Kyoto culture with the expert: Kimono, Zen, Sake (Wednesdays and Saturdays)
A relaxed bike ride (12km) and introduction to many aspects of Japan's history and culture, led by a former Zen monk with MA degree in Japanese Studies. Avoid the tourist crowds and immerse yourself in culture and history. Optional trekking or e-bikes in different sizes. Before the start you will get a lunch in our restaurant. After a short drive we visit the Imperial Palace, residence of the Japanese Tenno until 1868. It continues to the Nishijin Kimono Center, where kimonos have been produced for centuries. You will see a kimono show there. In Daitokuji Zen Temple you get an insight into Buddhism. Finally, drive to Shimogamo Shinto Shrine, World Heritage Site and Kyoto's oldest shrine. For the 1500 Yen surcharge, you can optionally visit a sake brewery and sample 5 sake varieties. After the tour there is the possibility to have a Japanese dinner in our restaurant. Japanese guests welcome.
Options
Bike ride without sake brewery
What's included in Kyoto culture with the expert: Kimono, Zen, Sake (Wednesdays and Saturdays)
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Kyoto Sento Imperial Palace (Sento Gosho)
Visit the former Imperial Palace of the Japanese Imperial Dynasty.
Nishijin Textile Center
You will see a kimono show and get an insight into the history of the kimono.
Daitoku-ji Temple
Visit of the extensive temple complex Daitokuji and visit of the temple Zuiho In with its rockery
Inclusions
- Before leaving Udon noodle soup in our restaurant
- admissions
- Use of bicycle
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- From the bus stop "Kyodai Seimon mae" back to Higashi Ichijo Dori, turn right there, go straight to Family Mart and turn left into the alley.
