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Osaka: Amanohashidate and Tango Day Trip with Guide
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 10h
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Multiple languages
Overview
- Visit Amanohashidate via quiet paths and lesser-known scenic viewpoints
- Discover ancient shrines and temples linked to Japan’s coastal myths
- Explore the hidden cultural side of the Tango region beyond mass tourism
- Enjoy a balanced journey of sea, nature, and history from Osaka
- Ideal for travelers seeking depth, calm, and authenticity
Activity location
- Osaka
- Osaka, Osaka, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Japan, 〒556-0011 Osaka, Naniwa Ward, Nanbanaka, 2-chōme−1−１７ コスモビル 6F | Nipponbashi Station Exit 2 (Namba–Shinsaibashi Area)
- Osaka, Osaka, Japan
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Osaka: Amanohashidate and Tango Day Trip with Guide
- 10h
- English
What's included, what's not
- Sea Train ticket
- Vehicle service for the entire itinerary
- Fuel costs, toll fees, and highway charges
- Vehicle service time up to 10 hours (in accordance with Japanese law)
- Professional guide service
- Small group (1–13 guests) or bus tour (14–45 guests), based on daily group size
- Air-conditioned vehicle (type based on group size) 5–8 seats: Toyota Alphard or similar; 9–14 seats: Toyota Hiace or similar; 18–22 seats: Mini bus; 22+ seats: Large bus
- Infants aged 0–2 may join for free when seated on an adult’s lap (advance notice required)
- Meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Amanohashidate Cable Car & Sightseeing Cruise Ticket
- Optional activities and experiences not listed in the itinerary
- Personal expenses of any kind
- Luggage service: This is a day tour and bringing luggage is not recommended. If you plan to bring multiple pieces of luggage, please check availability in advance.
- Any items not specifically mentioned in the “What’s included” section
Know before you book
- Not allowed: Food in the vehicle, Smoking in the vehicle
What you can expect
Itinerary
This itinerary is for reference only. The order of visits and duration may be adjusted depending on traffic, weather, and on-site conditions.
07:10 – Osaka Journey Begin
09:10 – Maizuru Retro train
Scenic Sea Train Experience from Nishi-Maizuru to Amanohashidate (Approx. 70 minutes, including ticketing & boarding time)
At Nishi-Maizuru Station, board a coastal train bound for Amanohashidate.
This experience includes the Train No. 223D fare.
Departure: 09:44 from Nishi-Maizuru Station
Arrival: 10:28 at Amanohashidate Station
Non-reserved seating; standing may be required during busy periods
10:30 – Amanohashidate
Amanohashidate Area Exploration (Approx. 2 hours, free time)
Guests may explore freely or choose a package with or without cable car & sightseeing boat.
Amanohashidate is one of Japan’s Three Scenic Views, alongside Matsushima and Miyajima. Its shape resembles a bridge reaching toward the heavens—hence the name “Bridge to Heaven.”
Amanohashidate View Land (Cable Car Required)
Here, visitors can enjoy the famous “Matanozoki” (crotch-viewing) style—when viewed upside down, the sandbar appears like a dragon soaring into the sky, known as “Flying Dragon View.”
Highlights include:
7 dedicated Matanozoki platforms
A 250 m-long panoramic corridor overlooking Amanohashidate and Miyazu Bay
360-degree views of sea, sky, and coastline
Chion-ji Temple – Temple of Wisdom
The oldest wooden structure in Miyazu and a designated Important Cultural Property of Japan.
Chienowa Lantern
The historic lantern once guided ships safely through the bay. Says that walking through the Wheel of Wisdom three times brings intelligence and blessings.
Kaisenkyo Bridge
A rare rotating bridge that turns 90 degrees to allow boats to pass
(Rotation occurs irregularly, depending on boat traffic)
Monument of Japan’s Three Scenic Views
Amanohashidate Beach (Summer Only)
13:20 – Kyoto Prefecture
Ine Funaya – “The Venice of Japan” (Approx. 2 hours, free time)
Recognized as part of The Most Beautiful Villages in Japan, Ine is famed for its unique Funaya (boathouse) architecture.
Funaya Observatory
A popular viewpoint offering panoramic views over Ine Bay and its boathouses.
Also a filming location for the NHK morning drama Eenyobo.
Ine Café (Funaya Biyori)
The INE ❤ CAFE sign is a popular Instagram photo spot.
Ineura Park
An excellent ground-level photo spot for capturing the front-facing Funaya along the coast.
Ine Bay Sightseeing Boat (Optional)
Available if you book the Cable Car & Boat Ticket Package.
If not included, tickets may be purchased on-site.
Duration: approx. 25 minutes
Departures: every hour & half hour
Adult: ¥1,200 | Child (6–12): ¥600
Seagull feed: ¥100 per pack
Enjoy views of the boathouses from the upper deck and feed seagulls along the way.
If service is suspended due to weather, free exploration will replace the cruise.
15:30 – Return
18:00 – Osaka Drop Off
Location
Activity location
- Osaka
- Osaka, Osaka, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Japan, 〒556-0011 Osaka, Naniwa Ward, Nanbanaka, 2-chōme−1−１７ コスモビル 6F | Nipponbashi Station Exit 2 (Namba–Shinsaibashi Area)
- Osaka, Osaka, Japan