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Edo period atmosphere and modern art fuse together
Tokyo
6 hours
Monzennakacho and Kiyosumi-Shirakawa are attractive for their historic townscapes that retain traces of the Edo period. Dotted with cafes and galleries in renovated old machiya houses, the area offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity. Don't miss the historic temples and shrines such as Tomioka Hachiman Shrine and Fukagawa Fudo Hall. Kiyosumi Garden is also popular for its beautiful seasonal scenery. Recommended for those who wish to avoid the crowds and have a relaxing time.
FROM$281/ per group
Yoshie Y.
5.00 / 5
(19 reviews)
Kyoto's UNESCO World Heritage Sites: A Guided Sightseeing Tour
Kyoto
8 hours
Kyoto, built over centuries, is renowned for its stunning temples & shrines. In this 8-hour tour, we will explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Ryoan-ji Temple, famous for its Zen rock garden, Kinkaku-ji Temple, the iconic Golden Pavilion, and Kiyomizu-dera Temple, known for its breathtaking views. I will provide historical insights into each site, enriching your visit. Additionally, you’ll have the chance to wander Kyoto’s historic streets.
FROM$562/ per group
Ahmed A.
4.73 / 5
(41 reviews)
Hidden Christian Pilgrimage ⑥: Sotome (from Nagasaki)
Nagasaki
7 hours
Visit the major pilgrimage spots of NISHI-SONOGI area including 2 of 12 World heritage sites(Hidden Christian)of Nagasaki region. Tour time will be flexible from 6 to 9 hours depends on the numbers of highlight spots which you visit. You can choose highlight spots to visit. Some spots need admission fee.
FROM$281/ per group
Yukihiro (Hero)行博
4.95 / 5
(43 reviews)
Overnight tirp to Kumano Kodo, Nachi Waterfalls, Kumano Shrines and more - from Wakayama
Wakayama
2 days
This is an overnight trip to Kumano from Wakayama. On the first day, we will walk Kumano Kodo Daimonzaka which is the final and most beautiful part of Kumano Kodo for two hours to visit Kumano Nachi Shrine, Nachisan Seigantoji temple and the Nachi waterfalls. We will stay at Katsuura Hot Spring Resort to enjoy natural hot springs. On the second day, we will visit Kumano Hayatama Shrine and Kamikura shrine to explore Kumano more.
FROM$843/ per group
Hiroyuki T.
4.97 / 5
(166 reviews)
Two days Door to Door tour of Kyoto & Nara from Tokyo
Tokyo
2 days
This tour is for those who want to visit Kyoto and Nara, by staring at your hotel in Tokyo and returning there. The guiding cost doesn't include the following costs: Transportation 33,000, Admission 4,000, Hotel 15,000, Meal 5,000 JPY per person. (See what's not included). You can choose your favorite routes in Kyoto and Nara from the followings. Three routes in Kyoto; {1A. Miyabi/ 1B. Golden/ 1C. History} Two routes in Nara; {2A. Highlight/ 2B. Heritage}
FROM$421/ per group
Yuki K.
4.78 / 5
(382 reviews)
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[Matubara street] Hanging around east-west street in Kyoto
Kyoto
5 hours
There are many old streets in old capital Kyoto area. I design a walking tour set of 31 streets.You can see the true Kyoto in this tour which is not in current tourism. It is like Kyoto of 30 years ago.In some streets, You could see traditional dying shops for Yuzen which is a traditional dyeing method of Kyoto.You can visit some of the shops and I will interpret between the shop owner and you.
FROM$162/ per group
Yoshiharu K.
4.72 / 5
(57 reviews)
Must-see Highlights w/ SAKE Tasting
Tokyo
9 hours
We will visit the must-see spots in Tokyo: Meiji Jingu Shrine, East Gardens and Asakusa with Nakamise Souvenir Shopping Streets. Sightseeing spots in Tokyo is widely spread. At the end of the tour, we will do SAKE TASTING. You might find the sake list overwhelming but I would advise you which ones to drink as a Kikisake-shi.
FROM$306/ per group
Yoko T.
4.83 / 5
(151 reviews)
Tour of the Great Buddha of Nara
Nara
4 hours
(Highlights) The Great Buddha of Nara is a magnificent structure weighing some 500 tons. Originally built in 752 AD, the stature is 15.9 meters high excluding the pedestal and its face 4.8 meters long. Subsequently, it was damaged by natural disasasters, fires and wars and was repaired several times. It was completely rebuilt in the Edo period (1603-1867). You will be amazed at the splendid image of the Great Buddha calmly seated on the pedestal with the look of a perfect repose and passionless calm. His right hand shows mercy and left hand, the wisdom of the universe. The building housing this huge image, The Great Buddha Hall of Todaiji Temple, is the largest existing wooden structure in the world, having an area of 54 meters by 49 meters and a height of 45 meters. It was burned down by a fire twice, but was rebuilt in the Edo period. (How to enjoy) You will be amazed at how huge the Buddha image is. Immerse yourself in the solemn atmosphere it creates amid the odor of burning incense, wonder at the ancient technology and the wisdom and the devotion of people. After all, you will never end up not being deeply impressed with the aura the "Daibutsu-sama" Great Buddha emits. Everywhere around the Great Buddha Hall, in the meantime, you can enjoy mixing with tame deer which do you no harm but ask you for food, "shika-sembei", which is being sold at the nearby stalls for 150 yen a pack containing some 50 grams of the deer food. You will feel very happy feeding, stroking and hugging the cute animal whose number exceeds, perhaps, 100. (Others) The transportation fare between Kyoto and Nara on a Kintetsu train is 620 yen (plus 510 yen if you take a limited express train). The entrance fee to Todaiji temple is 600 yen.
FROM$107/ per group
Tatsuhiro N.
4.56 / 5
(62 reviews)
Arashiyama Sagano Bamboo Forest
Kyoto
8 hours
I from Arashiyama to Sagano, one of the finest spots in Kyoto. In particular the view form Togetsukyo Bridge crossing over Katsura River is very impressive. Arashiyama is populary known for cherry blossoms in spring and beautifully changing colors of autumn leaves in autumn. You can enjoy walking through bamboo forests. They give us a sense of coolness, especially on May and June they grow lushly. We visit Otagi and Adashino Nenbutsuji Temple with many small unuque statues.
FROM$298/ per group
Hideo Y.
4.60 / 5
(182 reviews)
Autumn Tints Tour along Higashiyama Area with Extra Garden
Kyoto
5 hours
It is a time to enjoy the Autumn leaves. Let's visit Nanzenji Temple, Eikando Temple, Ginkakuji Temple and garden along the Philosopher's Path and realize the colour combination of Japanese Maple Tints, from green, Yellow, Orange, Red to dark colour.
FROM$228/ per group
Eric T.
4.88 / 5
(52 reviews)
Tokyo tour of traditional and modern spots (case2)
Tokyo
8 hours
This tour include several essential sights such as scenic & historical spots, traditional and modern culture spots, the most advanced atmosphere exeperience of both graceful & sophisticated town and the most crowded amusement town. You will be impressed with the combination of Japanese traditional old town atomosphere and the most bustling area with advanced modern culture & entertainment.
FROM$246/ per group
Kashima H.
4.68 / 5
(79 reviews)
Wabi & Sabi -temples with gardens in Kyoto Higashiyama and more
Kyoto
7 hours
This tour focuses on the Zen temples with Wabi-Sabi gardens in Higashiyama such as Tenju-an, Nanzen-ji and Ginkaku-ji the Silver Pavilion. We will walk on Higashiyama where we can sense the Higashiyama Culture which is a fusion of the samurai, imperial court and Zen.
FROM$337/ per group
Hiroyuki T.
4.97 / 5
(166 reviews)
Sumida river cruise to visit Asakusa and Hamarikyu garden
Tokyo
5 hours 30 min
At first, I will take you to Asakusa and Senso-Ji Temple, which is a very popular shopping area for foreign tourists. Then we will take the Sumida river cruising to enjoy the view of Tokyo from different angles. It will take 35 minuets to arrive Hamarikyu Garden where Tokugawa Shoguns enjoyed duck hunting. We walk along Hamarikyu Garden for 30 min.
FROM$176/ per group
Yuki K.
4.78 / 5
(382 reviews)
Mt. Koya 1 day tour from Kyoto
Kyoto
10 hours
Mt.Koya is one of the center of Buddhism in Japan which was built by monk Kukai(Kobo Daishi) 1200 years ago. He went China to study esoteric Buddhism and spread it in Japan. He built a temple building complex for training here. In Koya there are more than millions of graves or tombs or memorials of all kind of religions including Christianity. It is very interesting place.
FROM$281/ per group
Yoshiharu K.
4.72 / 5
(57 reviews)
Tour of Daigo-ji Temple
Kyoto
4 hours
(Highlights) The origin of Daigo-ji Temple dates back to 874, when a student priest of Reverend "Kobo-daishi" acquired the mountain "Daigo-yama," which was then the sacred training ground for mountain-based ascetic priests, carved two Kannon Goddesses and placed the carvings on the top of the mountain. Afterward, under the protection of the three successive emperors, buildings were constructed one after another both in the upper and lower parts of the mountain. The temple served as the hub of the" Shingonsyu" Sect of Buddhism with the support of the Imperial family and feudal lords. Although it was destroyed by fires many times, the temple buildings were reconstructed after a ruler of Japan, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, held a cherry blossoms viewing party in 1598. In the Edo period, one of the temple buildings, "Sampoin hall," was designated as the head temple for those ascetic priests. Surviving the orders of "Separation of Shintoism and Buddhism" and "Abolition of mountain asceticism" after the Meiji Restoration, the temple has kept its teachings to this day under the efforts of successive head priests. (How to enjoy) You will be amazed at the harmony of man-made wooden structures, large and small, and the beautiful natural surroundings. The murmur of the small, pure stream will be soothing to you ears. The whole of the temple precincts will sevve you as the place for curing all your worldly worries and recharging your internal batteries. Sitting on the roadsides and enjoy having lunch may be a wonderful idea. (Others) Entrance fee is 600 yen for one segment of the temple compounds. Bus fare is 230 yen per one way from JR Yamashina station.
FROM$107/ per group
Tatsuhiro N.
4.56 / 5
(62 reviews)
KOYASAN : The Sacred Center of Shingon Buddhism
Osaka
10 hours
Mt.Koya ,or Koyasan, was founded about 1,200 years ago by Kobo Daishi (Kukai) as the monastic center of Shingon Mikkyo, or literally "True World Esoteric Buddhism." Koyasan was added to UNESCO's World Heritage List as the "Sacred Sited and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range" in 2004. We visit 3 popular spts such as Kongobuji Temple, Danjogaran, and Okunoin (Kobodaishi mausoleum). We take Nankai train from Namba Station for about 4,300JPY/person.
FROM$327/ per group
Hideo Y.
4.60 / 5
(182 reviews)
Monkey park & Bamboo grove
Kyoto
5 hours
Iwatayama monkey mountain has 50 years history, and many monkeys are feeded at the mountain plaza. You can buy treats and give them to monkeys directly. It will take 20 minutes to go up to the monkey plaza. After that, please walk around the Bamboo Grove, which is about 8 Acre space, and you will heal your physical body and spirits.
FROM$232/ per group
Eric T.
4.88 / 5
(52 reviews)
Tokyo 6 hours tour for must-see historical spots
Tokyo
6 hours
This tour is for your understanding of deep Japanese historical knowledge including Samrai & Emperor, detail religion back ground of both Shinto & Buddhism by our detail conversation with visiting Meiji shrine, Imperial palace and Asakusa Sensoji temple. I will explain the detail historical stories which you can not easily find on general Website. This tour includes lunch, This tour can not be held on every Monday & Friday due to Imperial Palace closed,
FROM$211/ per group
Kashima H.
4.68 / 5
(79 reviews)
Hiking between two power spots, Kurama Temple and Kifune Shrine, and more
Kyoto
7 hours
There are a lot of Buddhism temples and Shinto Shrines in Kyoto. This tour focuses on the Buddhism and Shinto power spots in North Kyoto. We will hike from a power spot Kurama Temple to another power spot Kifune Shrine for an hour. We also visit less-visited a Zen small temple with beautiful garden to feel the profundity of Kyoto. If you are interested in the places which are not listed here, just let me know, I will customize a tour for you.
FROM$337/ per group
Hiroyuki T.
4.97 / 5
(166 reviews)
Food Tour of Toyosu Fish Market
Tokyo
3 hours 30 min
We will visit Tokyo Fish Market mainly for foods. The auctions finish in the early morning but you can see their displays and video of the auctions in this tour. There are many shops of processed foods for fish brokers and eating places for visitors.
FROM$140/ per group
Yuki K.
4.78 / 5
(382 reviews)
Tour of Kinkaku-ji Golden Pavilion
Kyoto
3 hours
(Highlights) Registered as the World Cultural Heritage Site in 1994, the temple, formally named "Rokuon-ji Temple", was originally built in 1397 by the third Shogun of the Muromachi period but was burnt down by a fire caused by a young Zen Buddhist student in 1950 and was rebuilt in 1955. The garden and buildings centered on the Golden Pavilion was said to represent the Pure Land of Buddha in this world. The temple also functioned as the official guest house. In 1987, gold foils were re-plated completely after one year and eight months of work. The golden structure forms a striking contrast to the water of the pond in front of it and the greenery surrounding the temple. As you walk on the path after viewing the temple, you will come across The "Sekka-tei (Place of Evening Beauty)" Tea House, where you can see the Golden Pavilion shining beautifully in the evening glow, and "Fudo-do" Temple hosing the stone statue of the Buddhist deity, "Fudo-myo-o." Yow will also find small stalls selling good-luck charms and small trinkets as well as souvenirs. (How to enjoy) Just walk on the pass leading to the Golden Pavilion and other buildings according to the instructions of a brochure you will be given after paying the admission at the gate. You can gaze at the magnificent golden structure and take its photos or ask someone for help to have your picture taken with the temple in the background. You can also enjoy drinking tea in the open-air garden near the "Sekka-tei" Tea House, or you can bask in the delicate aroma of burning incense at "Fudo-do" Temple. If you read the brochure, you can learn the history of the entire garden and the buildings. (Others) The bus fare is 230 yen and the admission fee is 600 yen.
FROM$107/ per group
Tatsuhiro N.
4.56 / 5
(62 reviews)
Osaka Minami Gastronomic world (Kuromon Market, Dotombori)
Osaka
8 hours
First I take you to Namba Yasaka Shrine. Whatever you say, the most eye-catching thing at Yasaka Shrine in Osaka is a Giant Emaden in the shape of lion mask. I show you Doguyasuji and Kuromon market. Dotombori is a popular street with a lot of flashy signboards. Osaka is widely known as a "Kuidaore-no-machi", or literally "drinking and eating luxuriously to death." Popular foods are "Konamon" such as Okonomiyaki. or a Japanese-style pancake grilled on an iron plate.
FROM$298/ per group
Hideo Y.
4.60 / 5
(182 reviews)
Walking around Arashiyama
Kyoto
5 hours
Arashiyama is Summer Villa Area of Emperors 1000 years ago. I wish to introduce some beautiful and attractive places in Arashiyama. Visiting places are adjacent then I wish to recommend you to visit each places on foot.
FROM$228/ per group
Eric T.
4.88 / 5
(52 reviews)
Bonsai sightseeing and Kawagoe small-Edo tour in Saitama
Saitama
8 hours
This tour include Omiya Bonsai museum & village where several types of Bonsai are displayed in both inside the museum & outside garden and Kawagoe tour spots with nostalgic atmosphere of ancient Edo-Era such as Kura-machi street , Kawagoe-castle and Hikawa-Shrines which are both located in Saitama. You can enjoy Japanese traditional atmosphere and craftsman skill.
FROM$309/ per group
Kashima H.
4.68 / 5
(79 reviews)