Things to do in Tower of the Sun

The day trip itinerary was very fulfilling! Thank you to our guide, Apple, for the professional introduction to the history and culture of each attraction, and for kindly helping us take beautiful photos.

Amazing day trip covering Katsuo‑ji, Kinkaku‑ji and Arashiyama. Our guide Apple was super friendly, organised and shared great insights about the landmarks as well as great restaurant recommendations. Loved the Bamboo Forest, and Togetsukyo Bridge. Smooth schedule and on time. Beautiful spots — highly recommended. Thank you!

Take the Midosuji Line to the last stop, Minoh, then transfer to a bus (800 yen per adult). The bus can be crowded, and you might have to stand on winding mountain roads. If you are a group of four, a taxi costs about 3600 yen, which is more comfortable and ensures you have a seat. Buying tickets through Klook is convenient; just show the staff your QR code for scanning before entering the temple.

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

This day trip connects three key attractions: Katsuoji Temple, Arashiyama, and Kinkaku-ji Temple. The time allocated for each spot was well-proportioned. Our guide, Noa, who has a very cultured and artistic style, managed the time excellently and thoughtfully shared recommendations for local food and a simple hand-drawn map. Although this trip didn't allow for in-depth exploration, the English and Chinese explanations included suggestions for other seasons suitable for a return visit, serving as a great starting point for a future, more immersive trip. Highly recommended!

Convenient and fast, buy and use immediately, no need to exchange tickets, and a little cheaper. Booking convenience with Klook:

This is a very beautiful place. I highly recommend Katsuo-ji Temple to everyone visiting Osaka to experience a different side of the city.

Our tour guide, Apple, was excellent at explaining things in Chinese. She provided detailed introductions before we arrived at each attraction. She was considerate and didn't make us wait in the hot weather, thoughtfully calling out names so we could board the bus first. Although there was a minor accident during the trip, both the driver and the guide handled it calmly and efficiently, resolving it in just 30 minutes, which was very quick for an accident. The guide also made everyone feel at ease. Additionally, she prepared small gifts to comfort us. Overall, the service was excellent!