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• To-ji Temple Bishamondo - The five-story pagoda is surrounded by lush greenery, intricate Buddhist statues, and seasonal flowers such as cherry blossoms or autumn leaves.
  The impressive modern architecture of Kyoto Station, featuring its expansive glass roof and open-air Sky Garden. Travelers can also enjoy views of the nearby Kyoto Tower.
• Nishiki Market Shopping District - Rows of vibrant stalls offering unique items like Kyoto pickles, yatsuhashi (traditional sweets), and fresh seafood. Visitors will also see locals shopping and vendors preparing delicacies.
• Kiyomizu-dera Temple - Sannenzaka/Ninenzaka (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
  A temple renowned for its wooden stage and spiritual significance, surrounded by a lively historical district.
  What Travelers Will See: Panoramic views of Kyoto from the temple’s stage, the iconic Otowa Waterfall, and charming, cobbled streets lined with tea houses, souvenir shops, and street food vendors.
• Gion Yasaka Shrine - Yasaka Shrine’s vibrant vermilion gates, lantern-lined paths, and cultural rituals. In Gion, travelers might spot geisha or maiko (apprentice geisha) strolling through the streets and enjoy the traditional wooden machiya (townhouses).
• Ginkakuji Temple - Beautiful Zen gardens, the serene Silver Pavilion, and picturesque reflections on the pond. On Philosopher’s Path, travelers will walk under overhanging trees, particularly stunning during cherry blossom season.
• Nanzen-ji Temple - This historic Zen temple features grand gates, traditional gardens, and an aqueduct that blends old and modern architecture.
  The massive Sanmon gate with panoramic views, a peaceful Zen rock garden, and the unique red-brick aqueduct.

• 3 or 4 hours walking tour
• Explore highlights and hidden gems
• Personalized tour with a passionate local
• Hotel meet-up available on request for central location

• Food and drinks
• Transportation (primarily a walking experience however public transport may be used)
• Gratuities

This tour offers an opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture of Japan, with a special focus on Kyoto, while exploring Japanese history and its foundational religious beliefs.

For those with an interest, cultural activities are also available, providing a deeper insight into the Japanese mindset.

Sample Itinerary: Here is a sample itinerary for this tour.

• Pass By: Kyoto Station

• Pass By: Tocho-ji Temple and Kushida Shrine/Sando Shrine Street.

• Pass By: Dazaifu Tenmangu, 4-7-1 Saifu, Dazaifu 818-0017, Fukuoka Prefecture

• See: The beautiful, plum tree-lined Tenman-gū Shrine in Dazaifu, where university students pray for success in their exams (blooming between February and March).

• Pass By: Kushida Shrine

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.