Temple, shrine & monastery tours
Ten thousand vermilion gates climb a hill, and the crowd thins about twenty minutes in. The 7 below compare night walks, guided climbs and the full summit loop, with honest times and how much of it is stairs.
See Nara deer, Arashiyama, Kinkakuji, and Fushimi Inari in one bus day from Osaka or Kyoto, with an optional Kobe beef lunch.
“Nice trip and we had a funny guide Harry. We had beautiful day. Thank you”
See Arashiyama, Nara Park, and Fushimi Inari in one day, with Kobe beef shabu-shabu lunch and transport from Osaka or Kyoto.
“Gary's kindness and attentiveness were highly appreciated. The itinerary was consistently adhered to, and the destinations were exceptional, with Gary's recommendations proving valuable.”
Escape Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari crowds on a 3-hour forest hike with bamboo groves, quiet shrines, torii gates, local insight, and photos.
“Very informative and I am pleased with our experience.”
Review of Kyoto’s small-group Kiyomizu-dera walk and tea ceremony, with temple views, local snacks, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Great cerimonial and great views and sightseeing experience … history and also scenery all together …”
Review of a Kyoto day trip from Osaka covering Arashiyama, Kinkakuji, and Fushimi Inari with a small group and private vehicle.
“Taka and Tom were amazing. The experience and tour was fantastic. They were very friendly and very informative. I would highly recommend taking this tour especially with Taka and Tom.”
Review of Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari walking tour, with shrine insights, fox folklore, forest trails, views, price, timing, and practical tips.
“Hugely busy for the evening tour and quite a climb but the guided tour was excellent, providing useful context to the shrine”
Review of Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari walking tour, with certified guides, public transport, Sekiho-ji Temple, costs, timing, and practical tips.
“The guide was very friendly, knowledgeable, and had clear communication. It was a very nice tour and we specially enjoyed walking in the local neighborhood and visiting the Zen garden.”
