Kyoto culture with the expert: Kimono, Zen, Sake (Wednesdays and Saturdays)


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From $76.44

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Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 6 hours

Departs: Kyoto, Kyoto

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

A relaxed bike ride (12km) and introduction to many aspects of Japan's history and culture, led by a former Zen monk with MA degree in Japanese Studies. Avoid the tourist crowds and immerse yourself in culture and history. Optional trekking or e-bikes in different sizes. Before the start you will get a lunch in our restaurant. After a short drive we visit the Imperial Palace, residence of the Japanese Tenno until 1868. It continues to the Nishijin Kimono Center, where kimonos have been produced for centuries. You will see a kimono show there. In Daitokuji Zen Temple you get an insight into Buddhism. Finally, drive to Shimogamo Shinto Shrine, World Heritage Site and Kyoto's oldest shrine. For the 1500 Yen surcharge, you can optionally visit a sake brewery and sample 5 sake varieties. After the tour there is the possibility to have a Japanese dinner in our restaurant. Japanese guests welcome.


What's Included

admissions

Before leaving Udon noodle soup in our restaurant

Use of bicycle


Traveler Information

  • YOUTH: Age: 13 - 18
  • ADULT: Age: 19 - 70
  • SENIOR: Age: 71 - 85

Additional Info

  • Face masks required for travellers in public areas
  • Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitised between use
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

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

Kyoto Sento Imperial Palace (Sento Gosho)
Visit the former Imperial Palace of the Japanese Imperial Dynasty.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Nishijin Textile Center
You will see a kimono show and get an insight into the history of the kimono.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Daitoku-ji Temple
Visit of the extensive temple complex Daitokuji and visit of the temple Zuiho In with its rockery

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Shimogamo Jinja
Visit the world heritage site and oldest Shinto shrine in Kyoto.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Matsui Sake Brewery
Optional surcharge of 1500 yen. Visit the sake brewery with rice wine tasting

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Included






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