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Shiga: Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine & Miho Museum & Former Chikurin-in Temple Day Trip | Departing from Osaka/Kyoto
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Shiga: Lake Biwa Shirahige Shrine & Miho Museum & Former Chikurin-in Temple Day Trip | Departing from Osaka/Kyoto

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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) Partial refund will be issued in case of unforeseen events or extreme weather caused the following condition: The activity cannot follow the itinerary If you've participated in at least one activity, visited at least one attraction or used one of the tickets, refunds can't be issued Be aware that the approval of reschedules, amendments or refunds are subject to availability Refunds or amendments can't be issued if: Participants arrive late or don't arrive at all The activity will be cancelled if there is not a minimum of 4 participants. If this happens, you'll get a rescheduled time or refund To find out more about the cancellation policy, contact platform customer support
  • Chinese-speaking guide
  • Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location

Not included: Admission to Miho Museum; Admission to Kyū-Chikurin-in Temple (Matcha & Japanese Sweets); Meals and beverages; Other personal expenses; Tips and gratuities

Meeting point: Address Nippombashi Station Exit 2 (Namba area) Time: 08:40 Address: 1-3-6 Nipponbashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture 542-0073, Japan How to get there: Please refer to the email we sent you the night before your trip for details, which may be in your spam folder. Please do not change the meeting location at the last minute. Contact: Please check the email we sent you the night before your trip for details, and also check your spam/junk mail folder. Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit - Front of Station Sightseeing Bus Parking Area Time: 09:50 Address: Kyoto-HachijoguchiBus LoadingArea, HigashikujoNishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003 Japan How to get there: Please refer to the email we sent you the night before your trip for details, which may be in your spam folder. Please do not change the meeting location at the last minute. Contact: Please check the email we sent you the night before your trip for details, and also check your spam/junk mail folder.

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Overview

This is a high-quality route that connects architectural aesthetics, Japanese gardens, ancient beliefs, and lakeside hidden gems. Its overall ambiance is quiet and restrained, yet full of surprises at every turn, making it an immersive, niche-style INS journey✨. The journey begins at the Miho Museum, known as a "real-life Peach Blossom Spring." Designed by the master I.M. Pei, 80% of the building is hidden within the mountains. After passing through tunnels and crossing suspension bridges, the view gradually opens up, as if truly entering the world of "The Peach Blossom Spring." The architectural lines are minimalist yet powerful, perfectly blending with the mountains, sky, and light and shadow. Every step offers a high-end composition📐🌿. The museum's collection spans diverse ancient civilizations, where art and nature echo each other, and during cherry blossom season, the pink tunnel gives the entire space a soft-focus filter. Next, we arrive at the Old Chikurin-in Temple, a photographer's secret "Rurikoin alternative." The wooden table in the attic reflects the garden scenery, creating a transparent and tranquil mirror image. With no crowds and no time limits, you can slowly find your perfect angle. Moss, maple leaves, rocks, and flowing water form a scene full of Zen. With a cup of matcha in hand, time seems to pause🍵. From July 1, 2026, to September 30, 2026, due to garden renovation work, the garden will be closed, and visitors will be redirected to Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine on Mount Hiei, which is the head shrine of over 3,800 Hie and Hiyoshi shrines in Japan. The red Sanno Torii gates and the "divine messenger monkeys" scattered throughout the grounds give the entire shrine both solemnity and a lively spirit. During the autumn foliage season, the shrine is surrounded by red leaves, with incredibly rich layers of color, making every casual shot a masterpiece⛩️. The journey culminates at the Shirahige Shrine's torii gate in Lake Biwa. The torii stands quietly in the lake, presenting different expressions with changes in light, weather, and water color. Fishing boats pass through, creating a clean and powerful scene. There is no hustle and bustle here, only the lake breeze, the sky, and the traces of time flowing, making it a place where one can truly slow down🌊. This route does not seek excitement, but rather uses architecture, nature, and faith to create a high-aesthetic journey that is both enduring and engaging.

Highlights

Step into I. M. Pei's masterpiece, the Miho Museum, and experience the dreamy beauty of an art sanctuary hidden in the mountains and a cherry blossom tunnel in spring.
Explore the Kyu-Chikurin-in Temple and admire the mirror garden, reminiscent of Rurikoin Temple, immersing yourself in the tranquil Zen atmosphere of mossy stone steps and matcha sweets.
If the temple is closed, visit Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine on Mount Hiei instead, and experience the origin of Japan's Sanno faith and the spiritually powerful monkey guardians.
Visit the Lake Biwa Floating Torii Gate, a sacred place for photography enthusiasts, and enjoy the stunning scenery of Oki Island interwoven with the lake surface in the distance.
In a single day, experience architectural aesthetics, Zen gardens, and natural lake views, and discover the diverse cultural charm surrounding Kyoto.

What's included

Chinese-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location

What's not included

Admission to Miho Museum
Admission to Kyū-Chikurin-in Temple (Matcha & Japanese Sweets)
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities

Meeting point

Address Nippombashi Station Exit 2 (Namba area) Time: 08:40 Address: 1-3-6 Nipponbashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture 542-0073, Japan How to get there: Please refer to the email we sent you the night before your trip for details, which may be in your spam folder. Please do not change the meeting location at the last minute. Contact: Please check the email we sent you the night before your trip for details, and also check your spam/junk mail folder. Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit - Front of Station Sightseeing Bus Parking Area Time: 09:50 Address: Kyoto-HachijoguchiBus LoadingArea, HigashikujoNishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003 Japan How to get there: Please refer to the email we sent you the night before your trip for details, which may be in your spam folder. Please do not change the meeting location at the last minute. Contact: Please check the email we sent you the night before your trip for details, and also check your spam/junk mail folder.

Miho Museum

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 24 hours' notice.

Additional info

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According to Japanese law, vehicle usage time cannot exceed 10 hours. Therefore, the tour guide may adjust the itinerary based on the actual conditions of the day. We appreciate your understanding. We will send an email with the tour guide and vehicle information for the next day between 20:00-21:00 (8:00 PM - 9:00 PM) on the day before the tour. Please check your inbox promptly. Emails may be mistakenly filtered into your spam folder. During peak season, there may be delays in sending the email. We apologize for any inconvenience. In special circumstances, if you receive multiple emails, please refer to the latest one. If you use WeChat, you can add the tour guide's account proactively based on the information in the email. Please note: As this is a group tour, there may be guests who speak other languages traveling in the same vehicle. We appreciate your understanding. To ensure your trip goes smoothly, please be sure to confirm the meeting location and avoid making temporary changes once it is confirmed. If you fail to board the vehicle due to a change of meeting location for personal reasons, we will not be able to issue a refund. We appreciate your understanding. We will do our best to accommodate your seating requests, but as this is a shared tour, seating is primarily allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. If you have special needs, please inform us in the remarks, and we will do our best to arrange a suitable seat for you. The final arrangement is subject to the tour guide's coordination on the day. We hope you understand and are accommodating. Thank you for your understanding. During peak tourist seasons or other special circumstances, the departure time of the tour may be earlier or slightly later than scheduled. The specific departure time is subject to the email notification you receive the day before the tour. Please prepare accordingly in advance. As the day tour is a shared ride, we kindly ask that you arrive at the meeting location or attraction on time. No refunds will be given for late arrivals, and any incidental expenses and responsibilities incurred due to tardiness will be borne by you. Thank you for your understanding. In the event of severe weather or other unforeseen circumstances, the park may adjust the operating hours of the rides or show times, or even cancel some projects and performances without prior notice. We appreciate your understanding. This product may be adjusted according to weather and other factors. To ensure your safety, staff members have the right to ask guests to suspend outdoor activities, communicate with you, and make alternative arrangements. The specific situation is subject to the actual situation on the day. The transportation, sightseeing, and stopover times involved in the itinerary are subject to the actual conditions on the day. In special circumstances (such as traffic jams, weather conditions, etc.), the tour guide may reasonably adjust the order of attractions, with the consent of the guests, without reducing the number of attractions in the itinerary. Each guest can bring one piece of luggage free of charge. Please indicate this in the "Special Requirements" section when placing your order. If you bring luggage without informing us one day in advance, it may cause congestion in the vehicle and affect driving safety. The tour guide has the right to refuse you boarding, and the fee will not be refunded. Thank you for your understanding. We will arrange different vehicle types based on the actual number of travelers. We cannot specify the vehicle type. Thank you for your understanding. It is not possible to leave the group early or depart midway during the tour. If you choose to leave the group midway, the uncompleted portion will be regarded as a voluntary abandonment, and no refund will be given. You will be responsible for any accidents that may occur after leaving the group. Thank you for your understanding. Seasonal limited-time events (such as cherry blossoms, autumn leaves, special flowering seasons, illuminations, fireworks displays, snow scenery viewing, hot spring season, festive activities, etc.) are greatly affected by climate, weather, or other force majeure factors, and specific arrangements may be adjusted. Therefore, please refer to the official notification. If we do not receive an official notification to cancel the event, we will arrange it according to the original plan. If the flowering period or special event does not meet expectations, no refund will be given. Please be aware of this. As the journey is long, the actual arrival time will be affected by factors such as traffic and weather. The above times are estimates only. Please avoid arranging other activities after the day's itinerary. We will not be liable for any losses caused by delays. Thank you for your understanding.
Departure: Meet the operator at 08:40. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. The tour guide will be holding a "GOGODAY" flag. You will receive an email between 20:00-21:00 the day before your trip with information about the guide and vehicle for the following day. Please check your spam folder! During peak season, the push time may be delayed. We appreciate your understanding. If you receive multiple emails, please refer to the latest one. Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time. Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Departure: Meet the operator at 09:50. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. The tour guide will be holding a "GOGODAY" flag. You will receive an email between 20:00-21:00 the day before your trip with information about the guide and vehicle for the following day. Please check your spam folder! During peak season, the push time may be delayed. We appreciate your understanding. If you receive multiple emails, please refer to the latest one. Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time. Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded [Attraction/experience] 10:50, 2 hour(s) 30 min(s), Self-guided, MIHO Museum, Permanent exhibition: 1100 yen; Special exhibition: 1300 yen Please cover your own lunch expenses. Restaurants and cafes are available inside the museum for your dining convenience. [Attraction/experience] 14:20, 1 hour(s), Self-guided, Former Chikurin-in Temple, Hieizan Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine, Closed days: Every Monday (except holidays), the day after a holiday. From July 1, 2026, to September 30, 2026, due to garden renovation work, Kyu-Chikurin-in will be closed. To Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine on Mount Hiei. Some attractions might need to be skipped because of capacity or weather conditions [Attraction/experience] 15:50, 30 min(s), Self-guided, Lake Biwa Floating Torii Gate, Floating Torii Gate - The Legend Closest to the Gods [Return] 17:15 - 17:45, at Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit - Front of Station Sightseeing Bus Parking Area (drop-off and pick-up at the same location only), The return time is the estimated time of arrival. Due to the long journey, the actual arrival time is greatly affected by traffic and weather conditions. Please do not book any activities after the day's itinerary, as the operator will not be liable for any losses caused by delays. [Return] 19:00 - 19:30, at [Osaka Kintetsu Nipponbashi,]() The return time is the estimated time of arrival. Due to the long journey, the actual arrival time is greatly affected by traffic and weather conditions. Please do not book any activities after the day's itinerary, as the operator will not be liable for any losses caused by delays. Day {num}
Free for children aged 0-2 as long as they will not occupy separate seats Children aged 3+ will be charged the same rate as adults Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
In accordance with Japanese law, vehicle usage is limited to 10 hours. Therefore, the tour guide may adjust the itinerary based on the actual conditions of the day. We appreciate your understanding. We will send an email to guests between 20:00-21:00 the day before the trip, informing them of the tour guide and vehicle information for the next day. Please check your inbox promptly. The email may be mistakenly placed in the spam folder. During peak season, the email sending time may be delayed. We apologize for any inconvenience. In special circumstances, if you receive multiple emails, please refer to the latest one. If you use WeChat, you can proactively add the tour guide's account according to the information in the email. Please note: As this is a group tour, there may be guests who speak other languages traveling with you. We appreciate your understanding. During peak season or other special circumstances, the departure time may be earlier or slightly delayed. Please refer to the email notification you receive the day before your trip for the exact departure time, and be sure to prepare accordingly. As this is a shared tour, please arrive at the designated meeting point or attraction on time. No refunds will be issued for late arrivals. You will be responsible for any unexpected costs and liabilities resulting from your lateness. Thank you for your understanding. In the event of inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances, the park may adjust the operating hours of attractions or show times, or even cancel the operation and performance of some attractions and shows without prior notice. We appreciate your understanding. This product is subject to adjustments based on factors such as weather. To ensure your safety, staff members reserve the right to ask guests to discontinue outdoor activities and will communicate with you to make alternative arrangements, depending on the actual conditions of the day. To ensure a smooth departure, please confirm the meeting point and avoid last-minute changes. Please note that refunds will not be issued if you miss the bus due to personal reasons for changing the meeting point. Thank you for your understanding. The transportation, tour duration, and stopover times during the itinerary are subject to actual conditions on the day. In the event of special circumstances (such as traffic jams or weather conditions), the tour guide may, with the consent of the guests and without reducing the number of attractions in the itinerary, reasonably adjust the order of the tour based on the actual situation. Each guest is allowed one complimentary piece of luggage. Please indicate this in the "Special Requests" section when placing your order. Failure to notify us at least one day in advance may result in overcrowding and compromise the safety of the ride. In such cases, the tour guide reserves the right to refuse boarding, and no refund will be issued. Thank you for your understanding. We will arrange different vehicle types based on the actual number of travelers. Specific vehicle types cannot be guaranteed. Thank you for your understanding. During the tour, early departure or leaving the group mid-tour is not permitted. If you choose to leave the group mid-tour, the uncompleted portion will be regarded as a voluntary abandonment, and no refund will be provided. You will be solely responsible for any accidents that may occur after leaving the group. Thank you for your understanding. For participants aged 70 or above or pregnant women, a liability waiver must be signed to ensure safety and complete the relevant insurance process. Please indicate this in the "Special Requests" section when booking. We will email you the waiver form after receiving your order. Please sign, photograph, and return the form to complete your registration. Due to the length of the journey, the actual arrival time may be affected by factors such as traffic and weather. The above times are estimates only. Please avoid scheduling other activities after the tour on the same day. Our company will not be liable for any losses caused by delays. Thank you for your understanding. We will do our best to accommodate your seating requests. However, as this is a shared ride tour, seating is primarily assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If you have any special requirements, please indicate them in the remarks section, and we will try our best to arrange a suitable seat for you. The final arrangement is subject to the tour guide's coordination on the day. We appreciate your understanding and patience. Thank you for your consideration. Seasonal events (such as cherry blossoms, autumn leaves, special flower seasons, illuminations, fireworks festivals, snow scenery viewing, hot spring season, and festive events) are greatly affected by climate, weather, or other force majeure factors. Specific arrangements may be adjusted, so please refer to official announcements. If no official notice of cancellation is received, we will arrange according to the original plan. Refunds will not be provided if the flower season or special event does not meet expectations. Thank you for your understanding. Prohibitions & Limitations Participants who appear intoxicated may be refused service. In this case, no refunds will be given Pets are prohibited Accessibility Child seats are not available
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