• 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.

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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Information about Tour
Place of departure and destination: From Osaka to Nara
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 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.
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