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Walking tour in Eastern Kyoto

Art, Culture, & Historical
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Since there are so many beautiful places densely in eastern Kyoto, we can take a walking tour there. Please add or skip some. This is an example of a walking tour in eastern Kyoto, emphasizing history and culture. We will use the train only once or twice.

Kyoto Tour Guide - Shuji O.
Shuji O.
4.91 / 5
(11 reviews)
09:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

at your hotel lobby in Kyoto or the station

09:30 AM

Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine

Popular for the countless vermilion Torii Gates

We will use the JR or the Keihan line to get there.

10:40 AM

A hidden gem. Highly recommended.

It has a nice nickname 'Rainbow Moss Temple.'

Very nice architecture. You can sit quietly and enjoy the beautiful garden.

You can enjoy tea (only in autumn).

Take a train to Shichijo

12:00 PM

Sanjusangendo Temple

The longest wooden building in the world, with a thousand Buddha statues inside. It was built in the 12th century.

Amazing space!

12:40 PM

Lunch

Lunch at casual restaurant

01:30 PM

Chishakuin Temple

A unique temple that has a wonderful garden and beloved masterpieces of the 16th century with a sad story. This temple is the headquarters of one Buddhist school which has a full of ups and downs history.

Walk to the Kiyomizu Temple.

02:30 PM

Kiyomizu Temple

Stunning views and unique architecture.

Must-see in Kyoto

Walk to Higashiyama Hills (sannenzaka, ninennzaka)

03:30 PM

Higashiyama Hills (Sannenzaka hills)

Atmospheric hills to Yasaka area.

Downhill course with stairs. There are many shops, restaurants, and temples alongside. Photogenic spot.

04:00 PM

Gion district

The historical area where Geisha (female artist) lives.

I will explain in which house a geisha lives.

We shouldn't be Paparazzi.

05:00 PM

Ending Point

Your hotel or where you never get lost

Ending Point

At your hotel

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What‘s included

guide fee, hotel pick-up

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What‘s not included

transportation fee (you and the guide) for a train (about 400 yen/per person)

lunch

admission fees (about 2000 yen/per person, no guide needed)

Tour Important Information

We will walk on the paved road. But we go up and down stairs. So, please put on easy walking shoes. Please take water with you. Please walk with your speed. There are so many photo spots.

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I can guide you in Hiroshima or Kanazawa if you pay my transportation fee.

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Kyoto Tour Reviews

Osaka tour

Suji is a responsible guide.

Jee M.

Thank you for your high rating. We found that Osaka Castle and Aqualiner can be enjoyed even if you use a wheelchair. Thank you for listening to some stories about Nakanoshima and Osaka Castle. I hope I could satisfy your interests. Have a nice time for the rest of your trip to Japan.

Great guide with good historical knowledge

Shuji’s English was very good and we really enjoyed our conversations with him. As a former history teacher his in depth knowledge of the region provided us with a better understanding of Japanese history, religion, and culture. He was well prepared for our day trip to Nara. We would highly recommend him.

Carey E.

Thank you very much for your kind words. Even though we changed our itinerary drastically just two days before, we were very happy with our trip. Yes, I can be flexible. We had a lot in common that made me feel special. I'm so glad you had a good last day in Japan. I hope your long flight home is comfortable. Thank you very much.

Super time in kyoto

We had a great time in Kyoto. A beautiful city in every aspect. Shuji our guide showed us the beautiful highlights of the area and he also showed us lots of beautiful gardens which we love to look at. He was a very nice person and we enjoyed having him as our guide.

Rita H.

Thank you for the great review. We enjoyed lots of cherry blossoms everywhere, including a hidden gem. I hope you enjoy the rest of your trip to Japan. Thank you very much.

$317/ per group

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