Meeting Point

Disney Store Kyoto

Kamogawa River

Walk across the largest river in Kyoto City, which separates the “New Kyoto” and the “Old Kyoto”. The river is also one of the most famous and scenic sites of Kyoto.

Shirakawa Canal

Beautiful path with cherry blossoms, maple trees, willow trees and traditional townhouses.

Hanami-koji Geisha Street

The heart of the Gion geisha district, known for its wooden teahouses and the chance to spot a geisha or maiko. Here is where we will learn all about the geisha culture.

Yasui Kompiragu Shrine

A famous local shrine known for a powerful wishing stone. Many locals visit here daily, here is where we will learn about the religions in Kyoto.

Yasaka Pagoda Tower

The famous landmark of Kyoto, majestic wooden tower about 50 meters tall. One of the tallest and oldest towers in Kyoto.

Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka

Kiyomizu Dera Temple

Kodaiji Temple and Bamboo Grove

Kodaiji is a zen temple with peaceful Japanese gardens, bamboo grove, and a romantic history. It was founded more than a thousand years ago by one of the most influential leaders in Japan.

Yasaka Shrine

Yasaka Shrine is the biggest and most important shrine in the Gion district of Kyoto. Here is where we will learn about the festivals and celebrations in Kyoto, hosted by this majestic shrine for 1000 years.

Maruyama Park

We will end the tour in a beautiful local park with an 80 year old weeping cherry blossom tree. Expect a special festival hosted here during cherry blossom season, and colorful maple during autumn.

Ending Point

Maruyama Park, Gion area