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Kyoto Morning Tour: Fushimi Inari & Byodoin
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Kyoto
Discover Kyoto’s magic at dawn with a small-group tour of Fushimi Inari, Byodoin Temple, and Ujigami Shrine. Experience iconic sights and hidden gems.
Discover Kyoto’s magic at dawn with a small-group tour of Fushimi Inari, Byodoin Temple, and Ujigami Shrine. Experience iconic sights and hidden gems.
Duration:
5 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine - Discover the magical Fushimi Inari Shrine, renowned as one of Japan’s most celebrated shrines. Stroll through thousands of vibrant red gates, creating a distinctive and mesmerizing ambiance. This is a must-visit destination that promises a stunning and memorable experience. Be sure to include this remarkable site in…
- Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine - Discover the magical Fushimi Inari Shrine, renowned as one of Japan’s most celebrated shrines. Stroll through thousands of vibrant red gates, creating a distinctive and mesmerizing ambiance. This is a must-visit destination that promises a stunning and memorable experience. Be sure to include this remarkable site in your travel itinerary!
- Byodoin Temple - Located in Uji, Byodoin Temple is one of Kyoto’s most iconic landmarks, famously depicted on the reverse of Japan’s 10 yen coin. This UNESCO World Heritage Site features the breathtaking Phoenix Hall, a masterpiece of Heian-period architecture. Experience the real-life grandeur behind the coin in a serene, historically rich environment.
- Ujigami Shrine - Ujigami Shrine is Japan’s oldest existing shrine—a serene, spiritual retreat nestled in the heart of Uji. With its ancient wooden architecture and moss-covered grounds, it feels like stepping into a hidden gem from ancient Japan. Just a short distance from Byodoin, it’s the ideal spot to escape the crowds and immerse in timeless beauty.
What's Included
- English Speaking Guide
- Entrance fees
- English Speaking Guide
- Entrance fees
What's Not Included
- Transportation Fee
- Lunch
- Transportation Fee
- Lunch
Additional Information
Operated by @guidemejapan on Instagram. Visit our Instagram for visual examples of our amazing guides!
Begin your day with the enchanting beauty of Kyoto—before the crowds gather. This intimate group tour (maximum of 8 participants) offers a serene exploration of Fushimi Inari’s renowned thousand torii gates, the breathtaking Byodoin Temple depicted on…
Operated by @guidemejapan on Instagram. Visit our Instagram for visual examples of our amazing guides!
Begin your day with the enchanting beauty of Kyoto—before the crowds gather. This intimate group tour (maximum of 8 participants) offers a serene exploration of Fushimi Inari’s renowned thousand torii gates, the breathtaking Byodoin Temple depicted on the 10 yen coin, and Ujigami Shrine, Japan’s oldest. It’s an ideal mix of iconic landmarks and hidden treasures, guided by a local English-speaking expert who brings each location to life. Tranquil, genuine, unforgettable.
Location
Kyoto Station
Meet spot: Kyoto Station Central Ticket Gate, the big gate of JR lines on ground floor, on the north side where Kyoto Tower is located. Please arrive at the 10 minutes early. There is a seven eleven right next to it. Link for seven eleven: https://g.co/kgs/k4fpgH3
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Jacalyn_s
Apr 13, 2026
Perfect tour if you want... - Perfect tour if you want to get away from busy Kyoto and visit sites not often seen. Our tour guide Shin was lovely and spoke perfect English.
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Marie_g
Mar 25, 2026
Early morning Kyoto and Uji tour - My husband and I traveled from Osaka to
Kyoto to do the early morning tour. The tour was great and worth doing the early morning commute to Kyoto. Genki our tour guide was very knowledgeable and very well spoken the information he gave us made the tour very interesting. You can see that he loves sharing the history of the Temples, Shrines, Kyoto and Uji. Early morning you avoid the crowds and it is nice and cool. It was very well paced and comfortable. Thank you Genki for a great tour, we will definitely book another tour with you when we return to Japan.
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Thaliat2026
Jan 2, 2026
Great Experience! - The tour guide was very knowledgeable and patient. I learnt a lot and I would definitely recommend this tour. If you find all 108 foxes, you will have good luck for the rest of the year! Ganbatte!!
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Imeho2026
Jan 2, 2026
Amazing guide - It is was super amazing , the guide made us understand the history of the shrine .. and was spoke English so well , we need no interpreter
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Zenobiau2026
Jan 2, 2026
History thaws the soul - Though it was a chilly night, the tales of the past offered warmth thanks to the tour guide. There is a lot to learn, but our tour guide kept it short and spicy which I appreciate since my
Fingers are quickly turning into popsicles.
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Aunty1997
Jan 2, 2026
Lovely experience - Tour guide very knowledgeable, excellent communication and friendly. We had a pretty smooth visit and he answered our questions patiently.
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Krystyna37803
Oct 26, 2025
Peacefull Uji trip - Our guide Genki was very knowledgeable with explaining the differences between Shinto and Buddhism. He gave us just enough information that we could retain it. The morning tour is not crowded, and we had lots of space around us. We didn't rush so we could enjoy our morning exploration of Uji. Genki gave us also a good advice for lunch {it was delicious) and where to shop for a good tea. Thank you, Genki, for a lovely morning
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松中一
Oct 13, 2025
Best tour ever - Absolutely fantastic tour experience! From start to finish, everything was well-organized, engaging, and enjoyable. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate, which made the entire journey even more memorable. The itinerary was perfectly balanced — enough time at each stop without feeling rushed. The transportation was comfortable, and all logistics ran smoothly. We visited some breathtaking spots that we wouldn’t have discovered on our own. It was clear that a lot of thought went into planning every detail. This tour offered great value and truly exceeded expectations. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to explore the area with a fun, informative, and hassle-free experience. I’d gladly book with this company again in the future!
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562yuia
Oct 11, 2025
Early Morning Tour in Uji - Wonderful experience as I got to see some of the Kyoto’s iconic Shrines!! There were not a lot of people since it was early in the morning and I got some great pictures! Definitely a recommended!!
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Savitha_r
Oct 6, 2025
Lovely early morning walk... - Lovely early morning walk through the beautiful temple!Guide Genki was excellent! Warm, engaging and very knowledgeable and caring
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