2025 Ikoma Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

#DomesticTravelRecord 🥗《Nara/Ikoma》 I was curious about lunch at Nyabinghi~🤤 I made plans to go to Ikoma, so I made a reservation right away✨ (Lunch reservations are required) The restaurant is located in Ikoma Shinchi🙌 A cafe with all private rooms that was renovated from an inn. The interior is filled with musical instruments and posters, and has a unique atmosphere that mixes reggae and Japanese styles🇯🇵🇯🇲🪇✨ The first floor is like a general store, and the eat-in space is on the second floor☺️ I'm also happy that there's a kotatsu😍✨ (They'll lend you a chanchanko if it's cold!) There's only one type of lunch. Lunch course with 10 vegetarian dishes🥗 The small bowls on the round tray are amazing✨✨ You can enjoy a variety of flavors and it's delicious😍 The baked dessert was also really good✨ I wish I'd bought some takeout! It's a private room so you can relax◎✨ Ikoma has a lot of nice cafes, I highly recommend Nyabinghi☺️🪇 —————————— ✔︎ Natural Vegetarian Nyabinghi Address | 12-9 Monzencho, Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture Open | 12:00-17:00 Closed | Tues-Thurs Access | Take the cable car from Kintetsu Ikoma Station to Hozanji #wintertravel #nara #sightseeinginnara #narafood #ikoma #nara #japan #winterdestinations #0yentravel

#amusement Between Osaka and Nara, if you have enough time, it's really good to take your children to play. The top of the mountain is cool and there are not many people. There is an observation deck in the west, where you can overlook the panoramic view of Osaka City. The tickets of the park are divided into free-play tickets and time-counting tickets. It is very cost-effective for children to choose free-play tickets. They can play any one they want, and each item can also be played repeatedly. Adults can buy tickets, unlimited number of people, 12 tickets. Because if the children are not very old, some projects must be accompanied by adults.

A cute retro amusement park on Mt. Ikoma, a popular spot for outings from Osaka 🎡 It takes about 40 minutes from Shin-Osaka Station to Ikoma Station, then about 15 minutes by cable car up the mountain to reach this amusement park 🎢 It's on top of a mountain, so the view is great and it feels great 😆 Admission is free 👀 You can purchase a multi-ride ticket for the attractions and divide them up by the number of people ❕ The attractions that make you feel nostalgic, the characters, the color schemes, everything is cute 🤍 There are many rides that even small children can ride, so it's recommended not only for families with children, but also for dates and outings with friends 😁🫧 #OsakaTourism#Ikoma #Mt.IkomaAmusementPark #AmusementPark

#OsakaTravel #NaraTravel #Osaka #Ikoma #OsakaSuburbs I want to introduce a neighborhood called 【Ikoma生駒】 to those who want to feel the quiet Japan while taking a quiet walk, rather than the lively and noisy tourist spots of Osaka! It is located on the border of Osaka and Nara, and you can feel the atmosphere of Japan in the 80s✨ After getting off at Kintetsu Ikoma Station, If you walk uphill for about 20 minutes and climb the stairs, you will see streets and scenery with a nostalgic feel☺️ (In summer, it is recommended to take the train, Torii-mae Station → Hozanji Station) You will see cafes, restaurants, and ryokans with a nostalgic feel one by one If you go up further, you will come across Hozanji Temple! If you go up even further, there is Ikoma Sanjo Amusement Park at the top of the mountain! The temple is in the mountains, so it feels a little eerie! The stairs of Hozanji are especially magnificent and beautiful in person, so I highly recommend you visit😆 📍Kanwaku Ikoma 〒630-0266 1-1, Monmae-cho, Iwakura City, Nara Prefecture

Location: Ikoma-shi, Nara Prefecture Ikoma-san Amusement Park If you're looking for a feeling like you've returned to the retro era! Please visit Ikoma in Nara. This area is also famous for its cat cable car! It's closer to Todai-ji Temple in Osaka, so transportation is convenient. If you take the cable car up and enjoy the view of Ikoma-san Amusement Park, you'll feel like you've entered a space in a cartoon👍🔥 #JapanTravel

This small shrine for praying for safe transportation is located at Hozanji Station on the Kintetsu Ikoma Cable Car. It is located on the north side of the station at the [Hadairyuoji Temple], and it seems to be located in the station. When taking the cable car to Mt. Ikoma, get off at Hozanji Station and transfer to another cable car, and you will see the Hachidai Ryuoji Temple. It was built in September 1953 to pray for the safe operation of the cable and the safety of the workers, and it has been guarding the safety of this cable car traffic. #Japan #JapanTravel #Shrine #Nara #Cable Car

When I'm in Osaka, I honestly prefer Ikoma Sanjo Amusement Park over Universal Studios Japan! It's incredibly easy to get to from Osaka by train, making it a perfect day trip. This place is truly a charming children's park, and it's so beautifully maintained. Perched on top of Mount Ikoma, it offers fantastic views of both the Nara Basin and the Osaka Plain. It's not just for kids either; it's a nostalgic spot that many adults can enjoy too. Why I Love It: Accessibility: It's a breeze to reach from Osaka! Just take the Kintetsu train to Ikoma Station, then transfer to the adorable themed Ikoma Cable Car up to Ikoma Sanjo Station, which drops you right at the park's entrance. The cable car ride itself is part of the fun! Family-Friendly & Quaint: Unlike the massive, often overwhelming crowds at larger theme parks, Ikoma Sanjo has a more relaxed, gentle atmosphere. It's geared towards families with younger children, offering classic rides that evoke a sense of nostalgia. Stunning Views: Being on a mountaintop, the park boasts incredible panoramic views. You can see the vast Osaka plain stretching out, and even parts of Kyoto and Nara on a clear day. If you visit when it's open at night during summer, the night view is spectacular! "Retro" Charm: While it might not have the cutting-edge thrills of USJ, its older, well-maintained rides have a charming, retro feel that makes it feel unique and special. For those who appreciate simpler pleasures and a less hectic environment, it's a wonderful escape. For anyone looking for a more relaxed, family-friendly, and uniquely Japanese amusement park experience near Osaka, I highly recommend checking out Ikoma Sanjo Amusement Park! #Osaka #Japan #JapanTravel #IkomaSanjo #MountIkoma #AmusementPark #FamilyFun

🗓️ Itinerary Management: 【Day 1】 Hozanji Temple → Ryokan 【Recommended Spots】 1. Ikoma Mountain Hozanji Temple (Ikoma Shoten) 📍 Location: 1-1 Monzencho, Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture, 630-0266 A Sensational Approach✨ Amazing Scenery❗️ Walking along the long approach, you’ll reach the main hall and Kankiten-sama✨. Burn incense and head to the inner sanctuary. This path is also magnificent❗️ While walking, a large black swallowtail butterfly guided the way☺️. In front of the inner sanctuary hall, there was a Miyama stag beetle⁉️ It was truly a spot that purified the body and soul😊. 【Recommended Cuisine】 1. Mahara Chaya 📍 Location: 14-1 Monzencho, Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture, 630-0266 Many international visitors were there☺️. Enjoy Asian cuisine🥘 like spice curry🍛 while taking in the view. 【Recommended Hotel】 Ikoma no Yado Shiroyama Ryokan 📍 Location: 15-12 Monzencho, Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture, 630-0266 Breathtaking views❗️ Relax in the hot springs♨️ while enjoying the night scenery✨. At night, you can admire the night view from your room while savoring craft beer🍺✨.

#JulyTravelSupport #Hozanji 📍Hozanji On the way down after visiting Hozanji, when my legs and mind were a little tired, a teahouse door quietly opened. There was no big sign or fancy exterior, but as soon as I opened the wooden door, I felt warm breath inside. An old wooden table, a window frame with traces of time, and an old lady sitting quietly. While waiting for a cup of matcha, I felt like the noisy world outside the door was getting farther and farther away. The matcha was bitter and warm, and the small confectionery that came with it was as refreshing as my mood that day. This place was not just a place to drink tea, but a place to stop and catch my breath. In this quiet teahouse following the prayer at Hozanji, I was finally able to slow down the pace of my trip. #TheBest #Ikoma

Japan's first cable car, over 100 years old, is located in Ikoma, a suburb near Osaka. With the Kintetsu Rail Pass, you can ride the cable car for free! Experience authentic Japanese retro vibes and capture stunning photos. This cable car takes you to Hozanji Temple and Ikoma Sanjo Amusement Park. The cable car's mascots, Buru and Mike, add to the fun. When they pass each other during operation, you can hear their unique voices, making the ride even more enjoyable.

📍Hozanji Upon arriving at **Hozanji (宝山寺)** via the Ikoma Cable Car, the temple left a strikingly unique first impression. Despite being a temple, it exuded an atmosphere reminiscent of a shrine. The countless stone statues, red lanterns, hand-shaped amulets, and coins scattered throughout created an aura that felt like stepping into another realm. Within the temple grounds, there was a large Buddha statue adorned with intricate details, and the prayer space filled with the rich scent of incense was particularly memorable. It was a place that naturally evoked a desire to pray earnestly, feeling more like a **'spiritual space'** than a traditional temple. What stood out the most was the air of strong energy that seemed to permeate the quiet mountain surroundings. Hozanji felt less like a typical tourist destination and more like a place to visit when seeking inner peace and clarity.

#JulyTravelSupport #MonzenjoStreet 📍MonzenjoStreet The road to Hozanji, **Ikoma Monzenjo Street (門前町通り)** is a short but deep-felt alley. Small tea houses, old souvenir shops, and temple supplies shops with a faint scent of incense line the alley, and the Japanese atmosphere where time seems to have stopped flows along the stone path that is good for walking slowly. There aren't many tourists, but thanks to that, I was able to see the sight of the elderly people in the neighborhood taking a leisurely stroll. There were traditional rice cakes and matcha ice cream sold at a small snack shop in the middle of the road, so it was a good place to take a short break, and the red lanterns and temple bells became more and more distinct as I got closer to the end of the alley, which was really nice. I recommend it to those who want to feel the 'old streets' of Japan quietly without the crowds. #TheBest #IkomaTravel

#JulyTravelSupport #Hozanji 📍Hozanji Temple **Hozanji (宝山寺)**, located on the slope of Mt. Ikoma, is a temple with a unique atmosphere where nature, faith, and tradition come together. When you take the cable car from the train station, you will be greeted by a scenery that feels like entering a mystical world. The grounds are quite spacious, and the atmosphere with red lanterns and the strong scent of incense shows the Japanese tradition of mixing Shinto and Buddhism. Although it is a Buddhist temple, it also has a shrine-like feel, so it had a unique and mysterious charm. If you go up the stairs, you will see a wide open view, a five-story pagoda, and a large Buddha statue, and there were even small spaces where you could throw amulets, ema, and coins, all meticulously decorated. It was a meditative place where you could calm your mind rather than a tourist attraction. The quiet atmosphere created by the mountains, fog, and temple will remain in your memory for a long time. #TheBest #Ikoma

#JulyTravelSupport #DaishiDo 📍DaishiDo Ikoma DaishiDo (生駒大師堂) can be found by climbing up the quiet forest path on the side of Mt. Ikoma. This place, a little further up from Hozanji, is a solemn and quiet space where locals visit and pray rather than tourists. The large Buddha statue and temple structure in front are impressively built, both grand and delicate, and they look like they are in harmony with nature. The spacious grounds have a five-story pagoda, a small shop selling amulets, a pond, and stone steps, so it was nice to take a quiet walk, and the sound of the wind chimes swaying in the wind calmed my mind. It's not far from the city center, but it has a mysterious atmosphere that makes you feel like you've entered another world. If you visit Mt. Ikoma, I definitely recommend visiting it. #TheBest #Ikoma

#Overseas travel This time, I went on a 2-day, 1-night trip to Osaka with my 5-year-old daughter, and this is the place I really wanted to go~ #Ikoma Sanjo Amusement Park The opening hours are short, but it's small and full, so even if you invest only 2 hours, it's enough~ There was only about an hour until closing, but there was no waiting at all, so I used up all 12 rides. The rides I highly recommend are the Sky Plane and the Bicycle. You can feel your heart pounding and see Osaka and Nara at a glance~ The sunlight is strong, so a hat, parasol, and sunglasses are a must!! #OsakaAmusementPark #IkomaSanjo

🎡 Ikoma Sanjo Amusement Park 🎢 📍 Location 2312-1 Nabata, Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture, Japan Located near Osaka in Ikoma, this amusement park boasts a rich history. Ikoma Sanjo Amusement Park is situated at a high altitude, offering breathtaking views for visitors. There is no entrance fee, but ride tickets are available for 3,500 yen for 10 tickets. The rides are surprisingly fun, making it a great spot for thrill-seekers! ✅ Filled with retro charm and adorable attractions, along with stunning views of the Osaka and Nara plains. ✅ A family-friendly amusement park in the mountains, suitable for both children and adults. Recommended for spending at least half a day leisurely exploring.

#summervacay At one of the rides, a staff member first asked us in simple Chinese where we were from, and then the Japanese broadcast welcomed guests from Beijing. When we finished the ride and were about to get off, the elderly gentleman asked my child if they wanted to ride again. My child nodded, and he immediately invited our whole family to ride again for free! He even quietly slipped the previous tickets back into my husband's hand and made a "shush" gesture 🤫. It turns out that human kindness and friendliness truly transcend language barriers. These moments of being treated with such tenderness made me believe that no matter where you go, kindness and love are never absent. #IkomaSanjoAmusementPark #IkomaSanjo

Transportation Guide 🚇 Getting there from Osaka is super convenient! You can take the Kintetsu Line, such as from Osaka Namba Station on the Kintetsu Nara Line, and get off at "Ikoma Station." The journey takes less than an hour. After exiting the station, follow the navigation and walk about 3 minutes to "Torii-mae Station," where you can hop on the adorable "Dog and Cat Cable Car." Midway, transfer to the cake-themed mountain cable car to reach "Ikoma Sanjo Station," which is near the amusement park. You can also use Google Maps to plan the best route. Highlights 🎡 Ikoma Mountain Amusement Park is located between Osaka and Nara, making it a great destination for family outings. Admission is free, and there are over 20 attractions, including pedal monorails, spinning swings, happy kangaroos, mini pirate ships, water gun shooting, and more, which are especially friendly for young children. The park also features the famous "Sunset Coaster," offering views of Osaka Castle on clear days. Facilities are well-equipped, with information desks, restaurants, small shops, nursing rooms, and plenty of child-friendly restrooms. The scenery changes with the seasons—spring brings blooming cherry blossoms, creating a sea of flowers, while other seasons offer stunning views of Osaka and Nara's urban and natural landscapes. Bring your little ones to Ikoma Mountain Amusement Park and start a joyful adventure!

Local attractions - basically they are crowded with people, so you can choose not to go unless necessary. Hotels - Choose one that is 1 to 2 stations away from the central area. Food and restaurants - Most of the food is good, the key is the price. Shopping Guide - You can buy almost anything in the Umeda shopping district. Summary: Places suitable for children are far away from places adults want to go, so you need to plan ahead.

🏖️Overview: The Yata Hills are a collective name for a series of hills that run from the village of Ikaruga, located in the north of the Nara Basin🦌, north to south, with a length of about 13 km and an altitude of about 200 to 300 m. At the center of the hills is Mt. Matsuo🗻, which has an altitude of 315 m, and the highest point is the northern point of Yata Pass, which is 340 m above sea level🗻, which can be reached by climbing west from Yata Temple. There are also historic temples on each mountain. 💞Reasons why we recommend it: We climbed Mt. Yata and Mt. Matsuo. Each mountain has ancient Japanese temples🛕, Yata Temple and Matsuo Temple, which were founded in the Asuka to Nara periods. In particular, Yata Temple is famous for its hydrangea🪻 flowers, and please note that an entrance fee💰 is only charged during the period when these flowers bloom. In spring ☘️, elementary school students use it for school trips, so the hiking trail is very well maintained 🧹. You can see the Nara Basin 👀 from Kunimi Dai Observatory, and it is recommended to have a meal 🍙 here. 📍Location: Yatadera Temple: 3506 Yatamachi, Yamatokoriyama City, Nara Prefecture Matsuo-dera Temple: 683 Yamadamachi, Yamatokoriyama City, Nara Prefecture 📍Access: Yatadera Temple: From Kintetsu Koriyama Station 🚌, take the Nara Kotsu bus to Yatadera Temple, get off at the Yatadera-mae bus stop, and walk for about 10 minutes Matsuo-dera Temple: From the east exit of JR Yamatoji Yamato-Koizumi Station to Kintetsu Koriyama Station, take the Nara Kotsu bus or Kintetsu Koriyama to Koizumi Station East, get off at the Matsuo-deraguchi bus stop, and walk about 2 km #Domestic Travel Strategy #Yatadera Temple #Yata Hills

The Ikoma Sanjo Cable Car is a cable car that connects five stations from Toriimae Station, which is directly connected to Ikoma Station, 20 minutes from Osaka Namba Station, to Ikoma Sanjo Station. It is operated by Kintetsu. The first thing that stands out about cable cars is their incline. It's completely different from the trains you usually ride. From the rear window, you can experience the thrill of almost sliding down. I got on the train close to the last train of the night. Ikoma Sanjo Amusement Park, which is directly connected to Ikoma Sanjo Station, had already closed, but from there I had the beautiful Osaka night view all to myself. #Spring0yenTrip

It's a narrow mountain road, but at the end of it 🫢 there is a very stylish restaurant... From soup to dessert, all the dishes are made with seasonal ingredients, so you can enjoy a different menu no matter what season you go, and the luxurious courses are full of attention to detail Everything was delicious ♡ You can enjoy a meal in the middle of nature with the pleasant sounds of birds chirping and the wind, and it was a digital detox...it was really the best ✨ Reservations are required for meals, but no reservations are required for the cafe It's on a narrow slope, so please be careful when driving ⛺️MAHO-ROBA forest 📍Location: 569-5 Ogurajicho, Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture #Spring0yentrip #Naratrip #Ikoma #mahoroba

The cable car at Mt. Ikoma in Nara is a must-see experience for family travelers and landscape enthusiasts. In addition to being practical, this cable car is also popular for its cute animal design and is known as the "Smiling Cable Car." The carriages designed in the shape of rabbits and dogs allow every passenger to feel childlike fun and joy, and are especially attractive to family tourists and children. The cable car departs from Ikoma Station and slowly climbs to the top of Mt. Ikoma. The scenery along the way changes with the altitude, and each season has its own beauty: cherry blossoms dot the mountains in spring, lush greenery in summer, red leaves all over the mountains in autumn, and magnificent scenery covered with snow in winter. After reaching the top of the mountain, you can also overlook the panoramic views of Osaka and Nara, and even see Kobe in the distance when the weather is clear. Ikoma Sanjo Park is the terminus of the cable car. It has children's play facilities, a small train and an observation deck, making it a great place for the whole family to enjoy a relaxing time together. The interesting shape of the cable car combined with the magnificent natural scenery along the way makes this mountain journey full of memories. 📍 **Departure location**: Ikoma Station, Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture (accessible from Kintetsu Line) 🕒 **Business hours**: 9:00–17:30 (may be adjusted according to the season) 💰 **Ticket price**: Adult one-way ￥360 / Child one-way ￥180 🎯 **Recommended season**: Spring and autumn are the best seasons for flower and maple viewing #Nara Travel #Ikoma Mountain Cable Car #Cute Cable Car #Parent-Child Travel #Nara Attractions #Japanese Cable Car Experience #Mountain Beauty #Nara Must Visit #Ikoma Mountain #Nature and Fun #January Good Places 2025

#GlobalTravel Many people think of deer and Nara Park when they come to Nara for the first time. But in fact, Nara’s charm goes far beyond this. Located on a mountain in Ikoma, Nara, there is an amusement park with a long history that opened in 1929. The most famous one is the aerial bicycle game. It is a very unique experience to enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery while riding an aerial bicycle. The amusement park is free to enter, but each ride is charged at around 500-600 yen per ride. On the day of my visit, I didn’t get to experience too many rides because of the unexpected heavy snow, which gave the entire park a completely different beauty. Seeing the colorful Showa amusement rides covered in snow was very touching. This view is made even more precious by the fact that the park is closed in winter from December to mid-March. Park opening hours: 10:00 to 17:00 (Business hours are extended in summer, so if you want to experience amusement rides at sunset, remember to visit in summer) 📍Address: Nara Ikoma

#11月好去地方2024 I took the cable car to enter the park Because the cable car is an "interesting" design The park is large and has a lot of walking space You can overlook other cities from the top Magnificent views This place is better for children The park offers many rides All of them are suitable for children Buy a one-day pass and play all day Because you don't have to queue The children said it's more fun than Universal Studios The game equipment is not too exciting Don't dare to play too exciting equipment It's also suitable for adults The rides close early This is a good place to stroll and enjoy the scenery

When you think of theme parks in the Kansai region, many people probably think of Universal Studios Japan and Hirakata Park. This time, we'll introduce Ikoma Sanjo Amusement Park, which both adults and children can enjoy. Ikoma Sanjo Amusement Park in Nara Prefecture is a hidden gem of a theme park, and you can enjoy it all day long and enjoy it to the fullest, tailored to the needs of the visitors. Ikoma Sanjo Amusement Park is an amusement park located on the top of Mt. Ikoma, which straddles Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture, and Higashiosaka City, Osaka Prefecture. It takes about 15 minutes to get there by taking a cute cable car. This cable car is more exciting than riding a cable car, as it makes you feel like you're riding an attraction. And what's more, admission is free. So, when the cable car arrives, you can enter right away. There is a fee for the rides, but you can purchase tickets for as many rides as you want and ride the attractions. It only costs about 300 yen! Because it's on top of a mountain, the air is very fresh, and the colors of an old-fashioned amusement park have an indescribable emotional quality. There are a lot of attractions, ranging from thrilling rides to attractions for children, and attractions where you can ride while enjoying the scenery🐼 Recently, the cycle monorail that you can ride while watching the sunset has been a hot topic on social media🌇 It depends on the season, but if you ride at sunset time, you can see a really beautiful sunset. Depending on the season and weather, the sky can look orange, purple, or pink, and you can see a view that you can't see in the city. That's why many couples visit here on dates these days! Depending on the season, they are open for night games, so they are also recommended for dates 🩷 Business hours Normally 10:00-17:00 Night games are available for a limited time 10:00-20:00 📍Ikomayama Amusement Park 2312-1 Nabatacho, Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture #FreeTabi #0yenTrip #AmusementPark #Nara #Shopping #DomesticTrip #Domestic #IkomayamaAmusementPark #ThemePark #Japan

There are many options for family trip to Osaka. Want to go to an amusement park and want to see the scenery? There is no need to choose one, adults need both! Then I recommend this Ikoma Mountain Playground to everyone! This is a playground on the mountain 500 meters above sea level. You have to take the sightseeing cable car to get up. You have to change the car once. The cable car scenery is very good and worth a ride! Up to the playground 🎡, the amusement facilities are suitable for both adults and children to play, one accidentally plays until sunset and dark, this time to grab the will take a beautiful dusk view, even the night view is very beautiful, very worth seeing! Many local couples go to this playground to date! However, mention that the wind is very strong in the mountains, and it is cooler at night in summer. It is recommended to bring a jacket so as not to get cold! #Themepark #Ikoyama Mountain Amusement Park #Osaka Attractions #Good place for parents and children #Sunset view

📍Ikomayama Amusement Park An amusement park located on Mt. Ikoma, which is on the border between Osaka and Nara prefectures. The beautiful scenery of the four seasons and the variety of attractions are attractive✨ This amusement park, located at an altitude of 642 meters, is popular as a spectacular spot where you can see the whole Kansai region! The night view is especially spectacular✨ I've filmed the daytime and nighttime views, so compare them♡ In addition to the standard attractions such as roller coasters and Ferris wheels, the park also has a wide range of play equipment for children! An amusement park perfect for families! Adults can also enjoy it alone😃✨ [INFORMATION] Ikomayama Amusement Park 📮2312-1 Nabatacho, Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture #0 Yen Trip