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From Kyoto Premium Kobe Beef and Himeji Castle Bus Tour

By LIMON and Yui Olivia
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Overview

*The photos of Himeji Castle are of Courtesy of Himeji City

Enjoy gourmet food and culture on this one-day trip from Kyoto. In the morning, board our deluxe bus and enjoy complimentary drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) served by our bus attendant.
For lunch, savour an exquisite Kobe beef meal at a restaurant that raises its own cattle. Afterwards, visit the majestic Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site, guided by a local expert.
After a memorable day, we will accompany you by bus to Himeji Station and provide you with a train ticket to return to Kyoto or Osaka on your own (ticket included in the price).

  • Transport by deluxe bus from Kyoto to Himeji
  • Enjoy an authentic Kobe beef meal from a local restaurant
  • Visit Himeji Castle with an English-speaking guide
  • Return to Kyoto or Osaka by train on your own (train ticket included)
Activity location
  • Nishiwaki
    • Nishiwaki, 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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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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    Transport by deluxe bus from Kyoto to Himeji
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    Bottled water
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    WiFi on board
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    Himeji Castle entrance fee & guided tour
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    Complimentary soft drinks and alcoholic drink service on board
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    Amenities
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    Air-conditioned vehicle
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    High-quality Kobe Beef Lunch
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    Bathroom on board
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    Train ticket from Himeji to Kyoto or Osaka
  • 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
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Travellers 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 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 travellers 20 years old and above. Minor travellers 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.
  • Please be aware that Himeji Castle has many steps. Additionally, you will be required to remove your shoes inside the castle, so we recommend bringing a pair of socks.
  • You may leave this tour upon the arrival at Himeji Station.

Activity itinerary

Nishiwaki
  • 1h 30m
Restaurant Tatsuki receives fresh meat daily from its meat shop ensuring the best condition for serving. They provide customers with the best Kobe Beef, as they raise the cattle on their farm, sell the meat, and cook it at their own restaurant. The meat they serve is almost 100% Kobe Beef. They focus on the quality and freshness of the meat, and the chef prepares the sauce according to his own recipe. You will enjoy different cuts of excellent Kobe Beef in their Yakiniku-style dining.
Himeji Castle
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Visit Himeji Castle, a World Heritage Site, with an experienced English guide. Himeji Castle is one of the 12 original castles in Japan that remains untouched by war and natural disasters, preserving its traditional appearance. Explore the same floors that samurai once walked 400 years ago and immerse yourself in the atmosphere while listening to our special guide's castle trivia that even locals don't know.

Location

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

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