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This area, known as Higashiyama, is located on the east side of Kyoto, 3 km from Kyoto Station. In addition to historical buildings such as Kiyomizu Temple, Yasaka-no-to, Kenninji Temple, Kodaiji Temple, and Yasaka Shrine, there are a variety of new and old stores lining the streets connecting these tourist attractions.
In addition, since the city has the largest Japanese clothing experience facilities in Japan, you can walk around the city. The entire city is like traveling back in time, yet vibrant at the same time.

HIGHLIGHT

◆ Tour the most popular area in Kyoto with a nationally certified interpreter-guide
◆ Trek up to Kiyomizu-dera, a temple with over 1,250 years of history
◆ Enjoy a truly serene moment in Kennin-ji Temple, the oldest Zen temple in Kyoto
◆ Explore the brilliant vermillion red buildings of Yasaka Shrine
◆ Walk the streets of Gion, Kyoto’s most famous geisha district
◆ Look around at the traditional shops, caf?s, and galleries that dot Higashiyama

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

The following is a guide to the major facilities in this area.

(1) Kiyomizu Temple
Kiyomizu-Dera Temple, with a history of 1,250 years, is named after the abundant spring water. The temple has long been open to and loved by the common people, and its stage, which commands a panoramic view of Kyoto, is a must-see spot in Kyoto.

(2) Kenninji Temple
This is the oldest Zen temple in Kyoto, founded by Eisai, the founder of Zen Buddhism. It is famous for Tawaraya Sotatsu's painting of the Wind and Thunder Gods.

(3) Yasaka Shrine, Gion
Gion developed as the approach to Yasaka Shrine. The floats, designated as a World Heritage Site, are the centerpiece of the Gion Festival. The area where geiko and maiko are located is called Hanamachi, and four of Kyoto's five Hanamachi are concentrated in this area.

(4) Kiyomizu-zaka, Nigen-zaka, and Sannen-zaka (Sanneizaka)
In addition to Kiyomizu-yaki ceramics, there are other crafts such as Japanese paper, folding fans, and sculptures, as well as a variety of restaurants that offer culinary delights.

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Meeting Place:
The meeting place for this tour is JR Kyoto Station's Rooftop Sky Garden.

Transportation:
Taxi

The tour route is as follows:
JR Kyoto Station Rooftop Sky Garden - Kiyomizu-dera Temple - Yasaka Pagoda - Kennin-ji Temple - Gion - Yasaka Shrine - Gion-Shijo Station

The tour ends at Gion-Shijo Station on the Keihan Line.

Want to experience more after this tour? We recommend the following:
W001 Kyoto Walking Tour: Buddhism, Art, & Gardens
W003 Gion Night Tour
W004 Toji, Fushimi Inari Shrine, & Tofukuji Temple Tour

Itinerary

JR Kyoto Station Rooftop Sky Garden - Kiyomizu-dera Temple - Yasaka Pagoda - Kennin-ji Temple - Gion - Yasaka Shrine - Gion-Shijo Station

CANCELLATION POLICY

In case of cancellation, the following cancellation fees will be charged:
(1) 3+ days prior: 20% of the program fee
(2) Two days before: 50% of the program fee
(3) One day before/on the day/no show: 100% of the program fee

*A separate remittance fee will also be charged.

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