Pick-up and drop-off package: 08:40 Nihonbashi Exit 2 (Namba Shinsaibashi area)
Hotel & Guesthouse Pick-up/Drop-off/Package: 07:30-08:30 Pick-up Service from Hotels/Guesthouses Within Osaka Loop Line
※We welcome all distinguished guests. As we cannot wait for latecomers, we recommend arriving at the meeting point 10 minutes before departure.
The pickup and drop-off order and time will be arranged by the driver/guide based on factors such as travel distance. Please be understanding and cooperative, and follow the driver/guide's arrangements.
9:50 Nara
▼Nara Park area (approximately 2 hours, including time for lunch on your own, with free time available)
Each group will receive one complimentary deer biscuit worth 200 yen (while supplies last, no refunds if sold out).
A city park located at the foot of Mount Wakakusa in Nara.
,Nara's famous historical sites are all gathered here, making it a must-visit destination when touring Nara. The deer here are also highly intelligent - they will actively approach visitors holding deer crackers, so be careful of being knocked over by groups of eager fawns. (Deer crackers reference price: 200 yen for 10 pieces)
Recommended attractions: Free time, expenses to be covered by yourself (We suggest choosing one to visit based on your actual situation and preferences~)
[Todai-ji Temple] (Reference admission ticket fees: Todai-ji Main Hall adults 800 yen, children 400 yen (elementary school students); Todai-ji Main Hall + Museum adults 1200 yen, children 600 yen (elementary school students))
Kasuga Taisha Shrine (Admission fee: Free for the shrine grounds, 500 yen for the main hall)
Lunch recommendations (at your own expense)
Harunono
Haru-day Lotus Tea House
Noodle Kitchen
12:50 Uji
▼Uji (approx. 2 hr, free time available)
For matcha enthusiasts, Uji is a food lover's paradise, where matcha ice cream and matcha cakes lining the streets come highly recommended—even the soba noodles can take on a vibrant matcha green hue. For literature lovers, it's a cultural haven—the final ten chapters of *The Tale of Genji*, Japan's literary masterpiece often compared to *Dream of the Red Chamber*, unfold in Uji. Fans of the epic flock here to retrace the romantic intrigues and dramatic tales of Japan's aristocracy.
Recommended sightseeing routes (suggest choosing 1 option to explore)
Recommendation 1: Byodo-in Temple Omotesando Matcha Street
Byodo-in Temple (Admission fee: 700 JPY per adult for Byodo-in Temple Garden and Hosho Museum, 400 JPY per junior/senior high school student, 300 JPY per elementary school student. An additional 300 JPY per person is required for the Phoenix Hall interior tour.)
Recommendation 2: The Tale of Genji Museum
The Tale of Genji Museum utilizes multimedia audiovisual effects to vividly introduce the charm and overview of The Tale of Genji through high-definition imagery, displaying a model of the Rokujō-in that symbolizes Genji's prosperity. A quick tour may take around 2 min to complete, while a thorough visit could easily require 1-2 hr. The museum also features seasonal exhibitions of aristocratic games like "shell matching," "Go," and "Sugoroku," as well as activities regularly held during the Heian period, offering an accessible introduction to court culture. (Admission: Adults 600 yen (age 12+), Elementary & Middle School Students 300 yen (age 6-12), Closed on Mondays and year-end holidays)
Recommended Uji Matcha Shops (Costs at Your Own Expense)
Taian is named for its position directly opposite the Phoenix Hall. Address: 2 Ujitakawa, Uji, Kyoto Prefecture
[Nakamura Tokichi Uji Main Store] A highly popular dessert shop where you can enjoy ice cream desserts made with premium Uji tea, served in bamboo containers. Address: 10 Uji Ichiban, Uji, Kyoto Prefecture
[Itohkyuemon Main Store]A representative long-established shop of Uji tea in Kyoto, the matcha parfait and matcha soba noodles served in the store are definitely worth trying. Address: 19-3 Todou Asamaki, Uji, Kyoto Prefecture
3:00 PM Uji
Genji no Yu (approx. 1 hr) (at your own expense)
This natural hot spring in Uji is a neighborhood bathhouse immersed in millennia of warmth, with waters emerging from 1,111 meters underground. The high-tech crafted traditional architecture creates a purely Japanese-style space that fosters relaxation, evoking the leisurely atmosphere of a mountain hot spring. Enjoy moments of healing and tranquility with three indoor baths and one outdoor bath, along with diverse dining options. (Admission fees: Adults 1,000 yen, Children 500 yen. Towel rentals and dining incur additional charges. Children below elementary school age require parental supervision.)
▼Guests who don't want to soak can continue exploring Uji for 1 hr~
Guests heading to Genji-no-Yu Hot Spring for the experience will take the shuttle bus in advance on the day, with a stay time of 1.5 hours at Uji attractions.
16:20 Return time is for reference only
