[Golden Temple & Geisha] KYOTO Guided Walking Tour+Photo Shooting

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Kinkakuji Temple

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  30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 2
  Kitano Tenmangu Shrine

  Explore Kitano Tenmangu, one of Kyoto’s most important Shinto shrines, dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, the god of learning. Walk through the beautiful shrine grounds, see traditional architecture, lanterns, and sacred ox statues, and learn the fascinating story of how a real historical figure became worshipped as a god. I’ll also explain basic Shinto traditions, how Japanese people pray, and the role shrines still play in everyday life. If you’d like, you can try the traditional way of praying yourself. It’s a great place to discover Japanese history, religion, and local culture away from Kyoto’s busiest tourist areas.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3

  Take a break at Kazariya, a traditional teahouse beside Imamiya Shrine, and try aburi-mochi—small rice cakes grilled over charcoal and served with a sweet white miso sauce. Watch the mochi being freshly grilled, relax with Japanese tea, and experience a local Kyoto sweet with centuries of history. I’ll explain the story behind aburi-mochi and its connection to Imamiya Shrine. It’s a delicious way to experience Kyoto’s traditional food culture in a relaxed local atmosphere.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4
  Daitoku-ji Temple

  Explore Daitoku-ji, a historic Zen temple complex away from Kyoto’s busiest tourist areas. Walk through its peaceful paths and traditional temple grounds while learning about Zen Buddhism, Japanese gardens, and the temple’s connection to samurai and tea culture. I’ll share stories about famous historical figures connected to Daitoku-ji and explain how Zen influenced Japanese culture. It’s a quiet and fascinating place to experience a deeper side of Kyoto’s history.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  Kamishichiken Street

  Walk through Kamishichiken, Kyoto’s oldest geisha district, filled with traditional wooden townhouses, teahouses, and quiet historic streets. Learn about the world of geiko and maiko, how they train, work, and entertain guests, and how this unique culture continues in modern Kyoto. Unlike the busier streets of Gion, Kamishichiken offers a quieter atmosphere where you can discover Kyoto’s living traditions and take beautiful photos along the way.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Imamiya Shrine

  Explore Imamiya Shrine, a peaceful historic shrine with deep connections to Kyoto’s local community. Walk through the shrine grounds while learning about Shinto traditions, the shrine’s history, and its famous connection to good health and protection from disease. I’ll also share the story of “Tama-no-Koshi,” the local legend behind the Japanese expression for marrying into wealth. Experience a quieter, more local side of Kyoto and discover how traditional beliefs are still part of everyday life today.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

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