Do you want to enjoy the cherry blossoms away from the crowds? Are you ready to experience Japanese spring as people did before overtourism?
Our Cherry Blossom tour is the answer. Let's enjoy the beauty of ancient cherry trees blooming within the peaceful atmosphere of the rural landscape. We also visit the legendary 300-year-old giant cherry tree. You haven’t seen a cherry blossom this big!
Uda city -located in the central area of the Nara prefecture- is a charming town where nature and history coexist harmoniously. Away from the big crowds the city retains the atmosphere of old Japan.
Come with us to enjoy many beautiful and quiet spots, in a never-seen-before Japan Spring Tour.
Starts and Ends at:
Kintetsu Namba Station (Osaka)
*Check the details about the Meeting point in the Itinerary below.
Departure Time: 12 PM
Duration: 6 hours
Language: English
Price: USD 78
Season: April (cherry blossom season)
- 12 PM We will meet in front of the Souvenir Shop called "Goto-chi" at the East ticket gate, in the B2 level of the Kintetsu Namba Station in Osaka.
There are east and west ticket gates at Kintetsu Namba Station. Please be sure to be on the east side.
Our Uda Cherry blossom tour starts here! Along the Uda River, a cherry blossom-lined path stretches approximately 2.5 km. With few buildings nearby, the blossoms stand out beautifully against the green backdrop of the mountains, forests and farmland.
The weeping cherry tree within the temple grounds is said to be 350 years old. Standing on a hill overlooking the townscape of Ouda, it also offers a splendid view.
A secret cherry blossom spot guarded by a small shrine. Generally most Jizou statues face south, but this one is a rare one because it is facing north. This local guardian deity is believed to grant children to families and protect them against misfortune.
The greatest star of our Cherry Blossom Tour! A magnificent weeping cherry tree said to be 300 years old.
Back in the Warring States period of Japan, there was a prominent warlord called Goto Matabei, who fled to this area, and built a residence for his family here. Because this Cherry tree is within the area where the Goto family used to be, people call the tree affectionately “Matabei Zakura”.
After so much exercise, this is the best place to soothe our tired feet.
At the shops nearby you can find products made with local agricultural produce, such as Uda-grown blueberries.
The nostalgic scenery makes us feel like we have travelled back in time to ancient Japan.
This area flourished as the castle town and it has been recently designated as Traditional building preservation district.
- 6 PM Ends at Namba Station of Kintetsu Railway in Osaka
- English, Japanese and Spanish speaking guide.
- Meals, drinks or other personal items
- Train and bus ticket from Osaka to Uda and vice versa (approx. $10 USD each way)
(1) This tour route may not be fully accessible for wheelchairs or strollers.
(2) This tour is not recommended for pregnant women.
(3) Participants should be in moderate physical condition.
(4) Pets are not allowed.
(5) We depart at the scheduled time, so please arrive punctually.
(6) Please note that the tour may end slightly earlier or later than scheduled. If you have plans immediately afterward, please allow sufficient time between the tour and your next commitment.
(7) The order of stops may vary depending on route conditions or congestion at destinations.
(8) If any locations are closed, we will visit an alternative location instead. No refunds will be provided in this case.
(9) Since this is a guided walking tour, we recommend wearing comfortable shoes.
(10) The tour will continue in light rain, so please bring rain jackets and/or umbrellas.
(11) If a weather warning is issued, the tour may be cancelled or suspended, and we will provide a full refund.
