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[Highlights]
・UNESCO World Heritage Temple and Garden (Admission included)
・Photogenic Bamboo Grove
・Nonomiya Shrine, a Place to Pray for Love in Kyoto
・Local souvenir shops and sweets shop to stroll around
・Monkey park (Optional - Admission in not included)
Capture unforgettable photos in the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove as you explore one of Kyoto’s most iconic UNESCO World Heritage areas. The tour begins at Tenryu-ji Temple, where you’ll experience serene gardens and centuries of Zen tradition before walking into the mystical Bamboo Grove. Your guide will share insights into why this enchanting forest holds global cultural significance.
You’ll also pass by charming kawaii character shops and local stores—perfect for picking up matcha sweets, wagashi, or handcrafted bamboo-themed gifts. The tour then continues across Arashiyama’s famous bridge toward the Monkey Park. Your guide will purchase your ticket, and the park will be the tour’s dismissal point.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Chopsticks Studio Kyoto https://maps.app.goo.gl/Bj2cQAMi5YGm8B8FA The guide holding a sign that says [Local Guide Stars] will be waiting for you at the front road of the building.
Climb Arashiyama Monkey Park for playful macaques, stunning views, and unforgettable photos with your own pace! See the entrance, say goodbye to your guide, and enjoy exploring on your own! (Optional)
Itinerary
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A UNESCO World Heritage Zen temple known for its historic Sogenchi Garden. The garden blends perfectly with the natural scenery of Arashiyama and is especially stunning during cherry blossom and autumn leaf seasons.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Bamboo Forest Street
Kyoto’s most enchanting sights—the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. As you walk through this mystical landscape, your guide will explain why this breathtaking forest is closely connected to the UNESCO World Heritage designation, allowing you to truly feel the harmony between nature and culture.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Nonomiya Shrine
Nonomiya Shrine (Arashiyama) is a small, atmospheric Shinto shrine hidden within the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Once a purification site for imperial princesses before they served at Ise Grand Shrine, it is now known for blessings related to love, safe childbirth, and academic success.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Togetsukyo Bridge (Pass by)
Togetsukyō Bridge is Arashiyama’s iconic landmark, offering beautiful views of the Katsura River and surrounding mountains. Its name, meaning “Moon-Crossing Bridge,” reflects the poetic scenery that changes with every season—from cherry blossoms to autumn leaves.
Admission ticket free -
4Monkey Park Iwatayama
A mountaintop park where you can see wild Japanese macaques up close. It’s a unique experience combining light hiking, nature, and wildlife, with a great panoramic view of Kyoto from the top. The guide will accompany you across Togetsukyo Bridge and to the Monkey Park area, where the guided tour concludes. Should you wish to visit the Monkey Park, you are welcome to continue on a self-guided hike at your own pace. Please note that admission to the Monkey Park is not included.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- 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.
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.
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