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We keep groups small, with a maximum of 10 guests, so you enjoy a truly premium experience.
Your route avoids crowds and follows quiet, insider paths that bring you closer to real local life and the beauty of nature.
Also you'll be guided by someone who actually lives here — not a script reader — so you get the real stories, secret spots, and local life instead of the standard tourist version. You'll learn why emperors, nobles, and wealthy merchants all chose Arashiyama as their private retreat, and how history, food culture, zen culture and daily life all connect to this landscape.
By the time you’ve seen the views, tasted the flavors, and heard the truth behind Arashiyama, you won’t just visit Arashiyama — you’ll understand it and fall in love with its soul.
nd your Arashiyama journey with a beautiful local tea treat and a relaxing foot massage. You can even choose a flower petal foot bath, a perfect healing touch after the fatigue of travel.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your guide will be waiting for you in front of the matcha shop, holding a red “WonderlandJapan” flag and greeting you with a warm smile before we begin our walk through the poetic streets of Arashiyama.
Foot bath & foot massage
Itinerary
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1
Discover the history of the Sagano Romantic Train. Explore the origin and meaning of Saga (Sagano).
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Discover the history of Shinbutsu Shūgō, the fusion of Shinto and Buddhism.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
A small, atmospheric shrine in Arashiyama once used for imperial purification rituals, now known for blessings in love, good relationships, and academic success.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Bamboo Forest Street
Walk into Zen and bamboo, uncover the origin story of Kyoto’s bamboo grove and why it became iconic.
35 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Mikami Shrine
Kyoto’s most beloved hair stylist shrine — a unique beauty and hair-growth power spot you can only visit in Arashiyama.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
The secret panoramic viewpoint where you get Kyoto’s river, mountains and ancient stories.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Arashiyama hidden cozy bakery
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
At this point, your guide will introduce you to a highly skilled local massage therapist. You can choose between a floral foot bath or a tea-infused foot bath, allowing you to wash away the fatigue from your journey and quietly relax in the peaceful atmosphere of Arashiyama.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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