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Kyoto: Discover Every Bit of Ginkakuji Temple in 60 Minutes
Sakyo Ward
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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Experience the essence of Japan's wabi-sabi culture with our 60-minute tour of Ginkaku-ji, the Silver Pavilion. This guided tour invites you to explore the serene beauty of Ginkaku-ji, renowned for its understated elegance and historic significance. Discover the temple's minimalist architecture and tranquil gardens, reflecting the subtle charm that defines wabi-sabi. Immerse yourself in the peaceful atmosphere and appreciate the beauty of simplicity at this iconic Kyoto landmark. Join us for a captivating journey through Ginkaku-ji, where you can fully savor the origins of Japan’s unique aesthetic.
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tour guide
All Fees and Taxes
Transportation from station
Brunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Higashiyama Jisho-ji
Please meet your guide in front of the gate. The guide will be holding a yellow sign.
Return
Kyoto: Discover Every Bit of Ginkakuji Temple in 60 Minutes
Sakyo Ward
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Experience the essence of Japan's wabi-sabi culture with our 60-minute tour of Ginkaku-ji, the Silver Pavilion. This guided tour invites you to explore the serene beauty of Ginkaku-ji, renowned for its understated elegance and historic significance. Discover the temple's minimalist architecture and tranquil gardens, reflecting the subtle charm that defines wabi-sabi. Immerse yourself in the peaceful atmosphere and appreciate the beauty of simplicity at this iconic Kyoto landmark. Join us for a captivating journey through Ginkaku-ji, where you can fully savor the origins of Japan’s unique aesthetic.
Highlights
1 hour
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tour guide
All Fees and Taxes
Transportation from station
Brunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Higashiyama Jisho-ji
Please meet your guide in front of the gate. The guide will be holding a yellow sign.
Return
Itinerary
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Ginkakuji Temple
Ginkaku-ji, also known as the Silver Pavilion, is a renowned Zen temple in Kyoto that contrasts with its golden counterpart, Kinkaku-ji. This historic temple, established in the medieval period, is famous for its distinctive "Kannon-dō" building, which, despite its name, was never adorned with silver. The temple embodies the Japanese aesthetic of wabi-sabi, emphasizing simplicity and understated elegance. From its inception, Ginkaku-ji was designed to reflect a serene, minimalist beauty rather than the opulence associated with Kinkaku-ji. Visitors can appreciate its tranquil gardens and refined architecture, making Ginkaku-ji a memorable highlight of Kyoto’s cultural heritage.
