Top Kansai Shore Excursions

See and do exactly what you want on this private and customizable half-day walking tour of Osaka. Your local guide will aim to show you a range of historic and modern sites in Japan’s second-largest city. Choose to visit highlights including Osaka Castle, the Umeda Sky Building, the Dotombori District, and more. Your guide will meet you at your hotel so you won’t have to worry about finding them.

The perfect choice for travelers looking to experience the best of Kyoto, this private tour will take you to a variety of key points of interest within the city. Choose from over 35 different locations including shrines, temples, historic districts, imperial villages, and more to create a custom itinerary that suits your interests. Visit sites like Fushimi Inari Shrine, Nijo Castle, Nishiki Market, or the Gion geisha district, as you learn about Japanese history and culture while traveling with an experienced licensed guide.

Discover the sights of Kyoto that interest you the most on this customizable sightseeing tour. Alongside a private driver-guide, make an itinerary of your desired attractions or get recommendations to create your perfect day. Whether you want to focus on temples, culture, shopping, or Japanese history, this tour has everything covered for you.

Enjoy a private day trip to Nara from Osaka/Kyoto for a full day walking tour of the city with a government-licensed and multilingual guide. This ancient Japanese city offers both modern and traditional elements, and its close proximity to Kyoto and Osaka makes it a great destination for a day trip. Let us know your interests and your guide will customize a tour that is made specifically for you.

Discover Japan’s second-largest city as you embark on a walking tour through Osaka. Alongside a private guide, visit the highlights of the city including the Dotombori District, Osaka Castle, Shitenno-Ji Temple, Shinsekai, and Koromon Market. While you explore, your guide provides context on the history and culture of Japan.

Discover what makes Osaka a food city on this guided tour. Get a insider's perspective on local food culture missed by most visitors as your guide takes you to a department store marketplace, the famed Kuromon Ichiba Market, Korea Town, and a historic neighborhood. Along the way sample regional specialties and surprising delicacies.

Travel to Kyoto with your local host, and discover another side of Japanese culture in its 8th-century capital. Explore the cobbled streets of traditional entertainment district Gion, see the famous flame-colored tunnel of Fushimi Inari Shrine, or visit the Arashiyama bamboo grove in western Kyoto. At dusk, when the city’s iconic paper lanterns are lit, you could even spot a mesmerizing geisha floating through the streets. Whatever you decide, you’ll discover more than just the Kyoto in your guidebook. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

This is the ideal tour for travelers wanting to discover Kyoto's highlights efficiently in a private vehicle accompanied by a government-licensed and experienced multilingual guide! Temples, shrines, and tea ceremonies. The traditions of ancient Japan are still alive and well in the old capitol, Kyoto. Discovering around this beautiful city can feel like you are in a time machine as its architecture has been preserved for centuries. Kiyomizu Temple towers over the historical Gion district, famous for its rich history of geisha. There is much history in this city that you don’t want to miss so book our private car tour with Government Licensed Guide. Meet your guide at your hotel in Osaka, then head to Kyoto! Once your reservation is made, a guide will be in touch to plan your personalized tour. Whether you are a history buff, love the beauty of old Japanese architecture, or just want to enjoy a green tea parfait, Kyoto has something for you!

Get to know one of the cities where dreams come true, great industries like Nintendo were born, and be part of a great adventure full of colorful landscapes, geishas, samurai, temples, and much more. During the tour, we will enter HISASHI-YAMA, one of the most historic areas of Kyoto where you will be delighted with fascinating stories of the ancient emperors and samurai warriors (Shoguns). Finally, we will visit the Koshindo monkey temple and see the gigantic Yasaka pagoda built in the 8th century by Prince Shotoku. Kyoto is an interesting city, it will fill you not only with history and temples but with a wide variety of cuisine. Once the tour is finished, we will give you recommendations for restaurants and activities to do.

With just one day to experience Kyoto, this private day trip from Osaka ensures that you maximize your time. Opt to travel by private vehicle or public transport, and explore Kyoto at your own pace with a customized itinerary. Along the way, check off lots of popular attractions such as Fushimi Inari-taisha shrine, the Golden Pavilion, and the atmospheric Geisha district of Gion.

Private & Custom VIP Tour in KYOTO allows you to “Tailor Your Itinerary” to fit your specific travel expectations. You have your own private Minivan Toyota HIACE Commuter 2020 and English speaking driver for approximately 8 hours. Our team assists you to draft itinerary, prepare tickets, book restaurants/local experiences, communicate with local vendors, direct you to the destinations, keep time, assist you throughout the trip and more! STEP1: Please select your favorite destinations from "What to Expect" and share with us your other special requests STEP2: Our team draft your tentative custom itinerary and share with you STEP3: We revise/finalize the itinerary base on your feedback REMARKS A. You can always make change to the itinerary even while traveling on the van. The tour is flexible to your own needs and goals. B. Extra 1~2 hours will be given for free in case of heavy traffic jam and unexpected delay(s) only C. Extra charges will be applied for over time service

et to know the lore, history, and must-see spots in Osaka on this guided tour in Osaka. At Osaka Castle, you'll learn about Hideyoshi, the beloved hero who built the castle and castle lore. At Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street, you'll shop, dine, and stroll through the 600 shops in the arcade. This tour will use public transportation to get around. Dining, shopping, and transportation fees are not included in the tour fee.

This is the ideal plan for independent travelers that want to discover Nara’s highlights on their own, but would like the comfort and ease of traveling in a private vehicle. Avoid the potential confusion of public transportation system and relax while your English-speaking chauffeur takes the wheel. Nara's proximity to Osaka, and its rich collection of traditional sites, make it an ideal destination for a day trip from Osaka. You can visit the beautiful temples of this ancient Japanese city and meet the friendly deer that are sacred to the area.

The UNESCO-listed temple settlement of Mount Koya is the center of Shingon Buddhism and one of Japan's most sacred sites. Discover this magical place on a private full-day walking tour departing from Osaka. You guide will personalize your experience in line with your personal interests and provide insights into the traditions and spirituality of Mount Koya.

Make the most of a short time on land with this private shore excursion to Kobe. Instead of rushing around with a large group, slow down and appreciate the quieter side of Kobe. Visit the Herb Gardens, the Nunobiki Ropeway, and more. Sake lovers will enjoy checking out a sake brewery, to learn more about this Japanese drink. Foodies can also opt to dine at a restaurant serving Kobe beef.

Cruise passengers with limited time on land will enjoy the convenience of this private tour of Nara from Osaka or Kobe. Learn all about Japanese history and culture at this ancient capital, full of UNESCO-listed temples and shrines, traditional Japanese gardens, and one of the biggest Buddha statues in the country. You’ll be picked up from the port or your hotel and returned there at the end of the day.

Enjoy the convenience of a guided tour without having to squeeze onto a bus with strangers on this private, customizable tour in a modern Land Rover vehicle. After being picked up from your hotel you’ll have a full day to explore beautiful Kyoto. Choose your sights and activities to suit your needs, but the itinerary could include Gion, Kiyomizu-dera, Kinkakuji, and other historic and cultural highlights.

8-Hour Custom Tour with Private Car and Driver. Please select your most favorite sites in NARA and share with us your other special requests. We will help you plan the route, draft itinerary and make advanced reservations if necessary. VEHICLE We will arrange car for you based on the number of people in your group (maximum of 9 people). Our available cars are Land Rover Discovery, Toyota Alphard, HIACE and Grand Cabin. DRIVER The driver will drive and walk with you at most sites. However, there are some sites the driver cannot join you due to following reasons: 1.) some drivers need to take a rest/break at least 1 site during the tour 2.) when the parking lot is full especially during peak seasons 3.) where it is difficult to park/too pricy to park ... REMARKS a.) You can always amend the itinerary even while traveling with the driver on the day b.) Extra charge will be applied for over time service, picking-up/dropping-off at Kansai International Airport (KIX)

Hi I'm Kosuke Let me show you around my home town. Feel free to contact me and let me know dates and places of your interest. Please book me two days at least if you really want to enjoy Kyoto! Thank you very much

8-Hour Custom Tour with Private Car and Driver. Please select your most favorite sites in KYOTO KOBE NARA or OSAKA and share with us your special requests. We will help you plan the route, draft itinerary and make advanced reservations if necessary. VEHICLE We will arrange car for you based on the number of people in your group (maximum of 9 people). Our available cars are Land Rover Discovery, Toyota Alphard, HIACE and Grand Cabin. DRIVER The driver will drive and walk with you at most sites. However, there are some sites the driver cannot join you due to following reasons: 1.) some drivers need to take a rest/break at least 1 site during the tour 2.) when the parking lot is full especially during peak seasons 3.) where it is difficult to park/too pricy to park ... REMARKS a.) You can always amend the itinerary even while traveling with the driver on the day b.) Extra charge will be applied for over time service, picking-up/dropping-off at Kansai International Airport (KIX)

8-Hour Custom Tour with Private Car and Driver. Please select your most favorite sites in OSAKA-NARA and share with us your other special requests. We will help you plan the route, draft itinerary and make advanced reservations if necessary. VEHICLE Toyota COMMUTER (Max 13 pax) DRIVER The driver will drive and walk with you at most sites. However, there are some sites the driver cannot join you due to following reasons: 1.) some drivers need to take a rest/break at least 1 site during the tour 2.) when the parking lot is full especially during peak seasons 3.) where it is difficult to park/too pricy to park ... REMARKS a.) You can always amend the itinerary even while traveling with the driver on the day b.) Extra charge will be applied for over time service, picking-up/dropping-off at Kansai International Airport (KIX)

Hi I'm Kosuke Let me show you around my home town. Feel free to contact me and let me know dates and places of your interest. Please book me two days at least if you really want to enjoy Kyoto! Thank you very much

Make your Instagram followers envious as you explore Osaka on a customizable day trip to its most recognizable hotspots! Osaka has a beautifully chaotic vibe with exciting sights and sounds around every corner. You are going to check out the places with the best Osaka aesthetic and it will be a treat for your eyes and your Instagram followers. From shrines to street art, this city is loaded with photogenic spots. Grab your camera and get your hashtags ready, here are the most Instagrammable places in Osaka! The best thing about this day trip is that you choose the exact experience that you want. We will customize a six-hour tour that's best for you. Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.