Nara World Heritage Temple Tour with Kamameshi & Matcha
English, French, Chinese
7 hours
Explore Nara’s UNESCO World Heritage temples on a full-day journey through the Ikaruga and Nishinokyo areas. Visit historic Buddhist sites, enjoy a traditional kamameshi lunch, and experience matcha tea with multilingual audio guidance for sightseeing.
The tour begins at JR Nara Station, East Exit, Bus Stop No. 4. Please arrive early to allow enough time for check-in before departure.
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1-1-1 Hōryūji Sannai, Ikaruga, Nara
Duration: 120 minutes
Start the day in Ikaruga with a visit to Horyu-ji Temple, home to some of the oldest surviving wooden buildings in the world. You will also have time to explore nearby Chugu-ji Temple, known for its calm atmosphere and historical importance.
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1 Chome-6-33 Hōryūji, Ikaruga, Nara
Duration: 40 minutes
Enjoy a relaxing lunch break featuring a traditional kamameshi meal served hot in a clay pot. This stop offers a chance to rest and enjoy local flavors near the temple grounds.
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865 Koizumichō, Yamatokoriyama, Nara
Duration: 35 minutes
Visit Jiko-in Temple, a quiet and refined temple where you can enjoy a matcha green tea experience. The simple tea setting allows you to slow down and appreciate traditional Japanese hospitality.
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457 Nishinokyōchō, Nara
Duration: 60 minutes
Continue to Yakushi-ji Temple, known for its impressive layout and restored temple halls. This site reflects the elegance of early Buddhist architecture and plays an important role in Nara’s history.
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13-46 Gojōchō, Nara
Duration: 55 minutes
Explore Toshodai-ji Temple, founded by the monk Ganjin Wajo. The temple is admired for its classic design and historic roof tiles dating back to the Tempyo period.
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3 Chome-5-1 Nijoojiminami, Nara
Duration: Pass-by
On the return journey, enjoy views of the Heijo Palace Ruins and the Suzakumon Gate from the train window, offering a final glimpse of Nara’s ancient capital.
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Aburasakachō, Nara
Arrival
Nishimikadochō, Nara
Arrival
Frequently Asked Questions
No, check-in is not required, and guests should proceed directly to the designated bus stop for boarding.
You must show your reservation confirmation to the driver, and both mobile screens and printed copies are accepted.
Yes, the itinerary, visit order, and sightseeing duration may change due to traffic, weather, or local conditions.
No, departure times vary by boarding location, so guests must confirm their specific departure time in advance.
Temples like Toshodai-ji Temple, Yakushi-ji, and Horyu-ji hold some major historical significance in ancient Japanese culture, some being the oldest structures in both Japan and the world. Some are also quite famous between Chinese and Japanese relations.
Sam H
April 16, 2025
Sam H
April 16, 2025
Absolutely beautiful experience!
Temples like Toshodai-ji Temple, Yakushi-ji, and Horyu-ji hold some major historical significance in ancient Japanese culture, some being the oldest structures in both Japan and the world. Some are also quite famous between Chinese and Japanese relations.