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[From Osaka] Okayama & Kurashiki Full Day Tour

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Embark on an unforgettable day trip to discover the hidden charms of Okayama and Kurashiki, guided by a National Government Licensed English-speaking expert. You'll explore Okayama Korakuen, one of Japan's “Three Great Gardens,” and wander through the picturesque Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter.

This tour offers flexibility with your choice of a plan including a unique “Kakushi Sushi” making and tasting experience for lunch, or a plan without lunch for more freedom.

We also offer additional plans including round-trips from Okayama, or Kyoto, as well as one-way journeys from Kyoto to Hiroshima. Please explore these options to perfectly match your travel itinerary.

Activity location

Shiroshita Station
- 10
- 700-0814, Okayama, Okayama, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Hotel Granvia Osaka
- 1 1
- 530-0001, Osaka, Osaka, Japan

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What's included, what's not

National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter
Sushi Making Experience & Lunch (Only if you select "With Lunch" Option)
Admission fees and transport costs included in the tour
Fees other than those listed in Includes
Sushi Making Experience & Lunch (Only if you select "No Lunch" Option)

Know before you book

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travellers
Public transport options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All seats in the Okayama/Kurashiki area are unreserved, as public transport is used. Please note that seating is not guaranteed
The order of activities and arrival times may differ depending on road conditions and congestion at destinations
If the Inoue House cannot be entered, the tour will visit the Former Ohara House or the Ohashi House instead
As this is a walking tour, please wear shoes and clothing that are suitable for walking. The total walking distance for this tour is approximately 3 miles
[Lunch option Only] For lunch, the menu includes kakushi sushi made by customers during the experience, side dish, red miso soup, and dessert
[Lunch option Only] For those who would like a lacto-ovo‐vegetarian meal (vegetables will be used instead for kakushi sushi; eggs and dairy products are used in other menu items), please be sure to request at the time of booking. If requests are not provided in advance, same-day changes cannot be accepted
[Lunch option Only] Allergy-friendly, halal, gluten-free, and other meal requests are not available
[For No Lunch option] Lunch is not included on this tour. There will be time allotted for the Okayama Station vicinity. Please purchase your own lunch
Children up to 5 years old may join free of charge, but will not be provided with Shinkansen seats or lunch. If a Shinkansen seat or lunch is required, please book them under the child rate
The National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter will wait for customers at Okayama Station and guide them during sightseeing at Okayama and Kurashiki
When heading to Okayama, an assistant will lead customers from the meet-up at Sunrise Tours Desk until boarding the Shinkansen at Kyoto Station. There is no accompanying assistant while on board the Shinkansen
It will not be possible to bring large luggage whose total height, width, and length exceeds 160 cm onto Shinkansen. If bringing large luggage, please make use of a delivery service on your own
Tour's total duration is 7 hours 40 minutes, although the total duration listed in the itinerary is 4 hours 30 minutes. The remaining hours are allotted for travel time
Parental permission in writing is necessary for all tour participants under the age of eighteen. Any participant under the age of fifteen or not yet enrolled in middle school must be joined by a parent or guardian on the tour

Activity itinerary

Momotaro Tourist Information Center (Pass by)

Take the Shinkansen from Shin-Osaka Station to Okayama Station. The tour guide will be waiting for you on the platform at Okayama Station and escort you to Momotaro Tourist Information Centre where you will meet fellow travellers from Osaka and Okayama

Shiroshita Station

15m
Admission ticket included

Hop on the charming Okayama Electric Tramway at Okayama Station! After a quick 4-minute ride to Shiroshita Station, walk to Okayama Korakuen Garden

Okayama Korakuen Garden

1h
Admission ticket included

One of the Three Great Gardens of Japan, Okayama Korakuen is a beautiful landscaped garden from the Edo period (1603-1868) covering an area of approximately 13 hectares. With vast ponds, elegant teahouse, and lovely seasonal flowers, the garden showcases the changing atmosphere throughout the four seasons for visitors to enjoy. The neighbouring Okayama Castle is also known as "Crow Castle" due to its black exterior, and is quite spectacular when viewed from across the garden.

Okayama-Ekimae Station

5m
Admission ticket included

Head to Okayama Station by tram and on foot

Japanese Restaurant Kibizen

1h 25m
Admission ticket included

[Lunch Option Only] Kakushi Sushi Making Experience & Lunch: Experience Japanese cuisine by crafting your own Chirashi sushi on our hands-on tour. Arrange fresh sashimi, seafood, and colourful vegetables on sushi rice. Then savour your creation as a delightful and authentic lunch. [For No Lunch Option] You will have free time around Okayama Station to purchase your own lunch.

Kurashiki Station

25m
Admission ticket included

Take the JR local train from Okayama to Kurashiki

Inoue Family Residence

30m
Admission ticket included

The Inoue House is one the largest, most iconic townhouses in the Important Traditional Building Preservation District of Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter. This 300-year-old house was designated as an important cultural property of Japan in 2002.

Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter

Free time for sightseeing. Enjoy a special time experiencing history and tradition while taking in the riverside scenery, appreciating art at the museum, and touring around charming cafes.

Okayama Station (Pass by)

Take the JR local train from Kurashiki to Okayama. At Okayama Station, board a bullet train "Shinkansen" to Shin-Osaka or Hiroshima Station. Please note that no guide will accompany you from Okayama Station.

Location

Activity location

Shiroshita Station
- 10
- 700-0814, Okayama, Okayama, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Hotel Granvia Osaka
- 1 1
- 530-0001, Osaka, Osaka, Japan

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