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Konchi-in and Tenju-an---beautiful gardens
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Joined 2014
Konchi-in Temple is one of the subordinte temples of Nanzen-ji Temple, which is the head temple of the Nanzen-ji branch of Rinzai Sect of Zen Buddhism. Originally founded by the priest Daigo in the 15th Century in the Kitayama ourskirt of the morthern section of Kyoto City, it was later transferred to its present place by the priest Suden. For more than 25years in the early 17th century, Suden, who was also known as the "prime minister in the black robe", dominated in the fields of politics,diplamacy and culture.
All of the present buildings of Nanzen-ji Temple were constructed in the 16th century. Moreover many of them are designated as "Important Cultural Assets". Konchi-in has a famous dry landscape garden, Crane and Turrle garden. Tenju-an has two gardens, east and southgardens.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At Keage Stastion of Kyoto City subway Exit 2
Konchi-in, Tenjuan, Nanzennji
Nanzenn-ji Main gate
Twisted Tunnel
Ending Point
At Keage Station of Kyoto City subway
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Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee
Konchi-in entrance fee 400yen /person
If you want inside the temple to see the paintings and tea rooms, you need about 700yen more.
Tour Important Information
Important message from the supplier
I can guide in Kyoto,Nara Osaka and Shiga.
I live in Kyoto city so my transportation fee is needed if I guide in Nara Osaka and Shiga.
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 2014
About Tour Guide Toshiyo O.
I was born and raised in Kyoto.Kyoto has a lot of things to see and experience. Kyoto is an ancient city with a lot of world heritage.
I am happy to show you both traditonal aspects of Japan and modern things.
I use public transportation and I am good at walking.
Also I am very flexible.
Reviews
Joe T.
“1 Day (x2) customized tour Kyoto”
We spent two wonderful days touring Kyoto with Toshiyo, and we could not have asked for a better guide. Being locally born and raised in Kyoto, she brought an authentic, insider perspective to the places we visited. Our itinerary was quite busy, but Toshiyo managed our time brilliantly—we saw everything we wanted to without ever feeling rushed. Her English is very good, and she was wonderfully flexible when we needed to adjust our plans. Beyond her professional skills, she is just a genuinely kind and lovely person to spend time with. Highly recommended!
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Toshiyo O.
Dear Joe Thank you very very much for having me as your guide for 2 days and writing the review. I really hope you enjoyed learning and feeling our unique Japanese culture. Thank you for sharing your English culture and history. Domo Arigatou gozaimashita. Okini!! Toshiyo
Jason F.
“Excellent 1 day tour with transport”
This was a great way to get around efficiently to the major temples. We learned alot and felt safe and comfortable in Toshiyo's car. She is very kind and good with our kids. Highly recommended.
Toshiyo O.
Thank you so much for having me as your guide and writing me the kind review. I was much impressed with very talented beautiful family. Thank you.
Melanie S.
“Great Guide”
Toshiyo took us to many places. She even waited for us to get our train tickets. She was very kind and was very knowledgeable.
Toshiyo O.
Thank you very much for having me as your guide. I am much impressed with your lovely family relationship. I hope you will come back in spring or November. Thank you. Toshiyo
$96/ per group
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