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Visit Rural Kyoto! One-Day Bus Tour from Osaka to Miyama, Amanohashidate, and Ine
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Visit rural Kyoto from Osaka! This one-day bus tour takes you to the scenic Amanohashidate, the thatched-roof village of Miyama, and Ine, Kyoto's seaside village. You'll be accompanied by a multilingual guide! Read on to find out more.
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Born in Taipei, Taiwan. I worked in the inbound tourism industry in Kyoto, writing a blog about travel in Japan. I joined MATCHA in October 2019.
Hobbies: travel, watching trains, visiting stylish cafes, sweets, collecting seal stamps, watching musicals, taking photos, and others - so many, in fact, that I find it weird myself.
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Miyama, Amanohashidate, and Ine: A One-Day Bus Tour to Rural Kyoto
The one-day bus tour to Miyama, Amanohashidate, and Ine from Osaka is the ideal package tour for solo travelers who wish to explore Kyoto's scenic countryside but are worried about transportation.
While there are direct trains from Kyoto to Amanohashidate, those are limited in number per day. Miyama and Ine are also located relatively far from the city. You could rely on public transportation to access either spot, but traveling takes an awfully long time.
Want to visit these three places in one trip and get information from a tour guide in English? Are you traveling with older people or children? Then your best and most convenient option for visiting Kyoto's charming countryside would be to book this day tour from Osaka.
Book now: Miyama Thatched Village, Ine Bay, and Amanohashidate Tour from Osaka
1. Amanohashidate: One of Japan’s Three Scenic Views
The first sightseeing spot on this travel plan is Amanohashidate, one of Japan’s three scenic views.
The tour includes a cable car ticket to Amanohashidate View Land. You have the option to choose between the cable car or a regular chairlift. We recommend taking the chairlift if the weather is good to get an amazing view of Amanohashidate.
Head up the mountain to see the view of Amanohashidate’s flying dragon. The first thing you should do upon arriving is look at Amanohashidate upside down from between your legs to determine whether or not you can spot the mythical creature!
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2. Ine Bay Sightseeing Boat: Admire Beautiful Boathouses from the Sea
The unique scenery of the Ine Boathouses, located in the northernmost tip of Kyoto Prefecture, has enchanted thousands of visitors.
During the tour, you can interact with locals while enjoying the ocean scenery on the Ine Bay Sightseeing Boat. They sell shrimp crackers aboard the vessel so you can feed the seagulls. Sometimes an eagle will come to snatch food from you, adding to this intriguing experience.
3. Miyama: Kyoto’s Thatched Village
The town of Miyama in Nantan, Kyoto Prefecture, is known as Kyoto’s thatched village. The village has preserved the original Japanese landscape.
When visiting, you can immerse yourself in a distinctive atmosphere that feels like stepping into a painting. Once you’ve arrived in Miyama—the last stop on this tour—buy some Miyama milk, which you can’t get anywhere else!
Book the One-Day Tour Online!
Booking a day tour on a free day during your solo travels is a great option! We highly recommend leaving the city and exploring Kyoto’s beautiful rural side on your next trip to the Kansai area.
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Born in Taipei, Taiwan. I worked in the inbound tourism industry in Kyoto, writing a blog about travel in Japan. I joined MATCHA in October 2019.
Hobbies: travel, watching trains, visiting stylish cafes, sweets, collecting seal stamps, watching musicals, taking photos, and others - so many, in fact, that I find it weird myself.
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