Local Style Kyoto Day Trip with an a Native English Speaker in Japan 36 years!


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From $308.83

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Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 8 hours

Departs: Kyoto, Kyoto

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

Clients will learn about the legendary history of old Japan dating back 2,679 years. They will visit old but historical Temples and Shrines and learn of the protocols of the Temples and Shrines and their history. We will make offerings at these Shrines and clients will have the chance to purchase protective amulets at each Shrine.

Clients will learn the history of each area as well as how to cleanse before entering a Shrine and how to offer a prayer. We will visit and eat local appetizers of the area and clients will have the opportunity to expereince and amazing district full of shops and entertainment and SAKE!!!! (Of course)


What's Included

Hotel pickup

Private tour

Professional guide

What's Not Included

All Fees and Taxes

For you and Guide

Temple Fees

Transportation


Traveler Information

  • ADULT: Age: 10 - 85

Additional Info

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

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.

What To Expect

Nanzen-ji Temple
Walk grounds, make offerings and learn about Shinto

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Nijo Castle
You will see how a Shogun ran a Castle!

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Nishiki Market Shopping District
I will 'force' you to try various food vendors and some Sake while learning the history of food

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pontocho District
Famous Restaurant District. I will also familiarize you with places you need to check out at night!

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Gion
We will talk about the 'REAL' history of the Geiko (Geisha) and learn about the history of Gion

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kyoto Station Building
We will travel to a local Sake Pub and rub elbows with locals

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

We will see the 6th largest wooden building and 2nd largest wooden Temple on earth and learn about Buddhism

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free






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