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Chicken Hot Pot Course Meal & Cultural Tour of Temples in Kyoto
Kyoto
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Please arrive 10 minutes before departure.
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If you are late for the tour start time, you will not be able to join the tour midway.
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We only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 20 years old and above. Minor travelers below 20 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks.
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This one-day tour will require walking and standing. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes.
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Detailed info about Kyoto meeting point: If you are arriving via JR, please head towards the JR Hachijo East Exit (located near McDonald’s). Please note that this exit is on the south side of the station, which is the opposite side of the JR Central Entrance. If you are on the 1st floor of the JR station, please go up to the 2nd floor and follow the signs for the West Exit (Nishi-guchi). After passing through the West Exit, follow the signs for the Hachijo-guchi West Exit. Go down the stairs and continue straight, keeping the Shinkansen exit on your left. Continue walking straight until you see the sign that says "Group Bus Terminal" and take the stairs on your left. Walk straight past the lockers, and once you are in front of McDonald's, turn right and cross the street. Then, immediately turn left and cross the street again toward the Tourist Bus Terminal. Our bus attendant will be waiting for you in front of our blue bus.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore the serene beauty of Kyoto's hidden gems on this immersive tour to Ohara. Enjoy a multi-course meal in a historic building, a hidden restaurant typically frequented only by locals. Departing from Kyoto in the morning, relax in a deluxe bus that feels like business class on an airplane, offering a selection of complimentary drinks (sake/soft drinks) and snacks. Visit the tranquil Hosen-in Temple to savor matcha tea and sweets in a historical setting, and uncover the story behind the 'bloody ceiling.' Enjoy a tranquil stroll in the beautiful moss garden at Sanzen-in Temple. Experience a delightful lunch at Nomura Sanso, a Japanese restaurant surrounded by a garden, where locally source...
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
English-speaking service attendant
USB plugs on board
Sanzen-in Temple admission
WiFi on board
Enjoy a curated selection of complimentary local beverages, including sake, plum wine, and fruit juices made from regional ingredients, along with other soft drinks onboard.
Course lunch at Nomura Sanso, a 100-year-old architectural masterpiece
Amenities
Restroom on board
Hosen-in Temple admission & matcha and sweet
Hotel pick up and drop off
Meeting Points
Departure
Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit Tourist Bus Parking
From Kyoto JR St
①From 1F go to 2F West Exit
②Follow Hachijo West signs & go downstairs
③Walk past Shinkansen exit (on your left)
④Follow Group Bus Terminal signs & take stairs left
⑤At McDonald’s cross the street to the Tourist Bus Terminal
⑥Search the blue bus
Check Additional Info for details
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Chicken Hot Pot Course Meal & Cultural Tour of Temples in Kyoto
Kyoto
About
Explore the serene beauty of Kyoto's hidden gems on this immersive tour to Ohara. Enjoy a multi-course meal in a historic building, a hidden restaurant typically frequented only by locals. Departing from Kyoto in the morning, relax in a deluxe bus that feels like business class on an airplane, offering a selection of complimentary drinks (sake/soft drinks) and snacks. Visit the tranquil Hosen-in Temple to savor matcha tea and sweets in a historical setting, and uncover the story behind the 'bloody ceiling.' Enjoy a tranquil stroll in the beautiful moss garden at Sanzen-in Temple. Experience a delightful lunch at Nomura Sanso, a Japanese restaurant surrounded by a garden, where locally source...
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
English-speaking service attendant
USB plugs on board
Sanzen-in Temple admission
WiFi on board
Enjoy a curated selection of complimentary local beverages, including sake, plum wine, and fruit juices made from regional ingredients, along with other soft drinks onboard.
Course lunch at Nomura Sanso, a 100-year-old architectural masterpiece
Amenities
Restroom on board
Hosen-in Temple admission & matcha and sweet
Hotel pick up and drop off
Meeting Points
Departure
Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit Tourist Bus Parking
From Kyoto JR St
①From 1F go to 2F West Exit
②Follow Hachijo West signs & go downstairs
③Walk past Shinkansen exit (on your left)
④Follow Group Bus Terminal signs & take stairs left
⑤At McDonald’s cross the street to the Tourist Bus Terminal
⑥Search the blue bus
Check Additional Info for details
At Hosen-in Temple, you will enjoy the soothing view of a centuries-old tree from a tatami-matted, open room while being served matcha tea and sweets.
This temple is renowned for its stunning gardens and rich history. Founded in the early 11th century, it originally served as a lodging for monks. The temple grounds feature a magnificent 700-year-old pine tree and a "bloody ceiling" made from the floorboards of Fushimi Castle, commemorating the deaths of soldiers during a famous battle.
40 minutes
2
Sanzen-in Temple
Sanzen-in Temple was originally founded as a hermitage by the famous Buddhist monk, Saicho (767-822). The temple is known as a 'Monzeki Temple', meaning a temple where members of the imperial family have served in the priesthood throughout its history. The main attraction here is the wonderful moss-covered garden. Visitors can walk through the moss garden and enjoy a tranquil atmosphere. There are many amusing stone statues that peek out from the moss.
40 minutes
3
Nomura Mountain Cottage
Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Ohara called Nomura Sanso. The restaurant was completed in 1987, after approximately 10 years of work by the father of the current owner, who handled the architecture, and a landscape gardener. The building is surrounded by a Japanese garden, visible from every room of this structure. The restaurant has many selected art pieces and boasts a beautiful veranda overlooking the garden and golden folding screens; it is curated in every detail.
The food is also meticulously prepared, using locally sourced vegetables to create Japanese cuisine that blends modern elements. Among their specialties are the famous chicken hotpot and fresh vegetable dishes. It's worth noting that reservations for this local restaurant are often difficult to obtain.
