Leisurely Kyoto West Tour: Arashiyama & Kinkakuji & Furu Hoshi One-Day Trip

Tour Highlights

This is a one‑day tour that will take you to carefully selected famous attractions in western Kyoto, with guided commentary provided.

We will not only show you around the city but also introduce you to its history and culture. We will do our best to help you gain a deeper understanding of this city.

During this tour, you can also learn about and personally experience traditional Japanese art forms that have been passed down through the ages.

Join this one‑day tour to experience the best of western Kyoto. First, head to Arashiyama, where you can stroll through the iconic bamboo grove, cross the picturesque Togetsukyo Bridge, and explore the famous gardens of Tenryu‑ji Temple. Try your hand at a traditional Japanese craft and make a memorable souvenir to take home. Afterwards, we will take a train to Ryoan‑ji Temple to admire its world‑renowned Zen rock garden, a masterpiece of simplicity and meditation. Finally, visit Kinkaku‑ji Temple, where the dazzling golden pavilion, shimmering gold leaf, and serene gardens create an unforgettable sight. This tour combines Kyoto's natural beauty, historic temples, and hands‑on cultural experiences, making it the perfect way to see the highlights of western Kyoto in just one day.

Kinkaku‑ji Temple is a complex consisting of gardens and buildings, centred around the Golden Pavilion, which is said to evoke an image of paradise on earth.

Tenryu‑ji Temple Garden

Togetsukyo Bridge has been a landmark in the Arashiyama area for over 400 years.

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

Our afternoon begins with a traditional Japanese art experience — koboshi.

Kinkaku‑ji Temple