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Miyama’s Thatched Village Winter Lantern Festival
Escape the city and discover the magical winter beauty of Miyama Kayabuki no Sato, a traditional Japanese village nestled in the mountains north of Kyoto. Famous for its beautifully preserved thatched-roof houses, this charming village offers a rare glimpse into Japan's traditional countryside. Experience the enchanting Miyama Snow Lantern Festival (Yukitouro), where over 900 handmade snow lanterns and 18 illuminated thatched-roof houses create a breathtaking winter atmosphere. Make your own
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Overview
- ✓Escape the city and discover the magical winter beauty of Miyama Kayabuki no Sato, a traditional Japanese village nestled in the mountains north of Kyoto.
- ✓Famous for its beautifully preserved thatched-roof houses, this charming village offers a rare glimpse into Japan's traditional countryside.
- ✓Experience the enchanting Miyama Snow Lantern Festival (Yukitouro), where over 900 handmade snow lanterns and 18 illuminated thatched-roof houses create a breathtaking winter atmosphere.
- ✓Make your own snow lantern using tools provided free of charge and enjoy the magical sight of the village glowing after sunset.
- ✓Along the way, stop at Miyama Megumi Milk Studio, known for its delicious locally produced dairy products, including fresh milk and soft-serve ice cream.
Escape the city and discover the magical winter beauty of Miyama Kayabuki no Sato, a traditional Japanese village nestled in the mountains north of Kyoto. Famous for its beautifully preserved thatched-roof houses, this charming village offers a rare glimpse into Japan's traditional countryside. Experience the enchanting Miyama Snow Lantern Festival (Yukitouro), where over 900 handmade snow lanterns and 18 illuminated thatched-roof houses create a breathtaking winter atmosphere. Make your own snow lantern using tools provided free of charge and enjoy the magical sight of the village glowing after sunset. Along the way, stop at Miyama Megumi Milk Studio, known for its delicious locally produced dairy products, including fresh milk and soft-serve ice cream. With convenient round-trip transportation from Osaka or Kyoto, this limited-season experience combines traditional Japanese culture, beautiful winter scenery, and a memorable lantern festival in one unforgettable day.
Escape the city and discover the magical winter beauty of Miyama Kayabuki no Sato, a traditional Japanese village nestled in the mountains north of Kyoto. Famous for its beautifully preserved thatched-roof houses, this charming village offers a rare glimpse into Japan's traditional countryside. Experience the enchanting Miyama Snow Lantern Festival (Yukitouro), where over 900 handmade snow lanterns and 18 illuminated thatched-roof houses create a breathtaking winter atmosphere. Make your own snow lantern using tools provided free of charge and enjoy the magical sight of the village glowing after sunset. Along the way, stop at Miyama Megumi Milk Studio, known for its delicious locally produced dairy products, including fresh milk and soft-serve ice cream. With convenient round-trip transportation from Osaka or Kyoto, this limited-season experience combines traditional Japanese culture, beautiful winter scenery, and a memorable lantern festival in one unforgettable day.
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What’s Included
- ✓In-vehicle air conditioning
- ✓Visit to Miyama Kayabuki no Sato and Snow Lantern Festival
- ✓Local taxes
- ✓Snow lantern-making experience (free tools provided)
- ✓Real-time multilingual translation support, including English and Chinese
- ✓Pickup from designated meeting points
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Gratuities
- ✗Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✗Food and Drink
- ✗Personal expenses
What to Bring
- •Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- •Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- •Infants aged 0–2 can join free of charge without a separate seat.
- •Osaka Umeda: Meet at 11:50 AM in front of Hearton Hotel Nishiumeda.
- •Osaka Namba: Meet at 12:20 PM at JR Namba Station OCAT 1F.
- •Kyoto: Meet at 1:35 PM at Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit Bus Terminal, in front of Kyoto AVANTI.
- •Please arrive at the designated meeting point on time. The bus will not wait for late passengers.
- •Only collapsible strollers are accepted and must be stored in the bus luggage compartment.
- •The itinerary may change due to weather, traffic, or other unforeseen circumstances.
- •Seat numbers will be assigned on the day of departure.
- •Real-time translation support is available in 75 languages. Please bring your own earphones.
Meeting and Pickup
🚐Meet at start point
📍 Meeting point / start
Bus departs at 13:45 from Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit, in the tourist bus parking area infront of Kyoto AVANTI. Meeting time: 13:35 You'll see staff wearing yellow attire with a sign "LIMON". Please check this link for pickup point map: https://limonbus.box.com/s/g0up92qy224vq5hqh694b4ixhcax78ev
🏁 End point
Bus departs at 13:45 from Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit, in the tourist bus parking area infront of Kyoto AVANTI. Meeting time: 13:35 You'll see staff wearing yellow attire with a sign "LIMON". Please check this link for pickup point map: https://limonbus.box.com/s/g0up92qy224vq5hqh694b4ixhcax78ev
Good to know
- Guide languages
- Korean, Chinese, Japanese, English
- Book at least
- 1 day(s) before
- Children
- Must travel with an adult
- Ages
- Infant 0–2 · Child 3–12 · Adult 13–99
- Ticket
- If you face any difficulties while going to the meeting point, you can access this link below https://limonbus.livecall.jp/?locale=en (English, Chinese, Korean available). Our emergency call center available from 30 minutes before the departure time until 18:30 everyday. Since we only have 1 line for each language, there's a high possibility that our call center will be busy during the departure time. Therefore, please come to the pick up point with a spare time.
- Cancellation
- If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Tour options
- Umeda - Osaka Departure: Bus: Round-trip transportation Description: Bus-only plan Includes: Bus fare / transportation Excludes: Lunch and entrance fees are not included
- Kyoto Departure: Bus: Round-trip transportation Description: Bus-only plan Includes: Bus fare / transportation Excludes: Lunch and entrance fees are not included.
- Namba - Osaka Departure: Bus : Round-trip transportation, Description: Bus-only plan Includes: Bus fare / transportation Excludes: Lunch and entrance fees are not included.
Itinerary
3 h
This village will be covered in snow and they only lit up the lanterns for a week. You can make your own snow lantern and it will be light up around 17:15. Please note that the bucket for making snow lantern is a rental goods, and not for sale. There will be many stalls where you can buy foods and drinks.
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