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Kyoto Kinkakuji Temple, Kiyomizu Temple, Matcha Experience Tour

By TREVOPEDIA
Free cancellation available
Price is S$105 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Discover the timeless charm of Kyoto on this immersive full-day tour, blending cultural experiences with historical exploration. Begin with an authentic matcha tea ceremony, learning the art of Japanese tea preparation and savouring delicate ceremonial matcha in a serene, traditional setting.

Continue your journey to Kyoto’s iconic ancient temples, where you can admire stunning architecture, tranquil gardens, and the spiritual ambiance that has inspired generations. Perfect for culture enthusiasts, history lovers, and photography seekers, this tour offers a deep connection to Japan’s rich heritage and traditions. Book now to experience the elegance and timeless beauty of Kyoto in a single unforgettable day!

Activity location

  • Kiyomizu-dera Temple
    • 1-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku
    • 605-0862, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Kyoto Station
    • Higashishiokoji Kamadonocho
    • 600-8216, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

Namba Shinsaibashi area
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Starting point:
1-chōme-3-6 Nipponbashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0073, Japan

Starting time: 8:30
Price details
S$105.20 x 1 AdultS$105.20
Total
Price is S$105.20
Until Mon, 16 Mar
From Kyoto Station
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Starting point:
Kyoto Station, Higashishiokoji Kamadonocho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8216, Japan

Starting time: 9:30
Price details
S$105.20 x 1 AdultS$105.20
Total
Price is S$105.20
Until Mon, 16 Mar
Hotel Pickup-Osaka
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 8:30
Price details
S$141.12 x 1 AdultS$141.12
Total
Price is S$141.12
Until Mon, 16 Mar

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Authentic Kyoto Matcha experience expense
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    The ticket of Kiyomizu-dera (Around 10 $)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    The ticket of Kinkaku-ji (Around 10$)

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Total tour duration inclues Transport time
  • At least 4 participants are required for this activity.

Activity itinerary

Kiyomizu-dera Temple

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Kiyomizu-dera is one of Kyoto’s most iconic temples and a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, admired for its remarkable architecture and sweeping panoramic views. The temple is famous for its large wooden veranda, built entirely without nails, which extends over a hillside and offers breathtaking vistas—especially during the cherry blossom season in spring and the vibrant autumn foliage period. The temple takes its name from the “pure water” of the nearby Otowa Waterfall, where visitors drink from three flowing streams believed to grant longevity, academic success, and love. Within the temple grounds is Jishu Shrine, dedicated to the deity of love and matchmaking. Here, visitors test their luck by attempting to walk between two “love stones” with their eyes closed, hoping to receive blessings for romance. With its spiritual significance, stunning scenery, and deep cultural heritage, Kiyomizu-dera remains a must-visit landmark for anyone exploring Kyoto.

Okazaki Shrine

  • 50m
  • Admission ticket included
Okazaki-jinja Shrine is a charming and historically significant Shinto shrine located in Kyoto’s Higashiyama district, near Heian Shrine. The shrine is dedicated to guardian deities associated with childbirth, children, and safe family life. Often called the “Rabbit Shrine,” Okazaki-jinja features numerous rabbit statues and motifs throughout its grounds. In Japanese culture, rabbits symbolise fertility, safe childbirth, and good fortune, which is why many visitors come here to pray for healthy children and smooth deliveries. Guests can also purchase amulets and charms decorated with rabbit designs as meaningful keepsakes or blessings. With its peaceful setting and seasonal beauty—especially during cherry blossom season—the shrine offers a tranquil and unique cultural experience for visitors exploring Kyoto.

Kinkaku-ji

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Kinkaku-ji, also known as the Golden Pavilion, is one of Kyoto’s most famous landmarks and a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. This Zen Buddhist temple is renowned for its breathtaking architecture, with its top two floors completely covered in shimmering gold leaf that reflects beautifully in the surrounding Mirror Pond, creating a truly picturesque scene. Originally constructed in 1397 as a retirement villa for the shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, the building was later transformed into a Zen temple. The surrounding gardens were carefully designed to harmonise with the pavilion and reflect the principles of traditional Japanese landscape design. Throughout the year, the scenery changes with the seasons—from vibrant greenery in summer to brilliant autumn foliage and serene snow-covered views in winter.

Kyoto

  • 1h
The Kyoto tea ceremony, known as chanoyu, is a traditional Japanese cultural experience rooted in Zen philosophy and centuries-old customs. In Kyoto, widely regarded as the birthplace of Japan’s refined tea culture, visitors can participate in this serene ritual guided by a tea master who carefully prepares and presents matcha (powdered green tea) in a tranquil tea room adorned with tatami mats and traditional utensils. The ceremony reflects the core principles of harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility, offering a moment of mindfulness and cultural appreciation. Many experiences also include a brief introduction to tea etiquette and the chance to enjoy a traditional Japanese sweet alongside the tea, often set in historic districts such as Gion or Arashiyama, making it a memorable highlight for visitors exploring Kyoto’s cultural heritage.

Location

Activity location

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    Kiyomizu-dera Temple
    • 1-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku
    • 605-0862, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Kyoto Station
    • Higashishiokoji Kamadonocho
    • 600-8216, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
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    1-chōme-3-6 Nipponbashi
    • 6 3
    • 542-0073, Osaka, Osaka, Japan

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