[Kyoto] Two-day tour of Izushi Old Town, Kinosaki Onsen, Ine Boathouse, and Amanohashidate (Departing from Osaka)
- Overview
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- * The Izushi castle town is full of quaint stone-walled alleys and the Tatsukoro bell tower. Stroll through the streets to feel the nostalgic atmosphere.
- * Taste classic Izushi small plate soba noodles. The exquisite combination of five small plates allows you to experience historical flavors.
- * Kinosaki Onsen's old town stretches along the river. Stroll around in a yukata to experience the outer bath tour. The town is as romantic as a fairy tale world under the snow.
- * Ine boathouses are neatly arranged along the bay. The boathouse group observation deck and Ine Café offer tranquil sea views and original ecological beauty.
- * Feed seagulls on a tour boat, feel the sea breeze and boathouse charm, and perfectly experience the bay's slow life.
- * Amanohashidate sandbar pine forest extends vertically, like a flying dragon soaring into the sky. The view from the Monjusan Observatory is magnificent and charming.
- * Chionji Temple prays for academic success, and the rotating bridge brings a fun little surprise at the
- What to expect
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**Izushi x Kinosaki Onsen x Ine Boathouses x Amanohashidate: A Healing Slow Travel Route in Hidden Kansai** This journey is a gentle, slow trip away from the hustle and bustle, immersing yourself in ancient towns and the secret realms of the bay. The first stop is Izushi, known as "Little Kyoto of Tajima," where you can avoid the crowds and wander through quiet stone-walled alleys and ancient temples. The oldest drum tower in Japan, the Shinkoro Tower, gently chimes the time, as if whispering the town's history of thousands of years. Don't forget to taste Izushi Sara Soba, with layers of white porcelain dishes, a classic Izushi flavor and a unique ritual for travelers. Then head to the dreamlike Kinosaki Onsen. The slender willow river, small bridges, and wooden ryokans create the most retro Japanese hot spring town. Stroll through the six outer baths in yukata to experience the unique culture of "Soto-yu Meguri" (hot spring hopping). If it snows, the town instantly transforms into the "Kansai version of Gi