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Kinkaku-ji stands beside a pond, its golden pavilion and surrounding trees reflected clearly in the still water of Kyoto.
The golden pavilion of Kinkakuji stands beside a reflective pond, surrounded by garden trees and traditional architecture.
A long bridge crosses the river in Arashiyama, with autumn-covered hills stretching across the view.
A stream flows through Arashiyama beneath autumn-covered hills, with a small waterfall cascading in the foreground.
Visitors stand on the wooden stage of Kiyomizu-dera, looking over Kyoto’s cityscape and distant mountains.

【Kyoto Classic private day tour】Departing from Osaka, Japan｜Arashiyama / Kinkaku-ji / Kiyomizu-dera / Hanamikoji

Japan-Kansai , Kyoto , Arashiyama , Kinkaku-ji , Sagano-Arashiyama , Kiyomizu Temple , Tenryu-ji Temple , Hanami-koji
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  • 【Hotel pick-up and drop-off, no transportation worries】The driver will arrive at your hotel on time to pick you up, so you do not need to drag your luggage onto trains or worry about transfer routes.
  • 【Private vehicle throughout, no sharing with strangers】Enjoy your own private space that is clean, comfortable, and secure; feel free to chat or rest as you please.
  • 【Flexible itinerary for a more enjoyable experience】Whether you want to stay longer for photos or change your destination on the fly, you can make flexible adjustments, offering more freedom than group tours!
  • Whether you are traveling with family, as a couple, or with friends, a private charter is the most stress-free and high-quality choice.
  • Book your exclusive journey now and enjoy the perfect vacation where 'someone else drives, and you just have fun'!
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Itinerary Attractions:

  • Arashiyama

Located west of downtown Kyoto, Arashiyama has been a popular location for aristocratic villas since the Heian period, and its name frequently appears in historical stories and classical literature. Because the banks of the Katsura River offer vast areas of wild cherry blossoms and maple forests to admire every spring and autumn, it has long been a popular tourist destination. The entire Arashiyama area is centered around the Togetsukyo Bridge, which spans the Katsura River. The bridge was named after a poem by Emperor Kameyama that described it as 'looking like the moon crossing the bridge.' Although Togetsukyo Bridge looks like a wooden bridge, it is actually a modern structure made of reinforced concrete that allows cars to pass over it, with retro wooden railings added to blend in with the surrounding scenery. The section of the Katsura River near Togetsukyo Bridge is also commonly referred to as the Oi River.

In addition to its natural scenery, the Arashiyama area is also home to many famous ancient Japanese temples and shrines, as well as the burial sites of several ancient Japanese emperors, making visiting these temples and shrines a major highlight for tourists. Among the many shrines and temples, the most significant is Tenryu-ji, which is listed as a World Heritage site. Other important historical buildings and attractions include Nonomiya Shrine, which appeared in the Japanese literary masterpiece The Tale of Genji, and Seiryo-ji, which houses national treasure-level Buddhist statues.

  • Kinkaku-ji

'Kinkaku-ji', officially known as Rokuon-ji, is located in an area that was originally the residence of the Saionji family during the Kamakura period. After the fall of the Kamakura Shogunate, Shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu acquired the Saionji estate and built his villa in Kitayama in 1397. After the Shogun passed away in 1408, it was converted into a Buddhist temple according to his wishes. The name 'Rokuon' comes from the Shogun's posthumous Buddhist name. It is called 'Kinkaku-ji' (Golden Pavilion Temple) because its main attraction, the Shariden (Reliquary Hall), has an exterior decorated with gold leaf. The Golden Pavilion is the Shariden used to house the Buddha's relics.

  • Kiyomizu-dera

Kiyomizu-dera is a must-visit destination for travelers visiting Kyoto for the first time. This oldest temple in Kyoto was built into the mountainside in 778 and covers a total area of 130,000 square meters. Its mountain name is 'Otowasan,' and it has appeared in Japanese literary works such as The Tale of Genji and The Pillow Book since ancient times. It is even listed as a World Cultural Heritage site. Whether it is spring cherry blossoms, summer waterfalls, autumn maples, or winter snow, it has its own unique beauty, which is why it is always crowded with visitors.

It was founded by Kenshin (later renamed Enchin), a monk from Kosho-ji Temple in Nara. However, due to years of war and disasters, it was damaged and later rebuilt in 1633 by the third Tokugawa Shogun, Tokugawa Iemitsu, which is the form it exists in today.

  • Hanamikoji

Gion Hanamikoji can be said to be one of the must-visit spots for independent travelers in Kyoto. Hanamikoji became famous after the filming of the well-known movie 'Memoirs of a Geisha.' During the day, tourists can take a leisurely stroll along Hanamikoji, observing the distinctive 'machiya' architecture along the way and feeling the atmosphere of old Kyoto. At night, when the lanterns are lit, Hanamikoji reveals the enchanting and moving side of Kyoto. Most shops have special bamboo blinds on the second floor, and the dim light filtering through the blinds, with the silhouettes of people drinking and having fun inside, makes it even more romantic. Hanamikoji is divided by Shijo-dori, and the atmosphere on the north and south sides is completely different. The north side is mostly pubs and izakayas, while the south side originally belonged to Kennin-ji Temple and now has many teahouses and restaurants.

Purchase Notice

1. Orders must be placed at least one day prior to departure.

2. Please specify the pick-up and drop-off locations and addresses when placing your order.

3. Please be sure to leave your contact information (phone number and LINE ID or WeChat, and enable friend request settings). Our local staff in Japan will contact you immediately. If we are unable to reach you due to your own issues, we will not be able to issue a refund or make any changes.

4. Please be sure to provide the correct number of passengers (adults and children) and the number of pieces of luggage.

5. Please be sure to order a vehicle that matches the number of passengers. If the number of passengers does not match the vehicle, the merchant has the right to refuse your order. If, upon arrival at the site, there are passengers or luggage that do not meet the regulations and exceed the passenger capacity, resulting in safety issues, the driver has the right to terminate the service that day, and the merchant will not be held responsible and will not provide a refund.

6. The destinations for the private charter car will be planned and informed by the passenger in advance. Any issues with the route will be coordinated and communicated to you in advance. Passengers are solely responsible for any delays or other problems caused by unclear self-arranged itineraries.

7. If you have a lot of luggage or it is large, we recommend that you book a suitable vehicle to accommodate all passengers and luggage, so as to avoid overcrowding and inconvenience. If the vehicle cannot be driven or other additional costs are incurred due to failure to meet the reasonable number of passengers and luggage capacity of the vehicle, the passengers shall bear the costs themselves.

8. The vehicle models listed are for reference only. If we cannot provide the vehicle models and color requirements listed above, we will arrange for a vehicle of the same class instead.

9. Japanese law requires children under 6 years old to use child safety seats (children need to occupy 1-1.5 seats). Please inform us in advance of the number of child seats needed. One safety seat will be provided free of charge. For each additional child seat, an additional 2,000 yen will be charged, which must be paid to the driver before boarding.

10. The vehicle usage time is within 10 hours (based on the time from the scheduled time to the time of getting off at the end of the trip). If the usage exceeds 10 hours, an overtime fee of 2,500 yen per 30 minutes and 5,000 yen per 60 minutes will be charged (after the trip, it will be calculated in 30-minute increments and should be paid to the driver at the end of the trip).

11. Due to road regulations, drivers must wait at parking lots at each stop on the itinerary. The parking fees incurred during this period will be paid by the passengers. The driver will advance the expenses during the trip and collect the parking fees from the passengers by presenting the receipt after the trip.

12. If traffic congestion caused by traffic accidents, natural causes, or traffic control results in overtime, an overtime fee will still be charged. The overtime fee will be shared equally by the passenger and the tour company and will be handed over to the driver after the passenger is dropped off at the hotel at the end of the trip.

13. If you wish to take the Arashiyama Scenic Railway, it is recommended that you take it from Arashiyama Station to Kameoka Station and then proceed to JR Umahori Station to take the JR line back to Saga-Arashiyama Station. If you require a driver to pick you up from Kameoka Station, you will need to pay an additional 5,000 yen for transportation and toll fees, which should be paid to the driver after the trip (as the journey from Arashiyama Station to Kameoka Station involves taking the highway and takes 40 minutes).

14. In case of adverse weather conditions such as typhoons or blizzards, a decision on whether to cancel the trip will be made one day before departure (18:00 local time), and you will be notified by email or telephone message at any time thereafter.

15. If the trip cannot be completed due to force majeure or unforeseen circumstances such as weather conditions or emergencies, all fees will be refunded without any penalty for breach of contract.

Reminders

  • In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day(s) before departure (local time 18:00). Notifications will then be sent via email

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  • Please present the e-voucher on-site

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