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Osaka: Katsuo-ji Temple
Historical sites • Mino

Osaka: Katsuo-ji Temple

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★ 4.9 (937) • 50K+ booked
US$ 0.69
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 (284) • 6K+ booked
US$ 48.15
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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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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 (22) • 1K+ booked
US$ 3.25
【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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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 (262) • 3K+ booked
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Himeji Castle & Katsuoji Temple Full-Day Discovery
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Himeji Castle & Katsuoji Temple Full-Day Discovery

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★ 4.8 (25) • 300+ booked
US$ 48.89
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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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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 (17) • 300+ booked
US$ 47.65
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Kyoto Nara Classic Day Trip: Katsuoji Temple Daruma Wall & Arashiyama Bamboo Grove & Nara Park (Departing from Osaka)
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Kyoto Nara Classic Day Trip: Katsuoji Temple Daruma Wall & Arashiyama Bamboo Grove & Nara Park (Departing from Osaka)

English guided
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★ 4.9 (69) • 1K+ booked
US$ 92.55
Summer Limited! Himeji Sea Fireworks Festival 10,000 Shots × Kobe Sanda Premium Outlets & Katsuo-ji Temple Day Trip
US$ 138.45
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One-person group tour from Osaka: Katsuo-ji Temple & Kyoto Miyama Thatched Village & Arashiyama Nonomiya Shrine One-Day Tour
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One-person group tour from Osaka: Katsuo-ji Temple & Kyoto Miyama Thatched Village & Arashiyama Nonomiya Shrine One-Day Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
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★ 5.0 (53) • 600+ booked
US$ 46.29

Reviews of Mino activities

Usuario de Klook
2026-09-05 00:12:54
Fantastic 5.0
It was our 12th day in Japan, and all the previous days had been exhausting. I had wanted to do this tour on my own, but the kids weren't keeping up as well anymore. I decided to book this tour a day in advance, and it was the best decision. We visited several places without getting too tired or worn out, and the kids happily continued. We wouldn't have been able to see so much on our own. Our guide and driver were very kind!
Chu ******
2026-08-10 08:04:43
Fantastic 5.0
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.
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!
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 :)
HUANG *******
2026-08-23 13:48:06
Fantastic 5.0
Before the activity, I suddenly realized I had left my phone in the taxi. The driver quickly asked a senior tour guide near the meeting point to help communicate and resolve the issue, and I successfully got my lost phone back. The one-day tour experience was great; it was arranged with a small van, so there weren't many people, and we gathered quickly. There was ample time at each attraction to explore and take photos.
Klook 用戶
2026-08-15 01:49:53
Fantastic 5.0
This trip covered 3 major attractions and the activities proposed were very interesting as well I personally love the last attraction at Nara Park. Free Deer cookies were included in this package and I was able to interact and lived an unforgettable experience with the precious deers. ❤️This itinerary is not only for families with children, but also for all different ages ! Our tour guide Ms Wang is wonderful and kind. We have learned a lot from her and we can use these info for our future trips if we were back to Japan!
F ******
2026-06-07 09:42:58
Fantastic 5.0
We had a great time! One of the highlights of this trip was collecting the 6 stamps in Katsuoji… such a fun and memorable experience! 😍 Abigail is a great tour guide… very approachable, knowledgeable, and accommodating. She made sure we were well-informed throughout the trip and really took care of everyone. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Overall, it was a wonderful experience! ✨
Klook User
2026-08-18 07:45:29
Fantastic 5.0
We had such a great day on this tour with Apple. Apple was great at giving information about each place before we arrived. We were provided with must see and visit recommendations to help us whilst exploring Arashiama on our own. All of the stops are beautiful. The tour itself was very efficient with just enough time in each place to see all the highlights. Would definitely recommend!
Klook 用戶
2026-03-23 21:14:31
Fantastic 5.0
I highly recommend this Kyoto walking tour! A special thanks to our guide, Yasuo, who was incredibly friendly and professional. His detailed explanations throughout the tour made the entire journey relaxing and enjoyable. The transportation was also punctual and comfortable. This was a five-star experience!

Mino at a glance

When is the busiest time for Mino activities?

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Jan
+17%
Feb
-42%
Mar
+15%
Apr
+11%
May
+29%
Jun
-22%
Jul
-65%
Aug
-66% Quietest
Sep
-29%
Oct
+56%
Nov
Busiest +84%
Dec

Demand peaks in December, when bookings are roughly 84% above a typical month, while September is the quietest at about 66% below a typical month — book early for December and expect easier availability and fewer crowds in September. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Mino cheapest?

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Avg $10 Cheapest $3 Priciest $44
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Activities are typically cheapest in July at around USD 3, roughly 93% below September’s typical USD 44, so July combines low prices with the quieter season shown by demand. 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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6 daysTypical
19 daysEarly

Most travellers from the United States book about 6 days ahead, with early bookers at about 19 days; that short lead time means there’s flexibility for spontaneous trips but consider booking earlier for December’s peak. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Mino

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1USD = 153.48JPY

  • Official languages

What to know before visiting Mino

Quick city snapshot and what visitors book

Mino is a compact destination where travellers mostly book historical sites and guided tours, and demand changes a lot through the year. Klook booking patterns show a quiet late-summer trough and a strong surge into the December peak, so the city’s rhythm swings between low-demand months and a pronounced high season.

Best times to visit and how prices behave

Demand peaks in December and bottoms out in September, while prices are unusually high in September and then fall sharply afterward. According to Klook booking data, July is typically the cheapest month for activities, whereas September has historically been the priciest. If you want lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for July or the months after September when prices drop; if you prefer the peak-season atmosphere, plan for December when demand is highest. Note that price and demand diverge around late summer — September is high-priced even though it’s a demand trough, so check both measures when planning.

Tips for travellers from the United States

Most visitors from the United States tend to book about a week ahead on average, so you can be flexible but should plan slightly in advance for popular dates. For travel in December (the busiest month) consider booking earlier — typical advance bookings stretch toward the early-days range — while for July or other low-demand months you can comfortably arrange activities closer to your trip. Use Klook to compare available dates and options so you can lock in what suits your schedule.

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