7-Hour Private Kyoto Tour with Hidden Temples and Arashiyama

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Day 01

Pickup and Transportation Arrangements

• We are happy to pick you up from any preferred location, such as a train station or your hotel.
• Please note that you must let me know the pickup place 1 day before the tour start time.
• If you need pickup from outside Kyoto, please contact us for a custom tour request.

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Day 02

Explore Fushimi Inari Shrine

• This shrine will immerse you in the remarkable view of thousands of torii gates.
• Surprisingly, the entire mountain is part of the shrine grounds, including a long stretch of bamboo grove trail and the peaceful sound of birds chirping.
• The giant gates and buildings at the entrance are very clean and beautiful, but deeper inside, more abandoned yet serene shrines begin to appear.
• I will help you find the secret path of this shrine.

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Day 03

Visit a Hidden Moss Temple in Northeastern Kyoto

• After leaving the shrine, we will drive to the northeastern part of Kyoto.
• A peaceful and tranquil temple awaits you there.
• You will be amazed by its gorgeous moss garden, little pretty stream, and lovely pond with koi fish.
• I share this temple exclusively with my guests because it is off the beaten path.
• You will find the real temple that you have been looking for.

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Day 04

Unveil the Mystery of Jakko-in Temple

• There is a mysterious temple farther up in the hills of northeastern Kyoto.
• As you may know, Japanese Buddhist temples were traditionally closed to women.
• They were never admitted under temple law.
• However, Jakko-in has accepted women in pursuit of their life goals ever since its origin.
• It has been one of the very few examples of female temples from the early days.
• The historical background of this temple is sad, as it originated from the death of a woman's family.
• The early samurai were half aristocrats and half warriors.
• Her deceased family formed a very important part of samurai history.

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Day 05

Enjoy Lunch at a Local Favorite

• We will have seen and learned many things.
• It will be a good time for lunch, and I will suggest the best meal for the day from my carefully chosen selections.
• Isn't it boring to be trapped in a touristy area for every meal? I'll take you to a restaurant loved by locals.
• I know some valuable places for Kaiseki, a refined and slightly pricey meal style served with many different dishes.

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Day 06

Explore the Natural Beauty of Arashiyama

• Arashiyama is known for its beautiful setting in the valley.
• The area has a big river crossed by Togetsu-kyo Bridge, connecting the two shores.
• The main attractions are Monkey Park and the bamboo groves, which are family-friendly.
• We will enjoy a nice walk through the bamboo and some lively street shopping.
• You may find good souvenirs to take back home.

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Day 07

Return to Your Accommodation

• Back to your hotel.