Recently Viewed
Zen Garden Tour: Decode Kyoto's Silent Beauty
Kyoto
Numerous visitors appreciate the aesthetic appeal of Japanese gardens. During this guided tour, participants will delve into the profound meanings embedded within Zen gardens, with detailed explanations that illuminate their design and philosophy.
Numerous visitors appreciate the aesthetic appeal of Japanese gardens. During this guided tour, participants will delve into the profound meanings embedded within Zen gardens, with detailed explanations that illuminate their design and philosophy.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Komyo-in Temple - Komyo-in, a serene sub-temple of Tofuku-ji, features the “Sanzon-seki” (Buddhist Triad Stones).
- Tofuku-ji Temple - Tofuku-ji’s Main Hojo Garden showcases four unique gardens encircling the Abbot’s Hall.
- Fundain Sesshuji - Funda-in, a peaceful sub-temple of Tofuku-ji, offers the beauty of “Kamejima” and “Tsurujima” (Tortoise Island and Crane Island).
- Komyo-in Temple - Komyo-in, a serene sub-temple of Tofuku-ji, features the “Sanzon-seki” (Buddhist Triad Stones).
- Tofuku-ji Temple - Tofuku-ji’s Main Hojo Garden showcases four unique gardens encircling the Abbot’s Hall.
- Fundain Sesshuji - Funda-in, a peaceful sub-temple of Tofuku-ji, offers the beauty of “Kamejima” and “Tsurujima” (Tortoise Island and Crane Island).
What's Included
- Complimentary photos taken with a DSLR camera, shared after the tour
- Visits to serene Zen temples and quiet Zen gardens
- English-speaking guide based in Kyoto
- Deep insights into Zen philosophy, Japanese history, and garden aesthetics
- Entrance fees for three temples
- Complimentary photos taken with a DSLR camera, shared after the tour
- Visits to serene Zen temples and quiet Zen gardens
- English-speaking guide based in Kyoto
- Deep insights into Zen philosophy, Japanese history, and garden aesthetics
- Entrance fees for three temples
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Location
FamilyMart Nakai Tofukuji
We will meet in front of FamilyMart Nakai Tofukuji, right outside Exit 2 of Tofukuji Station. Your guide will be holding a white sign that says “Kyoto Essence Tours.”
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.
More activities from this operator
