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Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation

Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation

$136
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transportation
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO

Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO

$31
per adult
Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

$13
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket
Kyoto 5-Star Geisha Night Walk: Small-Group Authentic Experience

Kyoto 5-Star Gion Geisha Walk – Small-Group Authentic Experience

$120
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto 5-Star Gion Geisha Walk – Small-Group Authentic Experience
Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour

Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour

$52
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour
Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour

Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour

$52
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kyoto/Osaka: Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Miyama Day Tour
Kyoto Gion Kimono Rental

Kyoto Gion Kimono Rental

$28
per adult
Kyoto Gion Kimono Rental
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Nara: Hōryū-ji 2 Hours at the World’s Oldest Wooden Building

Nara: Hōryū-ji 2 Hours at the World’s Oldest Wooden Building

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $139 per adult*
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Nara Bar Hopping Tour in Ikaruga

Nara Bar Hopping Tour in Ikaruga

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $126 per adult
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Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

Osaka: teamLab Botanical Garden Entry Ticket

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Free cancellation available
Price is $13 per adult
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Premium Electric Pottery Wheel Experience

Premium Electric Pottery Wheel Experience

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $189 per adult
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Chikatsu Asuka Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Chikatsu Asuka Museum in Kanan. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
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Popular day trips from Kanan

A bustling street with neon signs, a tower, and traditional lanterns.

Osaka

A forested area with a dirt path leading through it.
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Tondabayashi

A hillside covered with vibrant pink azaleas.

Katsuragi

Frequently asked questions

Is Kanan worth visiting?
Offering a blend of nature and history, there's no shortage of things to do in Kanan. While you're here, check out Chikatsu Asuka Museum, a major attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Kanan?
Begin your day with a visit to Chikatsu Asuka Museum and Kashiwara City Historical Museum. Then, explore different areas of Kanan for a quick bite and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Kanan?
Chikatsu Asuka Museum is one of the top tourist attractions in Kanan and should feature high on every sightseeing itinerary of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Kanan?
Three days will be plenty of time to tick off many city attractions, like Chikatsu Asuka Museum, Kashiwara City Historical Museum and Nobeha no Yu. The average stay in Kanan is two days. If you feel the urge to extend your vacation, Osaka isn't far away.
What are some activities to do in Kanan with kids?
Planning what to do in Kanan with kids has never been easier. Whether you're vacationing with teenagers or toddlers, there are plenty of family-friendly sights to keep them busy here.

What to do in Kanan for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food connoisseur or adventure seeker, there are loads of things to do in Kanan for adults including Chihayaakasaka Road Station and Road Station Kanan.
Are there free things to do in Kanan?
In Kanan, Chikatsu Asuka Museum is an unmissable spot for anyone wanting to tour the city without opening their wallet. Also, wander around the local parks and neighborhoods, and ask for tips from a local tour guide. It's an easy way to find out about the best free things to do in Kanan.