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[From Osaka] Okayama & Kurashiki Full Day Tour
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[From Osaka] Okayama & Kurashiki Full Day Tour is a 11-hour experience in Osaka, Japan, from $39500 per person. It scores 47 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 47 / 100
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- Duration
- 11 hours
- From
- $39500 per person
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 G
What you get
- National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter
- Sushi Making Experience & Lunch (Only if you select "With Lunch" Option)
- Admission fees and transportation costs included in the tour
About this experience
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.
What's included
Included
- National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter
- Sushi Making Experience & Lunch (Only if you select "With Lunch" Option)
- Admission fees and transportation costs included in the tour
Not included
- Fees other than those listed in Includes
- Sushi Making Experience & Lunch (Only if you select "No Lunch" Option)
What you'll see and do
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 Center where you will meet fellow travelers from Osaka and Okayama
Pass by without stopping
Hop on the charming Okayama Electric Tramway at Okayama Station! After a quick 4-minute ride to Shiroshita Station, walk to Okayama Korakuen Garden
15 minutes here · Admission included
Okayama Korakuen Garden
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 neighboring Okayama Castle is also known as "Crow Castle" due to its black exterior, and is quite spectacular when viewed from across the garden.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Head to Okayama Station by tram and on foot
5 minutes here · Admission 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 colorful vegetables on sushi rice. Then savor 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.
85 minutes here · Admission included
Take the JR local train from Okayama to Kurashiki
25 minutes here · Admission 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.
30 minutes here · Admission included
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.
60 minutes here
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.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Osaka
Hotel Granvia Osaka 1F in front of elevator, not the 19th floor with front desk. An assistant will guide participants to the Shin Osaka Station Shinkansen platform, but will not board the Shinkansen.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
No guide will accompany you from Okayama Station to Hiroshima Station. Upon arrival at Hiroshima Station, please head to your next destination on your own.
Ends at
No guide will accompany from Okayama Station to Shin-Osaka Station. Upon arrival Shin-Osaka station please head to your next destination on your own.
Options you can book
[NO Lunch] End in Hiroshima
No lunch: Sushi making experience and lunch are NOT included. There will be time allotted for the Okayama Station. From Osaka, ends in Hiroshima: This plan departs from Osaka and ends in Hiroshima.
[With Lunch] Osaka Round Trip
Lunch: If you would like a lact-obo vegetarian meal, please indicate them when booking. On the day of the tour, can NOT be changed. Please note: vegan, allergy-friendly, halal, gluten-free, and other meal requests are not available.
[With Lunch] End in Hiroshima
Lunch: If you would like a lacto-obo vegetarian meal, please indicate them when booking. On the day of the tour, can NOT be changed Please note: vegan, allergy-friendly, halal, gluten-free, and other meal requests are not available. From Hiroshima Station: No drop-off service to hotels will be provided. Please head to your next destination on your own from Hiroshima Station.
[NO Lunch] Osaka Round Trip
No lunch: Sushi making experience and lunch are NOT included. There will be time allotted for the Okayama Station.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Wed, Fri
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- JTB Global Marketing & Travel Inc.
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation 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 transportation 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
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Good to know
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Wed, Fri
- Price range
- $39500 to $49500
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by JTB Global Marketing & Travel Inc., who run 52 experiences we rank across 8 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 66.6.
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[From Osaka] Okayama & Kurashiki Full Day Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Osaka.
How much does [From Osaka] Okayama & Kurashiki Full Day Tour cost?
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Prices start at $39500 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Osaka usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does [From Osaka] Okayama & Kurashiki Full Day Tour take?
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Plan for about 11 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Osaka is not rushed.
Is [From Osaka] Okayama & Kurashiki Full Day Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 47 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Osaka, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule [From Osaka] Okayama & Kurashiki Full Day Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is [From Osaka] Okayama & Kurashiki Full Day Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book [From Osaka] Okayama & Kurashiki Full Day Tour?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Osaka can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Osaka and add a light layer if any part of the 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does [From Osaka] Okayama & Kurashiki Full Day Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Osaka within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Osaka?
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On Outty we rank every Osaka experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Osaka Go Karting Tour with Funny Costume, Ultimate Osaka Walking Tour: Castle, Dotonbori, Gems & Lunch, Sushi Making Osaka Roll and Authentic Japanese Sushi Class. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Osaka?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Osaka?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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