Bus Tour from Nishinomiya to a 130-Year-Old Traditional Inn for a Tamba Meal [Nishitsu PR]

Starting from Umeda, just 15 minutes by train from Nishinomiya at the fastest, it looks like there’s going to be a day-trip bus tour to Tanba in July.

Here it is↓

The departure date is July 4 (Sat). It’s a delicious little day trip where you can hop over from Nishinomiya by train, enjoy an excellent Japanese lunch at a 130-year-old culinary ryokan, and come back the same day〜🍱

The Star of the Tour Is the Seasonal Gozen Meal at Harimaya Culinary Ryokan🍱

The highlight this time is the gozen meal at “Harimaya,” a long-established culinary ryokan with a 130-year history, quietly tucked away in Sannan-cho, Tanba City! And even better, you can choose your favorite from three different styles of dishes. There’s something mysteriously satisfying about the occasional luxury lunch, isn’t there〜

Here it is↓

*Dishes shown are examples

Actually, Mr. Wada from Be Wave, who planned this tour, is someone with ties to Nishinomiya who also worked on the previous sake brewery tour. This time too, apparently thinking, “Photos alone can’t show how good this is!”, he actually went all the way to Harimaya and tried all the dishes himself. He says it’s a culinary ryokan that made him genuinely feel, “This is a luxurious lunch that’s beautiful in both flavor and presentation. I want lots of people to experience it.” It honestly makes us happy that he went and confirmed it by eating it himself〜

The Ride Is Fun Too! A Local Tanba Guide Comes Along🚌

This tour won’t leave you bored during the ride either. A veteran local guide who knows Tanba inside and out will ride along on the bus and share special Tanba stories you won’t find in guidebooks👴

Here they are↓

There’s something charming about that, isn’t there〜. Hearing stories only locals would know while you’re on the move is one of the best parts of a bus trip.

Nishitsu Readers Get Gelato Too🍦

And here’s some great news for Nishitsu readers🎫

Normally, the early-bird bonus “Tanba original gelato” is only for people who apply at least one month in advance. But Nishitsu readers can receive it as a special gift just by saying “I saw it on Nishitsu” when applying〜🍦We’re grateful for that too〜

Highlights of This Tour

• Departs from Umeda (in front of Osaka Station), as little as 15 minutes by train from Nishinomiya🚃
• The highlight is the seasonal gozen meal at Harimaya, a 130-year-old culinary ryokan (choose from 3 options)🍱
• Nishitsu readers get a Tanba gelato gift by saying “I saw it on Nishitsu”🍦
• Includes a visit to the Tanba Dinosaur Museum🦕
• A medicinal herb dyeing experience where you can make your own original piece🌿
• A local Tanba guide rides along on the bus, making the journey fun too👴
• Almost the entire itinerary is indoors, so it’s comfortable even in extreme heat or rain☀️☔
• Operated with a bus equipped with a restroom🚌
• Solo participants are welcome👍
• The tour is already confirmed to run, so you can book with peace of mind◎

FAQ: Things You Might Be Wondering

Enjoy a Summer Day Trip from Nishinomiya to Tanba〜

If you haven’t made summer plans yet, definitely check this out〜. Since the tour is already confirmed to run, those still on the fence can book with peace of mind. Applications close once capacity is reached, so don’t wait too long〜🍱

Tour Details

Final Thoughts

A quick train ride from Nishinomiya, no need to drive, a luxurious gozen meal at a 130-year-old culinary ryokan, plus a dinosaur museum and medicinal herb dyeing before heading home. It sounds like the kind of summer day trip you don’t usually get to imagine〜. And as a Nishitsu perk, it even comes with gelato🍦 A cool and comfortable Tanba trip on a hot day is a rare find. Definitely give it a look〜.