Kyoto: A Walking Tour of Four Spring Waters, Tofu Lunch & Matcha
Purify your mind, body, and spirit in Kyoto. Start your day with a wholesome tofu lunch and a walking tour of hidden spring water sources.
Highlights
- Indulge in a nourishing tofu set meal, a Kyoto delicacy made from soy milk.
- Explore the city's natural beauty on a guided walking tour to three unique spring water sources, sampling the water at each location.
- Conclude your day with a relaxing break at a traditional Kyoto confectionery, where you can enjoy sweets and matcha made with spring water.
Please note that our tour requires a minimum of 2 participants to operate. If we don't reach this minimum number, unfortunately, we'll have to cancel the tour. You'll be notified of any cancellation 4 days before departure, and a full refund will be issued.
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Kyoto: A Walking Tour of Four Spring Waters, Tofu Lunch & Matcha
What's included in Kyoto: A Walking Tour of Four Spring Waters, Tofu Lunch & Matcha
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Kyoto
Indulge in a Nourishing tofu and Kyoto obanzai lunch. *Please note that restaurants may change depending on the season and other factors.
Yasaka Shrine
Our walking tour of hidden spring water sources begins at Yasaka Shrine. Kyoto, a city ensconced in legend, is said to be guarded by four divine creatures known as the Shijin, each representing a cardinal direction. The east, where Yasaka Shrine stands, is protected by the Azure Dragon. Beneath the shrine's main hall, a mystical pond, or dragon's lair, is said to be home to this divine creature. The spring water that flows from this sacred place is known as "Gion Shinsui," or "Power Water," and is deeply revered by locals. It is believed that drinking this water, followed by applying a few drops of "Biyomizu" or "beauty water", which emerges from a shrine dedicated to beautiful women, will bestow upon one both inner and outer beauty. This powerful spot is frequented by geisha and maiko alike.
This sacred spring water, said to be blessed by Tenjin, the deity of learning, is believed to grant protection from misfortune, wisdom, and success in academic pursuits.
Inclusions
- All transportation fees during the tour
- Indulge in a Nourishing tofu and Kyoto obanzai lunch.
- A bowl of matcha and sweets will be served.
- All admission fees and activity fees
- Private transportation
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please be aware that the end time may be delayed due to traffic conditions or other unforeseen circumstances. We kindly request that you allow for extra time when scheduling.
- Please note that Kiyomizu-dera Temple is not included in the current itinerary.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- A Tranquwell representative will meet you at Festival Clock Square at Kyoto Station's Hachijo Gate.
