Enjoy a springtime journey through Nara, visiting two of Japan’s most celebrated seasonal sights. Admire the breathtaking Yoshino Senbonzakura, one of the country’s most iconic cherry blossom destinations, then experience the beautiful contrast of yellow rapeseed flowers and soft pink sakura at the historic Fujiwara Palace Ruins. Complete your day with a relaxing Italian lunch buffet at Novotel Nara.
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The Highlight
- Yoshino Senbonzakura – Visit one of Japan’s most prestigious cherry blossom destinations, famed nationwide for its thousands of sakura trees.
- Fujiwara Palace Ruins – Enjoy the striking spring scenery where bright yellow rapeseed flowers contrast beautifully with blooming cherry blossoms.
- Novotel Nara Lunch Buffet – Savor a generous buffet featuring over 30 Italian and international dishes.
- Naramachi Free Time – Stroll freely through the nostalgic streets of Naramachi, the historic old town of ancient Nara.
The Experience
Yoshino Senbonzakura – Japan’s Most Celebrated Cherry Blossom Destination
- Yoshino has long been regarded as one of Japan’s finest cherry blossom viewing spots. Known as “Hitome Senbon,” the mountainsides are covered with approximately 30,000 wild cherry trees in full bloom, transforming the entire landscape into a breathtaking sea of soft pink.
Stress-Free Access by Bus Tour
- During the peak cherry blossom season, Yoshino becomes extremely crowded. A bus tour offers the most convenient and comfortable way to visit—no private car restrictions, no parking concerns, and direct access to the sightseeing bus parking area without the need to transfer to shuttle buses.
Enjoy an Extended Cherry Blossom Season
- Cherry blossoms begin blooming from the lower area (Shimo-senbon), followed by Naka-senbon and Kami-senbon, allowing visitors to enjoy hanami over a relatively long period.
Typical Best Viewing Periods:
- Shimo-senbon: Late March to Early April
- Naka-senbon: Early to Mid-April
- Kami-senbon: Mid-April
Please note: Tours operate regardless of bloom conditions. Bloom timing may vary depending on weather.
Fujiwara Palace Ruins – Enjoy the striking spring scenery where bright yellow rapeseed flowers contrast beautifully with blooming cherry blossoms.
- About 2.5 million rapeseed flowers bloom across the fields, creating a stunning scene beautifully enhanced by cherry blossoms.
Typical Best Viewing Periods:
- Rapeseed flowers: Early to mid-April
- Cherry blossoms: Early April
Novotel Nara Lunch Buffet – Savor a generous buffet featuring over 30 Italian and international dishes.
- Enjoy an Italian lunch buffet featuring approximately 30 dishes, including daily rotating main courses such as original pizzas and pasta made with Yamato pork and locally sourced Nara ingredients.
Buffet Menu
- Pasta
- Original pizza
- Desserts, and more ※Menu items are examples only and may vary depending on the season.
Leisurely Stroll Through the Charming Old Town of Naramachi
- In the historic district of Naramachi, traditional townhouses dating back to the Edo period line the streets, while narrow, winding alleys create a nostalgic atmosphere. The area is dotted with temples and shrines such as the World Heritage–listed Gango-ji Temple, as well as cafés and specialty shops that make use of the traditional townscape.
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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 is responsible for transactions related to your travel at the sales office, handling your travel arrangements. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the explanations provided by the staff about this travel contract, please do not hesitate to contact the above-mentioned 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
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- Japanese
Itinerary
- Include: Lunch
- 09:00Depart from Umeda (Meeting time: 8:45 / Departure: 9:00) ※Please gather at least 15 minutes before departure.
- Naramachi Area (Free time to stroll through the nostalgic streets of the historic Naramachi district / approx. 70 minutes)
- Novotel Nara / Trattoria Ponte Nara (Italian lunch buffet featuring Yamato pork and locally sourced Nara ingredients, approx. 50 dishes / approx. 80 minutes)
- Fujiwara Palace Ruins (Enjoy the beautiful contrast of rapeseed flowers and cherry blossoms / approx. 30 minutes)
- Yoshino Senbonzakura (Free time to explore one of Japan’s most famous cherry blossom destinations, known as “Hitome Senbon” / approx. 90 minutes)
- 18:10Return to Umeda (Approx. 18:10)
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How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
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 tour will operate regardless of the blooming conditions of cherry blossoms or rapeseed flowers. (Yoshino Mountain – Typical best viewing periods: Shimo-senbon: late March to early April; Naka-senbon: early to mid-April; Kami-senbon: mid-April. Fujiwara Palace Ruins – Rapeseed flowers: early to mid-April; cherry blossoms: early April.)
- Blooming periods are based on data from past years and may vary depending on weather conditions.
- We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and easy-to-walk shoes.
Important Booking Information
Important Notes During Bus Tour
- Please refrain from drinking alcohol on the bus.
- Members of the odd-numbered group may need to share seats with other passengers on the bus.
- As stipulated by Japanese law, please wear your seat belt on the tour bus.
- Please remain seated and avoid walking while the tour bus is moving.
- Seating on the bus is assigned by H.I.S staff. Please do not change your seat during the tour.
- Please be punctual and arrive at the designated meeting place on time. The bus will depart on time and will not wait for latecomers.
- 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.
- Avoid sticking the sticker on leather goods, as it may leave marks.
- Do not use the seat reclining function or adjust the seat settings.
- Please set all electronic devices, including mobile phones and game consoles, to silent mode.
- Talking on mobile phones and making video calls are prohibited on the tour bus.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited on the tour bus.
- Arrival times at each sightseeing spot may vary depending on traffic conditions.
- The use of drones for filming or other purposes is prohibited during the tour.
- Please do not use perfume, sprays, or change baby diapers on the bus, as it may disturb other passengers.
- Manage your valuable belongings yourself.
- After the tour, please take all your trash with you and do not leave any on the bus.
- Ensure you do not forget or leave any personal belongings on the bus after the tour.
- 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.
- 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.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 11 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 8 ~ 10 day(s) of departure, will charge 20%
- Cancel during 2 ~ 7 day(s) of departure, will charge 30%
- Cancel on 1 day(s) before departure, will charge 40%
- Cancel on activities date, Non-refundable (0% refund)
