 52.09
Kyoto Nara Classic Day Trip: Katsuoji Temple Daruma Wall & Arashiyama Bamboo Grove & Nara Park (Departing from Osaka)
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Free cancellation
(83) • 1K+ booked
US$ 52.09
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Kyoto Temple Pilgrimage: Bamboo Grove & Kinkaku-ji
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(151) • 1K+ booked
US$ 52.09
Osaka/Kyoto Secret Day Tour: Katsuo-ji Temple, Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple/Jojakko-ji Temple, Arashiyama (Departure from Osaka)
English guided
Free cancellation
(68) • 1K+ booked
US$ 45.29
Reviews of Mino activities
DIONECA ************
2026-10-18 10:17:39
The temple is absolutely beautiful, surrounded by lush greenery and filled with adorable red Daruma dolls everywhere. The atmosphere is peaceful and relaxing, making it a perfect escape from the busy streets of Osaka.Although it’s a little far from central Osaka, the trip is absolutely worth it.
Gavin ****
2026-07-05 11:18:17
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!
Chu ******
2026-08-10 08:04:43
The tour was well worth the money, and our guide, Gary, was very professional. When I visited Osaka last winter, I booked a one-day tour through Klook, and the guide contacted me via WhatsApp beforehand. This time, no one contacted me in advance, which made me quite anxious. However, everything started very smoothly once we arrived at the designated time and meeting point. My husband, children, and I had a wonderful trip, enjoyed a delicious lunch, and had a great time tasting green tea. I highly recommend booking this tour if it's your first time visiting the places on the itinerary, as it takes care of your meals and transportation.
클룩 고객
2026-10-16 08:18:45
🍎٩(ˊᗜˋ)و Our perfect Apple Guide 🎀🩷
We were worried at first since it was a tour conducted in English and Chinese, making us the only Korean couple in the group, but now that the tour is over, we are so glad we booked it! 🥹
Apple sent us photos via KakaoTalk so we could easily find the bus boarding location, and before arriving at each destination, she provided thorough explanations ranging from history and culture to souvenirs, meal recommendations, meeting places, and times. This made our trip so comfortable and enjoyable. We were truly touched by her thoughtful consideration in providing explanations in Korean throughout the tour. ❤️
We also want to send our sincere gratitude to the driver for providing a safe and comfortable ride! Thanks to his gentle driving skills and kindness, even the travel time was comfortable and happy.
It was a day that made us realize that who you travel with is just as important as where you go. Thanks to the kindness and consideration of you both, my husband and I have created precious memories that will stay with us for a long time. 🥰
Apple Guide and our driver, thank you so much! 💕 I would confidently recommend this tour to any Korean travelers who might be hesitant because of the language barrier. If we get the chance next time, we would love to see you again! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 My husband and I were worried as the only Korean guests on an English and Chinese tour, but Apple was an amazing guide! She shared helpful photos, local history, food and souvenir recommendations, and even explained things in Korean. Our driver was also very kind and drove safely. Thanks to both of them, we had a comfortable and wonderful trip! Highly recommend this tour! ❤️
Klook User
2026-06-03 22:43:04
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 User
2026-10-04 20:59:19
Had a wonderful day exploring Himeji, Kobe, and Katsuoji!
Our first stop was Himeji Castle. It’s huge, and those steep staircases really made me wonder how anyone could have conquered this castle back then! So glad this beautiful piece of history has been preserved. Some areas are still under renovation, but the main keep is in great condition. I also got some cute souvenirs and sweets before leaving!
Next was Kobe Harborland, Umie & Mosaic for lunch and a shopping. We could see Kobe Port Tower nearby, although the weather wasn’t great, so I couldn’t get very close.
We ended the day at Katsuoji Temple. I wasn’t able to make it all the way up to the main temple, but the entrance and gardens were already beautiful and breathtaking.
A big thank you to Ms. Wenling Huang of Lion Travel for taking such good care of us, keeping us well-informed throughout the tour. She always made sure I was okay. ❤️
And thanks to Kho-san, our amazing chauffeur, for getting us safely to every destination.
Klook User
2026-10-03 10:42:52
Absolutely fantastic experience!
We took this tour today and couldn't be happier with Mr Zheng Haowen, our driver and guide. The evening before the tour, he carefully sent us all the exact details and instructions for the meet-up, which made the morning completely stress-free. Throughout the entire day, he took incredible care of us and made sure everyone was comfortable, safe, and happy. Highly recommend booking this tour, thank you for making our day in Osaka so special!
Marie ***************
2026-07-02 16:41:59
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
2026-09-10 08:32:58
wonderful day trip, if you have walked too much but still have so much to see book this. we were able to see 3 very different locations, some which would be difficult to access on our own and all at a very easy pace. The guide was lovely, welcoming and shared perfect historical knowledge throughout.
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What to do in Mino throughout the year
Mino is best known for Historical sites and guided Tours, with history-led experiences dominating visitor bookings through the year. Klook booking data shows history-focused activities lead the list, while Tours provide a steady complement for visitors seeking context and local insight. Demand peaks in December and November, when festive atmosphere and seasonal events draw more travellers, and falls into very quiet pockets in March, August and September. If you prefer calmer visits, aim outside the late-year surge; decide whether you want lively peak-season energy or quieter, more reflective visits — Klook booking data can help time your trip.
Best months to plan your visit to Mino
Demand in Mino rises toward the end of the year, with December and November showing the strongest booking activity, while September is the quietest month according to Klook booking data. Prices are unusual: they are lowest around July but spike in August and September, so crowds and prices don't always move together — expect the busiest months to be December and November, while the priciest month by price is September. For lower prices and smaller crowds, consider July or the months outside November–December; for peak-season atmosphere pick November–December.
| Month | Demand Level | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | Busier than usual | USD 3 |
| February | Busier than usual | USD 3 |
| March | Very quiet | USD 3 |
| April | Busier than usual | USD 3 |
| May | Busier than usual | USD 3 |
| June | Busier than usual | USD 3 |
| July | Quieter than usual | USD 3 |
| August | Very quiet | USD 40 |
| September | Very quiet | USD 44 |
| October | Quieter than usual | USD 3 |
| November | Peak demand | USD 3 |
| December | Peak demand | USD 3 |
Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.
Tips for travellers from the United States
Most travelers from the United States lock things in about 6 days ahead, while the earliest planners book roughly 19 days out, according to Klook booking data. That means you can often stay flexible and book popular Historical sites and Tours a few days before travel, but in November–December — the peak months — it pays to plan a little earlier. Browse options on Klook for timed experiences and guided Tours, read recent reviews, and reserve the spots you care about once your dates are clear to avoid missing peak-season availability.
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