[Premium Small Group Tour (1-8 people)] Kyoto & Nara Panoramic Day Trip | Customized Itinerary & Round Trip to Osaka

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The interior of 10 sea lions

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Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a World Heritage Site and a popular tourist attraction in Kyoto, was founded in 778 and is Kyoto's oldest temple, a National Treasure of Japan. Located in Higashiyama, Kyoto, Kiyomizu-dera is one of Japan's most representative ancient temples. The temple's most famous feature is the **"Kiyomizu Stage"**, a suspended structure built without a single nail, offering panoramic views of Kyoto and offering different scenery in each season. The temple's name comes from the Otowa Waterfall at the foot of the mountain, and it is said that drinking its water brings good luck in health, studies, and love.

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【Nine-zaka and Sannenzaka】Located outside Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka are slopes with a unique Kyoto charm and are designated as a "Preservation District for Important Traditional Buildings" in Japan. The stone slopes are lined with traditional Japanese buildings, exuding a strong sense of Japanese style. A variety of delicious foods, paper fans, dolls, chopsticks, and other handicrafts are on display, offering a feast for the eyes.

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Kennin-ji Temple, located in Gion, Kyoto, is one of the city's oldest Zen temples, founded in 1202 by Eisai, the founder of the Japanese Zen sect. The temple exudes a tranquil and serene atmosphere, making it a representative place to experience Kyoto's traditional Zen culture. The temple houses many important works of art, most notably the "Wind and Thunder God Screen" and the breathtaking "Twin Dragons" painting in the main hall's courtyard. It also boasts a typical dry landscape garden, showcasing a simple yet profound Eastern aesthetic. Visitors can stroll through the temple grounds and experience a peaceful atmosphere away from the hustle and bustle. Kyoto's temples are best enjoyed at a leisurely pace; gazing at the dry landscape garden and sitting quietly for a moment allows the world to quiet down!

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Nara Park is an urban park located at the foot of Mount Wakakusa in Nara City. It's home to Nara's famous historical sites such as Todai-ji Temple and Kasuga Taisha Shrine, making it a must-see for visitors. Mount Wakakusa, situated near the park, offers stunning panoramic views of Nara and hosts traditional events like the "Wakakusa Burning Mountain" festival every January. A leisurely stroll through the park is the best way to experience it. It's also home to the largest concentration of deer, and feeding the adorable fawns is a major attraction. The deer here are quite intelligent; they will approach visitors with deer crackers, so be careful—they might pounce on you in groups!

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Todai-ji Temple, also known as Daikegon-ji, was built in 752 by Emperor Shomu to enshrine a great Buddha statue and serve as the head temple of the Kegon sect of Buddhism in Japan. The temple was destroyed by fire twice, and the current structure was rebuilt in 1692, representing two-thirds of the original. The main Buddha Hall of Todai-ji is 57 meters wide and 50 meters deep, making it the world's largest wooden structure. Inside the main Buddha Hall is a 15-meter-tall statue of the Great Buddha of Roshan. Other buildings within the Todai-ji complex include the Nandaimon Gate, Nigatsu-do Hall, and Sangatsu-do Hall.

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Nara-cho, located near Nara Park, is a well-preserved traditional machiya (traditional townhouse) district. Once the residence of merchants in Nara, it retains many wooden buildings from the Edo to Meiji periods, and the "lattice-windowed machiya" lining the streets exude Japanese charm. Strolling through Nara-cho, you'll find small shops blending tradition and modernity, such as handmade general stores, cafes, and confectionery shops, and you might even encounter leisurely deer. The overall atmosphere is quiet and retro, perfect for leisurely strolling, taking photos, and experiencing another side of Nara.

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