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This tour is led by a Professional English-speaking guide.
At Komyo-in, enjoy a brilliant cherry blossom display thoughtfully arranged in a traditional Japanese room overlooking the beautiful garden.
Next, visit the iconic World Heritage Site, Byodo-in Temple, and marvel at the spectacular reflection of the Phoenix Hall on the pond. If you have a 10-yen coin, take it out and compare it with the real thing!
Then, stroll through Byodo-in Omote-Sando Street and enjoy local specialties for lunch in Uji, the tea capital of Japan.
Following lunch, you can try an authentic matcha-making experience and savor the taste.
Afterwards, experience Hanami (Cherry blossom viewing), a must-do Japanese spring tradition with snacks from food stalls at Sewaritei Cherry Blossom Festival.
Finally, enjoy shopping for popular and delicious baumkuchen as souvenirs at atelier Kyobaum.
This tour is perfect for all ages and anyone wishing to experience the essence of Japanese spring culture.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Hachijo Exit Tourit Bus Parking Area (In Front of KYOTO AVANTI)
Itinerary
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1Komyo-in Temple
Renowned for the "Hashintei" garden, this serene temple is affectionately nicknamed "the Rainbow Moss Temple" due to its shifting seasonal scenery. In spring, you can admire a brilliant cherry blossom display thoughtfully arranged in the traditional Japanese room with a view of the garden.
40 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2
Don't miss the spectacular reflection of the Phoenix Hall on the pond before it! This iconic hall is so famous that its image is depicted on the front of the Japanese 10-yen coin.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
3Byodo-in Omotesando
Stroll down this historic street leading to Byodo-in Temple and stop for lunch. It's the perfect opportunity to savor local specialties in Uji, the tea capital of Japan.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
After lunch, let's try making authentic Uji matcha tea, starting from scratch by grinding Uji tea leaves with a stone mill! Enjoy tasting the matcha you whipped up yourself with Japanese sweets for a memorable experience in Kyoto.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Walk through the breathtaking cherry blossom tunnel stretching for about 1.4 km while enjoying snacks from food stalls. You can also enjoy a panoramic view of the tunnel from the observatory.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
(Pass by)
Wrap up your day by shopping for popular and delicious baumkuchen, including those made with Uji matcha green tea and soy milk, as souvenirs at atelier Kyobaum.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This is not a private tour, you will enjoy the tour with other guests together.
- We might cancel the tour if we do not have at least 20 participants by 1 month before the scheduled departure.
- Please come in comfortable walking shoes.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This is not a private tour, you will enjoy the tour with other guests together.
- We might cancel the tour if we do not have at least 20 participants by 1 month before the scheduled departure.
- Please come in comfortable walking shoes.
- Please arrive at the meeting location 15 minutes prior to the departure time.
- IMPORTANT: The bus will depart according to the schedule and will not wait for late arrivals.
- The schedule is subject to change without prior notice.
- Due to traffic or other reasons, the duration of visits at each destination may be shortened, and arrival times may be delayed.
- Refunds will not be provided if you fail to arrive at the meeting location on time (no show).
- In the event of a natural disaster, such as a typhoon, the tour will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued.
- Wearing your seatbelt is mandatory while the bus is in motion due to legal regulations.
- Please personally take responsibility for your valuables.
- We can accommodate your luggage and keep it in the bus luggage compartment during the tour.
- Please note that cherry blossoms may not be seen due to weather conditions.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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