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Participant Age: 12-99 years old；Duration: Approx. 6 hours and 30 minutes；Minimum Participants: 15 people

[Shiga/Otsu] [Three Head Temples of Japanese Tendai] Special Temple Experience Tour: Enjoy a Japanese Herbal Craft Experience with Chrysanthemum Delicacies (Enryaku-ji Temple & Saikyo-ji Temple)

Japan-Shiga , Otsu

Booking confirmed 1 day(s) after ordering

Duration:1 day(s)

Guided language: Japanese

Free cancellation 11 day(s) prior to experience date

Saikyo-ji Temple
Mt. Hiei Enryaku-ji Temple

[5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

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Sightseeing Tours

Tour Type	Shared tour
Transportation method	Transfer from meeting point
Departure Time	Late Departure (After 9 am)
Minimum participant requirement	15 travelers
Tour types	Guided tour
Meal arrangement	Lunch included
Additional service & facility	Transfer included
Seasonal	Autumn Maple
Sightseeing type	Temples & shrines, Historic site tour
Transport	Bus tour

Product Info

A journey visiting two of the 'Three Head Temples of Japanese Tendai' located in Otsu City: Mt. Hiei Enryaku-ji and Saikyo-ji. At each temple, monks will provide a special guided tour of the temple's highlights! At Enryaku-ji, which is currently undergoing renovations, you will view the National Treasure 'Konpon Chudo' from a special 'Study Stage.' At Saikyo-ji, after enjoying a lunch featuring the autumn delicacy 'Sakamoto Chrysanthemum,' you will enjoy a talk about chrysanthemums and a herbal craft experience. About the 'Three Head Temples of Japanese Tendai' Otsu City is home to the head temple of the Tendai sect, 'Mt. Hiei Enryaku-ji,' known as the mother mountain of Japanese Buddhism. It also houses the head temples of the other two Tendai branches: the Tendai Jimon sect's 'Miidera (Onjo-ji)' and the Tendai Shinsei sect's 'Saikyo-ji.' These three head temples are located in a scenic area overlooking Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan, once described as the 'Tendai Yakushi Pond.' The nature that allows visitors to feel the changing seasons in silence invites everyone to a world of healing. [Itinerary] JR Otsu Station (9:30) → (Hieizan Driveway) → Mt. Hiei Enryaku-ji (East Pagoda, Konpon Chudo 'Study Stage' guided by a monk) → (Okuhieizan Driveway) → Saikyo-ji (Lunch: Specialty 'Chrysanthemum Gozen' → Herbal craft experience → Special viewing of the Guest Hall interior guided by a monk) → JR Otsu Station (approx. 16:00)
Saikyo-ji
■ Sakamoto Chrysanthemums, Japanese Chrysanthemum Culture, and Chrysanthemums as Herbs: Herbal Craft Experience! An instructor will share stories about chrysanthemum culture, followed by a hands-on herbal craft experience. ■ Saikyo-ji's Specialty 'Chrysanthemum Gozen' Lunch and 'Special Guest Hall Viewing'! Enjoy a special lunch, the 'Chrysanthemum Gozen,' available only during the autumn foliage season. You will also visit the interior of the 'Fushimi Castle Relic Guest Hall,' said to be a remnant of Toyotomi Hideyoshi's Fushimi Castle, with a guided tour by a monk. Immerse yourself in the deep charm of the temple through both taste and culture.
Mt. Hiei Enryaku-ji
■ Guided by a Monk! Final Viewing of the 'Konpon Chudo' Under Renovation! View the National Treasure 'Konpon Chudo,' currently undergoing renovations, from a 'Study Stage' built on the grounds, guided by a monk. This stage was specially constructed to allow visitors to see the renovation process up close. This is a rare and valuable opportunity that will end this year. A monk who knows the site well will provide a detailed explanation of the history of Konpon Chudo and the significance of its restoration.

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Important Notes for Participation:

■ Tour conductor included ■ Transportation: Kojaku Kotsu Bus ■ Please note that we do not mail travel documents or final itineraries for this tour. You can check your final itinerary via the 'Booking Details' link provided in your booking confirmation email.

Reminders

Participant Age: 12-99 years old
Duration: Approx. 6 hours and 30 minutes
Minimum Participants: 15 people

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations 11 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
For cancellations made 8 to 10 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
For cancellations made 2 to 7 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 40% will apply
For cancellations made 0 to 0 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply

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Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.

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