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Himeji Hidden Island with Seafood Lunch by first-class bus

By LIMON and Yui Olivia
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 1,597 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
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  • Instant confirmation
Overview

*The photos of Ieshima Island are of Courtesy of Himeji City

The journey begins with a comfortable ride in a deluxe bus that feels like business class on an airplane, offering an authentic escape into rural Japan, where you can savor fresh local seafood and enjoy the serene landscapes.
After lunch, enjoy 90 minutes of free time to explore a sacred shrine surrounded by untouched woods.

  • Journey from Kyoto includes deluxe bus ride and ferry to Ieshima
  • Includes Shinkansen(bullet train) tickets from Himeji JR Station back to Kyoto or Osaka JR Station
  • Savor a fresh seafood lunch at a local restaurant
  • Enjoy 90 minutes of free time to explore the island's charm
Activity location
  • Ieshima
    • Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Tourist Bus Terminal, Kyoto Station Hachijo Entrance (Kyoto Avanti)
    • Higashikujo Nishisannocho
    • 601-8003, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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Return train ticket to Kyoto
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Return train ticket to Kyoto: At the end of the tour we will accompany you by bus to Himeji JR Station & give you a train ticket to go to Kyoto on your own

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:20
Price details
RM 1,597.03 x 1 AdultRM 1,597.03
Total
Price is RM 1,597.03
Until Sun, 8 Mar
Return train ticket to Osaka
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Return train ticket to Osaka: At the end of the tour we will accompany you by bus to Himeji JR Station & give you a train ticket to go to Osaka on your own

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:20
Price details
RM 1,597.03 x 1 AdultRM 1,597.03
Total
Price is RM 1,597.03
Until Sun, 8 Mar

What's included, what's not

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    English-speaking service attendant
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    USB plugs on board
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    WiFi on board
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    Selection of complimentary sake, alcoholic and soft drinks on board
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    Amenities
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Return Shinkansen (bullet train) ticket : Himeji → Osaka/Kyoto
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    Savor the fresh seafood lunch at the local restaurant
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    Restroom on board
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    Ferry to go to Ieshima and back
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Hotel pick up and drop off

Know before you book

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Only passengers who are able to walk up the bus stairs and to their seats autonomously can participate in the tour.
  • Please note that only one large piece of luggage (20-23 kg) per person can be stored in the bus trunk. You may carry your small bags with you to your seat.
  • Please note that if you are late for the tour start time or for an activity during the tour, you will not be able to join the tour midway.
  • Please note that the total duration of the trip includes the travel time.
  • The vehicle used is a deluxe bus designed by the famous industrial designer, Eiji Mitooka. The interior is made of wood materials to recreate the essence of Japanese harmony and aesthetics.
  • Selected skilled bus driver.
  • English-speaking service attendant on board.
  • We recommend arriving 10 minutes before departure.
  • Important note: we only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 20 years old and above. Minor travelers below 20 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks.
  • Please be aware that the return time is an estimate and may vary depending on traffic conditions along the way.
  • Kindly note that this one-day tour will require significant walking and standing. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes.
  • You may leave this tour upon the arrival at Himeji Station.

Activity itinerary

Ieshima
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Ieshima is an island in the Seto Inland Sea located a 30-minute boat ride from Himeji Port. This tranquil island offers an authentic glimpse into rural Japan and is largely untouched by tourists. Its name literally means "House Island" and its motto is "An island where you want to go back to". It's the perfect escape for those seeking a serene seaside experience and fresh, local flavors. Here, you will head to Shimizu, a local restaurant run by an island family. Savor a delicious lunch featuring fresh fish sourced from local fishermen and prepared with love and care. Their famous Kaisendon (Seafood Rice Bowl) is served along locally caught seafood.
Japanese cuisine & Inn Shimizu
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket included
A local restaurant run by an island family. Savor a delicious lunch featuring fresh fish sourced from local fishermen and prepared with love and care. Their famous Kaisendon (Seafood Rice Bowl) is served along locally caught seafood.
Ieshima Shrine (Pass by)
Ieshima Shrine is a small but meaningful Shinto shrine on Ieshima Island, part of the Ieshima archipelago off the coast of Himeji, Hyogo. Deeply connected to the island’s fishing community, it’s a peaceful place where locals come to pray for safe voyages, good catches, and family well-being. A short stop here is perfect for travelers who want to experience Ieshima’s everyday atmosphere—quiet streets, sea breezes, and a glimpse of authentic island life away from the crowds.
HIMEJI STATION
  • 15m
After visiting Ieshima island we will accompany you by bus to Himeji JR Station and our attendant will purchase and give you the shinkansen (bullet train) ticket to your preferred end point.

Location

Activity location
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    Ieshima
    • Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Tourist Bus Terminal, Kyoto Station Hachijo Entrance (Kyoto Avanti)
    • Higashikujo Nishisannocho
    • 601-8003, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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