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One day trip to explore Okusaga, western Kyoto's hidden gem
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Joined 2025
Are you tired of the crowds? Let's explore Kyoto’s western treasures. Begin at the peaceful Ōtagi Nenbutsu-ji, famous for its hundreds of whimsical stone statues. Then walk along the historic Atago Kaidō to Jōjakkō-ji Temple. Stroll through the magical Bamboo Grove and visit Tenryū-ji, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
After lunch, we’ll head to Ryōan-ji, world-renowned rock garden, and finish at the glittering Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), one of Kyoto’s most iconic landmarks.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel
- Any hotels in Kyoto city
Otagi nenbutsuji temple
Begin with a visit to this unique, peaceful temple known for its 1,200 playful Rakan statues.
Atago kaido
Walk along Atago Kaidō (30 min)
Enjoy a historic path lined with mossy stone walls, thatched Japanese homes, and peaceful ambiance. There are various small shops and coffee shops. There is a very spacial pottery store on the street.
Macha Tea break
There are sevral coffee shops or tea houses where we can have a break.
JoJakkoji temple
A serene hillside temple offering calm gardens & scenic views
Bamboo forest
Walk through Kyoto’s famous arched bamboo forest for an ethereal experience.
Tenryuji temple
A UNESCO World Heritage temple renowned for its beautiful gardens
Lunch in Arashiyama
Choose from riverside cafés or local restaurants serving Kyoto-style cuisine.
Ryoanji temple
Famous across the world for its Zen rock garden—quiet and contemplative.
Kinkakuji temple
A dazzling temple covered in gold leaf, reflecting beautifully on its pond.
Ending Point
At 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
* Admission fees ¥2600 per person (Including all temples)
* Taxi fee about ¥4000 - 8000 for 4 people
( If we take a public transport instead of taxi, it will be about 1500 yenes per person. )
* Lunch ¥1500 - ¥2500 per person
* Admission fees, transport fee and lunch for guide.
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 2025
About Tour Guide Fumi U.
I have spent nearly 30 years working in a Government organization, contributing to development projects in Latin America and African countries. During this time, I cultivated strong cross-cultural understanding and effective communication skills.
For the past 10 years, I have lived in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Guanajuato, Mexico, where I managed a guesthouse, operated a jewelry workshop, and provided guided tours. Through these experiences, I have developed a deep sense of hospitality and attentiveness, ensuring that visitors have a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Leveraging these skills, I am dedicated to sharing the beauty of Japan with international guests and creating unforgettable travel experiences.
Reviews
Juan m A.
“Excellent ”
Fumi is a very nice and happy person, she is very profesional and knowledgeable she provides very interesting information and curios data about all the places we visited we are very grateful with her and higly recomend her as a guide. Thank you again Fumi!!
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Fumi U.
Muchas gracias por escribir una reseña tan maravillosa. Me alegra mucho que hayan disfrutado del tour. Ustedes tienen un profundo conocimiento de la historia japonesa, y fue un placer guiarlos. Por favor, contáctenme nuevamente la próxima vez que visiten Kioto. ¡Disfruten su viaje a Japón!
Amelia B.
“Kyoto highlights”
Fumi was a great guiide. She met us on time, spoke fantastic English, she was informative, helpful, funny. She took us to Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine, the Geisha area of Gion (where we actually saw three geishas) and the Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Fabulous day, thank you Fumi U.
Fumi U.
Thank you so much for writing a wonderful review. I'm very happy that you enjoyed the tour. We were lucky enough to encounter a geisha that day. It was an honor to have been able to guide you both, even if only for a short time. I look forward to your next visit.
Techdaddio T.
“A happy, happy, day in Kyoto with a great guide”
Eight hours is a long day of touring the sights of Kyoto but it was a breeze with Fumi as our guide. The temples and shrines we visited were all amazing but different from each other. Fumi was great at teaching a bit about Japanese history and culture at each sight to help provide context to what we were seeing. (The teaching graphics she carried were so good we found ourselves taking pictures of them in addition to the sights we were seeing.) Above all, Fumi was so capable, happy and energetic it made what could have been a tiring day an absolute joy. Thank you Fumi for the very memorable day in Kyoto !
Fumi U.
Thank you so much for writing a wonderful review. I'm very happy that you enjoyed the tour. I was impressed by your excellent physical stamina. I also thoroughly enjoyed guiding you around, as you both possess a deep understanding of world history. I would be delighted if you would contact me again when you visit Kyoto. I hope you return home safely with lots of happy memories.
$189/ per group
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Zen temples with beautiful gardens, Fushimi Inari and Bamboo Forest
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The Old Heart of Kyoto: Gion & Higashiyama
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