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Walking tour in Eastern Kyoto

Fushimi-inari Ground Shrine

Chishaku-in with masterpieces

Chishaku-in garden

Kiyomizu Temple

Sanjusangendo Temple

Sannenzaka Slope

Fushimi-inari sunset

Tofukuji-tsuten bridge

Walking tour in Eastern Kyoto

Art, Culture, & Historical

Joined 2023

Shuji O.

4.94 / 5

(62 reviews)

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Kyoto

English

8 hours

Private tour (only you and Shuji O.)

Up to 8 people

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.

Itinerary

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

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

Tofukuji Temple

This is the absolute mecca for the fall foliage. Stunning!

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 artists) live.

I will explain where a geisha lives.

If you visit the museum, you can see the real Geisha.

05:00 PM

Ending Point

Your hotel or where you never get lost

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

What‘s included

guide fee, hotel pick-up

What‘s not included

- Transportation (you and the guide): train and subway (about 2000 JPY/per person)

- Lunch (you and the guide) 1200 - 3000 JPY/per person

- Tea: for a tea break: 700 JPY /per person

- Entrance fee: about 2000 JPY/person, no guide needed

If you visit the Gion Museum, it costs 3,100 JPY

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.

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 2023

Shuji O.

4.94 / 5

(62 reviews)

Identity Verified

Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Shuji O.

Hi, I am Shuji, a licensed tour guide living near Kansai International Airport.

I taught world history in high schools for four decades. So, I can explain Japanese culture or history in an easier way tailored to you who have different cultural and historical backgrounds.

I also practiced Kendo, Japanese fencing, for more than four decades, and now I enjoy growing vegetables and going fishing. Therefore, I can also share some Japanese culture and its nature.

I have traveled to more than 25 countries and all over Japan. I’m also passionate about photography and know many photogenic places in Japan.

If you prefer to go off the beaten track, I can take you to hidden gems, including some cozy restaurants. Of course, I also know how to enjoy the crowded, most popular tourist sites. I am here to make your trip stress-free. See you soon!

Reviews

Dana W.

5 / 5

Feb 2, 2026

Visiting Nara from Osaka ～truly the must-see place in Japan～

Feb 2, 2026

Osaka

8 hours

“Nara Park is key to visit”

We have an interesting visit to Nara Park which we learnt.

Shuji O.

Thank you for your review. You were very good at traveling, especially for your age. We enjoyed the statues and shrines. I hope you enjoyed the nice restaurant we went to for lunch. Thank you for choosing my tour for the last part of your trip to Japan. I hope this trip makes great memories for both of you!

Dana W.

5 / 5

Jan 22, 2026

Trip to the Shirahama area

Jan 22, 2026

Wakayama

6 hours

Customized

“The Hongu temple is outstanding to learn about as well as the Turkey Museum history created an excellent relationship between Japan and Turkey.”

We have learnt from Shuji O on Japan history, traditions & culture.

Shuji O.

Thank you for the kind words! Yes, we learned many things. First, we learned about the culture of Kumano. Second, we learned about the good relations between Turkey and Japan. We visited the museum where we learned about the sad and touching stories of the Turkish ship. During a storm, Japanese people saved many Turkish sailors. Thank you for a great experience. I was happy to be with you both.

Dana W.

5 / 5

Jan 15, 2026

Pick up at the ariport

Jan 15, 2026

Osaka

2 hours

Customized

“See and learn more about Japan”

Shuji San provide all over information on Osaka, Wakayama, Nara ++ We want to see the 2nd tier city like Wakayama this trip as we want to see and understand more on Wakayama. We have a good brief from Shuji San. Shuji San provides over all attractions information which attracts us to return.

Shuji O.

Thank you very much for your kind words! It was a pleasure meeting such intelligent people. I'm so excited to share my thoughts, and I was so surprised by your profound understanding of Japanese culture. I look forward to seeing you again!