Highlights
- Half-day cultural tour of Kyoto
- See the Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Explore the Geisha District of Gion
- Admire the Tofukuji Temple, a must-see Kyoto sights
- Experience the peace of Zen Gardens
- Gain insight into Japan's history and culture
Recent Photos of this Tour
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Traditional Steet in GionA very nice place, there are many restaurant, tea house along the street. The guide told me that sometimes Geisha ...Photo by: TinnikeIndonesia, 05 2013 -
Fushimi Inari ShrineOur first time visiting a shrine, it was beautiful onePhoto by: TinnikeIndonesia, 05 2013 -
Fushimi Inari-taishaThe beautiful Fushimi Inari-taishaPhoto by: Eric G04 2013 -
Our guide showing us the wayExploring Gion.Photo by: Allan A02 2013 -
District of GionEvening walk at the street of GionPhoto by: Viroon S01 2013 -
Fushimi Inari shrineBeautiful Shrine and peaceful walkwayPhoto by: Viroon S01 2013 -
Tofukuji TempleAutumn at Tofukuji TemplePhoto by: Mrs. TyPhilippines, 12 2011 -
Fushimi Inari ShrineTorii gates at the Fushimi Inari ShrinePhoto by: Mrs. TyPhilippines, 12 2011 -
GeishaA Maiko about to go out for the nightPhoto by: Mrs. TyPhilippines, 12 2011 -
Useful Information
Fushimi Inari Shrine
On the outskirts of the city, nestled in a wooded mountain, is the Fushimi Inari Shrine. Wander through the numerous bright red torii (sacred gates), made famous in the film Memoirs of a Geisha, and admire the many smaller shrines and fox statues.
Next visit Tofukuji Temple, one of the five great Zen temples of Kyoto and a rare example of surviving Zen architecture from the 13th century. Amble through the many gardens, both modern and traditional, of this working monastery.
End your tour with a trip to the fascinating Gion District and home of the geisha. As you stroll past the traditional restaurants and tea houses that have remained unchanged over the years, glimpse the geishas with their beautiful and intricate kimonos, and learn the secrets of this ancient traditional art.
Reviewed by yidj, May 2013
Yumi, our tour guide, was exceptional. Great itinerary. Small group so you can ask many questions regarding culture, customs, etc. Much better than other tours - very personalized tour. Strongly recommended.
Reviewed by Tinnike, Indonesia, May 2013
Fei was a great guide, she explained us the story of each place we visited. She speaks good English and she is very friendly. The tour highlighted the area that you have to visit, it was a great time visiting Tofukuji Temple, Fushimi Inari Shrine and Geisha District in Gion street:)
