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Kyoto Day Tour Tenryu-ji Temple Arashiyama Grove and Kinkaku-ji

Embark on a captivating journey through Kyoto's cultural wonders with our full-day bus tour. Discover the iconic Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, where you'll enjoy approximately 2 hours of free time to explore the enchanting Tenryu-ji Temple and its serene garden. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Kinkakuji, the Golden Pavilion, with its shimmering gold-leaf relic hall reflected in a serene lake. Experience the mystique of Fushimi Inari Shrine, home to the famous "Senbon Torii" — a mesmerizing row of vermillion torii gates. Throughout the tour, benefit from our multi-language audio guide in English, Chinese, and Korean. This tour provides the perfect blend of guided exploration and personal discovery, making it an ideal choice for travelers seeking a seamless and enriching experience of Kyoto's cultural treasures.
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Private Vacation Photographer in Kyoto

You will be accompanied by a English speaking photographer to get memorable time, travel tips as well as professional pictures. We’d like you to bring back priceless travel memories as much as possible.
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Private Kamigamo River Electric Bike Tour

We will provide you the high performance electric assist bicycle at the Kamigamo River. and we will assist you throughout your journey. you can enjoy the cycling with fresh air. you can get explore fresh air of kamigamo area and it's really enjoy with our bicycles. those bicycles are not a normal bicycle you do not get tried that has an electric motor to assist you so you never get tried by cycling. You should ride the bicycle by own and we don’t provide any guides or assistance for this tour.
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From $78.8
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Gion and Fushimi Inari Shrine Kyoto Highlights with Government-Licensed Guide

For the time and budget-conscious traveler, experience the Gion district with our government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guides. You'll start your day by meeting your guide at the Tatsumi Daimyojin Shrine, the center of Gion. While exploring Gion, your guide will show you the history and culture of geisha―from their kimonos and hairstyles to rules and daily rituals. You'll walk down the cobbled streets of three Geisha areas in total―Gion, Pontocho, and Miyagawacho―while you listen to stories of Kyoto's ancient past. If you're lucky, you may even spot a geisha on the street! This short but value-packed trip is a fantastic way of experiencing a side of Kyoto that most tourists do not get to see. This private tour is a walking day tour with a guide. A private vehicle is not included.
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From $137.91
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3 Hours Japanese Calligraphy and Zazen

The Nishijin Lifestyle Museum Tondaya, a 140-year-old townhouse in Nishijin, is located in the traditional Nishijin area, where the streets have remained unchanged since ancient times. After completing the calligraphy experience at Tondaya, participants alone will walk for 30 minutes to Daitokuji Daisen-in Temple, looking at a map. After arriving at Daitokuji Daisenin, participants will visit the temple and experience Zen meditation. The tour ends at Daitokuji Temple. ※Zazen hours vary depending on the season. (Please note that the end time also varies accordingly.) ・March to November: 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. ・December to February: 4:30pm to 5:30pm Upon arrival at Daitokuji, please spend time viewing the temple or walking around Daitokuji until your zazen time. ※Please understand that the tour may be cancelled if there is a conflict with temple events. ※Please bring socks. (Stockings are not allowed.)
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Perfect 4 Day Sightseeing in Japan - English Speaking Chauffeur

This four day tour includes most renowned and beautiful places in Japan. Kyoto is famous for its numerous classical Buddhist temples, as well as gardens, imperial palaces, Shinto shrines and traditional wooden houses. Osaka is a large port city and commercial center on the Japanese island of Honshu. It's known for its modern architecture, nightlife and hearty street food. The 16th-century shogunate Osaka Castle, which has undergone several restorations, is its main historical landmark. Nara has significant temples and artwork dating to the 8th century, when it was Japan’s capital. Tour duration of each day is is approx 10 hours including commuting time. A group of more than 5 people can be facilitated at an additional cost.
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Our family-only trip (Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Kobe) / free of charge

Hello. It is Osaka guide present weapon. It is not an exaggeration to say that the history of Japan started from the country, Kyoto, and Osaka. For many years, they have fostered Buddhism from the continent and harmonized conservative sentiments of the island nation with the Shinto beliefs of indigenous beliefs in the struggling history, and have developed unique Japanese culture. These three locations are within an hour's drive, including Kansai Airport and Kobe. It is fun to visit historic sites by visiting the sights of this place with a guide, understanding the historical meaning of it, and looking at the past and present contacts of Japanese culture. A tour guide car (9 seater) is available. The admission fee and guide meals of the attractions are solved by the guide himself, so the customer does not bear it.
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See Details → Duration :8 to 9 hours
From $173.9
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Private Kyoto Geisha Districts Walking Tour

Visit three Geisha districts in Kyoto - Gojyorakuen, Miyagawacho and Gion! ・Learn about the process of becoming a Geisha and their daily lives ・Enter Kaikado, the shop with the longest history in producing handmade tea caddies, and Kenninji, the oldest Zen temple, which is known to be the birthplace of Japanese green tea ・Visit Tatsumi Inari Shrine, where girls pray to become accomplished geisha and famous names are etched into the structure ・Note: This tour does not guarantee you see/meet geisha during the tour.
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Kyoto Kimono Experience 6 hrs Tour with Licensed Guide

Kimono is the beautiful traditional dress of Japan. This 6 hour Kyoto walking tour includes wearing a Kimono experience! You will be dressed by a professional and have your hair done in a simple hairstyle. It will take about one hour to change for one group (including a simple hair set for women). Afterward, you can walk around the old capitol, Kyoto. The traditions of ancient Japan are still alive and well in Kyoto. Walking around this beautiful city waring a Kimono can feel like you are in a time machine as its architecture has been preserved for centuries. Once your reservation is made, a guide will be in touch to plan your personalized tour. Choose 2 to 3 spots that you wish to visit and your guide will plan a personalized itinerary. If you do not know where to visit, ask the guide to send you their recommended itinerary based on your interests.
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Discover your Kyoto -Private Kyoto Customized Walking Tour-

In a day you will be able to visit the historical places of Kyoto. Kyoto has a different atmosphere from Tokyo and you can feel it by the historical vibes and the local people. Come and discovery Kyoto for its beauty with this tour, we are sure that it will be a travel you won't forget. Spots to visit 1.Nijo Castle A UNESCO World Hertiage Site, Nijo Castle was castle that was built for the first shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu who ruled Japan from 1603-1616. 2.Kinkakuji A Zen Temple whose top two floor is covered in gold leaf overlooking a large pond. Though its standing majestically now, this temple has been burned numerous time in the past. 3.Arashiyama A popular sightseeing spot in Kyoto, the biggest reason for its popularity is due to the beautiful scenery that changes by the season. 4.Tenryuji Temple/Bamboo Forest Here in this mesmerizing forest is the Tenryuji Temple, a temple which was originally built in 1339 by the ruling shogun Ashikaga Takauji.
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Discover the Hidden Gem of Osaka's Private Walking Tour

Welcome to Osaka, where tradition meets modernity in a vibrant cityscape! Embark on an 8-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable guide to explore hidden gems and iconic landmarks. Begin in the city center, discovering ancient temples alongside lively shopping districts and savoring Osaka's culinary delights. Dive into history at Osaka Castle and its gardens, then experience the neon-lit charm of Dotonbori and Shinsaibashi. Whether you're a history buff or a foodie, this personalized tour promises cultural immersion and unforgettable moments. Join us to uncover Osaka's soul and create lasting memories of this dynamic metropolis!
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Kyoto Millennium Shogun E-Bike Cycling Tour (East Course)

Get on an e-bike and let our experienced English-speaking tour guide show you the legacy of the Shoguns that still exists throughout Kyoto after more than a millennium. The full-day tour takes you from Kyoto Station to the wonderfully quiet Philosopher's Path, and southwards along the eastern part of the city. Lunch and all listed entry fees are included in the tour fee.
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Kyoto Sweets and Green Tea Making and Town Walk.

First, you will take sweets and green tea making class. They select the Japanese sweets made of bean paste depending on the seasons. You will make Maccha green tea by yourself. After walking along Takasegawa river, you will enter NIshiki market street where you can choose to eat anything at stalls. Then, on sunny day, Picknick at Chohoji temple. you learn a little about Way of flower in Japan at the place where Ikenobou school(flower arrangement school) was given birth. On rainy day or too hot day out for picknick, you can have shaved ice or any Japanese sweets at a Japanese style cafe.
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Private Guided Culinary and Cocktail Tour in Kyoto

The tour takes you to three local Kyoto stores, with more than 100 years of history of creating and refining their own unique products. The tour begins with a miso and soy sauce tasting at their local breweries. You will then visit a vinegar shop where you can create your own ponzu and have it bottled to take home as a souvenir. Finish the tour at "The Corner" bar, where you can enjoy three signature cocktails with soy sauce, miso and ponzu. Please note that the legal drinking age in Japan is 20. We can modify the itinerary to accommodate all ages, so please contact us before booking.
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Goshuincho Making and Temple Tour

Visit a cafe that used to be a famous painter's house. In a private room you will draw and decorate your own Goshuincho cover while enjoying a cup of green tea served with sweets.Now that your Goshuincho is complete, you can take it to the nearby Zen temple to collect your first temple stamp. You can use your stamp book to collect temple stamps from all over Japan and relive memories of your trip anytime!
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From $248.86