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Universal Studios Japan
There are thrilling rides themed around Hollywood's superstar movies, fantastic performances by popular cartoon characters, and more, so everyone can have fun! Featuring the world's first Nintendo theme park, experience the world of Super Mario in an immersive way! Festive limited parades and float tours! Everyone is a protagonist in this enthusiastic parade where everyone is full of passion and vigor! Universal Studios Japan (“USJ”) in Osaka is one of the world's five Universal Studios theme parks, which opened for business in 2001 and is a classic and wonderful world of fun in the hearts of many visitors. It is similar in design to Universal Studios Orlando in the U.S., with popular parks such as Jurassic Park, Hollywood, and Waterworld, and more than 60 fun-filled attractions. With these attractions, you can enjoy a day of fun and entertainment at Universal Studios Japan. Universal Studios Japan is also home to popular themed IP parks such as “Super Nintendo World (Mario/Super Mario)”, “Minion Park” and “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter”. Whether it's interacting with the minions, riding on Mario Kart, or traveling through the Wizarding World of Hogwarts, it's an unforgettable experience that is full of excitement. △“Super Nintendo World” is the world's first Nintendo theme park built by Nintendo in cooperation with Universal Studios Japan. With the globally popular Super Mario as the protagonist, the game's Kuba Castle, Princess Brigitte's Castle, and the Mushroom Kingdom are reproduced 1:1 in a super-realistic way, providing immersive experiences of the world of Super Mario! △The “Freeze Ray Sliders” and “Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem” will get you involved in a huge farce and heat wave with the minions! The Minions have finally fulfilled their ambitions! All of humanity will be a part of the mayhem at the Minion Park! △Embracing a variety of areas with unique characteristics, wonderment and surprise, Universal Studios Japan covers a whole spectrum of world-class entertainment through thrilling rides and shows themed on blockbuster Hollywood movies, as well as seasonal events for all ages to enjoy. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ will reproduce the world from the Harry Potter™ stories, bringing it to life on a phenomenal scale at Universal Studios Japan.Osaka · 49.2 km from Yoshino
Kinpusen-ji
Yoshino · 3.1 km from downtown
Nara Park
Nara Park is a historic city park in Nara City, Japan, opened in 1880 and famous for its herds of free-roaming deer. The park features expansive lawns, lush trees, and scattered ponds and streams, and is home to a large number of deer designated as natural monuments. The deer often forage and play on the grass, and will also approach visitors. There are stalls in the park selling deer crackers, which visitors can purchase to feed the deer. When feeding the deer, it is best to take one piece at a time and put the food away promptly after feeding to avoid teasing the deer by holding the crackers for too long. The park is backed by the Mt. Kasuga Primeval Forest and is surrounded by a rich natural environment, with unique scenery in each of the four seasons. In spring, fresh greenery contrasts with cherry blossoms; in the fall, you can enjoy the autumn leaves; and on ordinary days, it is also suitable for strolling along the lawns and forest paths. Tobihino is an open lawn where you can often see deer moving about freely. Historic buildings and cultural heritage sites such as Tōdai-ji, Kasugataisha Shrine, and Kohfukuji Temple are located around the park, blending natural scenery with the atmosphere of the ancient capital. Every February and August, Kasugataisha Shrine holds the Mantoro (Ten Thousand Lanterns) festival, where the stone lanterns along the approach and the hanging lanterns are lit one by one, creating a tranquil and traditional night view.Nara City · 32.2 km from Yoshino
Kashihara Jingu
Kashihara Shrine is located in Kashihara City, Nara Prefecture. According to Japanese myths and legends, Kashihara Shrine is also regarded as a sacred place by the Japanese. Historical background In Japan, although shrines and shrines are both places of Shintoism, they are two different concepts and believe in different characters. A shrine is a house that worships and worships various gods in Shintoism. The shrine is dedicated to ancestors and some big figures who have promoted Japanese history.Kashihara · 12.2 km from Yoshino
Oka Temple
The temple sits on a hillside east of Asuka and houses some rather old statues and a three-story pagoda.Asuka · 8.8 km from Yoshino
Tanzan Jinja
Tanshan Shrine is a famous place for maple viewing in Japan. There are more than 3,000 maple trees here. When it comes to the golden autumn season, the main hall of the shrine is really beautiful under the reflection of maple red. In fact, Tanzan Shrine not only has beautiful autumn scenery, but the shrine itself is also a very famous cultural ancient building in Japan. It is worth mentioning that the 13-story pagoda in the shrine is the only 13-story pagoda in the world. It was built in 678, and what we see now is what it looked like after it was built in 1532.Sakurai · 7.7 km from Yoshino
Osaka Castle Park
Osaka Castle Park is located in the center of Osaka. The iconic view in the park is Osaka Castle tower, along with Nishinomaru Garden where you can enjoy seasonal flowers and Osaka Castle Plum Grove. It also has well-equipped public facilities such as a softball field, outdoor music hall, and rugby/soccer field. Osaka Castle Park is lush with vegetation, and during the flower season, groups of visitors come to enjoy the scenery. Scenery varies with the seasons Osaka Castle Park is surrounded by various vegetation and planted with numerous trees. Cherry blossoms are everywhere in Nishinomaru Garden, and you can also enjoy night cherry blossoms in spring. The plum grove has thousands of plum trees with many varieties. There is also the peach garden in the north and the stunning red leaves of the memorial forest. Its ever-changing scenery throughout the seasons captivates countless travelers. Stone walls and moats The massive stone walls built with huge rocks are a symbol of the impregnable Osaka Castle of the Tokugawa shogunate. The moat is 70-90 m wide, with towering stone walls on both sides, often exceeding 20 m in height. Travelers visiting the site are all amazed by the grandeur of the architecture. Osaka Castle Main Tower (Osaka Castle Museum) The Osaka Castle Main Tower standing in the park is very famous. You can enjoy a panoramic view of the city from the top floor of Osaka Castle Main Tower. Other facilities Osaka Castle outdoor music hall and Osaka Castle gymnasium often host concerts. In addition, there are sports facilities such as an archery range and a dojo.Osaka · 44.3 km from Yoshino
Tsubosaka-dera
Takatori · 5.5 km from Yoshino
Ishibutai Tumulus
The Ishibutai Tumulus can be considered Asuka's landmark, being one of Japan's largest square-shaped ancient tombs. Completely devoid of covering soil, the tomb blends seamlessly with the surrounding rocks, resembling a massive stone stage—hence its name. It's believed this site may be the burial place of Soga no Umako, a powerful statesman from the Asuka period. Here, a passageway leads to the burial chamber, though it has long been empty—looted during the Kamakura period. What makes this ancient tomb remarkable is its massive ceiling stone weighing approximately 77 tons, far beyond human capability alone. This engineering feat vividly showcases the advanced civil and transport technologies of the early 7th century.Asuka · 8.4 km from Yoshino
Asuka Ji
Asuka · 9.8 km from Yoshino
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Free things to do in Yoshino
Nara Park
Nara City · 32.2 km from YoshinoKashihara Jingu
Kashihara · 12.2 km from YoshinoOsaka Castle Park
Osaka · 44.3 km from Yoshino
Mount Yoshino
Yoshino · 4.6 km from downtown
Umeda Sky Building
Osaka · 48.1 km from Yoshino
Yoshino Jingu
Yoshino · 1.7 km from downtown
Shinsekai
Osaka · 43 km from Yoshino
Fujiwara Palace Site
Kashihara · 12.5 km from Yoshino
What travelers say about Yoshino
Ganbileg0409October 23, 2026
5.0
Had a great time with my family it was way better than disney land
Universal Studios Japan
Jason EggJune 29, 2026
5.0
Nara Park is a beautiful place to enjoy nature and experience one of Japan’s most famous attractions. The friendly deer roaming freely throughout the park made the visit unique and unforgettable. Feeding the deer with special crackers and watching them bow before receiving food was a fun experience. The park is spacious, with peaceful walking paths, large green lawns, and beautiful scenery. I also enjoyed visiting the nearby temples and shrines, which added to the cultural experience. The atmosphere was relaxing, especially in the morning when there were fewer crowds. It is a perfect place for families, couples, and photographers. I highly recommend visiting if you are looking for a mix of nature, history, and memorable interactions with the famous Nara deer.
Nara Park
沐沐汎November 15, 2019
5.0
A very good scenic spot, the scenery is also very beautiful, leisurely and contented
Kashihara Jingu
翱翔的大鲨鱼July 7, 2020
4.0
Okadera Temple is located on a high ground and is a bit far from Okadera Station. It is hard to describe the beauty of the triple-storied pagoda of Okadera Temple. It is amazing. Although the journey is long, it is still worth it when you get to it.
Oka Temple
艾思文June 15, 2016
4.0
Talk Mountain Shrine is at the foot of Talk Mountain in Nara County. It needs about one kilometer to walk. It feels very tired, especially when climbing up the mountain.
Tanzan Jinja
CrendelleeOctober 20, 2026
5.0
The castle is must a visit. Purchasing tickets from Trip ahead made the visit very convenient. We don't need to queue and we entered the castle immediately.
Osaka Castle Park
可不可以都重来January 22, 2018
4.0
This temple is known as the oldest official temple in Japan. Although I don’t understand what an official temple is... But if you go there in March or April, the cherry blossoms in the temple are in full bloom, and the ancient temple is particularly beautiful.
Asuka Ji
