Kyoto Tower

Chinese-style door of Kara mon at Nishi Hionganji Temple

Kyoto Tower viewed from the grounds of Higashi Hionganji Temple

Gojo Street in front of Higashi Hionganji Temple

The gate of Shosei-en Garden

Bokakaku at Shosei-en Garden

Tairitsuseki at Shosei-en Garden

Beautifully changing colors of autumn leaves at Shosei-en Garden

Rinchitei at Shosei-en Garden

Chinese-style corridor at Shosei-en Garden

Beautifully changing colors of autumn leaves at Shosei-en Garden

Snow-capped bridge at Shosei-en Garden

Beautifully changing colors of autumn leaves at Shosei-en Garden

Nishi Honganji Temple viewed from the observatory of Kyoto Tower

Kara mon gate and Kyoto Tower at Nishi Hionganji Temple

Shiro shoin at Nishi Hionganji Temple

Amida-do viewed from Goeido at Nishi Hionganji Temple

Senbon Torii at Fushimi inari Shrine

Sakura-mon gate at Fushimi inari Shrine

Beautifully changing colors of autumn leaves at Toji Temple

Kodo, or Lecture Hall, at Toji Temple

Kondo, or Main Hall, at Toji Temple

Five-story pagoda at Toji Temple

Beautifully changing colors of autumn leaves at Nishi Hionganji Temple

Goeido at Nishi Hionganji Temple

Beautifully changing colors of autumn leaves at Nishi Hionganji Temple

Amida-do mon gate at Nishi Hionganji Temple

Shosei-en Garden viewed from the observatory of Kyoto Tower

Walking Tour around Kyoto Station

Name: Walking Tour around Kyoto Station
Brand: TripleLights
Price: 282.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4 (99 reviews)

by Hideo

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8h $ 282 Price up to 30 people

Highlights

Kyoto Station
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Toji Temple
Nishi(West) Honganji Temple
Higashii(East) Honganji Temple
Shosei-en Garden
Kyoto Tower

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282.00 USD

Price up to 30 people

FREE cancelation 30 days prior

Extras (optional)

Extra person ( more than 30 people ).

$ 4.70

Extra hour.

$ 9.40

What to Expect

Please watch a video. From the first 30 seconds to 60 seconds you see the view from the top of Kytoto Station, and for 2 minutes from 3 minutes 40 seconds you can enjoy beautifully changing colors of autumn leaves at Shosei-en Garden, and for the last one minute you can see the view from the observatory of Kyoto Tower.

Kyoto was the ancient capital of Japan from 794 over one thousand years.
I would like to introduce you the area around Kyoto Station.
I can show you Fushimi inari Shrine, Toji Temple, two Honganji Temples, and Shosei-en Garden.

Fushimi Inari Shrine founded in the early 8th century is very popular shrine. On the average, as many as 2.7 million people pay their first visit to this shrine during the first three days of January every year. You can pass through Senbontorii or one thousand shrine gates.

Just a little before arriving Kyoto Station from Osaka using JR (Japan railways), you can see a tall five-stoty pagoda on the right side. It is about 55 meters high at Toji Temple, the tallest five-story pagoda in Japan. In 823 the priest Kukai came to Toji and made it a temple of the Shingon esoteric Buddhist teachings.

The two Honganji Temples, Nishi(West) and Higashi(East), are temples that should not be missed.
Nishi Honganji's Chinese-style Kara-mon gate is a relic of Fushimi Castle. You can stare at decorative engravings of Kara-mon.
Higashi Honganji's grounds has the Miei-do, which is said to be one of the largest wooden structures in the world.

In fact Honganji Temple has been divided into two temples for a certain reason. It is related to Osaka Castle. Do you know why ?

The elegant Shosei-en Garden is located at a short distance of the Higashi Honganji Temple. You can enjoy cherry bosoom viewing in spring and changing colors of autumn leaves in fall.

Lastly you can enjoy 360-degree panoramic view of Kyoto city from the observatory of Kyoto Tower.

There are a lot of scenic places around Kyoto Station. Why don't you join a walking tour around Kyoto Station with me ?

4.4 (99) Reviews

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Very Good		26%
Good		9%
Poor		5%
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Wondering Day with HIDEo

Excellent day in Kyoto!

Excellent excursion.

A wonderful day in Osaka

Day tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima with Hideo

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Languages spoken

Japanese ( Native )
English ( License )

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Highlights

Kyoto Station
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Toji Temple
Nishi(West) Honganji Temple
Higashii(East) Honganji Temple
Shosei-en Garden
Kyoto Tower

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Thank you.

What‘s included

guide fee

What‘s not included

transportation fee (you and guide), lunch, entrance fee

Meeting Point

at your hotel

Ending Point

at your hotel

Duration

8 hours

Starting time

09:00 AM ( recommended ) Flexible

Number of people

up to 30 people Flexible

Frequently Asked Questions

Could you tell us how much transportation fee and entrance fee are ?

We use trains. Transportation fee of this tour is within 500 yen per person. My transportation fee to Kyoto station is 1,680 yen. Entrance fee is 2,100 yen per person.

Can I make changes after I book?

Yes! If you need to make changes such as removing or adding someone to your booking or changing the date or time of your tour, contact us by phone or email

Starting and ending points of the tour.

After you secure your booking, the starting and ending points of your tour can be customized to your convenience (ex.: your hotel, nearby stations, etc.). Don't worry, we will take care of you! Some tours may have an extra fee for this service, make sure to check the tour page.

What happens after I book a tour?

After booking a tour, the guide will accept (or decline) your booking within 24 hours. Then you will be noticed by email from Triplelights.

Is the price per person or per group?

The price is charged per group. Which means that you make a one-time payment for your entire group and the price will not change if it is less or more people.

Can I add more people to my booking?

Some guides accept extra people (more than the specified number) for an extra charge. Please check for the extras on the tour or booking page, or contact your guide directly to clarify.

Will there be other tourists in my tour?

No. Your tour is private, only for you and your family or friends, there will be no other group of tourists together in your tour.

Can the guide pickup me at the airport?

Yes, but there will be additional charge for that and it is not by car. The guide will go pick you up using public transportations. For further details, please contact your guide directly.

I'm travelling alone. Can I book this tour?

Yes, you can and you may be able to get a discount if you are traveling alone. Price depends on which guide you choose.

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Cancellation Policy

If you cancel in the first 14 day(s) before the meeting date ,there is a 100% charge.
If you cancel between 15 and 29 day(s) in advance of the meeting date ,there is a 50% charge.
If you cancel at least 30 day(s) in advance of the meeting date, there is a 100% refund.

Reviews ( 99 )

Ariella ( Family with kids ) Canada

Ariella Canada ( Family with kids )

Excellent

1 week ago

“ Wondering Day with HIDEo ”

We had a wonderful day with HIDEo. We would recommend booking a tour with HIDEo

Hideo:

I'm very happy to receive your review. We visited Matsue Castle and Shimane winery where we could enjoy wine tasting and barbecue for lunch. Lastly we visited sacred Izumo Grand Shrine closely related to Japanese Mythology. I wish you happiness. I hope to see you again. Thank you, Ariella.

Anju ( Family ) United States

Anju United States ( Family )

Excellent

1 week ago

“ Excellent day in Kyoto! ”

Hideo is very organized and knowledgeable! He met us in the lobby of our hotel and we spent about 5.5 hours together. He knew quite a bit about the history of Kyoto and Japan in general and answered all of our questions. It was very hot, but we managed quite nicely as there were enough times we were in a cooler areas. His English, while not like a native speaker's, was perfectly fine. We had no trouble understanding or communicating. We did provide lunch, but it was our pleasure to have Hideo as our guest. He made the day very enjoyable!

Hideo:

Hello Anju I'm very happy to receive your review. It was very hot on that day, bur thank you for following my guide payin my lunch. I wish your family much happinss. I hope to see you again. Thank you, Anju.

Alexey ( Solo ) Russian Federation

Alexey Russian Federation ( Solo )

Excellent

2 weeks ago

“ Excellent excursion. ”

Excellent excursion.

Hideo:

I'm very happy to receive your message. We enjoyed Hiroshima local food, grilled conger and fried oysters for lunch. In Peace Memorial Museum we took a look at a lot of sad and emotional pictures. I had a great time with you. Thank you, Alexey. I hope to see you again. I wish you every happiness.

Summer ( Family ) United States

Summer United States ( Family )

Excellent

3 weeks ago

“ A wonderful day in Osaka ”

Prior to the trip, we had many email exchanges with Hideo. He answered all of our questions quickly and thoroughly. Since we were coming from Kyoto, we met at the Shin-Osaka train station and started our day. The first stop was Osaka Castle. We enjoyed the structural features Hideo pointed out, and he showed us several pictures of the castle in spring when cherry blossoms are blooming. He showed us the best spot to have our pictures taken and patiently explained the historical backgrounds of the castle. The trip to Dotonbori was fun, and Hideo reserved a restaurant where we enjoyed okonomiyaki. He helped us ordered the right amount of food for the five of us, and it was absolutely delicious. Hideo took his time for us to visit the Umeda Sky Building and patiently pointed out the im... read more

Hideo:

Hello Summer I'm very happy to receive your message. I'm relieved that you enjoyed my Osaka trip. I guided you Osaka Castle, Dotonbori, Doguyasuji (Kitchen utensil street), Kuromon Market (one of the three major markets in Japan) and Umeda Sky Building. Lastly I showed you a rare water clock at Osaka station. I'm sure you could enjoy your trip of Japan. I hope to see you again. I wish you and your family every happiness. Thank you, Summer. Best HIDEo YOSHIda

Pauline ( Family with kids ) United States

Pauline United States ( Family with kids )

Very Good

1 month ago

“ Day tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima with Hideo ”

We loved touring with Hideo! He was so polite and so accomodating to whatever we wanted to do and see. He was extremely helpful with planning the full day for us and helping us with staying on schedule so we could see all that we had planned. He went above and beyond and even helped us with details of booking the train to get to our next destination of Koyasan. Very pleased in all with our tour and day with Hideo and would greatly recommend him to anyone for this tour. Thank you Hideo!

Hideo: