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Himeji Castle, Arima Onsen and Mount Rokko Day Trip from Osaka

Combo Osaka, JapanAbout 10 hoursGuided in English

Visit Japan's finest original castle, stroll the lanes of an ancient hot spring town and take in the view from the mountain above Kobe, all in one day by coach.

About 10 hoursExplore at your own pace
Shared coach tourKeeps the experience personal
EnglishLive guide or host
CancellationNon-refundable: tickets are issued for your chosen date and time

Highlights

  • Himeji Castle, a World Heritage Site
  • Free time in Arima Onsen's old lanes
  • Views from Mount Rokko over Kobe and Osaka Bay
  • Comfortable coach from Osaka
  • Three different sides of Kansai in a day

Full description

Himeji Castle is the most complete original castle in Japan, a white keep with layer upon layer of curving roofs, rising over a maze of gates and walls designed to confuse attackers. The day starts here, with time to explore the grounds and, if you like, climb inside the main keep.

The coach then heads into the hills behind Kobe to Arima Onsen, one of Japan’s oldest hot spring towns, where you can wander the narrow lanes or soak your feet in a free foot bath. The last stop is Mount Rokko, with a lookout over Kobe and Osaka Bay, before returning to Osaka.

Itinerary

  1. Leave Osaka

    Board the coach in central Osaka in the morning.

  2. Himeji Castle

    Explore the castle grounds and keep.

  3. Arima Onsen

    Free time in the hot spring town.

  4. Mount Rokko

    Stop at a lookout above Kobe, then return to Osaka.

Included

  • Air-conditioned coach from and back to Osaka
  • Tour coordinator on board

Not included

  • Himeji Castle entrance (confirmed in your quote)
  • Hot spring bathing fees
  • Lunch and drinks
  • Hotel pickup

Meeting point

Central Osaka (Umeda or Namba area); the exact meeting point is confirmed with your quoteThe exact spot and your host's details arrive with your confirmation.

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Know before you go

  • Climbing the castle keep means steep wooden stairs; you remove your shoes inside
  • Bring a small towel if you want to use a foot bath
  • Mountain views depend on the weather
  • The order of stops can change with traffic

Frequently asked questions

Is there time for a full hot spring bath?

There is time for a short soak at a public bathhouse or a foot bath; bathhouse fees are extra.

Is the castle keep included?

The castle entrance is usually paid separately; we quote it with your enquiry.

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