Amanohashidate Viewpoint ranks among Japan's three most celebrated scenic destinations, sharing this distinction with Matsushima and Miyajima. Located in Miyazu Bay along the Sea of Japan, this 3.6-kilometer sandbar was built up through natural coastal sedimentation and supports roughly 8,000 pine trees interspersed along white sand beaches on both sides. The formation's resemblance to a celestial bridge inspired its name, meaning "heavenly bridge." Chion-ji Temple and Monjudo Hall Chion-ji enshrines Kirito Manjushri, the Bodhisattva of Wisdom, and serves as a focal point for those seeking academic advancement. Its main gate stands as the region's largest. The temple's distinctive fan-shaped divination method carries symbolic weight—when inverted, the fan's widening blade represents gradually improving fortune. Ine Funaya Ine Village earned recognition as one of Japan's 18 most picturesque villages, primarily due to its remarkable boathouses, or funaya, which hover directly over the water rather than sitting on land. More than 230 of these structures line a 5-kilometer stretch of Ine Bay's southern shore, allowing residents to maintain their traditional maritime lifestyle. The setting combines crystalline waters, densely forested hillsides, ever-shifting skies, and the distinctive aesthetics of the brightly painted boathouses—an authentic encounter with coastal Japan that exists nowhere else.
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08:40Tennoji Station (Osaka)
※ We recommend arriving at the meeting point 10 minutes before departure as we will not wait for you after the scheduled time.
09:50Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit - Sightseeing Bus Stop in Front of the Station
※ We recommend arriving at the meeting point 10 minutes before departure as we will not wait for you after the scheduled time.
11:20Amanohashidate Viewpoint· 150 min
Amanohashidate, nestled in Miyazu Bay on the Sea of Japan, is one of the "Three Scenic Spots of Japan," along with Matsushima in Mutsu and Miyajima in Aki. The approximately 3.6-kilometer-long sandbar, formed by coastal sedimentation, is dotted with approximately 8,000 pine trees of various sizes, flanked by white sand beaches to the east and west, creating a unique natural wonder. Its shape, rese
14:30Ine Funaya· 80 min
Ine Village, voted one of Japan's 18 most beautiful villages, boasts unique floating funaya structures, offering a pristine experience not found in tourist destinations. Over 230 funaya structures stretch along a 5-kilometer south-facing coastline of Ine Bay, where residents continue to coexist with the ocean. The crystal-clear sea, deep green mountains, the dramatically changing colors of the sky
18:20Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit - Sightseeing Bus Stop in Front of the Station
The return time is an estimate only. Please note that we may return earlier than scheduled due to factors such as efficient progress of the itinerary or favorable traffic conditions.
19:20Nihonbashi Exit 2
The return time is an estimate only. Please note that we may return earlier than scheduled due to factors such as efficient progress of the itinerary or favorable traffic conditions.
※ Actual timings vary with road conditions on the day.
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- Transport during the tour
- Travel insurance per programme
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Frequently asked questions
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Frequently asked questions
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How long does this tour last?+
The tour runs 1 day with 4 scheduled stops laid out hour by hour.
Where is the pickup?+
Pickup at Tennoji Station (Osaka) · Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit - Sightseeing Bus Stop in Front of the Station. Once your booking is confirmed we'll email the GPS map plus detailed directions.
What's the minimum group size?+
Min 1 guest. If the minimum isn't reached we'll contact you before departure to suggest an alternate date or issue a full refund.
Is a Vietnamese-speaking guide available?+
Our partner offers packages in: English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, English, Including Amanohashidate Cable Car Ticket + Sightseeing Cruise Ticket), Chinese, Including Amanohashidate Cable Car Ticket + Sightseeing Cruise Ticket), Japanese, Including Amanohashidate Cable Car Ticket + Sightseeing Cruise Ticket), Korean, Including Amanohashidate Cable Car Ticket + Sightseeing Cruise Ticket). If you need a dedicated Vietnamese-speaking guide, please leave a note at booking so we can arrange one (surcharge applies).
Can I cancel or reschedule?+
Cancellation terms vary by tour — see the "Additional Information" tab above. Most tours allow free cancellation up to 7 days before departure.
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- •Tours are guided mainly in English; OlaChill provides Vietnamese support via LINE/WhatsApp throughout the trip.
- •In severe weather (typhoon, heavy snow…), a cancellation decision is made by 15:00 the day before departure and sent to your registered email/contact; weather cancellations are fully refunded.
- •Please be on time at the meeting point and every gathering point — the bus does not wait for latecomers; missed portions due to personal reasons are non-refundable.
- •The itinerary and time at each stop may be adjusted for traffic, weather or facility maintenance; in force-majeure cases a stop may be replaced with a comparable alternative.
📌 Other notes5 items · tap to read▾
- •One carry-on bag per guest on the bus; please store large luggage at your hotel or a locker near the meeting point.
- •Infants aged 0–2 without a seat join free; max one infant per adult; children must be accompanied by an adult.
- •Pregnant guests and those with medical conditions should consider carefully: long bus rides, and immediate medical care may not be available on some legs.
- •Lunch is not included unless the tour states otherwise — bring your own or eat at the stops.
- •Change/cancellation terms vary by tour — see the cancellation policy on each tour page before booking. If the tour itself is cancelled for weather/force majeure, you receive a full refund.
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