Experience Temples, Nature, and Culture: A Half-Day Guided Tour Around Kyoto Station

In this tour around Kyoto Station, you will explore historical and natural attractions with an English-speaking guide. Your first stop is Toji Temple, renowned for its architectural beauty from the Heian period and designated as a national treasure. The famous five-story pagoda is known as the tallest wooden structure in Japan, creating a space that evokes Kyoto's rich historical background alongside its magnificent Buddha statues. The gardens and the Mandala Hall also invite moments of tranquility, allowing you to find peace in this serene setting.
Next, at the Kyoto Aquarium, you will learn about the diversity of life nurtured by Kyoto's natural environment and water resources. Don't miss the exhibit featuring the Japanese giant salamander, designated as a national special natural monument. Additionally, you will be able to observe a large tank that replicates Kyoto's marine ecosystem and the immersive jellyfish tank, "GURURI," where a variety of fascinating creatures await you.
At the final stop of the tour, you will visit "Akane-ya," where you can experience painting your own folding fans and wind chimes. Participants will unleash their creativity to craft one-of-a-kind pieces, which can be taken home as wonderful souvenirs to remember your journey.

The KYOTO AQUARIUM is operated under the theme of coexistence of life created by the blessings of Kyoto's nature and water, and allows visitors to observe a wide variety of creatures living in Kyoto's sea and rivers. Particularly noteworthy is the Japanese giant salamander, a national Special Natural Monument also known as a “living fossil” and “one of the largest amphibians in the world”. At the KYOTO AQUARIUM, visitors can closely observe the life and habits of these rare and mysterious creatures.
Furthermore, there is an area to observe sea creatures, including a large aquarium that recreates the sea of Kyoto where about 50 species of creatures are displayed, a 360-degree panoramic aquarium called “GURURI” where visitors can observe numerous water jellyfish, and a dolphin stadium with an open 180-degree panoramic view, allowing for many encounters in unique aquariums.

◎ English-speaking guide
◎ Reservation for the Japanese item painting experience
✕ Japanese item painting experience fee
✕ Admission to KYOTO AQUARIUM
✕ Admission fee to Toji Temple’s “Kondo” and “Kodo” Halls
✕ Transportation costs
*Please note that transportation costs, meal expenses, and admission fees for the guide during the tour will be covered by the participants.

※ Below is an example of the experience schedule.

9:00 - Explore the grounds of Toji Temple
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10:00 - Explore KYOTO AQUARIUM
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12:00 - Japanese item painting experience
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13:00 End of the tour

・Your reservation will be confirmed upon a reply from Sharing Kyoto.
・More information about the tour will be sent by email after your application.
・Please book at least 2 days in advance so that we can build the best experience for you.
・Applicants must be at least 18 years old to apply. Minors must obtain the consent of a parent or guardian before applying.
・The experience may be canceled or postponed at short notice, or the content may be changed due to traffic conditions, etc.
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・Free of charge for cancellations up to 3 days prior to the tour date; 2 days before: 50% fee; the day before or on the day of the tour: 100% fee.
・Special Cases (Natural disaster, virus, etc.): Full refund.
・Any bank transfer fees for refunds due to customer cancellations will be borne by the customer.