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Highlights
- Explore the cultural heritage of Kyoto with an expert guide on a tour featuring three famous landmarks, including the gold leaf-covered Kinkakuji temple.
- Enjoy free time at the Kiyomizu Temple area. You can rent a kimono and explore ancient streets or savor a Kyoto-style lunch (at your own expense).
- Experience tranquility at Fushimi Inari Shrine, renowned for its thousands of scarlet torii gates that attract many foreign visitors.
- The tour offers flexible pick-up options between Kyoto Station and Nipponbashi Osaka to enhance convenience.
- Did you know? The main hall of Kiyomizu-dera was constructed without a single metal nail, showcasing traditional Japanese carpentry skills.
Your Experience
Select your preferred starting point in Kyoto or Osaka and start a cultural exploration of historical landmarks. Begin with Kinkakuji, also known as the Golden Pavilion, an iconic Zen temple whose top two floors are covered in gold leaf. Despite being destroyed several times throughout history, it stands today as a testament to resilience.
Post-lunchtime finds you at the Kiyomizu-dera precinct. The wooden stage here offers stunning views of Kyoto's cityscape. For an authentic experience, consider renting a traditional Kimono and sampling local cuisine on your own dime. Explore quaint alleyways like Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka that connect this area, filled with charming souvenir shops.
Conclude your tour at the Fushimi Inari Shrine, dedicated to Inari, the Shinto deity of rice and agriculture. Famous for its Senbon Torii ("thousands of torii gates"), these structures are donations from individuals and businesses dating back to 1603 during the Edo period. Numerous fox statues on site symbolize messengers of Inari; take a moment here to pray for loved ones before heading back.
- 8:30am / 9:50am - Pick-up from Nipponbashi or Kyoto Station
- 10:30am - Visit Kinkakuji (entry fee not included), ~40 mins
- 12pm - Explore the Kiyomizu Temple Area, ~3 hours including lunch time and free exploration
- 3:30pm - Tour Fushimi-Inari Taisha Shrine, ~70 mins with additional free time
- 5pm - Begin return journey to your departure point of choice
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Day tour to Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu Temple Area, & Fushimi-Inari Shrine
- English/Japanese/Chinese-speaking guide
- Return transfers from Nipponbashi, Osaka / Kyoto Station
- Travel in air-conditioned vehicle
- Entry fees for Kinkakuji
- Kimono hire costs
- Costs of food and beverages
- Personal expenditure
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Must Know
- Wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes to enjoy your tour comfortably.
- Carry a hat, sunscreen, water bottle, and camera for an enjoyable visit.
- If interested in renting a kimono, consider borrowing from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and returning it at Fushimi Inari Shrine.
Ticket Delivery
Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Meeting Points
Nippombashi Station
Meet your guide at Nippombashi Station.
Address: 1-chōme-5 Nipponbashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0073, Japan.
Get Directions to the Meeting Point
Kyoto-Hachijoguchi Bus Loading Area - 9:50 AM
Meet your guide at Kyoto-Hachijoguchi Bus Loading Area.
Address: Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003 Japan.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
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