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Kyoto Hiking tour Fushimi Inari to sanjusangen-do
Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for many torii gates like an orange tunnel. But most tourists just visit only the entrance. I would like to show you the deep inside of Fushimi Inari Shrine through tunnel and take you to the top of mountain. From Inari mountain, we will walk a part of “Higashiyama Trail” hiking course, then we will visit the family temple of imperial house and Sanjusangen-do temple.
Meeting Point
JR Kyoto Station
JR Kyoto Station
Meet you at JR Kyoto Station
Fushimi Inari Grand Shrine
First, we will visit Fushimi-Inari Shrine which is famous for many orange gates called Torii. Torii literally means that your wishes will be granted. Let's go there and wish for something.
Top of Mt. Inari ( Hight is 233 meters above sea level)
We are climbing up to the top of Mt.Inari walking through many Torii gates just like an orange tunnel. You may feel a strange atmosphere in the sacred mountain.
Trekking In Higashiyama(Eastern Mountains) from Mt.Inari to Sennyuji Temple
Let's enjoy trekking on the mountain path and historical street. You can enjoy panoramic views from the path.
Sennyuji Temple, which is the family temple of the Emperor
It can be said that Sennyuji Temple is not so well known temple even among Japanese people, but I think It is the one of hidden gems in Kyoto. Because this temple has been family temple of the emperors and their families since olden times.You can see some beautiful wooden buildings with chrysanthemum crests on the ground.
Sanjusangen-do temple
After having lunch, we are going to Sanjusangen-do temple. This temple is very famous for many statues of Kanon Bodhisattva, deity of mercy. It houses 1001 life-sized statues of Kanon and one main image, originally constructed in Heian period( 12th century). It's also famous for Japan's major archery contest.
JR Kyoto station
See you off at Sanjusangen-do temple or Kyoto station
Ending Point
JR Kyoto Station
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Inclusions & Exclusions
-My services as your Tour Guide
-My transportation fare
* This tour might be extended due to various circumstances such as weather conditions etc. In such case, I would NOT charge any extra guide fee.
-Transportation fare (150JPY for JR from Kyoto Sta. to Inari Sta.)
-"Bento" Boxed Lunch,drinks, and snacks
-Entrance fees (Sennyuji(500JPY) temple and Sanjusangendo(600JPY) temple)
-Personal expenses
-Taxi fare from Sanjusangen-do temle to JR Kyoto Station: around 1,000 JPY (if needed)
*It takes you about 20 minutes to walk to Kyoto Station.
Tour Important Information
You are going to walk in Inari Mountain area for about three hours. So I recommend you should wear sneakers or hiking shoes and bring a rain wear or umbrella in case of shower, and also bring some water and snacks to appease your thirst and hunger temporarily.
You can have Obento lunch (Boxed lunch) in the Inariyama mountain if you like. Some good Obento and bottles of drink are sold at Kyoto station.
In case of rain, I would like to take you to Fushimi Inari shrine (the main hall and a part of orange tunnel ), Tofukuji big Zen temple, Sennyuji, and Sanjusangen-do by train, bus or taxi.
Important message from the guide
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
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(49 reviews)Hi! Lana san, Thank you for using my guiding srvice this time and giving me such a nice review. Arigato very much!! I hope to see you and your lovely friends in th near future. Please enjoy the rest of your journey!! Koichi
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“Best guide we had during our trip to Japan!”
We had a few tour guides during our Japan trip and Koichi was definitely the best! He really cared and took pride in his job. He went the extra mile and we learned so much with him during our 2 day tour. I highly recommend Koichi!
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Koichi-san! My husband and I had such an amazing time in Kyoto with Koichi-san for our 3 day tour. He is very knowledgeable. I loved all the experiences he showed us and food recommendations. We definitely saw parts of Japan we never would have seen otherwise! We even got try the first sushi! He really went the extra mile to show us Kyoto area. I highly recommend, Koichi-san! Ookini!!!!
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