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Arashiyama Bamboo Grove to Takao One-day Hiking along the Mountain Stream
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Joined 2018
On this tour we will first visit Arashiyama area, one of the Kyoto's most famous tourist destinations, and Takao area which is famous for Jingo-ji temple and the World Heritage temple Kosan-ji. After walking through the Arashiyama Tenryuji Temple and its Bamboo Grove, We will walk on a trekking route along the beautiful mountain stream called "Kin-un-kei" gorge. After walking on the mountain path, the final highlight, World Heritage Kosan-ji Temple awaits you.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
JR Kyoto Station or at your hotel
- Pick you up at your hotel
Arasiyama area
We walk around Tenryu-ji Zen garden, one of the world heritage sites. The moment you get out of the temple, you probably happen to realize that you are in the midst of Arasiyama Bamboo Grove.
-Togetsu-kyo Bridge
-Tenryu-ji Temple (Sogenchi Garden)
-Bamboo Grove
Kiyotaki Bus Stop
We will start the trekking from this bus stop to Tobga-no-o Kosan-ji Temple.
-Kin-rei-kyo Bridge
-Dojiribashi Bridge
-Koizumibashi Bridge
(We Have "Bento" boxed lunch beside the river, If you like coffee or tea, I would like to prepare it for you.)
-Kiyotakibashi Bridge
Takao area
We will visit the World HeritageSite of Kosan-ji Temple. If yiou have time, let's visit Jingoji Temple too, famous for beautiful maple trees.
-Kosan-ji Temple
-(Jingo-ji Temple)
Togano-o Bus stop
We take a bus from Takao to downtown Kyoto.
See you off in downtown Kyoto
See you off around downtown Kyoto. I will show you some good restaurants or Japanese style bar called Izakaya. If you like, let's make a toast to the completion of our hike with sake!!
Ending Point
Downtown in Kyoto
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guiding fee, Guide's transportation and admission fees
Personal Expenses,Souvenirs,Public Transportation Tickets, Food, Drinks, Snacks
Tour Important Information
-It is recommended that you have IC transportation card such as Icoca, Suica Pasmo and others.
-In case of rain, we will travel from Arashiyama to Takao and Kosan-ji by using public transportation.
-Please prepare a light meal and drink for lunch
Important message from the supplier
I usually use public transportation systems such as trains, buses, taxi, and so on.
I like outdoor activities. If you would like to do hiking, cycling etc., please feel free to ask me in advance.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2018
About Tour Guide Koichi W.
Hi! I'm Koichi. I was born in Osaka, I studied in Kyoto when I was a university student. Now I live in Shiga next to Kyoto. I am a national government licensed tour guide. I have been guiding about 160 groups over the past twelve months.
I usually guide my customers mainly in Kansai region including Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Kobe and Shiga by public transportation systems.
Well, I am curious about Japanese history, especially the history of Japan's ancient times since I was raised next to the world biggest mausoleum of the ancient Emperor called "Nintoku" in Sakai city Osaka which has just become one of the world cultural heritage sites. I dug out some ancient earthen ware vessels around there when I was a primary school student like the adventure archaeologist “Indiana Jones" (It’s our secret!!). That was my hobby. Now, one of my hobbies is outdoor activities such as mountaineering, kayaking, skiing and others. So I would like to take you to some good places where you can enjoy Japanese unique nature.
I love to guide foreign visitors from all over the world. I think it is my calling or heavenly given job. Let's go and enjoy together! I hope to see you soon.
Reviews
Ryan J.
“Great day in Osaka”
We recently visited Osaka for the first time. We explored the city with Koichi-san. Our itinerary included many highlights including Osaka Castle, Shin sekai, Dotonburi, and more! Koichi-san provided great details about each sight, and took great pictures of us! It was great chatting all day and learning about Osaka from someone who lived there! I recommend Koichi-san for a fun and informative tour!
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Koichi W.
Thank you for the wonderful rating and heartwarming comments. Though it was a short time, I was truly delighted to share such a wonderful time with a nice couple like you. I also sincerely appreciate you accommodating my request and allowing us to toast with beer at that secret??? public spot. I look forward to seeing you again. Arigato and Ookini!! Kkoichi
Evelyn L.
“Excellent- Best Guide”
Koichi was the perfect guide. He was punctual and met us at our hotel early! He provided a brief overview and then off we went. This was the first time we’d used a guide and given this experience I wouldn’t hesitate to reserve with him again. . Koichi guided us to the key locations and provided us a brief historical background and context. Also helpful was he explained the layout of Kyoto train system and how to get around. Friendly and personable. I highly recommend him as a guide
Koichi W.
Thank you for giving me such a nice rating and comment. I am very happy to have been able to share a wonderful time with you. I was delighted that you learned and used some Kyoto dialect. This time, we did not have much time. So please come again in the near future, since I would like to show you more interesting places and things next time. Arigato and Ookini!!
Tom R.
“Great days with Koichi”
We had two and one half days in Kyoto with Koichi and he was a great guide. He is prompt, friendly and very knowledgeable. Kyoto is such an amazing place, my only regret is not spending a few more days. Will definitely come back another time.
Koichi W.
Thank you for your wonderful review and kind comments. It would be an honor to see you again in the near future. Please do come back to Japan, and to Kyoto. And feel free to reach out to me anytime, even if you don't have a specific reason. Arigato and Ookini!!
$361/ per group
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