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- Japanese
- English
Escape the crowds and discover a different side of Kyoto on this unique cultural experience combining a visit to a Kyoto City-designated Important Machiya with a guided walking tour of Fushimi Inari Shrine.
Your journey begins at Shizuhamo, a beautifully preserved traditional machiya where you will explore authentic tea rooms, seasonal ikebana displays, and traditional tea utensils. Guided by a certified tea instructor, you will grind matcha with a traditional stone mill and prepare your own bowl of tea while learning about the philosophy and aesthetics of Japanese tea culture.
After the tea experience, travel by local train to Fushimi Inari Shrine, where your guide will lead you through the famous Senbon Torii gates to the Okusha Hohaisho and the Omokaru Stone while sharing the history, beliefs, and hidden stories behind the shrine.
This small-group tour offers the perfect combination of Kyoto's living cultural heritage and its most famous sightseeing destination.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Shizuhamo is about 10 minutes from Fushimi Inari Shrine by Keihan train and walking. A red fire extinguisher box is on the right of the gate. Staff will welcome you at the entrance.
What to expect
Step through the entrance and feel as if you have traveled back 100 years into old Kyoto. The first floor is arranged as a winter tea room, while the second floor recreates a summer tea room. Explore authentic tea ceremony spaces, admire seasonal ikebana displays, grind matcha with a traditional stone mill, and prepare your own bowl of matcha under the guidance of a tea instructor.
After the cultural experience, take a local Keihan train from Sumizome Station to Fushimi Inari Station (about 5 minutes). Your guide will then lead you through the highlights of Fushimi Inari Taisha, including the famous Senbon Torii (Thousands of Torii Gates), the Okusha Hohaisho, and the Omokaru Stone. Along the way, learn about the history, beliefs, and hidden stories of one of Kyoto's most iconic shrines.
The tour ends at Fushimi Inari Shrine, allowing you to continue exploring the shrine grounds or enjoy local specialties at your own pace.
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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