Date

Location

April 28, 2016

Activity Plan

Arrival in Osaka, Japan from Manila

OSAKA

April 29, 2016

Kamikochi

KAMIKOCHI

April 30, 2016

Takayama
TAKAYAMA
Gokayama

May 1, 2016

GOKAYAMA

May 2, 2016

Kyoto
KYOTO
May 3, 2016
OSAKA
May 4, 2016

Kyoto
Osaka

Contact

Accommodation

Gin Naka

Transportaion

Kintetsu Japan Rail Pass

Osaka >> Nagoya
Japan Rail Pass
Nagyoya >> Matsimoto
Bus
Matsimoto >> Kamikochi

Kamonji-goya Hut
Contact: Kamijo
No: 0263-33-8434
Duration: 1night

Bus
Kamikochi >> Takayama

TAKAYAMA
J-Hoppers Hida Takayama Guesthouse
Bus
Takayama >> Gokayama
Goyomon
Contact:
No: 0763-66-2154
Duration: 1night
Additional details:
Bed Goyomon (Goyomon)
939-1915
Toyama Prefecture Nanto Ainokura
438
TEL: 0763-66-2154
FAX: 0763-66-2227

Bus
Gokayama >> Kanazawa
Japan Rail Pass
Kanazawa >> Kyoto

KYOTO
Guesthouse Tu Casa
KYOTO
Guesthouse Tu Casa

Japan Rail Pass

Kyoto >> Osaka

Date

Location

28-Apr-16 MANILA

OSAKA

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29-Apr-16

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KANAZAWA

KANAZAWA TO KYOTO

KYOTO

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4-May-16

KYOTO TO OSAKA

OSAKA

OSAKA TO MANILA

MANILA

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Time

Activity Plan
4:00
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PM 3:05 PM MNL time Departure from Manila

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PM 7:55 PM JPN time Arrival in Japan
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11:00 PM
12:00 AM "- Arrival in Osaka, Japan from Manila
- Check-in to Airbnb host (Booking of accommodation
under Sheila Grace Abalajen)
- Visit Dotonburi for a walk and dinner
1:00 AM Check in
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Contact

Gin Naka
"+81 9013641673
2 Chome-15-16
Shimanouchi, Ch-ku,
saka-shi, saka-fu 5420082, Japan

1:00 AM Check in
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12:00 AM " Sight-seeing in Takayama
- Hida Kokubunji Temple
- Festival Floats Exhibition Hall
- Takayama Histrical Goverment House
- Hida Furniture Museum
"- Hida Folk Village
- Hida Takayama Crafts Experience Center
- Hida Takayama Shunkei Hall
- Shibukusa ceramics Houkokusha
1:00 AM Check in
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Contact: Kamijo
No: 0263-33-8434

12:00 PM
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12:00 AM "- Sight-seeing in Gokayama/Shirakawa-go
- Hida Furniture Museum
- Ainokura Gassho-Zukuri Village
- Murakami House
- Historic Village of Shirakawa-go
- Deaibashi Bridge
- Shinshoji Temple
- Shimonashi Pocket Park - Mugiyabushi performance
- Suganuma Gassho-Zukuri Village
- Shirakawa-go Wada House
- Shiroyama Tenshukaku Tenbodai (Viewing Platform)

1:00 AM Check in

Contact:
No: 0763-66-2154
Additional details:
Bed Goyomon (Goyomon)
939-1915
Toyama Prefecture Nanto
Ainokura 438
TEL: 0763-66-2154
FAX: 0763-66-2227

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12:00 PM
1:00 PM Lunch at Kanazawa
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1:00 AM Check in

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TEL

075-746-2447
Mobile
070-5438-1488
E-mail
info@guesthousetucasa.c
om

12:00 AM Visit temples/tourist spots

- Tenryu-ji Temple
- Bamboo Grove
- Kinkaku-ji Temple
- Ginkaku-ji Temple
- Path of Philosophy
- Nanzen-ji Temple
- Shoren-in Temple and Chion-in Temple
- Maruyama-koen Park
- Kiyomizu-dera Temple
1:00 AM Check in
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9:00 PM 8:40 PM JPN time Departure from Osaka, Japan
10:00 PM
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12:00 AM 11:45 PM MNL time Arrival in Manila, Phil
1:00 AM

Accommodation

Transportaion

AirBnb in Osaka

Kintetsu Japan Rail Pass

Osaka >> Nagoya
Japan Rail Pass
Nagyoya >> Matsimoto
Bus
Matsimoto >> Kamikochi

Kamonji-goya Hut

Bus
Kamikochi >> Takayama

J-Hoppers Hida Takayama

Guesthouse

Bus
Takayama >> Gokayama

Goyomon

Bus
Gokayama >> Kanazawa
Japan Rail Pass
Kanazawa >> Kyoto

KYOTO
Guesthouse Tu Casa

KYOTO
Guesthouse Tu Casa

Japan Rail Pass

Kyoto >> Osaka

28-Apr

29-Apr

30-Apr

1-May

2-May

3-May

4-May

Osaka
1night accomodation
kamikochi
Kamonji-goya Hut
NOT SURE
Takayama? May
accomodation?
Gokayama (Ainokura)
Goyomon
Kyoto
may accomodation?
osaka
same accomodation sa
una?

OSAKA
https://www.google.co.in/maps/place/Japan,+%E3%80%92542-0082+%C5%8Csaka-fu,+%C

KAMIKOCHI
https://kamonjigoya.wordpress.com/

GOKAYAMA
http://www.gokayama-info.jp/en/accommo_gassho.html

KYOTO
http://guesthousetucasa.com/access/index.html

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TOURIST PASS
http://touristpass.jp/en/

Osaka to Kamikochi
Kamikochi to Takayama
Takayama to Gokayama(Ainokura)
Gokayama to Kyoto
Kyoto to Osaka

NSOHelpline.com.

Non-reserved seats of ordinary cars of JR limited express, express, rapid, and ordinary trains
Nagoya Toyama station (via Tokaido/Takayama lines)
Kanazawa Kyoto station stations within Osaka City area (via Hokuriku/Kosei/Tokaido lines),
Osaka City area Kansai-airport station (via Hanwa/Kansai-airport lines)

Non-reserved seats of ordinary cars of the Hokuriku Shinkansen

Toyama Kanazawa station

Nohi Bus/Hokutetsu Bus: Shirakawa-go/Kanazawa line

akayama Nohi Bus Center Shirakawa-go Kanazawa (with some exceptions; reservations required)

Kaetsuno Bus: World Heritage Bus

Shirakawa-go Shin-Takaoka station

Tokaido lines),

ervations required)

It's more than 3 hrs. by JR from Osaka to Matsumoto, and then you have to take another 1.5 hr. bus/rail to get to Ka
afternoon.
For train schedules, check out
www.hyperdia.com/cgi-english/hyperWeb.cgi
For bus/train schedules between Matsumoto and Kamikochi, check out
www.alpico.co.jp/access/route_k/index_e.html

The only worry I have for you is that you're going there from Osaka without a reservation for your jour
We stayed in Matsumoto the night before we went and made the reservation beforehand. Try to find o
reservation from Osaka.

We took the morning direct bus which took 100 min. There is a slightly shorter journey if you dont min
min. train from Matsumoto to Shin-Shimashima followed by a 50 mn. bus to Kamikochi. On your return
you have to make the transfer in Shin-Shimashima. Even with a return ticket, you should get a boardin
beforehand for your designated bus departure to ensure a seat. That way you dont have to queue up
advised to arrive 10 min. before the bus departs.

The ticket office in Matsumoto is in the basement supermarket of a dept. store across the street to the
depot is just above street from the ticket office. The private train for Shin-Shimashima shares a platfor

Route 1

2,3. You may use JR pass 7 days for the first 7 days. It will cover until you complete the trip to Tokyo. You d
last 2 days in Nagoya and back to the airport. Single ticket may be okay.

You cannot book a ticket online. So your only choice is booking after you arrive in Japan. It will be Golden w
there is no way to book before arrival anyway. The only thing you can do is book all train booking after arriv
exchange your JR pass at Nagoya station.

NAGANO
http://www.jreast.co.jp/e/stations/e1105.html

MATSUMOTO
http://www.jreast.co.jp/e/stations/e1444.html

MATSUMOTO TO KAMIKOCHI
http://www.kamikochi.org/articles/featured-articles/33-matsumoto-to-kamikochi

ROUTE 2

http://www.hyperdia.com/cgi/en/search.html?dep_node=OSAKA&arv_node=MATSUMOTO&v

http://www.insidekyoto.com/2012/01/reserving-japanese-train-tickets-from.html
JAPAN RAIL PASS
http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2361.html

REGULAR TICKETS
http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2359_001.html
BUS
http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2015.html
HIGHWAY BUSES
http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2366.html

http://www.japanrailpass.net/en/

https://www.westjr.co.jp/global/en/travel-information/shinkansen/

https://www.westjr.co.jp/global/en/travel-information/pass/shop/list.php?c=PHILIPPINES&a=

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ets-from.html

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=04&day=29&hour=06&minute=00&search_type=0&search_way=&transtime=undefined&sort=0&max_route

ned&sort=0&max_route=5&faretype=0&ship=off&lmlimit=null&search_target=route&facility=reserved&sum_

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Accomodation map:
https://www.google.co.in/maps/place/Guesthouse+tu+casa/@34.9965517,135.7668768,17

Guesthouse Tu Casa
http://guesthousetucasa.com/access/index.html

http://kyoto.asanoxn.com/places/ps_popularity.htm

Itinerary
http://kyoto.asanoxn.com/places/gion/gion.htm

http://www.everytrail.com/guide/gion-geisha-district-kyoto-/map

Must See Kyoto Temples 1 Day Itinerary

http://www.insidekyoto.com/must-see-kyoto-1-day-itinerary
Start the day by heading to the west side of the city: Arashiyama (see theArashiyama Dis

In Arashiyama, visitTenryu-ji Templeand the adjoiningArashiyama Bamboo Grove, then r

500 Tenryu-ji Temple is the headline attraction in Arashiyama, a sprawling Zen templ

Right off the main drag in Arashiyama, a few steps from the main bus stop (Tenryuji-mae) a
You cant help but notice that this is one of the best examples of shakkei (borrowed scenery
Make your way slowly uphill and away from the main hall and then exit the garden/temple
Walking Tour:Tenryu-ji temple features in ourPrivate Walking Tour of Arashiyama
English address:68 Susukinobaba-cho, Saga Tenryu-ji, Ukyo-ku
Japanese address:68
Opening hours:
8:30am-5:30pm, last entry 5:30pm, March 21st-October 20th
8:30am-5:00pm, last entry 5:00pm, October 21st-March 20th
Admission:
Admission to grounds: Free
Hojo garden:
Adults and College and High school students: Y500

Junior high and elementary school students: Y300

Hodo (Unryu-zu): \500
*Open 9am-5pm (9am-4:30pm October 21st-March 20th)
Non-smoking area:Yes
Nearest Transport:
1 min walk from Arashiyama Station, Keifuku dentetsu, Arashiyama line
13 min walk from Saga Arashiyama Station, JR Sagano line
15 min walk from Arashiyama Station, Henkyu railway
Telephone:881-1235

The Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is one of Kyotos top sights and for good reason: standing amid th

If youve been planning a trip to Kyoto, youve probably seen pictures of the Arashiyama Ba
You can access it directly from the main street of Arashiyama, a little to the north of the en
Walking Tour:Arashiyama Bamboo Grove features in ourPrivate Walking Tour of Arashiyam
English address:Arashiyama, Ukyo-ku
Japanese address:
Opening hours:24hrs
Non-smoking area:Yes
Nearest Transport:
10 min walk from Saga Arashiyama Station, JR Sagano line
15 min walk from Arashiyama Station, Henkyu railway

Telephone:861-0012

1000 Okochi-Sanso Villa is one of the top sights in Kyoto. It rivals any of the citys imperial properties, a

Formerly the estate of the famed film actor Okochi Denjiro (1898-1962), this sublime villa a
But its the gardens here that really boggle the mind. Follow the standard route, which is cl
Walking Tour:Okochi-Sanso Villa features in ourPrivate Walking Tour of Arashiyama
English address:8 Tabushiyama-cho, Saga Ogurayama, Ukyo-ku
Japanese address:
Opening hours:9:00am-5:00pm
Admission:
Adults and College and High school students: Y1000
Junior high and elementary school students: Y500
Non-smoking area:Yes
Nearest Transport:
15 min walk from Arashiyama Station, Keifuku dentetsu, Arashiyama line
25 min walk from Arashiyama Station, Henkyu railway
Telephone:872-2233
Website:None

From here, youll head to the northwest corner of the city to visitKinkaku-ji Temple(the fa

Kinkaku-ji, the famed Golden Pavilion, is Kyotos most iconic sight. Its well with a visit, just try

400

Rising above its reflecting pond like an apparition, the golden hall of Kinkaku-ji is Kyotos m
English address:
1 Kinkaku-ji-cho, Kita-ku
Japanese address:
1
Opening hours:
9am-5pm
Admission:
Adults: \400
Junior high and elementary school students: \300
Non-smoking area:Yes
Nearest Transport:
In front of Kinkaku-ji-mae Bus Stop, Kyoto City Bus 205 from Kyoto Station
Nearest Hotels:
::Check availability and pricing for hotels near Kinkaku-ji Temple onBooking.comorAgoda
Telephone:461-0013
After visiting Kinkaku-ji, catch Kyoto City bus no 204 all the way east (make sure to take it

Ginkaku-ji temple, the famed Silver Pavilion, has magnificient halls and gardens. Its predictabl

500 Ginkaku-ji Temple (The Silver Pavilion) is on everyones checklist of sights to see while in
English address:
2 Ginkaku-ji-cho, Sakyo-ku
Japanese Address:
2
Opening hours:
8.30am-5pm March-November
9am-4.30pm December-February
Admission:
Adults: \500
Junior high and elementary school students: \300
Non-smoking area:Yes
Nearest Transport:
10min walk from Ginkaku-ji-michi Bus Stop, Kyoto City Bus 5 or 17 from Kyoto Station
Nearest Hotels:
::Check availability and pricing for hotels near to Ginkaku-ji Temple onBooking.comorAgo
Telephone:771-5725

After visiting Ginkaku-ji, exit the temple and walk south along thePath of Philosophyto N

The Path of Philosophy is easily one of the most attractive sights in Kyoto a streamside path lined

As far as were concerned, a lazy stroll along the Path of Philosophy (Tetsugaku-no-Michi in
The Path of Philosophy starts about 100 meters north ofEikan-do Templeand reaches its no
Be warned, because the Path of Philosophy is lined with cherry trees, it will be crammed wi
VisitNanzen-ji Templeand then walk west to Jingu-michi. Turn left (south) on Jingu-michi,

One of the best temples in the Northern Higashiyama district, Nanzen-ji Temple is a sprawling Zen

Ill always love Nanzen-ji Temple. Its one of the first temples I ever explored in Kyoto and it
500 Walking Tour:Nanzen-ji Temple features in ourPrivate Walking Tour of Nanzen-ji Temple to Y
English address:
86 Fukuchi-cho, Nanzen-ji, Sakyo-ku
Japanese address:
86
Opening hours:
8.40am-5pm, last entry 4:40pm March-November
8.40am-4.30pm, last entry 4:10pm December-February
Admission:
Admission to grounds: Free
Hojo garden:
Adults: \500
High school students: \400
Junior high and elementary school students: \300
San-mon gate:
Adults: \500
High school students: \400
Junior high and elementary school students: \300
Non-smoking area:Yes
Nearest Transport:
10min walk from Keage Station, Tozai subway line
Nearest Hotels:
::Check availability and pricing for hotels near to Nanzen-ji Temple onBooking.comorAgo
Telephone:771-0365

One of our all-time favorite temples in Kyoto, Shoren-in is bypassed by almost all tourists and bus

Formerly a retreat for the abbot of the Tendai School of Buddhish, Shoreh-in is an intimate l
After inspecting the buildings, you can retrieve your shoes and explore the garden on foot (
Walking Tour:Shoren-in Temple features in ourPrivate Walking Tour of Southern Higashiyam
English address:
500 69-1 Sanjobo-cho, Awataguchi, Higashiyama-ku
Japanese address::
69-1
Opening hours:
9am-5pm, last entry 4:30pm
Admission:
Adults: \500
High and junior high school students: \400
Elementary school students: \200
Non-smoking area:Yes
Nearest Transport:
3min walk from Jingu-michi Bus Stop, Kyoto City Bus 5, 46, or 100 from Kyoto Station
5min walk from Higashiyama Station, Tozai subway line
Telephone:561-2345

Often overlooked by tourists, Kodai-ji Temple is one of the finest temples in the Southern Higashiy

With a garden designed by Japans most famous garden designers (Kobori Enshu) and a tea
While some traditionalists cry foul, we cant help but love the nighttime illuminations that a
600 English address:
526 Shimokawara-cho, Kodai-ji, Higashiyama-ku
Japanese address::
526
Opening hours:
9am-5:30pm, last entry 5:00pm
Admission:
Adults: \600 (Including Sho Museum)
High and junior high school students: \250
Discount ticket for 3 places (Kodai-ji, Sho Museum, and Entoku-in Temple): \900
Non-smoking area:Yes
Nearest Transport:
5min walk from Higashiyama Yasui Bus Stop, Kyoto City Bus 206 from Kyoto Station
Nearest Hotels:
::Check availability and pricing for hotels near Kodai-ji Temple onBooking.comorAgoda.co
Telephone:561-9966

Kiyomizu-dera Temple is one of Kyotos must-see attractions. Its a bustling riot of commerce and

Presiding over theSouthern Higashiyama Sightseeing district, with a brilliant view across th
Were not going to say much about this place, other than its a pitch-black subterranean gr
Walking Tour:Kiyomizu-dera Temple features in ourPrivate Walking Tour of Southern Higash
300 English address:
1-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku
Japanese address::
1-294
Opening hours:
6am- around 6pm, the gate close time varies by season (5:30pm-6:30pm)
Admission:
Adults: \300
Junior and elementary school students: \200
Non-smoking area:Yes
Nearest Transport:
10min walk from Gojo-zaka or Kiyomizu-michi Bus Stop, Kyoto City Bus 100 or 206 from Kyo
Nearest Hotels:
::Check availability and pricing for hotels near Kiyomizu-dera Temple onBooking.comorAg
Telephone:551-1234

Exit Chion-in to the left, cut acrossMaruyama-koen Parkand follow Nene-no-Michi and the

An oasis of green amid the Southern Higashiyama Sightseeing District, Maruyama-koen Park is th

Complete with a duck pond, some gurgling streams and some of the finest cherry trees in a
Walking Tour:Maruyama-koen Park features in ourPrivate Walking Tour of Southern Higash
English address:
Maruyama-cho, Higashiyama-ku
Japanese address::

Opening hours:
Open 24 hours
Admission:
Free
Non-smoking area:Yes
Nearest Transport:
1min walk from Gion Bus Stop, Kyoto City Bus 100 or 206 from Kyoto Station
15min walk from Gion Shijo Station, Keihan line
Telephone:222-3586

After visiting Kiyomizu-dera, walk down Chawan-zaka and Gojo-zaka to reach Higashioji-d

Perhaps the single most impressive sight in all of Kyoto, bar none, Fushimi-Inari-Taisha Shrine is t

Its hard to describe Fushimi-Inari-Taisha Shrine as a mere Shinto Shrine. Thats like describ
Walking Tour:Fushimi-Inari-Taisha Shrine features in ourPrivate Walking Tour of Tofuku-ji Tem
English address:
68 Yabunouchi-cho, Fukakusa, Fushimi-ku
Japanese address:
68
Opening hours:
Dawn to dusk
Admission:
Free
Non-smoking area:Yes
Nearest Transport:
5min walk from Inari Station, JR Nara line
10min walk from Fushimi Inari Station, Keihan line
Nearest Hotels:
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Telephone:561-1551

Getting home from Fushimi-Inari-Taisha Shrine is easy: You can take the Keihan Line from
If you complete the Must See Kyoto Temples itinerary in one day, I wish you a hearty otsuka

Kyoto Secret Spots

Honen-in is our favorite temple in all of Kyoto, and thats saying a lot in a city with over 1600 temp

Starting with an incredibly scenic approach that culminates in a moss-covered gate, Honen
The main hall itself is only open from 1-17 April (when the camellias are in bloom) and 1-7
Theres also a small kura (storehouse) on the grounds where interesting free art exhibits ar
English address:
30 Goshonodan-cho, Shishigatani, Sakyo-ku
Japanese Address:
30
Opening hours:
6am-4pm
Admission:
Free
Non-smoking area:Yes
Nearest Transport:
10min walk from Ginkaku-ji-michi Bus Stop, Kyoto City Bus 5 or 17 from Kyoto Station
Telephone:771-2420

Tiny Gio-ji Temple is one of the most scenic spots in Arashiyama. The thatched-roof main hall over

Most tourists stream right past the entrance to Gio-ji Temple and adjoining Takiguchi-dera T
Walking Tour:Gio-ji temple features in ourPrivate Walking Tour of Arashiyama
English address:32 Kozaka, Saga Toriimoto, Ukyo-ku
300 Japanese address:32
Opening hours:9:00am-5:00pm, last entry 4:30pm
Admission:\300 (Elementary school students: \100)
Non-smoking area:Yes
Nearest Transport:
10 min from Sagashakado-mae bus stop (Kyoto city bus or Kyoto bus)
20 min walk from Saga Arashiyama Station, JR Sagano line
Telephone:861-3574

A short distance up the river from Jingo-ji Temple, this fine (and free) pocket temple is a real char

When going toJingo-ji Temple, when you get to the bottom of the steps and before you star
English address:
500 1 Makino-o-cho, Umegahata, Ukyo-ku
Japanese address:
1
Opening hours:
9am-5pm
Admission:
Adults: \500
High and junior high school students: \400
Elementary school students and younger: Free
Non-smoking area:Yes
Nearest Transport:
5min walk from Makino-o Bus Stop, JR bus Takao Keihoku line from Kyoto Station
Telephone:861-1770

This perfect walled in garden just down the hill from Nanzen-ji Temple is a brilliant place to escap

The villa of prominent Meiji Era statesman Yamagata Aritomo, who played a pivotal role in t
English address:
31 Kusagawa-cho, Nanzen-ji, Sakyo-ku
Japanese address:
31
Opening hours:
9am-4:30pm
Admission:
\400
Non-smoking area:Yes
Nearest Transport:
7min walk from Keage Station, Tozai subway line
Telephone:366-0033

Kyoto Walking Tour 4: Gion Evening Walk

Discover the world of the geisha in this atmospheric evening walk in Gion, the Floating World of Kyot

This private Kyoto walking tour is great for those who want to explore the world of the geish
The Tour Itinerary
For those who want to immerse themselves in Japans traditional entertainment district (th

Your Own Private Tour Guide

Don't forget this is a private walking tour, just for you and your friends and family. There wi
Time:Two hours
Cost:Y25,000 per group (not per person)
Y25,000 is approximately $210 USD or 170 Euros
Difficulty:Easy
Highlights:Hanami-koji Lane (geisha district), preserved houses, the chance of geisha sight
Ideal starting time:5.30pm (tour not offered on Sunday evening or from Dec 29 to Jan 3).

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Kyoto Specialties and Where to Sample Them

Heres where to sample each of Kyotos specialties:
Kaiseki (Japanese haute cuisine)
Gion Karyo
Gion Karyo is one of the more accessible kaiseki restaurants in the heart of Gion. Its a grea
Hyotei
One of Kyotos Michelin three-star restaurants, Hyotei is one of the most attractive restaura
Shojin Ryori (Japanese Buddhist vegetarian cuisine)
Shigetsu
Inside the grounds of Tenryu-ji Temple, Shigetsu is a great place to try traditional Japanese
Tofu
Tosuiro
If you think you know tofu, you havent stepped inside the door of this tofu-lovers paradise

Yudofu (tofu cooked in hot broth)

Yudofu Sagano
Yodofu Sagano is a great place to try that great Arashiyama Buddhist specialty: yudo (chun
Kyo-wagashi (Kyoto sweets)
Kagizen Yoshifusa
Kagizen Yoshifusa is a traditional sweet shop in the heart of Gion with a serene tea room wh

Where To Eat Classic Japanese Dishes In Kyoto

Heres where to sample classic Japanese dishes:
Sushi
Den Shichi
One of the best and most approachable sushi bars in Kyoto, Den Shichi serves mouth-wate
Ganko Sushi
A vast downtown sushi specialist, Ganko Sushi is one of the most approachable and reason
Tempura
Yoshikawa Tempura
Yoshikawa Tempura serves Kyotos best tempura in a beautiful old wooden building built aro
Ramen
Ippudo Ramen
Ippudo Ramen is our favorite ramen joint in all of Kyoto. The soup and noodles are sublime
Soba
Honke Owariya
Located in an atmospheric old wooden building, Honke Owariya is arguably the best soba r
Udon
Omen
Just down the hill fromGinkaku-ji Temple, Omen is one of our favorite restaurants in Kyoto.
Okonomiyaki
Nishiki Warai
The name means laugh and it sets the tone for a no-holds-barred good time eating some
Unagi (eel)
Kane-yo
Kane-yo is one the best places in Kyoto to sample unagi (eel). The place positively oozes o

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(see theArashiyama District pagefor transport details). Try to arrive in Arashiyama no later than 9am.

ma Bamboo Grove, then return quickly to the main street of Arashiyama (in front of Tenryu-ji).
a sprawling Zen temple with one of the finest gardens in Kyoto and wonderful mountain views.

bus stop (Tenryuji-mae) and the Keifuku Lines Arashiyama Station, Tenryu-ji Temple is the logical first stop for a
hakkei (borrowed scenery) in Japan: the steep mountains of Arashiyama form are perfectly incorporated into the
exit the garden/temple by the north gate. A quick left from here will bring you right into the heart ofArashiyam
of Arashiyama

d reason: standing amid these soaring stalks of bamboo is like being in another world.

res of the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove along with the torii tunnels ofFushimi-Inari-Taisha ShrineandKinkaku-ji
tle to the north of the entrance toTenryu-ji Temple, but its best paired with a visit to that temple (exit the north
alking Tour of Arashiyama

citys imperial properties, and you dont need reservations to enter.

962), this sublime villa and surrounding gardens are now open to the public. Many people balk at the Y1,000 ad
andard route, which is clearly indicated with arrows, and youll see all the important parts, including a viewpoin
ur of Arashiyama

Kinkaku-ji Temple(the famed Golden Pavilion). For this leg, a taxi is really the only way to go since theres no

ts well with a visit, just try to pick a time when the crowds arent there.

of Kinkaku-ji is Kyotos most impressive sight, especially if youre there on the four or five days per year when it

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east (make sure to take it east rather than south) to the Ginkakuji-michi Stop. Walk from the bus stop toGinkaku

nd gardens. Its predictably popular so best visited in off-peak times

of sights to see while in Kyoto, both foreigners and Japanese alike. We understand why: its about as beautiful a

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ePath of Philosophyto Nanzen-ji Temple (about 25 minutes at a good clip).

to a streamside path lined with blossoming trees and shrubs of every description.

y (Tetsugaku-no-Michi in Japanese) is the single best way to spend an hour or two in Kyoto. Named for a Kyoto U
Templeand reaches its northern terminus at the base of the approach toGinkaku-ji temple. There are several ca
es, it will be crammed with people duringcherry blossom season. The simple solution? Walk the path just after s

t (south) on Jingu-michi, cross Sanjo-dori, passShoren-in Templeand then enterChion-in Templevia the enormo

Temple is a sprawling Zen paradise surrounded by lush green hills.

r explored in Kyoto and it opened my eyes to just how magical a proper Japanese temple can be. All the elemen
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almost all tourists and bus groups.

Shoreh-in is an intimate little temple perfectly situated against the green of the Higashiyama Mountains. Becaus
plore the garden on foot (highly recommended). The way is clearly market and will take you by a fine tea house,
r of Southern Higashiyama

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s in the Southern Higashiyama Area.

(Kobori Enshu) and a tea house designed by the founder of the tea ceremony (Sen no Rikyu), Kodai-ji Temple re
ttime illuminations that are held at the temple in the spring and fall. Walking through the bamboo grove here w

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ling riot of commerce and schlock, but its a lot of fun, especially for the kids.

a brilliant view across the entire city, Kiyomiuz-dera Temple is just about everything a temple shouldnt be: its
h-black subterranean grotto which contains a stone that has the power to grant any wish. Continue from there
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ow Nene-no-Michi and then Ninen-zaka and Sannen-zaka south toKiyomizu-dera Temple.

Maruyama-koen Park is the perfect spot for a rest or picnic while exploring the area.

he finest cherry trees in all of Kyoto, Maruyama-koen Park is a brilliant little park tucked up against the base of t
Tour of Southern Higashiyama

to Station

aka to reach Higashioji-dori. Cross Higashioji-dori and walk west (downhill) on Gojo-dori to reach Keihan Kiyomiz

mi-Inari-Taisha Shrine is the most important shrine in the entire city. Dont miss it!

hrine. Thats like describing the Notre Dame as a chapel. The fact is, Fushimi-Inari is an entire world of shrines a
alking Tour of Tofuku-ji Temple to Fushimi-Inari-Taisha Shrine

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ke the Keihan Line from Fushimi-Inari Station to Shihijo, Shijo or Sanjo stations, or the JR Line from Inari Station
wish you a hearty otsukare-same (job well done)! I sincerely hope that next time you come to Kyoto, you can sl

a city with over 1600 temples.

oss-covered gate, Honen-in works its magic on the visitor right from the start. Once inside, youll pass between
as are in bloom) and 1-7 November (when the maples turn red). During these times, you have to pay to enter th
esting free art exhibits are held and more serious exhibits are sometimes held in the main hall. Its worth pointin

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hatched-roof main hall overlooking a moss-covered grotto is a magical sight.

djoining Takiguchi-dera Temple, but thats their loss. Gio-ji Temple, in particular, is one of the finest sights in Ara
Arashiyama

ocket temple is a real charmer and should not be missed.

steps and before you start climbing up to the temple, take a right (before the river) and a few minutes walking

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is a brilliant place to escape the crowds that plague the big-name spots of Higashiyama.

played a pivotal role in the Russo-Japanese war, Murin-an villa is the ultimate in secret gardens. Hidden behind

he Floating World of Kyoto.

ore the world of the geisha, Kyotos famed Gion entertainment district (the so-called Floating World).

ntertainment district (the Floating World), this is the way to do it without spending a fortune. Your guide will t

ends and family. There will be no-one else on the tour with you, so you have the guide to yourself. We have som

he chance of geisha sightings, an explanation of the world of the geisha, Shimbashi (the most scenic street in al
r from Dec 29 to Jan 3).

heart of Gion. Its a great place to eat while out exploring Gion.
most attractive restaurants in Kyoto. Its a kaiseki restaurant that makes few concessions to foreign palates

try traditional Japanese Buddhist cuisines, also known as shojin-ryori.

this tofu-lovers paradise!

ist specialty: yudo (chunks of tofu simmered in broth).

with a serene tea room where you can enjoy traditional sweets with cups of thick matcha tea.

hichi serves mouth-watering sushi in a classic sushi-bar atmosphere.

approachable and reasonably priced sushi places in Kyoto.

wooden building built around a sublime Japanese garden.

and noodles are sublime and the accompanying dumplings crispy and delicious.

arguably the best soba restaurant in all of Kyoto.

ite restaurants in Kyoto. They serve some of Kyotos best udon noodles

d good time eating some of Kyotos tastiest okonomiyaki.

place positively oozes old Kyoto charm and the unagi is delicious

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mountain views.

he logical first stop for any exploration of Arashiyama. You start by exploring the main hall and observing the fa
ctly incorporated into the design of the garden.
o the heart ofArashiyamas famous Bamboo Grove.

ha ShrineandKinkaku-ji Temple, its one of the most photographed sights in the city. But no picture can capture
at temple (exit the north gate, take a left and youll be in the grove in no time). Theres just one main path throu

ple balk at the Y1,000 admission fee, but we think its worth shelling out to see this place, especially since the a
rts, including a viewpoint that offers views across the whole city and a lovely little Shinto shrine. Frankly, we usu

ay to go since theres no direct/efficient public transport. A taxi from Arashiyama to Kinkaku-ji will take around 2

ve days per year when its covered in snow. The only problem is, as you might guess, that its almost always pac

m the bus stop toGinkaku-ji Templeand visit the temple.

: its about as beautiful as any temple in the city. But, if you visit between 10am and 4pm, especially on a week

oto. Named for a Kyoto University professor who took his daily constitutional along this route, the path is aptly n
ple. There are several cafes en route where you can stop for a cuppa, and be sure to keep your eyes peeled for
Walk the path just after sunset, when the crowds have gone home (the trees are illuminated for several hours a

n Templevia the enormous San-mon Gate.

e can be. All the elements are there: the impressive San-Mon gate, the subtle karesansui (dry gravel Zen) gar

yama Mountains. Because it was originally built as a residence rather than a religious building, the place looks m
you by a fine tea house, where well-connected tea masters hold occasional tea ceremonies. Youll eventually pa

Rikyu), Kodai-ji Temple represents the confluence of some of Japans greatest artistic and cultural traditions.
he bamboo grove here with each stalk bathed in a ghostly light is something straight out of Narnia. Dont miss it

temple shouldnt be: its noisy, crowded, crassly commercial (in its sales of amulets and fortunes), and as gaudy
sh. Continue from there into the main compound and visit Jishu-jinja, where youll see students trying to walk fr

up against the base of the Higashiyama Mountain, sandwiched betweenYasaka-jinja Shrineto the south andCh

to reach Keihan Kiyomizu-Gojo Station. Here, board any Keihan train except a tokkyu (limited express) and take

entire world of shrines and shrine gates spread across an entire mountain in Southeast Kyoto. Were willing to r

R Line from Inari Station to Kyoto Station.

ome to Kyoto, you can slow down a bit and see some of the sights on one of my Off-the-Beaten-Track Kyoto itine

de, youll pass between two sand mounds that are said to purify the visitor. You then cross a lovely stone bridge
u have to pay to enter the main hall, but its more than worth it (the black Amida Buddha figure here is one of th
ain hall. Its worth pointing out that the abbot of Honen-in is one of the most switched on individuals in the whol

of the finest sights in Arashiyama. The thatched-roof main hall is tiny and theres little to see inside, but viewed

a few minutes walking will bring you to the steps that lead up to Saimyo-ji Temple, one of Kyotos most charmi

gardens. Hidden behind plain walls, you could easily pass right by it and ignore the place entirely (which is exa

oating World).

fortune. Your guide will take you through the most scenic streets of two different geisha districts and explain the

o yourself. We have some of Kyoto's best English-speaking guides, helping you maximise your time and enjoym

e most scenic street in all Kyoto), and Ponto-cho (another scenic geisha district)

ons to foreign palates

hall and observing the famed garden and pond from inside the hall, then you put your shoes back on and explor

ut no picture can capture the feeling of standing in the midst of this sprawling bamboo grove the whole thing h
just one main path through the grove, which leads slowly uphill. Once you get to the top of the hill, the entranc

ce, especially since the admission fee includes a nice Japanese sweet and a cup of hot matcha tea (hold onto yo
to shrine. Frankly, we usually counsel visitors who are thinking of going through the admission process to see on

kaku-ji will take around 20 minutes and cost around Y1900.

hat its almost always packed with visitors. For these reason, we recommend going just after it opens, just after

pm, especially on a weekend or holiday, it is almost impossible to enjoy the place. Youll merely have to shuffle t

route, the path is aptly named indeed: the ever-changing vistas and the slowly flowing waters of the stream inv
ep your eyes peeled for signs pointing off the path (following these will invariably bring you to wonderful little t
nated for several hours after sunset and theyre magical after dark).

ui (dry gravel Zen) garden, the expansive main hall, and wide walkways that invite meditative strolling. Best o

building, the place looks more like a villa than a temple, and thats a good thing in this case. The superb building
onies. Youll eventually pass by a fine bamboo grove before coming out to a wide, mossy field. LikeKodai-ji Temp

d cultural traditions.
ut of Narnia. Dont miss it!

d fortunes), and as gaudy as an attention-starved peacock, but it somehow manages to transcend all of this to b
tudents trying to walk from one stone pillar to another with their eyes closed. Success at this is said to ensure a

hrineto the south andChion-in Templeto the north. If youre in Kyoto during cherry blossom season, this is the

imited express) and take it to Fushimi-Inari Station. From here, its a short walk toFushimi-Inari Taisha Shrine, th

t Kyoto. Were willing to rank this as the single most impressive and important spot in all of Kyoto.

-Beaten-Track Kyoto itineraries.

oss a lovely stone bridge over a pond and then make you way through a moss-covered garden to find yourself a
ha figure here is one of the most sublime Buddha images in all Japan). The rest of the grounds can be toured for
n individuals in the whole city and he brings together many of the countrys top artists and intellectuals.

o see inside, but viewed from outside, its superb. It presides over a grove of thick moss that just about begs yo

e of Kyotos most charming little temples. See if you can find the hidden waterfall grotto behind the temple.

ace entirely (which is exactly what most visitors do). But those who enter the narrow gateway at the southern en

a districts and explain the world of the geisha to you. Along the way, if youre lucky, you might spot a geisha on

se your time and enjoyment of the city and also get a deeper understanding of the history and significance of ea

shoes back on and explore the garden on foot.

grove the whole thing has a palpable sense of otherness that is quite unlike that of any normal forest we know
p of the hill, the entrance to the sublimeOkochi-Sanso Villais right in front of you (go in, you wont regret it).

matcha tea (hold onto your ticket in order to get these in the teahouse at the conclusion of the tour). The main
mission process to see one of Kyotos imperial properties to skip the hassle and just come here. Here, theres no

after it opens, just after it closes and, if possible on a Monday morning. Whatever you do, avoid the place on ho

merely have to shuffle through the grounds with hundreds of other camera-toting and generally miserable tour

waters of the stream invite deep thoughts or, if youre in a Zen frame of mind, no thoughts at all.
g you to wonderful little temples and shrines).

meditative strolling. Best of all, the main complex is surrounded by small but excellent subtemples, each of which

case. The superb buildings look over an exquisite garden, which is centered on a tranquil carp pond.
y field. LikeKodai-ji TempleandKiyomizu-dera Temple, Shoren-in occasionally does night light up, which may no

transcend all of this to become one of Kyotos most worthwhile temples to visit. Start by climbing Chawan-zaka
at this is said to ensure a lucky love life. After this, make a thorough exploration of the various temples and sub

ssom season, this is the place to come to see some serious hanami (cherry blossom viewing) parties, but be pre

imi-Inari Taisha Shrine, the last stop on this itinerary.

ll of Kyoto.

garden to find yourself at a secret grotto behind the main hall.

rounds can be toured for free all year round.
and intellectuals.

s that just about begs you to lie down for an afternoon nap (keep in mind, of course, that you cannot walk on th

o behind the temple.

teway at the southern end of the compound are rewarded by a tranquil garden centered on a lovely pond. The t

u might spot a geisha on the way to an appointment.

ory and significance of each place you visit. The tour price is for the whole group, not per person!

y normal forest we know of.

n, you wont regret it).

n of the tour). The main house here is one of the finest examples of traditional Japanese residential architecture
me here. Here, theres no application procedure and you can explore at your own pace no following a tour guid

do, avoid the place on holidays, when it will simply be too busy to enjoy.

generally miserable tourists. So, go right when the place opens or just before it closes, ideally on a Monday. And

ghts at all.

ubtemples, each of which is well worth a visit. These includeKonchi-in, Nanzen-in, and our personal favorite, the

uil carp pond.

ht light up, which may not be traditional, but they are awesome nonetheless.

by climbing Chawan-zaka or Kiyomizu-michi to get there and youll soon see the brightly painted entrance gate
various temples and subtemples scattered about. And whatever you do, dont miss the nighttime lightups of the

ewing) parties, but be prepared for crowds and plenty of public drunkenness (fortunately, this sort of thing rarely

at you cannot walk on the moss, let alone lie on it). All in all, this is one of our favourite spots in Arashiyama.

d on a lovely pond. The two main buildings serve as perfect examples of the changes Japan was going through

er person!

e residential architecture anywhere and the teahouse is a wabi-sabi gem.

no following a tour guide with a group of strangers.

ideally on a Monday. And whatever you do, be sure to climb the trail at the back of the garden that leads to a fa

our personal favorite, the often-overlooked Tenju-an. But, for me, the literal and figurative highpoint on Nanzen-

y painted entrance gate and pagoda. Before buying your ticket to enter the main compound, ask someone to po
nighttime lightups of the temple heldduring cherry blossom season the effect is truly otherworldly.

y, this sort of thing rarely leads to fights like it does in other countries).

spots in Arashiyama.

apan was going through at the time of the villas construction (around the turn of last century): One is traditional

garden that leads to a fantastic viewpoint over the entire temple compound and the rest of the city.

ve highpoint on Nanzen-ji is Nanzen Oku-no-in, a secret waterfall grotto about 200 meters up in the hills behind

ound, ask someone to point you in the direction of the Tainai Meguri.
y otherworldly.

ntury): One is traditionally Japanese, the other is built along Western lines and includes Western-style seats (it w

st of the city.

ers up in the hills behind the temple. To get there, walk under the brick aquaduct and take a hard left and follow

s Western-style seats (it was here that important meetings were held to discuss Japans military actions against

ake a hard left and follow the little stream (youll soon get to a flight of steps that leads up to Oku-no-in. Look ab

military actions against Russia). The villa is most beautiful in autumn, when the many maple trees turn a brillia

up to Oku-no-in. Look above the waterfall and youll find a small grotto hidden in a giant boulder that contains

maple trees turn a brilliant array of reds, oranges and yellows.

nt boulder that contains several mysterious Buddhist images.

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Shirakawa-go is famous for it's thatch-roofed Gassho-style homes which have been pretected from the
preserving a unique traditional way of life. This historic village is registered as world cultural heritage
the Ogimachi Joseki Observatory, offering a magnificent view of the entire village. Stroll thru the histo
this very day and step inside the Wada house for a glimpse into the past. Some of the homes are over
national treasure which holds a special place in the heart of Japan. After a full day of culture return to
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Day 2 - Morning Tour of Takayama:

Your local guide will walk you thru the historic 16th century castle town. Encounter the true Japanese
sites such the old private houses, the Miyagawa morning market, the Higashiyama Temples, the Hida
former samurai house boasting interesting secret passageways and an old well in the courtyard. Enjoy
crackers at the folk craft museum, and taste traditional sake from the local sake brewery. After lunch t
village of Shirakawa-go.

SAMPLE ITINERARY
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