• Japan Kanji Museum & Library - Start your journey at this contemporary cultural venue, where the history of kanji provides insight into Japan’s rich traditions.
• Yasaka Shrine - A 1,300-year-old Shinto shrine marking the entrance to Gion, playing a central role in Kyoto’s renowned Gion Matsuri.
• Maruyama Park - The oldest public park in Kyoto, featuring the famous weeping cherry tree and a popular seasonal gathering place.
• Nene-no-Michi - A serene stone-paved path named after Nene, the wife of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, elegantly linking temples.
• Kodai-ji Temple - Established in 1606, celebrated for its Zen gardens, tea houses, and seasonal light displays.
• Sannenzaka Ninenzaka - Historic sloping streets adorned with wooden townhouses, sweet shops, and traditional crafts.
• Kiyomizu-dera Temple - A UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its iconic wooden hall and sweeping city views.
• To-ji Temple Five-Story Pagoda - A prominent feature of Kyoto’s skyline and a popular photography location.
• Yasui-Konpiragu - Finish at this shrine of renewal, where visitors pass through a sacred stone to sever negative ties and foster positive ones.

• Admission fees

• Tips (accepted & welcomed)
• Lunch
• Pickup/drop off service
• All personal expenses (e.g. shopping)

Embark on a 6-hour walking tour through the enchanting Higashiyama and Gion districts of Kyoto. Ideal for history buffs, culture enthusiasts, photographers, and food lovers, this journey combines sacred shrines, Zen temples, and charming streets with tales from Kyoto’s imperial, religious, and merchant history. Suitable for both newcomers and returning visitors, this tour encapsulates the spirit of ancient Kyoto while allowing time for exploration and contemplation.

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