Osaka & Nara in 1-Day by Private Van with Local Japanese Guide | 6 hours 30 minutes to 7 hours 30 minutes

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Nara All-Day
2 Adults x $283.65
$567.30
Approx Total
$567.30
Nara's Nostalgic Night Course: Course Dinner + Lantern Temple +Choose 1: Kasuga Shrine/Gold Fish Art Aquarium/Mt.Kasuga Drive-way to top/anything on the way
Pickup included
Osaka All-Day
2 Adults x $283.65
$567.30
Approx Total
$567.30
"The Nonpareil Osaka" Couse: Choose from: Katsuo-ji + Cup Noodle Museum or Shitennō-ji + Kuromon Fish Market or Kaiyūkan (World Biggest Aquarium)
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Osaka & Nara (Main course)
2 Adults x $289.82
$579.64
Approx Total
$579.64
Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: Japanese, English
  • Air-Conditioned Nissan Van (2-6 guests) / Mini Convertible (1 guest)
  • Fuel & Highway Fees
  • Full English Guide
  • Flexible Pickup & Dropping-off at anywhere in Kyoto, Osaka or Nara *You can finish at anywhere too
  • Parking Fees
  • Dinner time & Local Restaurant Guide
  • Entry Fee for Todaiji (¥800/person)
  • Any additional cost by your customization
  • Fee for dinner
  • Lunch time

Overview

Have your best and most unforgettable day trip in Japan, guided by a local specialist to tour two unique cities, ancient Nara and urban Osaka, efficiently in a comfortable air-conditioned car! You will first visit Nara, “Deer" Park, the sanctuary of super-friendly wild Japanese deer, and see the most ancient, significant and biggest temple in Japan, Todaiji Temple, with the biggest Buddha Statue in Japan. After visiting ancient Nara, you will move to the most urban area of Osaka and take a cruise by car to see the most iconic landmarks of Osaka, including Osaka Castle and Dotonbori, walk some unique streets of Osaka and eat the best Osaka local foods! This tour includes an optional "dark tour" into a ghetto area of Osaka, the "Airin Area" and one of the most historical red-light districts in the world, Tobita-Shinchi. (omittable) Your friendly and flexible local guide will explain everything about those two cities in a comfortable car! Book Now for a Perfect Day!

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Please check the emails about the tour Please inform me of your pick-up point by the day before if you haven't given (No need to confirm it again if you have already chosen one at the booking) Daiki +81 80 31386328 (iMessage/WhatsApp) White Nissan van (No.51-15) for more than 2 guests or Mini Cooper ... Convertible (No.420) for 1 guest, will arrive at your hotel/destination at 1 pm The arrival (or delays more than 10 minutes) will be notified through email or iMessage/WhatsApp (if provided) *You can bring your lunch to eat in the car *No earlier services provided Read more ▼

Itinerary

  • Yoshikien

    Yoshikien is an authentic Japanese garden in Nara Park. Starting with a beautiful pond with Japanese Carp (Koi) and Japanese Maple trees, you will enjoy the distinctive seasons of Japan. The iconic moss garden is beautiful for the whole year but especially the autumn season is breath-taking with all the colours change.

    5 minutes

  • Todai-ji Temple

    Todai-ji Temple, the biggest historical wooden architecture in the world with also the biggest Buddha statue sitting inside, is the most important Buddhist temple to Japanese people to 1400 years. You'll be explained so well about its dramatic history and all the meanings of each statue with deep insights into Buddhism and Japanese culture. You will touch the essence of Buddhism with your eyes and ears by visiting here on this tour!

    40 minutes

  • Nara Park

    The sanctuary of wild deer! You will be amazed to see so many wild deer relaxing in nature, in the temples, on roads and almost everywhere, not scared of people at all. What's interesting is that this park has been a national park of Japan for 1400 years, designated by the emperor. So even though it's right next to the downtown area of Nara, nature is primeval and the atmosphere brings you to ancient periods. You'll be guided with many information about Japanese deer and also with enough safety guidance to hang out with the wild and sacred animal.

    30 minutes

  • Todai-ji Nigatsudo Kuden

    Walking 5-10 minutes from the main temple with adorable deer, an ancient wooden temple sits on the top of the hill. The name Nigatsu “February” is named after its one of the most important religious ceremonies in Japan, “Omizutori” in the Chinese lunar February. Rest yourself while watching the great view of Nara and listening to the history of the 1270-year-continued ceremony.

    10 minutes

  • Osaka Castle

    Osaka Castle has been the most iconic symbol of Osaka for more than 500 years. Not only the unique and futuristic outlook telling the mixing culture of Osaka and Japan, but the museum inside displays countless Samurai armors and swords used by famous Shoguns, and holds seasonal exhibitions focusing on Samurai histories which will definitely attract you. The castle around is a park loved by local Japanese people, especially on cherry blossom seasons. Don’t forget to bring your camera!

    15 minutes

  • America Mura (Pass By)

    "Shibuya" of Osaka! All the good nightclubs and gigs are here!

  • Dotombori District

    Dotonbori/Shinsaibashi area, is the most famous, iconic and crowded of all Osaka, known for the "running man" sign, the riverside with full of fancy neons and the longest shopping street of Japan The energy of Osaka is here

    10 minutes

  • Nipponbashi Denden Town (Pass By)

    "Akihabara" of Osaka, a town of electronics and animes! More concentrated than Akiba'

  • Tsutenkaku (Pass By)

    Another symbol of Osaka since 1912. The design is heavily inspired by French Eiffel Tower but also has a lot of unique characters.

  • Tsutenkaku Hondori Shopping Street

    This is Osaka! The symbolic street of Osaka with unique shops and friendly (drunken) people where you can taste famous Osaka street foods. Try Takoyaki (Octopus balls) and walk the lively street with fancy billboards.

    20 minutes

  • Tobita Shinchi (Pass By)

    This is the deepest spot in Osaka, the so-called "red-line district". You will be so surprised by the prostitutes with school-uniform costumes on, waving hands from very traditional Japanese houses. The area's history will be well explained by the guide NO PHOTOGRAPHS if you don't want to get killed by Yakuzas protecting this area!

  • Nishinari Dobutsuen-mae Deep Osaka Street (Pass By)

    One of the most famous ghetto areas in Osaka, very few places where you can see homeless people in Japan. It used to be dangerous with more Yakuza gangs and drug dealers, but the area has been keeping becoming cleaner and cleaner for these 10 years for the Tokyo Olympics. Now here is also known as a cheap backpacker hostel area for tourists with very few homeless people left, so it's very safe to visit here. The local guide who was born and raised in Osaka tells you everything about Osaka's social problems and things that most Japanese people won't discuss!

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Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • No earlier services for pick-up/starting time

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Osaka/Nara

Published on Apr, 2025

Daiki did a great job providing commentary and explaining all that I was seeing. He was flexible in customising the day to cover what I wanted to see. Had a vast knowledge of Osaka and Japan. I would recommend Daiki for all of your Osaka/Kyoto tours. It was a wonderful day and finished it off with a fantastic dinner of eel.

Great guide and experience

Published on Apr, 2025

Our guide Daiki was the best and showed us a wonderful time. He was very knowledgeable and friendly. I would suggest this tour to anyone visiting the area

10/10, Would Tour Again

Published on Apr, 2025

*A little late on the review but still wanted to write it* This was definitely one of the most enjoyable experiences I had while in Japan. Daiki is an awesome tour guide and very knowledgeable on a variety of pieces within Osaka and Nara. From the beautiful views of temples and shrines to the stunning sightline of the castle and walls lining the Osaka Castle, Daiki provided insight and historical information to make the trip that much more enjoyable! Ending the time with a nice dinner, this was an incredible experience and genuinely enjoyed the time spent, even solo, talking and learning about the Culture that Daiki loves so much. I absolutely recommend his services and tours for anyone going, regardless if you're solo or with a family.

Great tour

Published on Apr, 2025

Our tour guide was great. He was on time, and worked with us on our own itinerary. Was very knowledgeable on history of Osaka.

Special Half Day Trip To Nara from Kyoto

Published on Apr, 2025

We booked a day trip to Nara with Daiki Fukashi (WadaFTours) and he was amazing. He customized our entire trip to our interests. He provided enormous insight and was extremely knowledgeable about shrines/temples, customs, architecture, and culture. He was very professional and polite. He even recommended a local sushi spot, that turned out to be one of our most authentic meals. Overall do not hesitate to book with Daiki Fukashi (WadaFTours) it turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip.

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