Private tour in Kyoto Katsuko O

Pricing Details
Base cost of tour
  • $ 280 USD

Full-day Japanese Garden and Traditional Architecture Tour near Kyoto

Tour #1402020
Pricing Details
Base cost of tour

Includes all fees

Book with a 20% deposit

up to 5 people

8 hours

Public transportation

Party size:

1

Overview of your Kyoto tour:

The most distinctive feature of traditional Japanese architecture is the use of natural materials. Approximately 70% of Japan's land is forested, and the country has been blessed with abundance of high-quality wood. In addition, Japan's unique aesthetic sense and architectural styles have been fostered through things such as rice-farming culture, nature worship in Shintoism, and Zen teachings in Buddhism. This tour will focus on traditional architecture and gardens, and we'll visit several sites which fall in the categories in below. You will feel craftsmanship of Japanese carpenters and gardeners who pay attention to hidden details and pursue perfection. - Traditional architecture: Buddhist architecture, Shinto shrine architecture, residential architecture, tea houses - Japanese gardens: strolling style garden with a pond, dry-landscape garden, tea garden This tour can be an introductory tour before touring Japan on your own, as major aspects of Japanese culture will be covered during the tour.

Your Kyoto tour itinerary

The itinerary can be customized according to your preference and interest. Sample Itinerary 1) in Shiga, neighboring prefecture of Kyoto Visit Mii-dera temple to learn traditional architecture for Buddhist temples -> move to Sakamoto area by train -> visit Hiyoshi Taisha shrine to learn ancient architecture for Shinto shrine -> visit Former Chikurin-in temple to appreciate a beautiful garden as well as tea houses -> visit Shigain Monzeki temple to have a look of traditional residential architecture as well as a beautiful garden with a pond Sample Itinerary 2) in Kyoto Visit Toji temple to learn traditional architecture for Buddhist temples -> move to Tofuku-ji temple by taxi -> visit Komyo-in to appreciate its beautiful Zen garden -> visit Funda-in to enjoy another Zen garden as well as tea houses -> visit Himukai Daijingu Shrine to learn ancient architecture for Shinto shrine -> visit Murin-an garden to appreciate a stunning garden with a pond Note: Sample Itinerary 1 exclude Mondays

Customize your tour

Contact your local guide to know more!!

Transportation Details
Type: Public Transportation / Category: Train

Public transport (train, bus) and/or taxi

What's included
  • Private Guide
What's extra
  • Tickets
  • Private Transportation
  • Private Transportation With Driver
  • Public Transportation
  • Accommodation
  • Food Drinks Snacks
  • Other: Personal expenses. This tour is not covered by insurance, so please make sure you are under your own insurance.
Meeting location

Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

the lobby of your hotel or train station

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories
Languages
Fluent

Japanese

Conversational

English

Activity level
Moderate

Includes all fees

Book with a 20% deposit

Size:

up to 5 people

Duration:

8 hours

Transportation:

Public transportation

Party size:

1

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Select tour start time

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Includes all fees

Book with a 20% deposit

Size:

up to 5 people

Duration:

8 hours

Transportation:

Public transportation

Party size:

1

Select tour date
Select tour start time

View our cancellation policy

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