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Kyoto Imperial Palace and Nijo Castle Walking Tour

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Duration: 7 hours

Departs: Kyoto, Kyoto

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

This luxurious tour introduces all the important spots in Kyoto in one day: you can get to know the faith of the commoners of Japan, the characteristic food of Kyoto, the residence of the shogun, the palace of the Emperor, and also take a stroll through the geisha street.

With this tour, you can deeply understand the lives and thoughts of the people of Kyoto and Japan.

What's Included

Guide Fare

What's Not Included

Transportation Fee, Food&Drink, Admission fee 600yen/p

Traveler Information

ADULT: Age: 6 - 80

Additional Info

Face masks provided for travellers
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Regular temperature checks for staff
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Face masks provided for travellers
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Regular temperature checks for staff
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

What To Expect

Higashi Hongan-ji Temple

Buddhism has the most believers out of all religions in Japan. It has several sects, and one of the largest sects in Japan is Shingon Otani whose believers are said to be about 8 million. Most of them used to be ordinary people like merchants and farmers.

Higashi Honganji is a head temple of about 9,000 temples of Shingon Otani and its Founder’s Hall is the largest wooden building in the world with over 900 tatami mats laid and able to hold 3,000 people at once.You will be struck by Japanese people's deep faith and the majestic atmosphere of this hall.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nishiki Market Shopping District

The Nishiki market is called the kitchen of Kyoto. What is that? It is said that underneath this district, there is a gigantic water reservoir. Therefore, Kyoto has been blessed with fresh and delicious water from long ago. Utilizing that water, about 500 years ago, a fish market developed in this place, and various shops gradually gathered later. Almost anything you need on a daily basis is available in this market. Kyoto's specialty is vegetables grown in pure water, pickles made of those vegetables and tofu, also utilizing this delicious water. There are many shops where you can sample food, so please try Kyoto’s specialties loved for centuries by the local people.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nijo Castle

In 1603, the shogun relocated his shogunate to Edo, present day Tokyo. Nijo castle was built as the castle where the shogun stayed when visiting Kyoto. Inside the castle, there are more than 1,000 gorgeous pictures painted on sliding doors giving you an understanding of the powerful authority of the shogun. It was in this very castle that the last shogun declared to return the power to the Emperor in 1867, after 260 years of his family’s governance.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Kyoto Imperial Palace

The Kyoto Imperial Palace is situated in an extensive area in the center of Kyoto. Until the capital was moved to Tokyo in 1868, the emperor 's family used to live here. And even today, when the emperor and/or the crown prince come to Kyoto, they stay at one of the residences in this site.

The luxurious buildings and beautifully arranged gardens here tell a tale of the refined taste of the times.

This place is a must-see when you visit Kyoto.

1 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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