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Cherry Blossom Viewing Walking Tour
Joined 2016
The tour starts at JR Kyoto Station at 9 AM. You will go to Demachi Yanagi Station by JR Nara Line and Keihan Line. From there you will begin walking. The main tourist attractions of this tour are Ginkaku-ji Temple ( the Silver Pavilion ), the Philosopher's Path, Nanzen-ji Temple, Heian Jingu Shrine Garden and Maruyama Park. The tour ends at Gion Shijo Station of Keihan Line.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
JR Kyoto Station
Ginkaku-ji Temple and the Philosopher's Path
Nanzen-ji Temple and Heian Jingu Shrine Garden
Maruyama Park, the Kamo River and the Gion area
Ending Point
Gion Shijo Station of Keihan Line
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Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee
transportation fee : ￥410 per person ( you and guide ),
entrance fee for Ginkaku-ji and Heian Shrine Garden : ￥1,100 per person
and lunch.
Tour Important Information
This is a limited-time tour from March 25th till April 5th in 2024.
The cherry blossom season varies from year to year and the day of your tour may be too early or too late for cherry blossoms.
At this time of the year it is occasionally still cold, so wear warm clothes, please.
Sneakers or walking shoes and portable umbrellas are desirable.
This is a limited-time tour from March 25 to April 5 in 2024 except on Saturdays and Sundays.
Important message from the supplier
It is desirable to carry overseas travel insurance because the guide is not liable for any damage or loss incurred during the tour. It is also requested to bring enough Japanese yen with you because some restaurants and taxis do not accept credit cards.
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 2016
About Tour Guide Yoshihisa T.
Hi. My name is Yoshihisa. Call me "Yoshie", please. It means good or O.K. in Japanese. I live in Joyo City, Kyoto Prefecture, located just in between Kyoto and Nara. I was born and raised in Iga, Mie Prefecture. Iga is a birthplace of ninja and a renowned haiku poet, Matsuo Basho. I might be a descendant of ninja. I aim at becoming a linguistic ninja, following a part of Basho's lifestyle with the incorporation of seasonal changes into my tours. In addition to visiting famous temples and shrines, I invite you to lesser-known places of historic interest.
Once in a month I go hiking or mountain climbing with some friends mainly in mountains surrounding Kyoto and Nara basins. Recently I have got intrigued by the charms of Buddhist statues, which are manifestations of people's wishes and prayers. I also like izakaya (Japanese-style taverns) hopping, tasting delicious dishes and locally brewed sake at reasonable prices. Especially I like communicating with people from home and abroad, talking face to face. Some of the above-mentioned elements are included in my walking tours. I hope you will discover new aspects of cultural and natural beauty in Kansai area through one of my tours which you could never gain otherwise.
One of my favorite phrases that come from Zen Buddhism is Ichigo Ichie or this meeting-but only once in a lifetime. My interpretation goes this way: This place and this moment never cross again. Each and every good encounter, however, lingers on like the sound of a temple bell. Won't you explore a deeper world of Japanese culture in Kyoto, Nara and Osaka with me?
Reviews
“Most Beautiful Autumn Day in Kyoto”
My husband and I had the best day in Kyoto with Yoshie; he truly epitomizes Japanese hospitality and kindness. From initial booking to the end our day at a friendly izakaya, Yoshie guided us through an amazing adventure through Kyoto. We traveled to so many places so efficiently that no time was wasted! Not only did he showed us the best of Kyoto’s sites, he gave us a history lesson at each which helped us understand and appreciate everything so much better. Yoshie had endless energy that amazed us! Better put on your roller skates because Yoshie will happily zig zag you through the most beautiful sites in Kyoto! Thank you Yoshie for giving us an incredible day in Kyoto and sharing your time with us. We hope to see you again!
Yoshihisa T.
Hi Hock. Thank you so much for your kind words of appreciation for my tour the other day. I am very pleased that you had a lucky chance of visiting Kyoto at the best time of autumn foliage. Especially, the colored maple leaves at Jojako-ji Temple were amazingly beautiful, weren't they? I hope you will come to Kyoto at cherry blossom season someday soon. With best wishes. Yoshie
“Highlight of our Japan Trip - Kyoto!”
My wife and I had a fantastic day exploring Kyoto with Yoshie. We took part in the Golden Route Tour, which covered a lot of ground and showcased breathtaking sights. Yoshie was an outstanding guide—knowledgeable, organized, and fluent in English. If I could give six stars, I absolutely would! It was a real pleasure, Yoshie—thank you! He guided us through all the key historical sites in northern Kyoto and demonstrated a profound understanding of Japanese history. His educational background was evident in how well he conveyed relevant historical information. We had an amazing day that included train and taxi rides, walking 13 km, and visiting incredible attractions. Along the way, we learned a great deal about Japan's history while taking in the stunning fall colors and capturing memorable photos. Yoshie-san is a skilled photographer who recommended perfect spots to highlight the beauty of the places we visited. We wholeheartedly recommend his tour to everyone and suggest taking advantage of his photography skills and knowledge. Thank you again, Yoshie-san!
Yoshihisa T.
Hi Pranav-san. I wholeheartedly appreciate your superb review for my tour, revised Golden Route. I also had a pleasant time, guiding and talking with you and your wife. I am delighted to learn that you enjoyed yourselves to the full, including the beautiful autumn scenery and photography. Thanks again for your heartwarming comment, Pranav-san.
“Fabulous tour of Kyoto”
We really enjoyed our tour with Yoshihisa. He really hit the highlights of Kyoto on our daylong tour. It was very well organized and his knowledge of the places we visited added so much to our experiencing one of the most beautiful and fascinating cities in Japan. I can not more highly recommend using him as your guide. You will not be disappointed.
Yoshihisa T.
Hi Alan. I really appreciate your kind review for my tour, My Favorite Golden Route. I had lots of fun guiding and talking with you and your family, too. I hope our paths will cross someday in the near future. Best wishes. Yoshie
$187/ per group
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