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From Osaka or Kyoto: Hiroshima and Miyajima Train & Bus Tour

1. From Osaka or Kyoto: Hiroshima and Miyajima Train & Bus Tour

Head out of Osaka or Kyoto on a day trip to Hiroshima to visit the sobering Atomic Bomb Dome, as well as the uplifting Itsukushima Shrine. Sit back and relax in a bullet train from your starting point, then enjoy the comfort of a tour bus while you visit Hiroshima. Meet your guide and head to your bullet train, also known as shinkansen, to make your way to Hiroshima. Once arrived, hop onto your tour bus to begin your visit of the city's main attractions and world heritage sites. First, make your way to the Atomic Bomb Dome in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. See and feel the weight of the effects of nuclear warfare firsthand, as you look at the derelict dome in front of you. Lunch is Authentic Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki which is topped with pork, cabbage, bean sprout and noodles (*in stated as included in the plan) Next, head back into the bus and make your way to catch the ferry to Miyajima Island. Once there, marvel at one of the most scenic sites in Japan, the Itsukushima Shrine. Stroll on the island, known as the historic site of Shinto, literally translated as "the way of the Gods", taking in the peaceful scenery. End your day by heading back to Osaka or Kyoto by bullet train.

Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

2. Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

Visit the newly reopened Nagai Botanical Garden, which is run by the art collective teamLab as a hybrid garden and art space. Wander through the grounds home to roughly 1,200 species of plants, then enjoy the interactive art installations which come alive at night. Stroll through the botanical gardens, with its 240,000 square meters of grounds and wide array of plant species to admire. Stop by the central pond and relax in the serene natural beauty of the gardens. As night draws in, stay to discover teamLab’s unique art project which explores how nature can become art. The concept of the project is that non-material digital technology like light displays can turn nature into art without harming it.  Watch incredible light spectacles which actively interact with the surrounding nature, animals, and visitors, and become part of the artwork yourself as you experience it. 

Kamigata Ukiyoe Museum:Ukiyo-e Woodblock Printing Experience

3. Kamigata Ukiyoe Museum:Ukiyo-e Woodblock Printing Experience

Experience printing with woodblocks with a course in the traditional Japanese art of Ukiyo-e. Create your own Ukiyo-e print with the help of a professional guide with a course for beginner, intermediate, and advanced learners.  Print with with 3 or 4 colors on high-quality handmade Japanese paper with the museum’s original carved woodblock. See how even as a beginner your print differs from others depending on how you apply the printing process. Get to know more about the importance of printing in Ukiyo-e production and take home your own unique piece of art.

Kyoto: Sake Brewery and Tasting Tour in Fushimi

4. Kyoto: Sake Brewery and Tasting Tour in Fushimi

Join a guided tour to visit one of the biggest sake breweries in Kyoto and find your favorite by tasting 22 kinds of Kyoto-made sake at a hidden bar. Admire the aroma, flavor, and history of sake along with Fushimi's breathtaking scenery. After meeting at the station, follow your guide through Fushimi and head to the Gekkeikan Okura Museum. Learn about the rich history of the drink and its brewing process by observing sake exhibits. Find out how Kyoto’s Fushimi region is famous for its quality water, and one of the 3 major sake brewery spots since ancient times. Then, sit down for a tasting of 4 kinds of Kyoto's local sake. Then, walk around the area and visit cultural and historical spots, such as liquor stores and Teradaya Inn. Along the way, learn about the mythical creature Kappa and the history of the end of the Edo period of feudal government. Finally, head to a hidden bar to savor more sake. Deepen your knowledge of sake and taste 18 locally brewed types.

Osaka: Kamigata Ukiyoe Museum Entrance Ticket

5. Osaka: Kamigata Ukiyoe Museum Entrance Ticket

Explore the historical art and culture of Japan with this ticket to Kamigata Ukiyoe Museum in Osaka. Learn more about the Ukiyo-e woodblock prints and about the process creating these masterpieces.  View depictions of Kabuki actors performing around the Dotombori area where the museum is currently located. Find out what makes Kamigata Ukiyo-e distinct from other Ukiyo-e. Admire prints with gold, silver, and copper powder. 

ALL-IN Private Tour KYOTO w/Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off

6. ALL-IN Private Tour KYOTO w/Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off

p>Explore and Experience the Traditional City of Kyoto Japan. Where you can enjoy sightseeing, cultural and historical places in Kyoto. Ejy playing with the monkeys at Iwatayama monkey park. Together with the Kimono Forest, where you can rent a kimono and have a memorable Japanese style experience on your trip. Next is Kinkakuji (金閣寺, Golden Pavilion) is a Zen temple in northern Kyoto whose top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf.We will also visit Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, This shrine is one of many located throughout Japan that was built to honor Inari, the Shinto god of rice. Fushimi Inari is therefore a Shinto shrine but unique with its never ending sea of iconic red/orange torri style gates arching over the pathway. And ofcourse We will never let you miss out the beautiful and famous Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Arashiyama is famous for its Sagano Romantic Train ride, whether during spring for its cherry blossoms or autumn for the brilliant colors of its maple leaves. And ofcourse We will never let you miss out the Unesco heritage of kyoto called kiyomizu dera

Osaka Museum of Housing and Living

7. Osaka Museum of Housing and Living

If you are interested in the city history, architecture, and culture of Osaka, the Osaka Museum of Housing and Living is well worth visiting. As Japan's first museum themed around housing and living in Osaka, the Osaka Museum of Housing and Living can take you to experience the architectural style of both the Edo period (on the 9th floor) and the modern (on the 8th floor). Walk through the streets, and you will be amazed by the city’s development and evolution. It is worth mentioning that there will be some special exhibitions and events that change with the seasons. If you visit the museum from mid-April to late August, you will find summer festival decorations on display. From early September to early April, it will change to an exhibit of merchants of the past.

From Osaka or Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara 1 Day Bus Tour

8. From Osaka or Kyoto: Kyoto & Nara 1 Day Bus Tour

Explore the historic landmarks of the cities of Kyoto and Nara on this educational and adventurous full-day experience. Visit popular and famous temples, see historical monuments, discover sacred shrines, and meet the charming deer of Nara park. Choose to depart from either Osako or Kyoto, traveling with ease in a comfortable bus. During the tour you will visit the Todaiji Temple ─ its Great Buddha is one of the most famous historical landmarks in Nara. It is the largest wooden structure in the world and stands at around 15 meters in height. While in this city, you will also enjoy meeting the friendly and charming deer in Nara park and visiting the general worship area of Kasuga Taisha shrine. Be escorted by your driver and guide to the Kyoto Imperial Palace and discover its sprawling beautiful garden which spreads through the historical center of Kyoto. Then experience Kinkakuji Temple ─ one of the most famous Buddhist temples in Kyoto and a must-visit landmark. Then walk through the gorgeous natural scenery and bamboo grove of Kimono Forest of Arashiyama. Don't forget to take a picture for your memories!

Full day Highlights destination of Kyoto with Hotel Pickup

9. Full day Highlights destination of Kyoto with Hotel Pickup

Explore and Experience the Traditional City of Kyoto Japan. Where you can enjoy sightseeing, cultural and historical places in Kyoto. One of their famous place is Gion , the most famous geisha place in Japan. Together with the Kimono Forest, where you can rent a kimono and have a memorable Japanese style experience on your trip. Next is Kinkakuji (金閣寺, Golden Pavilion) is a Zen temple in northern Kyoto whose top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf.We will also visit Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, This shrine is one of many located throughout Japan that was built to honor Inari, the Shinto god of rice. Fushimi Inari is therefore a Shinto shrine but unique with its never ending sea of iconic red/orange torri style gates arching over the pathway. And ofcourse We will never let you miss out the beautiful and famous Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Arashiyama is famous for its Sagano Romantic Train ride, whether during spring for its cherry blossoms or autumn for the brilliant colors of its maple leaves. It is also renowned for its landmark bridge, Togetsukyo which is used in many tourist promotion photos.And ofcourse We will never let you miss out the kiyomizu dera

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Amazing experience. 100% recommended. Not as immersive as Team Labs in Tokyo but wonderful in it's own right.