Itinerary Reference:

11:00 Meet at Nipponbashi Station Exit 2, Harimaya. The guide will be holding a "GOGODAY" flag. The supplier will send you an email between 20:00‑21:00 the day before departure with the guide and vehicle information for the next day; it may end up in your spam/junk folder. During peak season, the notification may be delayed, please understand. If you receive multiple emails, please refer to the latest one. No refunds for latecomers or no‑shows. Please arrive 10 minutes before the departure time.

12:10 Meet at Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit ‑ Station Plaza Tourist Bus Parking Lot. The guide will be holding a "GOGODAY" flag. The supplier will send you an email between 20:00‑21:00 the day before departure with the guide and vehicle information for the next day; it may end up in your spam/junk folder. During peak season, the notification may be delayed, please understand. If you receive multiple emails, please refer to the latest one. No refunds for latecomers or no‑shows. Please arrive 10 minutes before the departure time.

12:40, 1 hour free time, Kinkaku‑ji Temple, * In autumn, Kinkaku‑ji (Rokuon‑ji) offers more than just the famous golden pavilion reflection on Mirror Pond; there are also many cherry blossom viewing highlights often overlooked by visitors.

Attraction tickets are included

14:10, 4 hours free time, Togetsu‑kyo Bridge, Tenryu‑ji Temple, Arashiyama Bamboo Grove Path, Jojakko‑ji Temple, * After arriving at Togetsu‑kyo Bridge, you are free to explore. Please gather at Saga Station of the Sagano Romantic Train at the designated time to board the train.

Suggested route: Togetsu‑kyo Bridge → Tenryu‑ji Temple → Arashiyama Bamboo Grove Path (passing through) → Jojakko‑ji Temple → Saga Station (approx. 60 minutes total walking time). The itinerary may be adjusted depending on group size or weather conditions, and only some attractions may be visited.

18:26, 30 minutes free time, Arashiyama Autumn Night Maple Train • Illuminated Maple Viewing Experience, * Sagano Romantic Train autumn‑only illuminated night service (boarding time: Saga Station → Kameoka Station, Sagano 91, 18:26‑18:54)

After arriving at Kameoka Station, walk about 10 minutes outside the station to board the return coach~

19:45‑20:15 Disband at Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit ‑ Station Plaza Tourist Bus Parking Lot

20:45‑21:15 Disband at Osaka Kintetsu Nipponbashi Station

*Itinerary may be adjusted depending on traffic and weather conditions

Tour Highlights

Kinkaku‑ji Temple: In autumn, the golden pavilion of Kinkaku‑ji shimmers in stunning contrast with the red maple leaves, and its reflection on Mirror Pond is especially breathtaking

From Kuromon Gate to Sekkatei Teahouse, maple trees line the path; the elevated views of the Golden Pavilion add even more layers of beauty

Arashiyama Togetsu‑kyo Bridge: Picturesque in all four seasons, one of Kyoto's most iconic natural landscapes

Tenryu‑ji Temple: Sogenchi Pond Garden showcases the pinnacle of Japanese garden design, surrounded by autumn maples in a deeply serene setting

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove Path: Stroll through the bamboo groves, listening to the wind rustling through the leaves, and immerse yourself in the tranquil atmosphere of nature

Jojakko‑ji Temple: Mount Ogura is blanketed in layers of crimson maples, offering a peaceful maple‑viewing experience away from the crowds

Sagano Scenic Railway: The illuminated night maple train casts light across the valley, creating a dreamlike and exclusive visual feast

When Kyoto's autumn maples spread across the mountains, the gilded Golden Pavilion, the whispering bamboo groves, and the night train chasing the maples — this exclusive one‑day tour departing from Osaka or Kyoto condenses Kyoto's most enchanting autumn scenery into a single day 🍁 Admire ancient temples and crimson maples by day, and board the illuminated train at night: a day that connects the golden glow of Kinkaku‑ji, the bamboo shadows of Arashiyama, and the night maple train — capturing Kyoto's rich and stunning autumnal beauty all at once.

The first stop of the journey is Kinkaku‑ji Temple (Rokuon‑ji). This Zen temple, first built in 1397, is renowned worldwide for its golden leaf‑covered Shariden Hall. In autumn, layers of red maple leaves surround the temple grounds, with vivid fiery leaves and the dazzling golden pavilion reflected on the lake, creating a striking contrast of warm and cool tones. Following the path from Kuromon Gate into the depths of the garden, the area around Sekkatei Teahouse is an exceptional vantage point to view the Golden Pavilion blending with the maple forest — a complete picture of the ancient temple's autumn beauty.

Next, head to the Arashiyama area for free time. Togetsu‑kyo Bridge, spanning the Katsura River, is a classic Arashiyama landmark. Stroll along the riverbanks, where mountain scenery and flowing water are accompanied by maples lining the shores. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Tenryu‑ji Temple and quietly appreciate the profound Sogenchi Pond Garden; step into the Sagano Bamboo Grove Path, where tall bamboo stands tall and a gentle breeze rustles through the leaves; or head to Jojakko‑ji Temple, where the maples of Mount Ogura blaze in crimson, stirring the heart with autumn's charm.

In the evening, board the exclusive seasonal Arashiyama Sagano Romantic Train illuminated service for a ride of approximately 30 minutes. The autumn‑only night maple service sets off, with warm lights softly illuminating the deep valley. The red maples bloom hazily in the darkness, as if stepping into a dreamlike painting — creating a one‑of‑a‑kind autumn romance.

In a single day, collect Kyoto's daytime temple maple views and the tender romance of night‑time red leaves — experiencing the rare seasonal scenery of Kansai autumn.

📌Important Travel Notes

See the meeting point map. Please do not be late, and do not change the meeting point on your own! The guide will be waiting holding a "GOGODAY" flag. We will send you an email between 20:00–21:00 the day before departure with the guide and vehicle information. Please remember to check your spam folder; during peak season, the notification time may be delayed, and we appreciate your understanding. If you receive multiple emails, please refer to the most recent version.

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