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JapaTra
Japan
- Twilight Temples & Lantern Alley -
¥ 7,000 ~
・Secure online payment via credit card or PayPal
・Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour
・Confirmation email sent upon booking
Tour Overview
Duration:
Approx. 2.5 hours
Language:
Japanese/ English
Start Point :
Level:
Beginner friendly
Group Size :
Up to 6 people
Price:
¥ 7,000 ~
(approx. $48 USD)
→Start your day in the serene countryside of northern Kyoto
What to Expect
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Meet your guide in the early evening near Gion
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Begin with a quiet temple visit as the sun goes down
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Walk stone-paved alleys lined with old tea houses and glowing lanterns
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Learn about geisha culture, architecture, and Kyoto’s hidden night rituals
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Pause to enjoy seasonal wagashi (Japanese sweets) in a quiet corner
Highlights
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Enjoy the peaceful ambiance of Kennin-ji Temple during twilight hours
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Wander through the lantern-lit streets of Ishibe-koji and Gion’s back alleys
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Take in the night view of Gion Shirakawa, one of Kyoto’s most photogenic spots
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Taste a traditional Japanese sweet snack during the walk
What’s Included
Important Notes
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Entry to Kennin-ji Temple
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Seasonal Japanese sweet (wagashi)
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Local English-speaking guide
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Small group experience with personal attention
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Tour includes night walking – please wear comfortable shoes
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Dress appropriately for cooler evenings (especially spring/fall)
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Not recommended for children under 10 due to nighttime quiet zones
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Tour runs rain or shine (umbrellas provided if necessary)
📍Meeting & Ending Point
Meeting Point
Gion
〒606-0807 Kyoto, Sakyo Ward, 下鴨泉川町59
Ending Point
Return to Meeting Point
⚠︎ Please arrive 10 minutes before your selected start time.
⚠︎ Cancellation Policy
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour
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50% refund for cancellations made 12–24 hours before
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No refund within 12 hours of the tour
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Weather-related cancellations = full refund