Exclusive tour for handmade-lovers and Ginkakuji Temple
Joined 2018
There are many flea markets held in Kyoto on only one day in every month. In this tour, first, we will visit Ginkakuji Temple, and then, another temple where the famous handmade flea market is held. If you are interested in handmade, you will surely have a lot of fun! Only held on the 15th day of every month.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel (lobby)(in Kyoto)
Ginkakuji Temple: This temple was built by the order of shogun in the 15th century and officially known as Jishoji-Temple.
This temple is famous for the two storied pavillion and its nickname, 'Silver Pavillion' even though no silver is used.
You can enjoy a beautiful sand garden represents the Zen aestheticisim of Wabi-Sabi.
Chionji Temple: This temple is the Grand Head Temple of the Jodo(pure land) sect, and now this temple is famous for the handmade flea market held on the 15th day of every month.
Every 15th day of each month, they hold the handmade market in the precinct of this temple. You will be amazed at the number of the shops and their quality, if you are interested in handmade. You may have the most enjoyable time and can buy the good souvenirs for your family and friends. The market is held on rainy days, too. (For your reference, I stayed there for two hours on a hot day. My friends who like handmade very much stayed there for four hours even on a hot day in summer!)
Shopping Japanese old cloth in the downtown.
There are shops which sell old cloth, such as of kimono, in the downtown. You can buy some for your handmade.
Ending Point
Gion district (near Gion Shijyo Station), however, I will show you how to go back to your hotel.
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
Guide fee, hotel pick up in Kyoto area
Transportation fee (you and your guide)
Entrance fee: Ginkakuji Temple, 500 Japanese yen/person
Lunch (you and your guide)
Tour Important Information
* Please note that we will use public transportation.
* I recommend you start this tour at your at 8:30, because we want to visit Ginkakuji Temple before it gets crowded and then move to the flea market earlier.
* If you want to stay at the flea market shorter or longer, on that day, I can arrange the shedule.(flexible)
This tour will be available on 15th day of each month. Please refer to the calendar.
Important message from the supplier
If you book me early, I can exchange mails with you many times to know what you want to do in details, collect information and prepare a lot for your plan. Please don't hesitate to ask me anything in advance.
I can guide you in the morning almost every day.(from 8:30 or 9:00 AM till 13:00 or 13:30PM)
This year, in case of the full day tour, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, are available.
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 Tomoe S.
Hello! My name is Tomoe. I'm a national licensed guide interpreter(English). I made my page here, TripleLights in October 2018. Thank you for finding me.
I was born and grew up in Otsu,Shiga, which is the next city of Kyoto.
I graduated from the university in Kyoto and lived there for four years due to my husband's job.
I like history and like to visit temples in Nara.
My hobby is to plan trips and have visited many cities and towns in Japan and abroad. One of my favorite places is the AIRPORT!!
I have enjoyed meeting and guiding people from abroad, to sightseeing spots in my country.
I really want many people from abroad to enjoy visiting many places and have wonderful experiences in my country. I'll be really happy if I can have such experiences with you!!
Please tell and ask me if there are any places which you want to visit and anything which you want to do in my country. I'll plan the trip only for you.
I am cheerful and always positive. I like to talk with people. I would like to talk with many people from many countries. Please tell me about your country, too!!
I'm looking forward to seeing you!!
* If you want, I will take you back to your hotel (within the time or with the extra hourly rate)
Or, I will show you how to go back to your hotel when we finish the tour.
* If you want, I will give you some advice about what to and where to eat your lunch/dinner.
Reviews
Yael M.
“An excellent day with the best guide”
Tomoe made our visit to Kyoto so meaningful! She helped us plan the visit when we prepared for it. We spent a full day with her and enjoyed her kind and knowledgeable company. She explained and answered all our questions, and took us to all the major attractions around the city. A perfect day! Thank you Tomoe!
Tomoe S.
Dear Yael, Thank you very much for your amazing review so soon! I was so happy that you have still remembered me since you canceled my tour due to COVID pandemic in 2020, and then, booked me again after 5 years! What a precious day you gave me! I enjoyed visiting every place with you. It's like to spend time with my old friend. Thank you very much again for booking me. I do hope that I can see you again! TOMOE
Tana W.
“Some good, some bad ”
The first part of our day and lunch were nice, we visited beautiful temples which for the most part were less crowded during this time of year and that part was appreciated. The second part of the day was poorly planned. We basically finished the tour far ahead of schedule and wandered around exceptionally crowded streets to no end. Can't say the tour ended on a great note for us at all but we appreciate the effort nonetheless.
Tomoe S.
Dear Tana, Thank you very much for taking time to write your precious comment. It was a hot day in April, and I'm relieved to hear that you are satisfied with visiting Kiyomizudera Temple, Nanzenji Temple, Silver Pavilion and Tofukuji Temple. In the afternoon, however, we walked to Yasaka Jinjya Shirine, Pontocho, and Nishiki Market among many people. Thank you for walking with me. I was happy to spend a day with you, nice people from Russia because it's been ages since I have guests from your country last time. I wanted to do my best so that you will have a good day. Thank you very much for booking me. I hope that you will enjoy your trip. TOMOE
Vihar B.
“Kyoto tour”
Had a wonderful time with our guide. Very knowledgeable with getting around and the historical aspects of the sites which we visited. She custom made a tour for us with what we wanted to experience. Took all the thinking and stress away. Would recommend using her to see sites in Kyoto. Will definitely recommend to my close friends and family if they visit Kyoto. Spoke perfect English and we learned a-lot in one day.
Tomoe S.
Dear Vihar, Thank you very much for taking time to write your wonderful review. I'm glad to hear that you liked my tour. I had a nice day with you, such a nice family, too! I hope that you will enjoy the rest of your trip in my country. Thank you very much for booking my tour. TOMOE
$190/ per group
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