• Tenryuji Temple - Tenryuji Temple, the head temple of the Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism, is a representative Zen temple in Arashiyama, Kyoto, famous for its beautiful garden and ceiling paintings. It was registered as a World Heritage Site in 1994 along with Kiyomizu Temple, Kinkakuji Temple, Toji Temple, and Nijo Castle, and is a popular destination for tourists from Japan and abroad. The first is the world-famous Sogen-ike Garden.The garden is a pond garden with Sogen Pond in the center, and is also a borrowed landscape garden incorporating Arashiyama and Kameyama, which spread out behind the garden.

The garden was created about 700 years ago.The garden was created by the founder of the temple, Muso Kokushi, and still retains the appearance of those days.Furthermore, the garden is the first nationally designated historical site and special place of scenic beauty.This is like a national treasure of scenery, and there are only 36 such places in Japan.

• Togetsukyo Bridge - This bridge is called Togetsukyo literally means the moon crossing bridge.

In old days the emperor was playing on a boat in this river. He looked up the bridge and felt that the moon seemed to be crossing the bridge as his boat was moving forward. After that this bridge has been called the moon crossing bridge, Togetsukyo.

• Bamboo Forest Street - The “Bamboo Grove” in Arashiyama is one place to make sure you visit when travelling in Kyoto.

The grove starts in Arashiyama, goes through the north side of the heritage-listed temple Tenryū-ji and continues on to Nonomiya Shrine. The bamboo grove is a recommended Kyoto tourist site - just walking along the path is a great experience.

• Arashiyama - We will visit the Tea ceremony house. It is a unique opportunity to be able to spend time inside a traditional machiya or Japanese townhouse. Kyoto was once filled with these simple wooden houses.

• Entrance fee for Tenryuji temple
• Tea ceremony fee

• Gratuities
• Private transportation

Tea Ceremony Experience and Highlights of Arashiyama

Introduction

Join this exceptional tour that blends the peacefulness of a traditional Japanese tea ceremony with the stunning natural scenery and rich cultural history of Arashiyama. This experience is ideal for those eager to delve into Japanese culture and discover one of Kyoto’s most scenic regions.

Part 1: Tea Ceremony Experience (1 Hour)

The tour commences with a calming tea ceremony, a vital aspect of Japanese culture that focuses on harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility. During this one-hour session, participants will:

Part 2: Highlights of Arashiyama (3 Hours)

Following the tea ceremony, participants will enjoy a picturesque tour of Arashiyama, celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes and historical landmarks. The tour will feature visits to three essential sites: Tenryu-ji Temple, the Bamboo Grove, and the Togetsukyo Bridge.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.