Kyoto: Serene Stroll Through Eikando’s Timeless Temple Paths

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1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

What sets this tour apart is the depth of calm it offers in a world that rarely slows down.
Rather than rushing from landmark to landmark, this guided walk invites you to move mindfully through one of Kyoto’s most serene and spiritual spaces—Eikando Temple. You'll encounter the rare “Looking-Back Amida,” stroll through covered wooden corridors that seem to dissolve into nature, and ascend the peaceful Garyuro path to a hidden pagoda with breathtaking city views.

Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this experience weaves together cultural insight, architectural beauty, and natural harmony. It’s not just a temple visit—it’s a quiet journey of reflection, perfect for those who seek meaning behind the beauty.

What's Included

View of Mikaeri Amida statue
guide
Walk through wooden halls and covered walkways
Access to temple gardens
Visit to Eikando Temple
Journey through Garyuro Corridor
View from Taho-to Pagoda

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet in front of the main gate (Somon) of Eikando Temple. Your guide will be waiting for you, holding a yellow sign that says "DeepExperience." Please refer to the map for the exact location.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
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    Tucked into the forested hills of eastern Kyoto, Eikando is a temple where nature, architecture, and spirit flow together in quiet harmony. At its heart stands the "Looking-Back Amida," a rare and graceful Buddha statue that gently reminds visitors of compassion and mindfulness. Wander through moss-lined walkways and wooden corridors that follow the land’s natural slope, passing tranquil ponds fed by spring water and shaded gardens that shift with the seasons. Climb the meditative Garyuro corridor to reach the mountaintop pagoda, where sweeping views of Kyoto await. Eikando offers not spectacle, but serenity—inviting you to walk slowly, see deeply, and feel connected to the sacred rhythm of place and self.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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