Himeji Castle, Koko-en Garden and Akashi Kaikyo Bridge from Osaka

This full-day walking tour takes you to one of Japan's national treasures: the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Himeji Castle. Leave by rail from Osaka for a visit to the 16th-century castle walls built to resemble a white heron, and explore the Edo-style Japanese gardens of Koko-en (it's also where you'll enjoy lunch). A knowledgeable guide also takes you to the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, the longest suspension bridge in the world, where you can stroll the Maiko Marine Promenade for scenic views.