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Kyoto Private Tour - Sanmon gate at Nanzenji temple
Sanmon gate at Nanzenji temple
Kyoto Private Tour - Philosopher's Path from Ginkakuji to Nanzenji
Philosopher's Path from Ginkakuji to Nanzenji
Kyoto Private Tour - Ginkakuji Silver Temple
Ginkakuji Silver Temple
Kyoto Private Tour - Panoramic view from the Daimoji mountain
Panoramic view from the Daimoji mountain
Kyoto Private Tour - Philosopher's Path
Philosopher's Path
Kyoto Private Tour - Ginkakuji Abbot's quater called Hojo
Ginkakuji Abbot's quater called Hojo
Kyoto Private Tour - Mt.Daimoji Fire-place for Sending off spirits fire
Mt.Daimoji Fire-place for Sending off spirits fire
Kyoto Private Tour - Nanzenji Aqueduct
Nanzenji Aqueduct
Kyoto Private Tour - Nanzenji Autumn  Foliage
Nanzenji Autumn Foliage

Kyoto Mt. Daimonji Hiking Tour -Nanzenji to Ginkakuji Silver Temple -

Nature & Outdoor
Kyoto Tour Guide - Koichi W.

Joined 2018

Koichi W.
4.97 / 5
(100 reviews)
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Kyoto
Japanese (Native), English
6 hours
Private tour (only you and Koichi W.)
Up to 7 people

Aren't you tired of busy sightseeing spots a little bit? Don't you want to move your body, and enjoy workout on the mountain path with calm historical sites? . I recommend this trekking tour. This tour involves hiking from Yamashina Bishamondo temple to Ginkakuji Silver Pavillion via Higashiyama trekking route and Mt. Daimonji with its panoramic view.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

08:00 AM

Meeting Point

JR Kyoto Station or Your hotel

08:00 AM

Your Hotel

Pick you up at your hotel

09:00 AM

Nanzenji Temple

It is the head temple of the Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism, and although it was originally built as an Imperial villa in 1264, it is famous for big wooden gate and its gardens. We walk through the ground of the temple.

10:00 AM

Mountain path in the Eastern Mountains of Kyoto

Trekking in eastern mountains through small valley from Nanzenji temple

10:30 AM

Mt.Daimonji

Enjoy breathtaking view from the Eastern Mountains (Mt.Daimonji) *How about a coffee break on the top?

11:30 AM

Ginkakuji (Silver pavilion)

Originally built as a villa for the 8th shogun of Muromachi period, Ashikaga Yoshimasa. Ginkakuji is a typical example of the "wabi-sabi" beauty.

12:30 PM

Lunch

Let's find a nice restaurant near the Silver Temple and have lunch!

01:00 PM

Philosopher's Path to Nanzenji

Walking along the Philosopher's Path from Silver Pavilion to Nanzenji Temple

02:00 PM

Higashiyama Subway Station

See you off at Higasiyama Subway Station, and Kanpai (Cheers) for your completion.

Ending Point

Higashiyama Subway Station or Ginkakuji temple (depending on the fitness level of your group and the weather conditions)

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

-Guiding fee

* 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.

What‘s not included

-Transportation fare

-Lunch

-Drinks and snacks

-Entrance fees (Ginkakuji(600JPY/person) temple) *If you like to enter.

-Other personal expenses

Tour Important Information

I recommend you should wear sneakers or hiking shoes and bring a rain wear or an umbrella in case of shower, and also bring some bottles of water and snacks to appease your thirst and hunger temporarily sine we will walk about 4 hours in mountainous area maximum height is 470 meters above sea level.

You can have "Onigiri" rice ball lunch or sandwiches on the mountain if you like. Some good portable boxed lunches and bottles of drink are sold at Kyoto station. If you hope,I can serve you a cup (my handmade) of regular coffee or tea during the tour.

There is no restroom during mountainous area from Bishamondo to Ginkakuji.

Nanzenji is our tour's goal, but depending on the fitness level of your group and the weather conditions, Ginkakuji might be our goal.

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
Kyoto Tour Guide - Koichi W.

Joined 2018

Koichi W.
4.97 / 5
(100 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

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

All Day With Kochi in Kobe and Osaka

We had an absolutely fantastic time with Kochi. We had a 9 hours booked with him and it went by in the blink of an eye. He is knowledgeable, funny, energetic, and just an all-around great guy. We had such a wonderful time learning about the history and culture of Osaka and Kobe and even shared an incredible lunch at a local restaurant. I highly recommend Kochi and this tour. It was like seeing Japan with a dear friend.

Scott G.

Koichi W.

Thank you very much for giving me such a rating and your heart-warming comments. I am delighted to have had the opportunity to spend time with such a wonderful couple. If you ever have the chance to visit Japan again, I would love for you to come and visit Shiga, where I live. Arigato and Ookini very much!! Koichi

Excellent tour for family with kids - 10/10 recommend!

We did an 8 hour tour with Koichi and had a fabulous time. He was incredibly patient with our two children 7 and 10), and he did a great job balancing explaining the history to us, while also finding engaging ways to teach our children about Japanese history and tradition as well. We saw more than I had hoped for, learned a lot, and had fun along the way. He took us to a great local spot for lunch and showed us local treats. We booked the tour for our first full day in Kyoto and it also helped us get our bearings for the city. Another unexpected bonus was all the family photos we got - Koichi was great about recommending where we would want great shots! My only regret was not booking him for more than 1 day, as we would have loved to see other parts of Kyoto or Japan with him! We will absolutely be reaching out to book another tour with him, when we return to Japan next!!

Lacey H.

Koichi W.

Hi! Thank you so much for the wonderful review and your heartwarming message. Although our time together was brief, I look back fondly on the moments I spent with you and your family. Spending time with your lovely child was a truly joyful experience for me. Please do come back to Japan—and to Kyoto—if you ever have the chance. By the time I see your child again, I’m sure they’ll have grown quite a bit.

Koichi was a wonderful and thoughtful guide!

We truly enjoyed Koichi guiding us thru Kyoto. He was a wealth of information. If you want to discover Kyoto and learn all about it’s history and the meaning behind everything, you need to have Koichi guide you. His hidden talent is photography!! He made wonderful pictures of us to remember this memorable day! Thank you so much Koichi for a wonderful experience. We will come and visit again.

Isabelle M.

Koichi W.

Hi! Thank you for giving me such a nice rating and heartwarming comments. I am truly honored to have had the opportunity to meet such a wonderful couple. Though our time together was brief, I am genuinely happy we shared such a delightful time. I hope we can meet again in the near future. Please do visit my hometown of Shiga next time. Arigato-gozaimasu!! Koichi

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