Day Trip from Osaka: Himeji Castle Cherry Blossoms & Strawberry Picking

One of Japan’s Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots: Enjoy cherry blossom viewing at World Heritage Himeji Castle.

• Within the castle grounds, approximately 1,000 cherry trees, including Somei Yoshino, are planted. A favored location for cherry blossom viewing in Himeji is Sannomaru Square, situated directly in front of the main keep and accessible to the public at no cost. This open area, just beyond the Otemon Gate, presents stunning views of cherry blossoms against the backdrop of the iconic castle.

One of the largest farms in the area: Enjoy all-you-can-eat strawberry picking at Nagashio Farm.

• Indulge in all-you-can-eat freshly harvested strawberries for around 30 minutes. The farm cultivates four types: Beni Hoppe, Beni Queen, Akihime, and Kaorino. Only one variety of strawberry will be available for picking each day, which will be announced on site.

Akashi’s kitchen: Enjoy street food tasting and shopping at Uonotana Shopping Street.

• Affectionately known as “Uontana,” Uonotana Shopping Street features around 100 shops that offer fresh seafood like Akashi sea bream and Akashi octopus, along with various processed seafood items.
• Discover local Akashi specialties and sample street food that is unique to the region.

Information about Tour

• Place of departure and destination: From Osaka to Hyogo
• Number of days of travel: 1 day
• Means of transportation: Bus
• Name of bus company: International Motor Vehicles Osaka or equivalent
• Meal(s): Lunch 1
• Minimum number of passengers to operate: 20
• Number of GUIDE: 1

Tour Operator Information

• Company Name: H.I.S. Co., Ltd.
• Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team
• Address: Mainichi Intecio 16F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN
• Registration No: No. 724 by the Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency
• Membership: Full Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)

Contact Information

• Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team
• Address: Mainichi Intecio 15F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN
• Tel: +81- 50-1745-1444
• Opening hour: 10:00~18:00
• (Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)

General Travel Services Manager:

Eri Tomiyama

The Tour Operations Manager oversees transactions related to your travel at the sales office and manages your travel arrangements. If you have any inquiries or concerns regarding the information provided by the staff about this travel contract, please feel free to reach out to the aforementioned Tour Operations Manager.

Please read and understand the Terms and Conditions below.

• Travel Terms and Conditions: Domestic Package Tours
• Travel Agency Terms and Conditions: Section of Package Tour Contract

Highlights

• Experience cherry blossom viewing at World Heritage Himeji Castle, recognized as one of Japan’s Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots.
• Visit Nagashio Farm, one of the largest farms in the region, for an all-you-can-eat strawberry picking experience.
• Indulge in a lunch buffet with approximately 40 different dishes at Kobe Port Tower Hotel.
• Explore Akashi’s culinary scene with street food tasting and shopping along Uonotana Shopping Street.

Itinerary

• Umeda (Meet at 8:45 AM, Depart at 9:00 AM)
• Nagasio Farm (Enjoy all-you-can-eat strawberry picking! / Approx. 30 minutes)
• Port Tower Hotel (Lunch buffet with approximately 40 varieties! / Approx. 60 minutes)
• Uontana Shopping Street (Shop at Uontana, Akashi's food capital! / Approx. 40 minutes)
• Himeji Castle (Around Sannomaru Square) (Enjoy the contrast between the beautiful World Heritage castle and the cherry blossoms / Approx. 90 minutes)
• Umeda (Around 6:30 PM)

Price Details

Included

• Admission fee
• Air-conditioned bus
• Round-trip transportation
• Lunch

Not included

• Expenses not mentioned

Important Information

Important Notes During Bus Tour

1. Please refrain from drinking alcohol on the bus.

2. Members of the odd-numbered group may need to share seats with other passengers on the bus.

3. As stipulated by Japanese law, please wear your seat belt on the tour bus.

4. Please remain seated and avoid walking while the tour bus is moving.

5. Seating on the bus is assigned by H.I.S staff. Please do not change your seat during the tour.

6. Please be punctual and arrive at the designated meeting place on time. The bus will depart on time and will not wait for latecomers.

7. Latecomers who wish to rejoin the group will be responsible for all transportation fees.

8.Please wear the sticker provided by the tour guide visibly.

9. Avoid sticking the sticker on leather goods, as it may leave marks.

10. Do not use the seat reclining function or adjust the seat settings.

11. Please set all electronic devices, including mobile phones and game consoles, to silent mode.

12. Talking on mobile phones and making video calls are prohibited on the tour bus.

13. Smoking is strictly prohibited on the tour bus.

14. Arrival times at each sightseeing spot may vary depending on traffic conditions.

15. The use of drones for filming or other purposes is prohibited during the tour.

16. Please do not use perfume, sprays, or change baby diapers on the bus, as it may disturb other passengers.

17. Manage your valuable belongings yourself.

18. After the tour, please take all your trash with you and do not leave any on the bus.

19. Ensure you do not forget or leave any personal belongings on the bus after the tour.

20. For fruit-picking tours, please note that fruit is to be consumed only on the farm. Bringing it home in your own bag is strictly prohibited.

21. If you fail to follow these regulations and cause a disturbance on the bus, you may be asked to leave the bus, even during the tour.

Purchase Notice

• This tour is a Japanese tour. The tour conductor will provide language support using a translator (Pocket Talk).
• This is not a private tour; you will enjoy the tour with other guests.
• If the minimum number of participants (20) is not met by (14) days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date might be canceled.
• The entrance fee to Himeji Castle is not included in the tour price. If you wish to enter Himeji Castle, please pay the entrance fee on site.
• Depending on your arrival time, you may not be able to enter the castle tower.
• The tour will proceed regardless of the cherry blossom blooming situation.
• A strawberry picking fee of 500 yen will be charged for children aged 1 and 2 on the day of the trip.
• The buffet menu is subject to change according to the season.

How to Use

Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.

Cancellation Policy

• 11 or more day(s) before the activity date: 0% cancellation fee
• Between 8 and 10 day(s) before the activity date: 20% cancellation fee
• Between 2 and 7 day(s) before the activity date: 30% cancellation fee
• 1 day(s) before the activity date: 40% cancellation fee
• On the activity date: 100% cancellation fee