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A pathway flanked by tall bamboo trees with a few people walking. 1
A wooden bridge over a river with a mountainous backdrop. 2
Two people standing on a stone staircase surrounded by greenery and a traditional Japanese structure. 3
A traditional Japanese garden with stone pathways, cherry blossoms, and a wooden building. 4
A group of people standing in a park with blooming pink trees. 5
By Michael

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is P 4,859 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h 15m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Don’t walk, run to book your tour with Michael! He is truly one of the best tour guides that we have ever had and made our Kyoto experience so much more memorable. As a former teacher, he knows how to tell stories in a way that connect with both adults and children (we have two teenagers). Michael knows all of the hidden gems to visit - spots that are so cool but not crowded with other tourists. His stories are really interesting (not just what you read on Wikipedia) and he is willing to answer any and all questions honestly! You will not regret booking a tour with Michael!

    -Lauren

Activity location

  • Bamboo Forest Street
    • Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo-Ku
    • 616-8394, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Arashiyama Station
    • 63-1 嵯峨天龍寺芒ノ馬場町
    • 616-8385, 京都市, 京都府, Japan

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Arashiyama Beyond the Crowds: Bamboo Grove & Hidden Paths

  • Activity duration is 3 hours and 15 minutes3h 15m
    3h 15m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00
Price details
P 4,859.47 x 1 AdultP 4,859.47
Total
Price is P 4,859.47
Until Thu, Sep 24

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Entrance fee

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • *Prams and strollers may have to be left at the gates of temples
    • Recommended for travellers who can walk at least 10,000 steps per day
    • Recommended for travelers who are comfortable climbing stairs

Activity itinerary

Bamboo Forest Street

  • 20m
A must-see in Kyoto. We will arrive before the adjacent temple opens to avoid crowds and you will learn a brief history of how it came to be.

Nonomiya Shrine

  • 10m
Learn how to tell the difference between a temple and a shrine, and a brief explanation about the significance of the shrine and what is commonly found at shrines.

Jojakkoji Temple

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Jojakko-ji Temple is a historic Zen temple in Arashiyama, Kyoto, located near the famous Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and Bamboo Grove. This hillside Kyoto temple is known for its moss gardens, stone pathways, traditional wooden halls, and panoramic views over Kyoto city. Beautiful in every season, Jojakkoji Temple is a year-round highlight in Arashiyama, from spring cherry blossoms and summer greenery to autumn leaves and peaceful winter scenery.

Hokyoin

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Our Arashiyama Kyoto walking tour continues to Hōkyō-in Temple — a quiet, off-the-beaten-path Zen sanctuary rarely included on standard Arashiyama tours. While most visitors explore the famous landmarks, we step into a secluded space that preserves one of the most unexpected and deeply human stories of Japan’s medieval warrior era. Beneath its understated grounds lies a burial that reshapes how we understand loyalty, rivalry, and respect — a story few travelers ever hear without a guide who knows where to look.

Seiryoji Temple

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Our journey concludes at Seiryō-ji Temple in Arashiyama, home to one of Kyoto’s most sacred and historically significant Buddhist images. While many visitors admire its impressive main hall and move on, this temple preserves a story that connects imperial devotion, international exchange, and centuries of quiet faith. It’s the kind of place where the surface is beautiful — but the deeper meaning only reveals itself when you understand what you’re truly standing in front of.

Location

Activity location

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    Bamboo Forest Street
    • Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo-Ku
    • 616-8394, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Arashiyama Station
    • 63-1 嵯峨天龍寺芒ノ馬場町
    • 616-8385, 京都市, 京都府, Japan

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