8 Best Minoh Falls Day Trips from Osaka
Late November is peak for the maples around Minoh Falls, and the riverside trail is busy then for good reason. The walk is about 40 minutes each way on a paved path, so most people manage it fine; buy a bag of momiji tempura, fried maple leaves, for the way back.
Discover the tranquil beauty of Minoh, Katsuoji Temple, and Minoh Falls on a guided full-day tour from Osaka, blending culture and nature for an authentic experience.
Most Popular★ 4.9“Warren was amazing. Patient, thorough, explained the history and other interesting facts as well. Was definitely a great experience at Katsuoji Temple. Highly recommend if you're doing this tour to request for Warren. Minoh Falls and Katsuoji is pretty, old and new and surrounded by…”
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172 reviews6.5 hoursFrom $135by Machinovate Japan Ltd.
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Discover the natural beauty of Minoh on a guided forest walk, admire Japan’s famous waterfall, and enjoy a traditional local lunch—all just 30 minutes from Osaka.
★ 4.9“This was a fantastic tour and Ko is a fantastic guide. We had a genuine experience in a beautiful part of Japan and I highly recommend it.”
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48 reviews4 hoursFrom $73by Japan Exploration Tours JIN
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Visit Katsuo-ji and Minoo Park on a small-group day trip from Osaka, with comfortable transport, flexible stops and a scenic walk to the falls.
★ 4.9“Itinerary: Amazing, simply wonderful!”
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28 reviewsFrom $46.25
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Discover the perfect blend of nature and culture with this half-day tour from Osaka, exploring Minoh Waterfall and Katsuo-ji Temple for $51.
★ 4.7“Toshi was an excellent guide! He took us to several spots on the way to the waterfall that were unique, local favorites. He was extremely personable and made sure we had fun together. Minoh falls and Katsuoji were beautiful and having Toshi there only improved…”
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27 reviews4 hoursFrom $47by Cornwall Ltd
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Discover Osaka’s highlights on an e-bike adventure to Minoh Falls and Katsuoji Temple, combining scenic views, cultural sights, and local flavors for an unforgettable half-day trip.
★ 5.0“This e-bike tour in Minoh was an absolute highlight of the trip! It was the perfect way to see the beautiful Minoh Falls and Katsuoji Temple. The e-bikes were high quality and the guide, Jonathan, was fantastic!”
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25 reviewsFrom $34.43by Minoh Cycles - E-Bike Rentals & Guided Tours
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Discover the breathtaking beauty of Minoo Park in Osaka. Immerse yourself in nature, explore serene trails, and witness the mesmerizing waterfall. Click now for an unforgettable adventure!
★ 5.0“A beautifiul walk through amazing scenery. Well worth the effort (it's a long walk). Sachiyo, my guide was lovely and informative, and helped to trim down the timeline as I needed to get back earlier than originally planned. Highly recommended!”
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24 reviewsFrom $91.96by Trip Designer Inc.
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Discover Japan's natural beauty and spiritual sites on this guided tour from Osaka, visiting Katsuoji Temple, Minoo Waterfall, and Ryuanji Temple for an authentic experience.
★ 5.0“I booked the tour even though, Im not fluent in spanish. Manuel made sure multiple times that I understood everything and he even made a postcard for my friend who couldnt come (its one of the activities at the temple to stamp a postcard). It…”
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16 reviews6 hoursFrom $76by Benzaitentours
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Traverse Osaka's hidden gems on a captivating journey of customizing Daruma dolls and experiencing the natural splendor of Minoh Falls, an adventure that promises an unforgettable connection to the city's rich culture.
★ 5.0“this tour was really great. it is somewhat of a long ride via bus and train to get there but having the guide to navigate it eliminated all the stress. we absolutely loved the tour if katsuo-ji temple in december. the weather was perfect. the…”
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12 reviewsFrom $149.58by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
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