Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Yao March 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Yao Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Yao.dx179224)[Hotels in Yao](https://expedia.co.uk/Yao-Hotels.d179224.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Yao Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Yao.d179224.Car-Hire-Guide)[Yao Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Yao.d179224.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Yao ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Yao Types of activities [Yao travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Yao.dx179224) ![玉串川　(大阪府八尾市)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179224/336a68b3-cd2a-4241-8114-86d71221868a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179224/336a68b3-cd2a-4241-8114-86d71221868a.jpg) by [JEXP](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:JEXP) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ## Yao Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Yao has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Yao, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Yao with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Yao Yao is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Yao, and make it a breeze to explore Yao and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Yao to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Yao, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Yao. #### Yao attractions Yao has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Yao to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Yao. Looking for things to do in Yao can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Yao or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Yao attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Yao ### Tours & day trips [See all 784 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=179224&location=Yao&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49773415/eacb9cd3-7edd-4f0a-9f65-9d5bb0e7214c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour 9h 10/10 24 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £45 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-kyoto-osaka-kyoto-must-see-spots-nara-park-one-day-tour.a49773415.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto and Nara 1-Day Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/545086/4a2b0d56-59d4-4fe3-8f17-de20de1e9792.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto and Nara 1-Day Bus Tour 9h+ 8.6/10 96 verified reviews Free cancellation available £55 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-osaka-kyoto-kyoto-and-nara-1-day-bus-tour.a545086.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Walking Tour of Osaka's 5 Must-See Sights, with Ramen for Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46297129/30af8214-7127-417b-8a8a-eba3024aaf75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Walking Tour of Osaka's 5 Must-See Sights, with Ramen for Lunch 7h 9.8/10 94 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £52 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/walking-tour-of-osakas-5-must-see-sights-with-ramen-for-lunch.a46297129.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya Sightseeing Full Day Trip from Kyoto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50022866/776d873c-abd1-42af-95d8-4b6833068e55.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya Sightseeing Full Day Trip from Kyoto 9h 9.8/10 20 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/amanohashidate-ine-funaya-sightseeing-one-day-trip-from-kyoto.a50022866.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Kyoto Top Four Highlights Day Trip from Osaka or Kyoto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49879697/36bdb579-88ff-46c5-8fc9-78766050c506.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kyoto Top Four Highlights Day Trip from Osaka or Kyoto 9h 9.4/10 12 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £58 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-osaka-or-kyoto-one-day-sightseeing-tour-of-kyoto.a49879697.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51759340/dc0c344e-665b-4a6e-8cef-90dd5d360b71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour 9h+ 9.6/10 86 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £38 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-osaka-nara-fushimi-inari-taisha-arashiyama-bus-tour.a51759340.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50173821/b771ce3e-fc4b-46c9-8a78-057ee0c87847.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka 8h+ Free cancellation available £89 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/day-trip-to-hiroshima-and-miyajima-by-bullet-train-from-osaka.a50173821.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Nara Deer Park, Uji Matcha, & Hot Spring Full-Day Tour from Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49278566/ee27f25e-43b1-4fe6-b1ba-cc1300ee4eea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Nara Deer Park, Uji Matcha, & Hot Spring Full-Day Tour from Osaka 9h 7.4/10 13 verified reviews Free cancellation available £46 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-daytour-in-osaka-nara-todaiji-temple-and-uji-matcha.a49278566.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Osaka & Kyoto & Nara Top Hightlights English Speaking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50254108/7dda46db-bef2-4ba3-8af4-68c92dc68d58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka & Kyoto & Nara Top Hightlights English Speaking Tour 9h 20m 8.8/10 24 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £40 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-kyoto-nara-top-hightlights-english-speaking-tour.a50254108.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49817188/254a225e-eef6-4ad0-8969-ce0942b90399.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kyoto & Nara & Uji: Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Osaka or Kyoto 9h 9.6/10 18 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £57 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-nara-uji-full-day-sightseeing-tour-from-osaka-or-kyoto.a49817188.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 285 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=179224&location=Yao&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Osaka Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey Through Japan's Kitchen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50333205/43c7ac86-6b4a-46cd-a317-dac2018b6864.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey Through Japan's Kitchen 12h 30m Free cancellation available ~~£3~~£2 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-unveiled-a-self-guided-journey-through-japans-kitchen.a50333205.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![3 Day Japan Highlights Tour: Tokyo, Mt.Fuji, Nara, Kyoto, Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46727087/a390b636-b587-408c-9365-496e3554800b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3 Day Japan Highlights Tour: Tokyo, Mt.Fuji, Nara, Kyoto, Osaka 3d 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £1,802 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3-day-japan-highlights-tour-tokyo-mt-fuji-nara-kyoto-osaka.a46727087.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Osaka 6hr Private Walking Tour with Government Licensed Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1400852/4c9f5a95-2426-4979-8ef2-94edc5596e77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka 6hr Private Walking Tour with Government Licensed Guide 6h 9.6/10 54 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £207 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-6hr-private-walking-tour-with-government-licensed-guide.a1400852.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Osaka Self Guided Audio Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50312533/579f0e80-7e14-4521-adc8-eeb93dd16610.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Self Guided Audio Experience 9h £4 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-self-guided-audio-experience.a50312533.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Osaka Food Quest: Self-Guided Culinary & History Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3887567/bd1f8bb2-cf1d-4db9-b4e1-020a3b4b69bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Food Quest: Self-Guided Culinary & History Adventure 1h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £7 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-food-origins-exploration-game-and-tour.a3887567.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Kyoto & Nara Tour with a Local Guide and Pro Travel Photographer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51656089/6d23a172-b6cf-4030-bcd8-0d036a98d98b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kyoto & Nara Tour with a Local Guide and Pro Travel Photographer 7h Free cancellation available £164 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-and-nara-city-tour-with-professional-photographer-guide.a51656089.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Arashiyama & Nara Highlights: One-Day Private Tour Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2425793/cef63632-b21e-4c52-a520-9794e1b3efb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arashiyama & Nara Highlights: One-Day Private Tour Adventure 8h 10/10 6 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £365 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arashiyama-nara-highlights-one-day-private-tour-adventure.a2425793.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Osaka 4 Hours: Special Sakura Season, Castle, Highlights, Walking](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49281940/bd417898-f503-42e7-bcae-9fbf7a409661.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka 4 Hours: Special Sakura Season, Castle, Highlights, Walking 4h 9.2/10 19 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/same-day-ok-osaka-4-hour-castle-market-walking-tour.a49281940.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Osaka Castle Walking Tour Uncover Samurai History](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51508271/1ef566c4-1a4b-4bbd-9f8c-3da9eef042b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Castle Walking Tour Uncover Samurai History 2h Free cancellation available £23 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-castle-walking-tour-uncover-samurai-history.a51508271.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Explore Osaka Like a Local](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51565162/dadbb0d9-6ca0-46c8-844f-5557a8af0f89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Explore Osaka Like a Local 2h Free cancellation available £23 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/explore-osaka-like-a-local.a51565162.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 259 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=179224&location=Yao&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Osaka: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Walking Tour Private or Group](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45147323/89f1df94-4159-43da-b9d4-5a06446aaec9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka: Hotspots & Hidden Gems Walking Tour Private or Group 3h+ 9.8/10 501 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £34 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-hotspots-and-hidden-gems-guided-walking-tour.a45147323.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Osaka Food Tour: 15 Delicious Dishes & 3 drinks at 5 Eateries](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1225526/0e72d3f8-38e5-4ba7-9aff-18a227b919dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Food Tour: 15 Delicious Dishes & 3 drinks at 5 Eateries 3h 9.8/10 695 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £61 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-food-tour-13-delicious-dishes-at-5-local-eateries.a1225526.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Osaka: Five Must-See Highlights Walking Tour & Ramen Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47937673/8f5e7ca9-7cfb-4c45-90b1-8a58d2bddf42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka: Five Must-See Highlights Walking Tour & Ramen Lunch 7h 9.8/10 59 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £41 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-five-must-see-highlights-walking-tour-ramen-lunch.a47937673.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Deep Backstreet Osaka Tours (Option to add Dinner)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1225529/6d313842-c639-470e-b406-f1e24937d36e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Deep Backstreet Osaka Tours (Option to add Dinner) 3h 9.8/10 289 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £38 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/deep-backstreet-osaka-tours.a1225529.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![From Osaka: Sakai Knife Maker or Blacksmith Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44508977/014a1405-f7e0-41ad-a0d2-44c9bd75060e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Osaka: Sakai Knife Maker or Blacksmith Walking Tour 3h 30m 10/10 18 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-osaka-sakai-knife-factory-and-craft-walking-tour.a44508977.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Osaka Sake Tasting with Takoyaki Cooking](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48077956/749554c9-3d35-49de-8e2d-c9df30f62814.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Sake Tasting with Takoyaki Cooking 2h 10/10 70 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £52 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-sake-tasting-with-takoyaki-diy.a48077956.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Osaka Umeda：PICCADILLY LIVE SHOW & NIGHTCLUB TICKET & Shisha](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52045471/2f54e34b-afd6-4096-aa0d-ff8a4bd41b74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Umeda：PICCADILLY LIVE SHOW & NIGHTCLUB TICKET & Shisha 8/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available £5 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-umeda-piccadilly-live-show-nightclub-ticket-shisha.a52045471.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Osaka Kyoto: Nijo Castle, Nara, Arashiyama, Day Trip by Bus](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52031601/1003c9a5-1788-4e5f-bd05-a09945868121.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Kyoto: Nijo Castle, Nara, Arashiyama, Day Trip by Bus 10h 10/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-kyoto-nijo-castle-nara-arashiyama-day-trip-by-bus.a52031601.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Osaka: Guided Walking Tour with a Native Expert – Top Sights](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48640990/4724c852-ab97-4d57-b6be-2b041c656e05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka: Guided Walking Tour with a Native Expert – Top Sights 4h 9.6/10 224 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £42 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/explore-osaka-highlights-4hrs-guide-born-raised-in-osaka.a48640990.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Absolute Osaka Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/540748/8d720f3a-f8d7-4100-a7bf-01ac1a9ac248.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Absolute Osaka Food Tour 3h 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available £132 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3-hour-night-life-food-tour-in-osaka-with-a-local-expert.a540748.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 140 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=179224&location=Yao&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![From Osaka: Sakai Knife Maker or Blacksmith Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44508977/014a1405-f7e0-41ad-a0d2-44c9bd75060e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Osaka: Sakai Knife Maker or Blacksmith Walking Tour 3h 30m 10/10 18 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-osaka-sakai-knife-factory-and-craft-walking-tour.a44508977.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![【Family Friendly】Traditional Mochi Pounding Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49957245/d70e6918-67dc-4094-90f5-1a734e6fbafe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 【Family Friendly】Traditional Mochi Pounding Experience 1h 10/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £23 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mochi-pounding-and-tasting-for-family.a49957245.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Osaka Sushi Making Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49448464/c97df671-100f-499c-96e8-ea0d07ab4374.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Sushi Making Experience 1h 30m 9.8/10 10 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £21 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-sushi-making-experience.a49448464.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Osaka Shinsaibashi Pearl extraction experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48220486/376a9e0c-09d5-4ad6-9962-73cd382e9666.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Shinsaibashi Pearl extraction experience 30m 9.8/10 7 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £16 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-experience-extracting-pearls-from-akoya-oysters.a48220486.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Osaka: Japanese Traditional Sweets Making and Tea Ceremony](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51760252/7af52ba2-3f0d-48ab-b2a9-52b96aea0edd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka: Japanese Traditional Sweets Making and Tea Ceremony 1h 35m 9.4/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £13 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-japanese-traditional-sweets-making-and-tea-ceremony.a51760252.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Lets make a Japanese hand craft Temari embroidered ball](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47128836/8dd0ef34-7b9e-4dc9-8609-2db362ccd314.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lets make a Japanese hand craft Temari embroidered ball 2h 10/10 12 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £28 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/group-class-for-making-temari-japanese-embroidered-balls.a47128836.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![【For adult】Traditional Mochi Pounding Experience with Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49929805/5bb1274a-2d7d-415c-83c8-c2e468d2169f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 【For adult】Traditional Mochi Pounding Experience with Tasting 1h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £23 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mochi-pounding-experience-in-osaka.a49929805.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Osaka: Wakayama Cat Train, Seafood market, Hot Springs Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51721920/de3c6ffe-5caa-47d0-b430-ab6088daedcd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka: Wakayama Cat Train, Seafood market, Hot Springs Tour 10h 10/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £46 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-wakayama-cat-train-seafood-market-hot-springs-tour.a51721920.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Osaka Craft Experience: Make Your Own Mini Tatami & Ring Case](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49951262/512d58ce-7138-4fe5-b139-9cd2fba7736c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka Craft Experience: Make Your Own Mini Tatami & Ring Case 1h 30m Free cancellation available £12 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cultural-osaka-art-and-craft-class-journey.a49951262.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![OSAKA;Feel the Power! Learn Taiko Drum from Professionals](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48858064/eaf175b7-5105-4cef-a834-5a5edd608502.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### OSAKA;Feel the Power! Learn Taiko Drum from Professionals 1h 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/japanese-drum-experience-in-osaka.a48858064.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ### Spa & wellness [See all 44 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=179224&location=Yao&filter.categories=SpaWellness) ![Japanese Lifting Facial & Body Massage Experience in Osaka 100min](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51001232/142e1e5f-1734-4370-80cc-29ae69de9cd5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Japanese Lifting Facial & Body Massage Experience in Osaka 100min 2h 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available £103 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/japanese-kobido-spa-massage.a51001232.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Osaka: Wakayama Cat Train, Seafood market, Hot Springs Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51721920/de3c6ffe-5caa-47d0-b430-ab6088daedcd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka: Wakayama Cat Train, Seafood market, Hot Springs Tour 10h 10/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £46 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-wakayama-cat-train-seafood-market-hot-springs-tour.a51721920.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![90 Minutes Foot and Oil Massage with Japanese Healing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51249213/50775a05-426a-4a60-9258-8f05f753db23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 90 Minutes Foot and Oil Massage with Japanese Healing 2h Free cancellation available £89 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/90-minutes-foot-and-oil-massage-with-japanese-healing.a51249213.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Arashiyama&Fushimi Inari&Nara Park: Classic One-Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/52003500/9acf8564-007c-4132-a924-67ec845d71f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arashiyama&Fushimi Inari&Nara Park: Classic One-Day Tour 10h Free cancellation available £38 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/arashiyama-fushimi-inari-nara-park-classic-one-day-tour.a52003500.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![traditional Anma Shiatsu massage Reflexology Mix 80min in OSAKA](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51501942/1217e112-51ef-4425-a325-6510868cdaf5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### traditional Anma Shiatsu massage Reflexology Mix 80min in OSAKA 1h 40m Free cancellation available £56 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/traditional-anma-shiatsu-massage-reflexology-mix-80min-in-osaka.a51501942.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Osaka:Bamboo Healing Massage at the Temple <120-min>](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50009618/8b84beb3-d21d-490a-8fc2-864b57e2b3f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka:Bamboo Healing Massage at the Temple <120-min> 2h 30m Free cancellation available £117 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-aroma-massage-with-bamboo-stick-at-the-temple-120-min.a50009618.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Essential Japanese Sculpting Facial (70 min)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51263760/7e757f46-91e4-4ff2-a88c-c9ec8765685a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Essential Japanese Sculpting Facial (70 min) 1h 10m Free cancellation available £77 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/zen-quick-30-minute-japanese-massage-in-osaka.a51263760.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![traditional Anma Shiatsu massage Reflexology Mix 100min in OSAKA](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51501973/cfbd66e0-973d-4483-8ff8-4ae024ea9a2e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### traditional Anma Shiatsu massage Reflexology Mix 100min in OSAKA 2h Free cancellation available £70 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/traditional-anma-shiatsu-massage-reflexology-mix-100min-in-osaka.a51501973.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![Osaka: Samurai Training Experience KENDO in Osaka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51738929/254fc044-32ee-446f-9ea1-5f183f684c91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Osaka: Samurai Training Experience KENDO in Osaka 2h 10/10 6 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £93 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/osaka-samurai-training-experience-kendo-in-osaka.a51738929.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ![150min Full Body and Oil Massage with Japanese Healing Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50783811/a7c2c486-3e1a-4f99-86ba-35f807febf49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 150min Full Body and Oil Massage with Japanese Healing Experience 3h Free cancellation available £132 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/150min-full-body-and-oil-massage-with-japanese-healing-experience.a50783811.activity-details?&rid=179224&location=Yao&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Yao | Number of things to do | 999 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan](/things-to-do/osaka-roaming-internet-with-esim-mobile-data-plan.a49608070.activity-details): £2 | | Top 5 things to do | [Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transport](/things-to-do/universal-studios-japan-theme-park-admission-with-transport.a227085.activity-details)[Osaka: Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO](/things-to-do/osaka-traditional-kimono-rental-experience-at-wargo.a47903859.activity-details)[Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka](/things-to-do/day-trip-to-hiroshima-and-miyajima-by-bullet-train-from-osaka.a50173821.activity-details)[eSIM: Airalo Japan Package](/things-to-do/esim-airalo-japan-package.a46752183.activity-details)[Osaka: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan](/things-to-do/osaka-roaming-internet-with-esim-mobile-data-plan.a49608070.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Absolute Osaka Food Tour](/things-to-do/3-hour-night-life-food-tour-in-osaka-with-a-local-expert.a540748.activity-details)[2026 Osaka Spring Daytime (Cherry Blossom) Food Tour](/things-to-do/2020-spring-osaka-daytime-hanami-cherry-blossom-food-tour.a594265.activity-details)[Osaka Food Tour: 15 Delicious Dishes & 3 drinks at 5 Eateries](/things-to-do/osaka-food-tour-13-delicious-dishes-at-5-local-eateries.a1225526.activity-details)[TeamLab Botanical Garden Osaka Ticket](/things-to-do/teamlab-botanical-garden-osaka-ticket.a50261922.activity-details)[Osaka;UTAGE Modern Japanese Taiko Live Show](/things-to-do/osaka-utage-live-show-japanese-instrument-performance-show.a49878706.activity-details) | | With kids | [Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transport](/things-to-do/universal-studios-japan-theme-park-admission-with-transport.a227085.activity-details)[Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka](/things-to-do/day-trip-to-hiroshima-and-miyajima-by-bullet-train-from-osaka.a50173821.activity-details)[Absolute Osaka Food Tour](/things-to-do/3-hour-night-life-food-tour-in-osaka-with-a-local-expert.a540748.activity-details)[From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto and Nara 1-Day Bus Tour](/things-to-do/from-osaka-kyoto-kyoto-and-nara-1-day-bus-tour.a545086.activity-details)[Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour](/things-to-do/kyoto-osaka-nara-fushimi-inari-taisha-arashiyama-bus-tour.a51759340.activity-details) | ## What to do in Yao --- ### Popular places to visit ![Universal Studios Japan® showing a statue or sculpture and a fountain as well as children](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054124/628ad899-0a9c-4f1f-90a1-e7475b5cef0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Universal Studios Japan 4.5/5(91 reviews) Watch theatrical shows, meet lovable mascots and go on exhilarating rides at this extensive movie-focused theme park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Universal-Studios-Japan-Konohana.d6054124.Attraction) ![Dotonbori showing outdoor art and central business district as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6150665/e2607fc5-b437-44d6-8aea-388e06f4b1df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dotonbori Experience the colorful neon heart of Osaka along this canal, where travelers, couples and entertainment seekers throng the streets. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dotonbori-Minami.d6150665.Attraction) ![Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan showing marine life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502161/21fb291c-f481-479d-b19b-f726df0ac3cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan 4.5/5(78 reviews) Experience the diverse marine ecosystems of the Pacific in this comprehensive aquarium, which hosts otters, penguins, seals and even whale sharks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Aquarium-Kaiyukan-Minato.d502161.Attraction) ![大阪ドーム](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076330/c724f558-47dd-4dc6-a039-00fec3bbd7d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kyocera Dome Osaka 4/5(17 reviews) Catch an event at Kyocera Dome Osaka during your trip to Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kyocera-Dome-Osaka-Nishi.d6076330.Attraction) ![Osaka Castle showing château or palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502143/ce2c4091-937f-410f-8c1d-a3a339589b14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Osaka Castle 4.5/5(217 reviews) Engage with Japan's rich history at this 16th-century site, where dramatic battlegrounds have made way for a peaceful park with cherry trees. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Osaka-Castle-Chuo.d502143.Attraction) ![Tsutenkaku Tower which includes street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076366/3ac71a9c-cb7e-45d6-8b6e-3d8dd95e4a8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tsutenkaku Tower 4/5(89 reviews) Come to marvel at the tower that reaches to heaven and meet Billiken, the god of happiness and good luck. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tsutenkaku-Tower-Naniwa.d6076366.Attraction) ![AKR6HK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6150810/7366b98c-923f-4d09-a7bb-c302f20057aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Nipponbashi 4/5(68 reviews) During your trip to Osaka, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Nipponbashi. While in this walkable area, you can savour the restaurants and cafes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nipponbashi-Osaka.d6150810.Attraction) ![Spa World featuring a pool, rides and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204405/85c0cc26-c459-46a2-9ba5-a71118bb2e61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Spa World 3.5/5(7 reviews) Relax in world culture-themed spas, recharge with medicinal saunas and play around in a water park at this comprehensive health retreat. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Spa-World-Naniwa.d6204405.Attraction) ![大阪咲洲・咲洲コスモスクエア地区](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6103942/02ed1723-a1b6-4faa-8ccd-3aa5c749ee69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Intex Osaka 4.5/5(11 reviews) Learn about the events happening in Intex Osaka during your trip to Osaka. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Intex-Osaka-Suminoe.d6103942.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Yao ![Tsutenkaku Tower which includes markets, a city and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6076366/89445512-2595-4b5f-86c8-043577484734.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Osaka ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Yao worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Yao? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Yao? ### Is three days enough to stay in Yao? ### Is Yao a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Yao with kids? > - [Universal Studios Japan® Theme Park Admission with Transport](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/universal-studios-japan-theme-park-admission-with-transport.a227085.activity-details) > - [Hiroshima & Miyajima by Bullet Train from Osaka](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/day-trip-to-hiroshima-and-miyajima-by-bullet-train-from-osaka.a50173821.activity-details) > - [Absolute Osaka Food Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3-hour-night-life-food-tour-in-osaka-with-a-local-expert.a540748.activity-details) > - [From Osaka/Kyoto: Kyoto and Nara 1-Day Bus Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-osaka-kyoto-kyoto-and-nara-1-day-bus-tour.a545086.activity-details) > - [Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kyoto-osaka-nara-fushimi-inari-taisha-arashiyama-bus-tour.a51759340.activity-details) ### What to do in Yao for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Yao? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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