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Historical and Cooling Tour of the Ancient Capital of Kyoto
Higashiyama Ward
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Transportation, entrance fees, food and beverage costs incurred at the visited spots are to be borne by the client.
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In case of inclement weather on the day of the tour, the means of transportation, places to visit, and routes may be changed.
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The dismissal point is different from the meeting point. Please contact the guide if you would like to change the dismissal point.
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Please note that each spot may be changed to another spot in case of temporary closure.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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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.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Among Kyoto's popular tourist destinations, Higashiyama and the Kyoto Station area, including Kiyomizu-dera Temple, attract visitors from Japan and abroad due to their deeply Japanese atmosphere. This tour focuses on experiencing Japanese history, culture, and summer in Kyoto.
The tour begins at Shijo-Kawaramachi Station, offering easy access to Higashiyama attractions. After a short bus ride and walk, you'll reach Kiyomizu-dera Temple, known for its clear water and small waterfall. After shopping on the street in front of the temple, you'll visit Yasaka Shrine, believed to ward off epidemic diseases during the hot season.
Next, enjoy the Japanese summer sweet "shaved ice" in Gion and stro...
Highlights
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private Tour
Tour Guide
The necessary expenses for the guide during the tour
Estimated Costs of the Tour: 1,960 JPY per Person
Breakdown: Transportation: 460 JPY, Admission Fees: 1,400 JPY, Meal costs: 0 JPY per Person
Optional Experience Costs: 100 JPY per Person
Meeting Points
Departure
Gion-Shijo Station
Keihan Electric Railway Gion-Shijo Station ticket gate
Return
Kyoto Station
Kyoto Station
Historical and Cooling Tour of the Ancient Capital of Kyoto
Higashiyama Ward
About
Among Kyoto's popular tourist destinations, Higashiyama and the Kyoto Station area, including Kiyomizu-dera Temple, attract visitors from Japan and abroad due to their deeply Japanese atmosphere. This tour focuses on experiencing Japanese history, culture, and summer in Kyoto.
The tour begins at Shijo-Kawaramachi Station, offering easy access to Higashiyama attractions. After a short bus ride and walk, you'll reach Kiyomizu-dera Temple, known for its clear water and small waterfall. After shopping on the street in front of the temple, you'll visit Yasaka Shrine, believed to ward off epidemic diseases during the hot season.
Next, enjoy the Japanese summer sweet "shaved ice" in Gion and stro...
Highlights
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private Tour
Tour Guide
The necessary expenses for the guide during the tour
Estimated Costs of the Tour: 1,960 JPY per Person
Breakdown: Transportation: 460 JPY, Admission Fees: 1,400 JPY, Meal costs: 0 JPY per Person
Optional Experience Costs: 100 JPY per Person
Meeting Points
Departure
Gion-Shijo Station
Keihan Electric Railway Gion-Shijo Station ticket gate
Return
Kyoto Station
Kyoto Station
Itinerary
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Kiyomizu Temple
Kiyomizu Temple: It is a World Heritage temple representing Kyoto. In addition to being a popular tourist destination, the temple attracts many pilgrims who come to see the main image of the Buddha who saves people with his mercy. The "Kiyomizu-no-butai" (stage of Kiyomizu), built on the slope of the mountain, offers a panoramic view of the beautiful city of Kyoto.
35 minutes
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Sanneizaka
Sanneizaka: This slope is part of the approach to Kiyomizu-dera Temple and is said to have been used by Kitamasato, the wife of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Together with Niningsaka, it is designated as an Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings in Kyoto City. The winding stone pavement and stone steps are flanked by old-fashioned buildings, and it is also known as the center of sightseeing in Kiyomizu.
15 minutes
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Yasaka Shrine
Yasaka Shrine: Located in Higashiyama, it is the representative shrine of Kyoto City. Until the Meiji era (1868-1912), the shrine was called "Gion Shrine." The famous town of Gion was the gateway to Yasaka Shrine, and the festival "Gion Matsuri" became Kyoto's representative summer festival, greatly influencing the culture, customs and landscape of Kyoto.
15 minutes
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けずりひや 京都祇園
Kezurihiya Kyoto Gion: Gion Aisu" is a beautifully designed store with patterns drawn with various flavored powders on top of milk-flavored ice. Bring the ice, which has a smooth texture like fresh snow, to your mouth and you will quickly feel the heat of your body cool down.
30 minutes
5
Hanamikoji Street
Gion/Hanamikoji Street: As the main street of the Gion area, it is a popular place for tourists. The street and surrounding area are lined with temples, shrines, tea houses, and other buildings that are very Kyoto-like. If you are lucky, you may be able to see real maiko and geiko walking along the alley.
15 minutes
6
Kyoto Tower
Kyoto Tower: The tower stands tall in front of Kyoto Station. The tiled roofs of machiya (traditional townhouse) buildings in Kyoto City are designed to resemble waves, with the image of a lighthouse illuminating the city of Kyoto, which has no sea. It is characterized by its curvaceous and graceful appearance and is one of the landmarks of Kyoto, a city with few high-rise buildings.
