Start:
9:45 AM in front of the ticket gates at the Kintetsu Osaka-Abenobashi Station (Osaka)
End:
17:52 PM at Kintetsu Osaka-Abenobashi Station (Osaka)
Language: English
Price: USD 138
Season: November
- 09:45 We meet in front of the ticket gates of the Kintetsu Osaka-Abenobashi station (in Osaka)
We will ride a lux train to Mount Yoshino, a real autumn hidden gem in Nara prefecture.
(*Subject to ticket availability)
Live Demonstration
Kuzu is a japanese root used in many japanese dishes. Watch as an authentic artisan explains the fascinating chemistry of sweets making with kuzu through an open kitchen demonstration. He will guide us through each step of this centuries-old technique that brings traditional japanese sweets to life.
Tasting Experience
Enjoy authentic japanese sweets with traditional accompaniments like Japanese molasses, brown kinako powder and tea.
**Authentic hinoki cypress chopsticks included as a memorable keepsake of your experience.**
- 17:52 Ends at Osaka-Abenobashi Station of Kintetsu Railway (Osaka)
- Express Train Fee between Osaka Abenobashi and Yoshino and (JPY 1,040 ea.)
- Deluxe Train Fee from Osaka Abenobashi to Yoshino (JPY 210)
- English, Japanese and Spanish speaking guide.
- Entrance Fee to Kimpusenji Temple (JPY 1,600)
- Lunch
- Japanese Traditional Kuzu Sweets Demonstration and Tasting (JPY 1,000)
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
- Basic Train tickets between Osaka Abenobashi and Yoshino (approx. $8 USD each way)
(1) This tour includes light hiking in the mountain. Participants must wear confortable shoes and be prepared to hike uneven surfaces, steps and inclines.
(2) This tour route is NOT fully accessible for wheelchairs or strollers.
(3) This tour is not recommended for pregnant women.
(4) Participants should be in moderate physical condition.
(5) Pets are not allowed.
(6) We depart at the scheduled time, so please arrive punctually.
(7) 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.
(8) The order of stops may vary depending on route conditions or congestion at destinations.
(9) If any locations are closed, we will visit an alternative location instead. No refunds will be provided in this case.
(10) Since this is a guided walking tour, we recommend wearing comfortable shoes.
(11) The tour will continue in light rain, so please bring rain jackets and/or umbrellas.
(12) If a weather warning is issued, the tour may be cancelled or suspended, and we will provide a full refund.
