Itinerary Reference:

08:30 Meet at Kani Douraku Dotonbori Higashi Store, Osaka

09:45‑11:45 Uji・Byodo‑in Temple, free sightseeing approx. 120 minutes

12:20‑14:00 Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, free sightseeing approx. 100 minutes

15:00‑17:00 Admission fee included, free sightseeing approx. 120 minutes

※On Saturdays, Sundays and Japanese public holidays from 1 Nov (Sat) to 30 Nov (Sun), sightseeing hours are 15:00‑17:30

18:00 Disband at Kani Douraku Dotonbori Higashi Store, Osaka

*Itinerary is subject to change depending on traffic and weather conditions

Tour Highlights

World Heritage Check‑in: Visit the Phoenix Hall of Byodo‑in Temple, the model for the 10‑yen coin, stroll through the thousand‑year‑old Uji old streets, ancient shrines and bridges, and soak up the cultural charm of this historic city

Matcha Foodie Paradise: Explore Japan's No.1 tea region, savour limited‑edition matcha desserts and specialty tea dishes from century‑old tea houses, and taste all the classic flavours of Uji in one go

Ten Thousand Torii Gates Spectacle: Explore Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, walk through the endless vermilion torii gate tunnel, check in at this Instagram‑famous spot, and enjoy praying and taking photos all at once

Limited Daruma Blessing Tour: Exclusive experience of the Daruma stamp activity at Katsuo‑ji Temple, collect omikuji (fortune slips) with different expressions, personally paint the eyes as an offering, and gain abundant luck and blessings

Hassle‑Free One‑Day Tour: Direct departure from Osaka, connecting three classic scenic spots in one trip. Relaxed and enjoyable itinerary, suitable for family trips and getaways with girlfriends. Limited‑time exclusive experience

The Kansai classic culture and food one‑day tour is back with a bang! Set off easily from Osaka and connect the ancient charm of Uji, the sacred hidden gem of Fushimi Inari, and the luck‑bringing blessings of Katsuo‑ji Temple in one go. Combining World Heritage check‑ins, Japanese‑style matcha cuisine, the thousand‑torii‑gate spectacle and the limited Daruma blessing tour, this trip satisfies both culture lovers and foodies alike. Perfect for family trips or get‑togethers with friends all year round — a relaxed itinerary with no rushing ✨!

Our first stop takes you into Uji to visit the World Heritage Byodo‑in Phoenix Hall, which appears on the 10‑yen coin. Experience the refined elegance of this thousand‑year‑old architecture, and don't miss the photo opportunity comparing it with the coin! Stroll through the classic setting of The Tale of Genji, check in at the statue of Murasaki Shikibu, the ancient Uji Bridge and Uji Kamigamo Shrine, and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of this thousand‑year‑old city. This is also Japan's premier matcha destination, lined with century‑old tea houses where the aroma of roasted tea fills the streets. Indulge in ITOKYUEMON's classic matcha parfait, matcha pudding, strawberry matcha desserts and traditional Japanese confectionery. The restaurants along Ujibashi‑dori shopping street offer plenty of choices for a relaxing, soothing lunch in the midst of tea fragrance 🍵.

Next, we arrive at Kyoto's incredibly popular check‑in spot, Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. As Kansai's top energy spot and the head shrine for business prosperity and prayers, its endless vermilion torii gates weave together into a dreamlike, mysterious tunnel landscape, layer upon layer, truly spectacular. Along the way, you'll see sacred fox statues symbolising abundant good fortune. The approach is lined with many food stalls, so you can browse and snack at leisure — every snapshot is a stunning Japanese‑style photo 📷.

Last but not least, we arrive at Katsuo‑ji Temple, which boasts a vast 80,000 tsubo site, to begin the limited Daruma stamp tour! This thousand‑year‑old "Temple of Victory" is filled with adorable Daruma dolls, featuring unique photo spots such as the Daruma School, Daruma Summit and Heart Daruma. Search for one‑of‑a‑kind miniature Daruma omikuji (fortune slips), each with a different expression. After making a wish, you can personally paint the eye of the Daruma as an offering, receiving your very own lucky keepsake — a blessing ritual full of ceremony 🌟!

No complicated transport planning, no need to do your own research — get all of Kansai's classic culture, food and blessing highlights in one go. Limited‑time experience until 6 September, so book now for a healing yet fulfilling one‑day Kansai light trip!