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Take a journey through the wonders of ancient and modern Japan with a day trip that shows you the historic cities of Kyoto, Nara, and Kobe. With destinations from the peaceful bamboo forest of Arashiyama to the lively Kobe Mosaic, you get a look at centuries' worth of culture.

Board a bus and head out of Osaka for a day of exploring the treasures in Arashiyama, Nara, and Kobe. In Arashiyama, explore Sagano Bamboo Forest and ride the scenic Randen tram line, then visit Nara. Your day ends with dinner and shopping in modern Kobe.

Try your hand at painting a maneki-neko, or lucky cat, figurine in the heart of Osaka during this small-group lesson. An experienced instructor teaches you about the history of the beckoning cat and its significance as part of Japanese culture before you paint your own figure to take home.

Cruise around the narrow streets of Osaka to uncover its hip neighborhoods, historic architecture, and sprawling parks. On this 2-wheeled adventure, admire the soaring towers of Osaka Castle, check out neo-Renaissance architecture in Nakanoshima Park, and follow the bends of the Okawa River.

Visit Kyoto's most famous cultural sites on this day-long bus tour from Osaka. Hop aboard a comfortable coach and drive to Japan's ancient capital to see the brilliant torii gates of the Fushimi Inari Shrine, the UNESCO-listed Kiyomizu-dera temple, and the golden pavilion of Kinkaku-ji.

Surround yourself with some of the most beautiful places in western Japan on a bus trip that shows you the scenery of Arashiyama and Nara. With sights like the verdant bamboo forests of Arashiyama and Nara's famous wild deer, you get a look at the idyllic charm that lies away from the bustle of Osaka.