Amanohashidate, Ine Boathouses & Miyama Thatched Village Day Tour

Itinerary 

The following itinerary is for reference only. The specific attractions, visiting order, and duration may be adjusted according to actual conditions on the day of travel.

07:20 | Osaka | Start Your Wonderful Journey

Meeting Point Pickup/Drop-off Package:
07:20 Nipponbashi Exit 2 (Namba & Shinsaibashi Area)

Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before departure. The tour will depart on time without waiting for late arrivals.

09:50 | Ine Town

▼ Ine Boathouses – “The Venice of Japan” & One of Japan’s Most Beautiful Seaside Villages
(Approx. 60 mins | Free walking or cycling. Bicycle rental at your own expense)

Ine has been selected by Japanese locals as one of Japan’s 18 most beautiful villages. It is famous for its unique waterfront boathouses stretching approximately 5 km along Ine Bay, with over 230 traditional boathouses still standing today—the largest concentration in Japan.

The people living here continue a lifestyle closely connected to the sea. The crystal-clear waters, lush green mountains, ever-changing sky, and traditional wooden boathouses create a breathtaking natural palette found nowhere else in Japan. This peaceful fishing village offers an authentic atmosphere far from the crowds.

Recommended Spots During Free Time:

☕ Funaya Biyori
A scenic observation and cultural exchange facility featuring a café, restaurant, and tourist information center. It’s one of Ine’s most talked-about hidden gems.
(Closed on Wednesdays)

☕ INE CAFE
A stylish seaside café with modern Japanese design, floor-to-ceiling windows, and postcard-perfect views of Ine Bay.

🏠 Traditional Funaya Visit
The unique structure of Ine’s boathouses features a boat garage on the first floor and living quarters above.

▼ Ine Bay Sightseeing Cruise (Optional, pay on-site)
(Approx. 25 mins | Included within Ine free time)

Enjoy a relaxing cruise around Ine Bay and feed seagulls from the upper deck.

Reference Fare:

• Adults: JPY 1,200

• Children (6–12): JPY 600

• Seagull feed: JPY 100 per pack

Departures are every hour and half-hour.

Important:
Eagles are common in the area. If you notice eagles nearby, stop feeding immediately and secure your food to avoid injury.

11:30 | Amanohashidate

▼ Amanohashidate – One of Japan’s Three Scenic Views
(Approx. 2 hours, including free time for lunch. Meal not included)

Often ranked among Japan’s most iconic landscapes, Amanohashidate is a 3.6 km sandbar lined with approximately 8,000 pine trees, stretching across Miyazu Bay.

Its name means “Bridge to Heaven”, as its shape resembles a pathway rising into the sky.

Recommended Activities:

🚠 Amanohashidate View Land
Take the cable car or monorail to the mountaintop observatory for the famous “Flying Dragon View.”
(Optional ticket: JPY 1,000)

⛩️ Chionji Temple
A historic temple dedicated to wisdom and academic success.

🌊 Beach Walk & Sandbar Stroll
Enjoy a peaceful walk through pine forests and along white sandy beaches.

💖 Amanohashidate Shrine
A small shrine known for blessings related to love and relationships.

15:00 | Miyama

▼ Miyama Kayabuki no Sato – Kyoto’s Traditional Thatched Village
(Approx. 40 mins | Free exploration)

This preserved thatched-roof village is one of Japan’s three major traditional thatched-roof settlements, alongside Shirakawa-go and Ouchi-juku.

About 40 traditional thatched houses remain, many still inhabited today. The village offers a peaceful, timeless atmosphere reminiscent of Japan’s Edo period.

Must-See Spots

📮 The Famous Red Postbox
The iconic photo spot of Miyama.

🍦 Miyama Milk & Ice Cream
A local specialty not to be missed.

🏛️ Miyama Folk Museum
Learn about traditional Japanese rural life and architecture.

15:40 | Return Journey

Begin the return trip to Osaka.

Return time is for reference only and may vary depending on traffic and tour conditions.

17:40 | Osaka

Arrival at Nipponbashi Exit 2 Area

Tour ends upon arrival. Thank you for joining us.

🛍 Shinsaibashi & Dotonbori Highlights

Shinsaibashi: Osaka’s most famous shopping street, featuring department stores, drugstores, specialty shops, and character stores such as Hello Kitty and Disney. Many shops offer Chinese-speaking staff and accept UnionPay cards.

Dotonbori: The heart of Osaka’s food culture, lively day and night. Famous for takoyaki, okonomiyaki, ramen, traditional izakayas, and popular restaurants such as Kani Doraku.

Drop-off Notes

• Guests with meeting-point packages may end the tour directly.

• Guests with hotel pick-up packages will be transferred back to their hotel or accommodation via arranged shuttle.

Travel Information

【This tour allows free luggage. Please inform us of the number of luggage items in advance when booking.】

1. Once the booking is confirmed, the travel date cannot be changed. Any losses incurred due to changes must be borne by the guest.

2. Please provide complete and accurate information at the time of booking (full name, number of participants, phone number, email address, and pick-up location) to avoid errors that may affect the itinerary.

3. Please carry your passport and valuables with you at all times. Any loss, theft, or damage shall be borne by the guest.

4. Elderly guests, guests with cardiovascular conditions (such as high blood pressure or heart disease), and pregnant women are advised to travel with a companion.

5. Guests under 18 years old are not permitted to book this tour alone. A legal guardian must book and participate together.

6. This is a shared fixed-route tour. Guests are required to follow the scheduled stop times at each attraction and comply with the driver-guide’s arrangements.

   • If you prefer a more flexible itinerary, please refer to our private charter services.

   • Please arrive at the designated pick-up point on time. Late arrivals will not be waited for.

   • This product cannot be refunded, rescheduled, transferred to another departure, or joined midway. If you fail to participate due to personal reasons, the loss shall be borne by yourself.

7. If a guest fails to participate or leaves the tour early due to personal reasons or lateness, no refund will be provided.

8. Guests who leave the group during the tour will be deemed to have voluntarily terminated the service, and no refund will be issued. Any resulting personal injury or property loss shall be the guest’s own responsibility.

9. Arrival times may vary due to traffic conditions, weather, holidays, or crowd levels. Delays or cancellations caused by these or other force majeure factors are non-refundable.

10. Please wear comfortable clothing and suitable walking shoes.

11. Please comply with Japanese laws and regulations. Do not carry prohibited items to avoid legal issues.

12. During free time, guests are responsible for their personal safety and belongings. Any accidents or losses caused by failure to follow advice shall be borne by the guest.

Important Tour Notes

Due to the unpredictability of traffic conditions, weather, holidays, or crowd levels, arrival times at attractions may change.
According to Japanese law, a driver’s maximum working time is 10 hours per day. To ensure safety and stable operations, the itinerary may be adjusted as necessary, including shortening visit times or canceling certain attractions.

We sincerely ask for your understanding and support regarding any such adjustments made in the interest of safety. In cases involving the above or other force majeure factors, we regret any inconvenience caused. Refunds will not be provided under these circumstances, as this policy is implemented to protect both drivers and passengers and ensure smooth tour operations.

Force Majeure Includes but Is Not Limited To

• Natural disasters: earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, floods, typhoons, etc.

• Traffic incidents: road accidents, severe congestion, etc.

• Weather conditions: heavy snow, rainstorms, dense fog, etc.

• Government regulations: emergency orders, traffic controls, etc.

• Medical emergencies: sudden illness or injury of a guest or group member

• Social events: strikes, protests, social unrest

• Mechanical failures: vehicle breakdowns or malfunctions

Cancellation & Refund Policy

• More than 3 days before departure (excluding the departure date): 100% refund

• 2–3 days before departure (including those days): 50% refund

• 1 day before departure or on the departure date: No refund