Treasures of Kyoto: Morning Temple Serenity

Experience Kyoto’s magic at sunrise. Walk through Fushimi Inari’s red gates, explore serene temples, and wander the bamboo grove. Perfect for early risers and jet-lagged travelers.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine - Explore the intricate network of sacred torii gates, capturing stunning photos and learning about the rich history of this unique location.
  • Kiyomizu-dera Temple - Known as a symbol of Kyoto, this renowned temple offers panoramic views of the city and is truly awe-inspiring in the tranquil morning hours.
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What's Included
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Taxi fares
Additional Information

Experience the enchanting early morning light as it casts long shadows on the 10,000 red gates of Fushimi Inari, capturing photos that will be treasured for a lifetime. Explore the grounds of Kiyomizu Temple, which majestically overlooks Kyoto’s cityscape, and witness the city awakening to the sound of temple bells and the gentle scent of incense…

Location
Inari Station
We wait for you right in front of the JR Inari station. Luckily there is just one exit and at that time of day we are likely the only people there.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(22 Ratings)
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Valentinaguarino96
May 31, 2026
A great guide for a chill and interesting walk - Milo was a great guide for this early bird tour of Fushimi inari and Kiyomizu dera temple! We did a 3-3.5h tour, avoiding the visitor’s crowds, to enjoy these beautiful spots. Milo is a great and fun guide, with a vast knowledge of Kyoto area. The fee for Kiyomizu dera temple is already included in the tour. Absolutely recommended if you want to enjoy a chill and fun walk into that spots!
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Gregorio
Apr 19, 2026
Open Sky Museum - These temples are open-air museums. It is wonderful to see this culture completely different from ours. Some are restored, others are the originals. Many of these, such as Kiyomizu-dera, are outdoors and for this you can admire the Japanese nature with shades of fabulous green.
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449abbyd
Feb 26, 2026
Awesome Tour Experience - Milo was a terrific tour guide. My partner and I enjoyed all the knowledge and facts he shared about Kyoto, and Milo really took the time to take us through all the major sites and explain what each thing meant. The tour was thoughtfully planned, and he even took some awesome photos of us. He knew the best photo spots and was a great photographer which was a bonus lol! He was super down to earth, funny, and just a fun time to be around. He also gave us some recommendations to go to after which was so helpful for our trip. The tour really elevated the experience for us. I couldn’t recommend him enough! If you’re looking for a tour guide, look no further - Milo’s your guy!
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Voyage822691
Sep 18, 2025
The Best Guide You Could Ask for in Kyoto - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had the absolute pleasure of touring Kyoto with Milo, and he was nothing short of exceptional! From start to finish, Milo displayed the highest level of professionalism while keeping the experience warm and engaging. His knowledge of Japanese history, traditions, and culture was both impressive and easy to understand—he patiently answered every question and always made sure we were truly following along. What stood out most was his kindness and genuine passion for sharing Kyoto’s beauty. He was incredibly friendly and thoughtful, making us feel comfortable at every step of the journey. On top of that, Milo turned out to be a fantastic photographer—he captured beautiful shots of us at temples, gardens, and hidden gems that we’ll treasure forever. If you’re visiting Kyoto and want a guide who blends professionalism, cultural insight, patience, and a friendly spirit (plus doubles as your personal photographer!), Milo is the one to book. Highly recommend!
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Sandrinel1884
May 24, 2025
Tour with Milo - Milo was a great very great help to show us and teach us the curlture of every places we visited. He even gave some tips about other places we should visit on our own
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B5958ekalexandras
May 6, 2025
Incedible - We had a great guide Milo, very interesting explanations and offers to take photos of you at great places for as many beautiful memories as possible. I recommend.
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Mllejess34
Apr 26, 2025
Informative and pleasant moment! - Very well constructed excursion, complete and precise explanations. We let ourselves be carried away for four hours. Our guide (milo) speaks English but he has systematically ensured our understanding. All with kindness and good humor. We are delighted!
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Amandine1909
Apr 22, 2025
Visits early before the crowd ... - Perfect visits with Milo, an extra guide and full of anecdotes! We highly recommend! We were really able to enjoy the sites in complete tranquility!
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Naomara
Nov 13, 2024
Best Guide Tour Milo!! Kyoto early in the morning was excellent!!! - This is by far the best Guide Tour we ever had!! Very knowledgeable, funny, attentive, Milo was excellent!! We highly recommend!!! We visited only two temples!! Imagine more than that!! Best ever!!!
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Choorc
Oct 4, 2024
Great tour - .Kevin (Canadian) has been an excellent host. Friendly and able to bring us around in the quickest time possible. Highly recommended.
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up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).