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～Perfect one day tour visiting Principal attractions in Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan～
If you can only stay in Kyoto for one day, don't worry! I will take you to the best places to see and feel the essence of Japan.
On this tour, we will take you on a one-day tour of Kyoto's "highlights" and talk a lot about Japanese culture, including the seasonal customs and traditions of the people who preserve them, as well as the historic tea ceremony.
I am a local and have practiced the tea ceremony for many years, so I can explain the beauty of Japan and its traditions from two aspects: traditional beauty and practical beauty.
You can learn a lot about Kyoto and Japan in one day while enjoying the authentic beauty of each spot.
For example, by visiting both a Buddist temple and a Shinto shrine, you will also learn why the Japanese have two different religions. The tour ends in Gion, where you will also learn about geisha, an essential part of Kyoto.
This tour includes two World Heritage Sites, Kinkaku-ji Temple and Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
*This is a suggested itinerary and can be customized as you wish.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Any Hotels in Kyoto city can be meeting point.
Itinerary
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1
Fushimiinari shrine is an important Shinto shrine in Southern Kyoto. It's famous for its thousands of vermilion Torii gates that located along the trails lead into the sacred Mt. Inari, which stands at 233 meters and belongs to the shrine grounds. The shrine is dedicated to Inari, the Shinto god of Rice. Foxes are also famous in this shrine. They are considered as Inari's messengers.
50 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion) is one the most iconic and popular sights in Japan. It's a Zen temple in northern Kyoto whose top two floors are completely covered in real gold leaf. It was built by the Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, the third shogun of the Muromachi shogunate, in 1398. Here you can see the gorgeous and unique architecture of a Samurai who wanted to be a King of Japan.
50 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3
Yasaka Pagoda(Hokanji temple) The five storied pagoda"Yasaka-no-tou" is an iconic architecture in this area. While most pagodas come complete with temples, Yasaka-no-to Pagoda stands mostly alone because the buildings of the temple of which it once belonged (Hokan-ji Temple) having been destroyed by fires,earthquakes and wars over the years. The pagoda rebuilt in 1440 is remained intact and that makes you feel that you are in authentic scenery of Kyoto.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Sannenzaka is located in the histrical area so called Higashiyama area.Here you can enjoy the beautiful scenery.The Kyoto style houses and paved path brings you into the authentic atomosphere.
1 hour 10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Yasui Konpira-gu shrine is especially popular among young Japanese women because of the Power Stone in its precincts. You will see many people forming a line to perform a ritual of crawling through a hole in a large stone.The ritual is performed to pray for breaking off bad relationships and initiating good ones. Here you can see the idea of Sinto religion that take the importance in prefication. Also you can try it if you'd like.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
It is one of the most popular temples in Kyoto. It is visited by more than about 5 million people a year and is also called "the temple of the common people". The most popular spot is the wooden stage jutting out from the cliff. No nails are used and the stage is supported by many zelkova pillars. The height of the stage is 12 meters. You can enjoy the panoramic view of the city can be seen from there.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included -
7
Gion is one of the five districts of Maiko in Kyoto, located near the Yasaka Shrine. It is full of shops, restaurants and ochaya (tea houses), where Geiko (Kyoto dialect for Geisha) and Maiko (apprentices of Geiko) entertain their guests. In this area you can also find authentic Japanese architectures including Maiko's houses. Authentic Japanese architectures. If you are lucky, you could meet a Maiko-san!
25 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
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