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Himeji Perfect 1 Day Bus Tour from Kyoto/Osaka

Private Day Trips
Digital
12 hours
English
  • Please enjoy Himeji Castle, the first national treasure in Japan to become a World Heritage Site.
  • Enjoy an authentic Japanese garden - Kokoen Garden.
  • Quaint Sake Brewery - Take a leisurely stroll through Nadagiku Sake Brewery and enjoy the atmosphere of the brewery.
  • Speaking of Mt. Shosha, it is a famous temple that was used for filming the Hollywood movie "The Last Samurai" starring Tom Cruise.

Options

Private Plan for 6 to 8 People from Himeji

Private Plan for 6 to 8 People from Osaka

Private Plan for 6 to 8 People from Kyoto

Private Plan for 3 to 5 People from Himeji

Private Plan for 3 to 5 People from Osaka

Private Plan for 3 to 5 People from Kyoto

Private Plan for 2 People from Himeji

Private Plan for 2 People from Osaka

Private Plan for 2 People from Kyoto

Private Plan for 1 People from Himeji

Private Plan for 1 People from Osaka

Private Plan for 1 People from Kyoto

Private Plan for 6 to 8 People from Himeji

FromNZD $311.75Per Person
Available from 22nd Jul 2025

What's included in Himeji Perfect 1 Day Bus Tour from Kyoto/Osaka

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Itinerary

07:40

Meet our staff at Kyoto Station (Shinkansen departs at 8:01 AM)

07:50

Meet our staff at Shin-Osaka Station (Shinkansen departs at 8:15 AM)

Arrive at Himeji Station (8:49am)

*Guides at Kyoto Station and Shin-Osaka Station will not accompany you

09:00

Meet the guide at the Himeji City Tourist Information Center at JR Himeji Station

09:15

Himeji Castle (Admission fee is included/1hours)

10:30

Kokoen Garden(Admission fee is included /45 minutes)

11:30

Nadagiku Sake Brewery Lunch (60 minutes) and Sake Brewery Tour (Admission fee is included / 30 minutes)

For lunch, please enjoy our specially selected Kuroge Wagyu beef steak set.

13:30

Shoshazan Engyoji Temple (Admission fee is included / 100 minutes)

*You can enjoy a spectacular view overlooking Himeji city while riding the ropeway.

15:30

Visit Fish Cake factory Yumesenkan (30 minutes)

16:30

Arrival at Himeji Station

Depart from Himeji Station by Shinkansen
(17:11 Osaka/Kyoto-bound train )

*Guides at Kyoto Station and Shin-Osaka Station will not accompany you

Arrive at Shin-Osaka Station at 17:46

Arrive at Kyoto Station at 18:02

Food and Drinks

Lunch

Himeji Castle
Himeji Castle, also known as White Heron Castle (Shirasagijo) due to its elegant, white appearance, is widely considered Japan's most spectacular castle for its imposing size and beauty and its well preserved, complex castle grounds. The castle is both a national treasure and a world heritage site. Unlike many other Japanese castles, it was never destroyed by war, earthquake or fire and survives to this day as one of the country's twelve original castles.
Kokoen Garden
Kokoen Garden is a relatively recently constructed Japanese style garden, which was opened in 1992 on the former site of the feudal lord's west residence (Nishi-Oyashiki). It consists of nine separate, walled gardens designed in various styles of the Edo Period.
Nadagiku Sake Brewery
This sake brewery located in 1 Chome, Tegara, Himeji City was established in 1910. Their fine Nadagiku brew and other products are renowned at home and abroad. They make their sake with carefully selected brewing rice grown in the prefecture, including Hyogo Yumenishiki, a special product of Nishiharima. You can visit their wooden sake storehouse that remains as it was when the brewery was founded, as well as view brewing equipment and panel displays on the modern sake making process. They hold tastings in their shop, and have a restaurant, too.
Shoshazan Engyoji Temple
Shoshazan Engyoji Temple is a must-visit sightseeing destination located near Himeji Castle. Located on top of Mt. Shosha, the temple has attracted filmmakers from worldwide.
It has appeared in films such as “The Last Samurai,” featuring the Hollywood movie star Tom Cruise, and “The Assassin,” which won the best director award at the Cannes Film Festival.
Fish Cake factory Yumesenkan
The first floor has a demonstration fried chicken sales corner, sales of Sacchan goods, exhibition of products made in the field, and sale of souvenirs. The second floor is a gallery space and rest area, recommended for purchasing souvenirs.
Information about tour operator
Name  H.I.S. Co.,Ltd.
address  Kamiyacho Trust Tower 5F 4-1-1 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-6905, JAPAN 
registration number  No.724 by Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency 
Information about tour
Place of departure and destination KYOTO, OSAKA, HIMEJI
number of days of travel 1 or 2 days 1
means of transportation Private car and Bullet train
name of bus company Himeji Taxi
meals (LUNCH 1 or 0)1
Minimum number of passengers to operate. 1 people
Number of GUIDE:1
・Please, read and understand the terms and conditions about our travel packages at the following link: https://www.his-j.com/company/yakkan/boshu_j_2009.pdf
・Please, read and understand the terms and conditions about this product at the following link: https://www.his-j.com/company/yakkan

Inclusions

  • Private Charter Car
  • Entrance fee of Himeji castle
  • Entrance fee of Kokoen garden
  • Entrance fee of Engyoji temple
  • Ropeway ticket
  • Round trip Shinkansen ticket (Shin-Osaka ⇔ Himeji or Kyoto ⇔ Himeji)
  • English guide
  • Customer Guidelines:
  • Please refrain from consuming alcohol on the vehicle.
  • Kindly take all trash with you when leaving the vehicle. Please do not leave any trash on board.
  • Please ensure you arrive promptly at the designated meeting place.
  • Please be aware that weekends, holidays, and event days may experience high levels of congestion.
  • The schedule may be subject to sudden changes or shorter visit durations due to reasons such as traffic congestion.
  • Refunds will not be provided if you fail to arrive at the meeting location on time (no show).
  • In the event of a natural disaster, such as a typhoon, the tour will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued.
  • Wearing your seatbelt is mandatory while the bus is in motion due to legal regulations.
  • Smoking is strictly prohibited on the vehicle.
  • Please refrain from standing up while the vehicle is in motion.
  • If you accidentally leave any belongings on the vehicle, please be aware that they will be disposed of.
  • Please personally take responsibility for your valuables.
  • Note: These guidelines are provided to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Thank you for your cooperation.

Meet

Venues

  • Meet At Kyoto Station Shinkansen Central Shinkansen Exit (2F)
  • Meet At Shin Osaka Station Shinkansen Central Exit ( 3 F)
  • JR Himeji Station Meet In Front Of The Tourist Information Center
    IN front of TIC

Meeting / End Points

  • Himeji Castle

Policies

Purchase Summary


This is a private tour. Only your group will participate.
Note that Himeji castle is not wheelchair accessible , Participants must climb steep staire.
Please inform us in advance if you have any allergies or dietary restrictions when you book.
Please note that we are unable to accommodate menu changes on the day of the tour.
Please refrain from bringing your own food and drinks into the restaurant.

Redeem

Ticket Redemption

Redeem your voucher at the meeting point