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Kyoto Temple Pilgrimage: Bamboo Grove & Kinkaku-ji
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Kyoto Temple Pilgrimage: Bamboo Grove & Kinkaku-ji

Osaka
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You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)
  • English / Chinese-speaking guide
  • Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location
  • Toll fees
  • Parking fees
  • Fuel fees

Not included: Admission to Katsuo-ji Temple, Kinkaku-ji Temple, and Tenryū-ji Temple; Meals and beverages; Other personal expenses; Friendly reminder: We will send you the tour guide information via email around 6:00 PM the day before the trip, so please check your inbox! Sometimes emails may be misidentified as spam, so please check your spam folder. Thank you. 🙏

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Overview

Osaka & Kyoto Scenic Spots Day Tour | Katsuo-ji Temple Prayer × Arashiyama Scenery × Kinkaku-ji Temple Pilgrimage Embark on a wonderful journey through history, culture, and nature, step into the ancient charm of Osaka and Kyoto, and feel the historical charm and natural beauty accumulated on this land 🌸 Wishing at Katsuo-ji Temple | Light up the eyes of Dharma ✨ Step into Katsuo-ji Temple, which has a history of more than 1,300 years. This sacred place, known as the "Temple of Victory," is an ideal place to pray for good luck and success. Here, you can personally dot the eyes of the Dharma - first draw the left eye to make a wish, and then add the right eye after the wish is fulfilled to complete a beautiful agreement with the gods. This is not only a trip but also a spiritual sustenance and a transmission of hope 🌿 Panoramic view of Arashiyama | Poetic dwelling between mountains and rivers Arashiyama is famous for its clear waters, quiet bamboo forests, and beautiful scenery surrounded by distant mountains. It is like a picturesque natural scroll, making people linger. Stroll through it, slow down, feel the beauty of the changing seasons, and find inner peace and balance 🌉 Togetsu Bridge | Romantic landmark for time-lapse photography Standing on the Togetsu Bridge in Arashiyama, with the Hozu River flowing slowly under your feet and surrounded by mountains in the distance, it feels like traveling back to the elegant old Japan and experiencing the tranquility and romance that has remained unchanged for thousands of years. Whether you are traveling alone or with your loved one, this is the best place to leave good memories 🎋 Bamboo Forest Path | Listen to the heartbeat of nature Shuttle through the towering bamboo forest, the bamboo leaves rustling, the sunlight spilling through the gaps, and the air is filled with a faint bamboo fragrance, as if stepping into another quiet world. In this green space, temporarily stay away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy a moment of Zen time 👘 Kimono Forest | Immersive traditional cultural experience Hundreds of transparent pillars display colorful traditional kimonos, stacked in layers to form a forest, like a flowing Japanese-style art corridor. The interlacing of light and shadow shows the ultimate aesthetics of the kimono. It is a double feast of vision and culture 💕 Nonomiya Shrine | A happy place to pray for beautiful love Visit Nonomiya Shrine, a sacred place to pray for love, health, and happiness. Hang an ema, write down your wishes, and look forward to a sweet love and a happy life 🏯 Kinkaku-ji Temple Pilgrimage | Peaceful time in golden splendor Visit Kinkaku-ji Temple, a World Cultural Heritage site. The outer walls of the temple shine with gold leaf, reflecting in the Mirror Lake, which is breathtaking This is not only a double feast for the eyes and the soul but also a profound experience of prayer, culture, and nature

Highlights

Dear friends, let's embark on an in-depth journey through the ancient charm of Osaka and Kyoto with our enthusiastic, friendly, and experienced guides, and discover a blend of history, culture, and natural beauty! [Katsuo-ji Temple for Making Wishes | Light up the Eyes of the Daruma Doll] Step into Katsuo-ji Temple, which has a history of over 1,300 years. Known as the "Temple of Victory," it is a sacred place to pray for good luck and success. Personally paint the eyes of the Daruma doll: First, draw the left eye to make a wish. After the wish is fulfilled, add the right eye to complete an agreement with the gods. This is not just a trip, but also a spiritual sustenance and a transmission of hope. [Enjoy the Scenery of Arashiyama | Poetic Residence Between Mountains and Rivers] Arashiyama is one of Kyoto's most spiritual natural secret realms. Clear waters, tranquil bamboo forests, and surrounding mountains create a picturesque natural landscape that makes people linger. Slow down, feel the beauty of the changing seasons, and find inner peace and balance. [Togetsukyo Bridge | Romantic Landmark of Time Photography] Standing on the Togetsukyo Bridge in Arashiyama, with the slowly flowing Oigawa River under your feet and surrounded by distant mountains, you will feel like you have traveled back to the elegant old Japan, experiencing the unchanging tranquility and romance. Whether you are traveling alone or with your loved one, this is the best place to leave beautiful memories. [Bamboo Forest Path | Listen to the Heartbeat of Nature] Shuttle between the towering bamboo forests, the bamboo leaves rustle, the sun shines through the cracks, and the air is filled with a faint bamboo fragrance, as if stepping into another quiet world. [Kimono Forest | Immersive Traditional Cultural Experience] Hundreds of transparent cylinders display colorful traditional kimonos, stacked in layers to form a forest, like a flowing Japanese-style art corridor. The interweaving of light and shadow shows the ultimate aesthetics of kimonos, which is a double feast of vision and culture. [Nonomiya Shrine | A Place of Happiness to Pray for Beautiful Love] Visit Nonomiya Shrine, a sacred place to pray for love, health, and happiness. Hang an ema, write down your wishes, and look forward to sweet love and a happy life. [Kinkaku-ji Temple Pilgrimage | Tranquil Time in Golden Splendor] Visit the World Heritage Site—Kinkaku-ji Temple. The outer walls of the temple shine with gold leaf, reflecting in the Mirror Lake, which is breathtaking. Here, feel the harmonious beauty of history and nature, and find inner peace and inspiration in the golden brilliance.

What's included

English / Chinese-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location
Toll fees
Parking fees
Fuel fees

What's not included

Admission to Katsuo-ji Temple, Kinkaku-ji Temple, and Tenryū-ji Temple
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Friendly reminder: We will send you the tour guide information via email around 6:00 PM the day before the trip, so please check your inbox! Sometimes emails may be misidentified as spam, so please check your spam folder. Thank you. 🙏

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 24 hours' notice.

Additional info

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Departure: Meet the operator at 08:00. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. Friendly reminder: We recommend arriving at the meeting point 15 minutes in advance. Thank you. 😊 We will send you the tour guide information via email around 18:00 the day before departure, so please check your inbox! Sometimes emails may be misidentified as spam, so please check your spam folder as well. Thank you. 🙏. Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded. Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time Departure: Meet the operator at 09:00. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. Friendly reminder: We recommend arriving at the meeting point 15 minutes in advance. Thank you. 😊 We will send you the tour guide information via email around 18:00 the day before departure, so please check your inbox! Sometimes emails may be misidentified as spam, so please check your spam folder as well. Thank you. 🙏. Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded. Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s), Self-guided, Katsuoji, Victory Little Daruma, Daruma Dedication Shelf, Benzaiten & Tahōtō Pagoda, Step into the 1300-year-old Katsuoji Temple, known as the "Temple of Victory," a sacred place where people pray for good luck ☘️ and success. You can personally paint the eyes on a Daruma doll: first, paint the left eye and make a wish 💌; after the wish comes true, paint the right eye to complete an agreement with the gods. [Attraction/experience] 2 hour(s) 30 min(s), Self-guided, Tenryū-ji Temple, Arashiyama, Kimono Forest, Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Nonomiya Shrine, Togetsukyō Bridge, Strolling along the Togetsukyo Bridge and through the bamboo forest in Arashiyama feels like stepping into a flowing picture of the ancient capital's charm 🍁. Entering the Kimono Forest and admiring the hundreds of pillars covered in exquisite kimonos allows you to experience the unique charm of Japanese traditional culture and capture precious photos of wonderful memories 👘. [Attraction/experience] 45 min(s), Self-guided, Kinkakuji Temple, Kinkaku-ji, a World Cultural Heritage site, was originally built in 1397. The exterior walls of this building's two stories are covered in pure gold leaf, and it continues to shine brilliantly after centuries. The golden glow reflected in Kyoko-chi (Mirror Lake) is like a breathtaking painting. [Return] 17:00 - 18:00, at [Kyoto Station,]() [Return] 18:00 - 19:00, at [Osaka Namba Station,]() Day {num}
Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
Prohibitions & Limitations This activity is not recommended for anyone with impaired physical mobility This activity is not recommended for pregnant women This activity is not recommended for anyone with certain medical conditions such as high blood pressure, epilepsy, etc. Accessibility Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount Child seats are not available This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible
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