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Offered in: English
National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter fee
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[Only during July 2 to September 22] Jojakko-ji Temple and Boat cruise
Overview
1. With Mt. Arashiyama as the backdrop, take a walk through the Sagano Bamboo Grove accompanied by a National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter.
2. Enjoy the ever-popular Arashiyama which offers different scenery every season, be it the cherry blossoms of spring, the fresh greens of summer, the colored leaves of autumn, or the snowy scenescapes of winter.
3. Behold the beautiful garden in Tenryuji, a World Heritage Site considered as one of Kyoto's best Zen temples.
4. Revel in panoramic views of Kyoto City from Jojakko-ji Temple, renowned for its beautiful scenery of colorful leaves in autumn and green blankets of moss in summer.
5. Take in the scenery of Togetsukyo Bridge and Arashiyama from aboard a yakatabune.
Itinerary
Arashiyama (Pass By)
(JR Rapid/Local, non-reserved seating)
Jojakkoji Temple
This temple overlooks the town of Sagano and the city of Kyoto. The area is famous for its beautiful scenery when the colored leaves cover the mountain in autumn. During summertime (July 2 - September 22), instead of Jojako-ji, explore the exquisite Okochi Sanso Villa Garden, featuring beautiful landscapes.
30 minutes
N/A (Pass By)
From Jojakko-ji Temple, the tour will be heading to Tenryu-ji Temple while strolling along the Sagano Bamboo Grove, a popular spot among international travelers.
Togetsukyo Bridge
This 250-meter-long bridge offers a spectacular location for viewing cherry blossoms or colored autumn leaves. Enjoy the scenery of Togetsukyo Bridge and Arashiyama from aboard the yakatabune. The guide will not board the yakatabune. During summertime (July 2 - September 22), the "yakatabune" boat cruise is excluded from this period.
30 minutes
Tenryu-ji Temple
A World Heritage site. This Zen temple stands in one of Kyoto's leading sightseeing areas. The Japanese garden is complemented by the beautiful landscapes of Arashiyama, and has been registered as a Special Place of Scenic Beauty.
30 minutes
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Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
This tour uses public transportation with non-reserved seats. Please note that seating is not guaranteed.
The order of activities and arrival times may differ depending on road conditions and congestion at destinations.
If the yakatabune cannot be boarded due to effects of high water level, etc., the tour will visit either Fukuda Art Museum or Okochi Sanso (partial refunds will not be issued). If all of the above alternative destinations are closed or unavailable for entry, the corresponding yakatabune boarding fare will be refunded. Jan. 10 - Feb. 28, July 1 - Oct. 31, Dec. 1-25: JPY 1,500/adult, JPY 1000/child, Mar. 1 - June 30, Nov. 1-30: JPY 2,000/adult, JPY 1,500/child
As this is a walking tour, please wear shoes and clothing that are suitable for walking. The total walking distance for this tour is approximately 3 km.
For participating children 4 to 5 years old, please pay the following yakatabune boarding fare at the location.【2025】Jan. 10 - Feb. 28, July 1 - Oct. 31, Dec. 1-25: JPY 1,000 / Mar. 1 - June 30, Nov. 1-30: JPY 1,500
Summer 2025 Itinerary Update (July 2 - September 22): Earlier start time to avoid peak heat. Part of the itinerary changes. Visit to Okochi Sanso Villa Garden replaces Jojakko-ji visit and "Yakatabune" boat cruise.
Parental permission in writing is necessary for all tour participants under the age of eighteen. Any participant under the age of fifteen or not yet enrolled in middle school must be joined by a parent or guardian on the tour.
Free Cancellation
June 20100% refund
June 21No refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Sunrise tours was great!
Published on May, 2025
Yuki was an awesome and very knowledgeable travel guide - she was helpful and kind. We have now done 3 sunrise tours in Japan and they have all been wonderful!
Kyoto walking tour
Published on Mar, 2025
Homiko was a wonderful guide. She was very enthusiastic. I learned a lot about the various temples and has ample time to explore
Worth it
Published on Jan, 2025
This tour was fantastic. Sumiko was an awesome guide who provided us with great insight into the different locations. She was not overbearing and made our experience a very enjoyable one.
Even in winter, we felt it was well worth it.
Bamboo forest tour
Published on Mar, 2024
Great tour. Sachiko was our guide - very informative and easy to understand. She gave a good with information on what we were seeing but also included personal stories and insights.
We chose to go to the monkey park at the end of the tour instead of heading back with the group. She made sure to give us directions to the park as well as lunch options.
Bamboo forest tour
Published on Mar, 2024
Great tour. Sachiko was our guide - very informative and easy to understand. She gave a good with information on what we were seeing but also included personal stories and insights.
We chose to go to the monkey park at the end of the tour instead of heading back with the group. She made sure to give us directions to the park as well as lunch options.
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