Osaka · TRAIN EXPERIENCES
The good train experiences fill up weeks ahead and the best go first. Below: the 9 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
From Osaka to Kyoto in one day: Sagano Romantic Train, bamboo forest, Kiyomizudera, and Fushimi Inari with an English guide.
“Overall service is very good. On time, good and helpful tour leader, and well arrangement. The lunch also very nice.”
Shinkansen day trip from Osaka to Hiroshima and Miyajima: Itsukushima Shrine, Peace Museum, Genbaku Dome, guided and ticketed.
“Tour guide needs to be more informative with clear details in regards to tour at hand. very soft spoke limited English which made it more difficult to understand.”
One-day Hiroshima and Miyajima trip from Osaka with Shinkansen, ferry views of the torii, Peace Memorial sites, and Hiroshima okonomiyaki lunch.
“The day was very well organised and Kane did very well in keeping the group together and on track. Be mindful that the itinerary is so packed, there isn't much time for toilet breaks or looking at leisure. Was a fantastic day though and would recommend.”
Shinkansen to Hiroshima and ferry to Miyajima. Guided history at Peace Memorial sites, plus Itsukushima Shrine and deer, all in 8 hours.
“Astrid was a great guide and very knowledgeable. The booking was a solid hit. Absolutely a must. Miyajima was intriguing and so beautiful. The peace museum was interesting, somewhere I think we should all see and learn about, especially if you are coming from the States.”
Train with samurai sword master Tatsuya Watanabe in Minoh, Osaka, with private temple access, exclusive performance, and hands-on practice.
“Today was one of the most memorable days of my life. I was able to train with an actual samurai Watanabe Son who is a true sword master. Seeing his routine in the beginning was inspiring and seeing his dedication to his craft shows what a person with a purpose and determination and discipline can achieve. Also, thank you Ben for translating the experience in English. It would’ve been very difficult / challenging if Ben wasn’t there as Wantanabe Son only speaks Japanese. We trained at a temple which was unreal because the history of the temple and visiting the town of Minoh Osaka. The experience is 3 hours and…”
Shared transfer from Shin Osaka to Osaka City with Cherry Tomato meet-up, door-to-door drop, mobile ticket, and luggage-friendly rules.
“Simply a transfer which worked perfectly well. Although unlike other transfers we booked, we had to find the driver versus meeting us within the station.”
Private Kyoto day trip from Osaka by train and taxi. Torii gates, bamboo grove, Golden Pavilion, Kiyomizu-dera and Gion street time.
“Diego was extremely careful about our needs, he was very open to hear what we wanted to visit and to adjust the itinerary based on our preferences. I totally recommend Diego for future trips and take the opportunity to thank him again for the wonderful time we had together with him and my son!”
Cat stationmaster train, tuna-cutting show, seafood at Toretore Market, Shirahama cliffs, and optional hot springs on a 10-hour Osaka day trip.
“Fun day trip from Osaka. We were able to see some unique sights and our guide, Tiger, was great. He offered great recommendations at the fish market.”
Bullet train day trip from Osaka to Hiroshima and Miyajima, with Itsukushima Shrine torii gate, deer, ferry ride, and Peace Park.
“My wife's and I recent trip to Miyajima Island & Hiroshima was very educational and humbling. While in Miyajima we were able to see the iconic Itsukushima Shrine with its floating torii gate. While walking through the Island we were able to expRead more”
Every kind of day out in the city, and the best of each.
