• Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine - We visit the famous Fushimi Inari shrine with its hundreds of scarlet shrine gates. Detailed explanation of Shintoism and the importance of the Schreintore.
• Obakusan Manpuku - ji Temple - Manpukuji Temple belongs to the Obaku Zen sect, which has preserved a very concise Chinese appearance. Detailed Explanations of Zen Buddhism.
• Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum - In the Gekkeikan Museum they are introduced to the production of Japanese rice wine with a subsequent rice wine tasting.
• Gion - Walk through the Geisha district of Gion and the old town of Kyoto
• Kenninji Temple - Japan’s oldest Zen temple

• Entrances
• Day ticket for train

• Lunch

Explore eastern Kyoto’s top attractions via train and brief strolls, guided by an M.A. expert well-versed in Kyoto’s historical and cultural aspects. This mode of travel allows you to explore Kyoto’s most renowned sites while immersing in the local lifestyle. A brief train journey takes us to Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for its multitude of red shrine gates. Next, we approach Manpuku-ji Temple, the primary temple of Obaku Zen School, noted for its unique Chinese style. Linked with Japanese green tea is Uji, whilst Fushimi is a historical hub for sake brewing. We’ll visit the Sake Museum and partake in sake wine tasting. The region, awash with traditional sake breweries, has been a frequent film-shooting location. Concluding the tour is a walk through Gion, the geisha district, and Kyoto’s ancient town.

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