The Essence of Water in Japan 4 Days Charter Car Tour from Kyoto

The Essence of Water in Japan 4 Days Charter Car Tour from Kyoto

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Highlights

-Experience the beauty of nature and history in this urban oasis, savor a creative course meal made with plenty of local vegetables, and enjoy the view from Enryaku-ji Temple on Mount Hiei, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

-See the mystical torii gates towering over Lake Biwa, stroll through historic streets, learn about Japanese sake-brewing traditions, and encounter masterpieces of historic Buddhist statues.

-Take a ferry, feel the grandeur of Lake Biwa, and experience the sacred atmosphere of this historic island. Enjoy a meal that captures the essence of life, made with spring water from Omi and seasonal ingredients, and feel the tranquility of the dry landscape garden and Izamenoshimizu, one of Japan's 100 famous waters.

-Experience the tranquil moment woven together by traditional tea ceremony culture and beautiful gardens, experience the charm of the historic town of Uji, learn about the history and culture of traditional Japanese sake brewing, and enjoy a relaxing boat trip on a Jikkokubune in Fushimi, Kyoto, viewing the waterfront scenery and the townscape of sake breweries.

Shimogamo Shrine&Tadasu no Mori
Surrounded by a virgin forest said to have continued since the Jomon period, this is one of Kyoto's oldest shrines, dating back to before the establishment of the capital. You can feel the vitality of nature, the weight of history, and a mysterious atmosphere all at once.
Sanzen-in & Hosen-in
The breathtaking beauty of the gardens is their greatest attraction, and both temples are located in the tranquility of mountain villages, making them the perfect places to escape the hassles of everyday life, calm your mind, and reflect on yourself.
Restaurant Wappado
The greatest appeal of Wappado is the cuisine that features seasonal organic vegetables grown by the owner himself in Ohara without the use of pesticides or chemical fertilizers. Enjoy meals made with the natural flavors of the ingredients in the warm atmosphere of a 130-year-old traditional Japanese house.
Enryakuji Temple (Mt. Hiei)
It is one of the most important sacred sites in the history of Japanese Buddhism and is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its appeal lies in its vast grounds, historical significance, and magnificent natural scenery. It is a place with a spectacular view of Lake Biwa, Japan's largest lake, below, and the cityscape of the ancient capital, Kyoto, to the west.
Shirahige Shrine (photo stop)
Enjoy the spectacular view of the vermilion-lacquered torii gate towering over Lake Biwa and the mysterious torii gate floating in the lake, which has a history as the oldest shrine in Omi.
Omizo District Walk
It flourished as a key waterway from ancient times to the early modern period, and has preserved its unique culture and scenery, which skillfully utilized Lake Biwa and the spring waters at the foot of the mountains. It is a quiet and charming place where you can enjoy the beautiful waterfront scenery and feel the deep connection between people's lives and water, while also enjoying the historic townscape.
Kawashima Brewery
Founded in 1865, this brewery has a history of over 160 years, and uses underground water from the Hira Mountains for the brewing water, which is the lifeblood of sake brewing. Making the most of the beautiful water and land bounty of Takashima, Shiga, this fascinating brewery approaches sake brewing with history, artisanal skills, and a new sensibility.
Lunch at Namiki Shokudo Tsubame
Enjoy local ingredients while admiring the view of the metasequoia trees in the cozy space of a renovated old house.
Doganji Kannon Hall (Kinomoto Kannon Faith)
The Eleven-Headed Kannon statue at Doganji Temple's Kannon Hall is a masterpiece acclaimed as the most beautiful of the seven National Treasure Eleven-Headed Kannon statues across Japan.
This is a place where you can find peace of mind, not only for the artistic value of the statue, but also for the history and faith of the people who have protected it for so long.
Chikubu Island
With its beautiful scenery, selected as one of the eight most scenic views of Lake Biwa, and being accessible only by boat, it is far from the sounds of the bustling city, allowing you to experience a leisurely pace away from everyday life.
Nakasendo – Samegai-juku Walk
It once flourished as a post town on the Nakasendo road connecting Edo and Kyoto, and its greatest attractions are its pure spring water and beautiful underwater flowers. It is a hidden gem that represents Shiga Prefecture, where you can simultaneously experience the beautiful waterfront scenery that can be said to be the original landscape of Japan and the atmosphere of a post town full of history.
Seiganji Temple
In addition to viewing the garden, you can also take a quiet stroll around the grounds and enjoy the refreshing air and tranquil atmosphere of the ancient trees that are unique to a Zen temple.
Uji City Tea House Taiho-an
Even if you don't have any prior knowledge or etiquette of the tea ceremony, the instructor will carefully teach you, so even first-timers can feel at ease as they observe an authentic tea ceremony and taste tea.
Byodo-in Temple & Omotesando Street (free time & lunch)
Byodo-in Temple is one of the greatest masterpieces of Japanese Buddhist art, and one step inside to enter a special place where you can feel the world of paradise that Heian aristocrats have longed for for over a thousand years. On Omotesando, you can relax after a walk with meals and sweets made with Uji tea, and it's also a great place to choose souvenirs.
Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum
Approximately 400 sake brewing tools used from the Edo period to the Taisho period are on display, allowing visitors to visually learn about the traditional sake brewing process, from washing the rice to squeezing it.
Fushimi Jikkokubune Boat Ride
From the boat, you can get a close-up view of the white-walled sake breweries and beautiful rows of willow trees, which is a bit different from what you can see from land.
This will allow you to relive the lives of people in the Edo period and the history of the flourishing water transportation industry.
Tour Operator Information
Company Name: H.I.S. Co., Ltd.
Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team
Address: Mainichi Intecio 15F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN
Tel: +81- 50-1745-1444
Registration No.: No. 724 by the Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency
Membership: Full Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Contact Information
Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team
Address: Mainichi Intecio 15F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN
Tel: +81- 50-1745-1444
Opening hour :10:00~18:00
(Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)
General Travel Services Manager: Eri Tomiyama
*The Tour Operations Manager is responsible for transactions related to your travel at the sales office handling your travel arrangements.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the explanations provided by the staff about this travel contract, please do not hesitate to contact the above-mentioned Tour Operations Manager.
Please read and understand the Terms and conditions below.
Travel Terms and Conditions:Domestic Package Tours
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Itinerary

  • Meet with your guide at Kyoto Station

  • Shimogamo Shrie and Tadasu Forest(50 minutes)

  • Sanzenin and Hosenin(90 minutes/Admission fee not included)

  • Lunch at Wappado(60 minutes)

  • Mount Hiei-Enryaku-ji Temple(120 minutes/Admission fee not included)

  • Hotel Arrival and Dinner

  • Breakfast at the Hotel

  • Morning Prayer(30 minutes)

  • 08:45

    Depart from Hotel
  • Shirahige Shrine(5 minutes)

  • Strolling around the Omizo area(40 minutes)

  • Kawashima Sake Brewery(90 minutes/Admission fee included)

  • Namiki Restaurant Tsubame(75 minutes)

  • Doganji Temple Kannon Hall(45 minutes/Admission fee not included)

  • Hotel Arrival and Dinner

  • Breakfast at the Hotel

  • 08:30

    Depart from Hotel
  • Take the Ferry from NagahamaPort to Chikubu Island(35 minutes/Admission fee included)

  • Chikubu Island(90 minutes/Admission fee not included)

  • Take the Ferry from Chikubu Island to Nagahama Port(35 minutes/Admission fee included)

  • Lunch at Honjin Higuchiyama(60 minutes)

  • Strolling around Samegai-syuku on the Nakasendo Road(60 minutes)

  • Seiganji Temple(60 minutes/Admission fee not included)

  • Hotel Arrival and Dinner

  • Breakfast at the Hotel

  • 09:15

    Depart from Hotel
  • Tea Ceremony experience at Taihoan(60 minutes/Admission fee not included)

  • Byodoin Temple and Omotesando(120 minutes/Admission fee not included) ※Please have lunch on your own

  • Gekkeikan Okura Memorial Museum(45 minutes/Admission fee not included)

  • Kyoto Fushimi Jikkokubune(50 minutes/Admission fee not included)

What's included

INCLUDED

Breakfast on DAY2
Breakfast on DAY3
Breakfast on DAY4
Lunch on DAY3
Lunch on DAY4
Dinner on DAY1
Dinner on DAY2
Dinner on DAY3
Admission fee of Kawashima Sake Brewery
Admission Fee of Round trip to Chikubu Island Ferry

NOT INCLUDED

Expenses not mentioned
Round-trip shuttle

Additional information

Purchase Notice

This is a private tour. Only your group will participate.
You can customize it as you like. If you have any requests please let us know in advance.
If you want to change your schedule even on the tour day, your guide is always happy to help you.
You can skip the spot where you don't go (※in this case we do not refund any fees) or change it with another place.
If you add some new spots by your request, please pay the ticket fee on the spot. (Note that you may need to pay extra transportation fee)
Please inform us in advance if you have any allergies or dietary restrictions when you book.
Please note that we are unable to accommodate menu changes on the day of the tour.
Please refrain from bringing your own food and drinks into the restaurant.
Please note that bringing large luggage during the tour is not allowed.
Please come in comfortable walking shoes.

Information about tour
Place of departure and destination:From Kyoto to Shiga
Number of days of travel:4Days
Means of transportation:Hire car
Name of bus company:Kyoto MK
Meal(s):Morning 3, Lunch 4, Dinner 3
Minimum number of passengers to operate: 1
Number of GUIDE:1
Reminders
Please ensure you arrive promptly at the designated meeting place.
Please be aware that weekends, holidays, and event days may experience high levels of congestion.
The schedule may be subject to sudden changes or shorter visit durations due to reasons such as traffic congestion.
Refunds will not be provided if you fail to arrive at the meeting location on time (no show).
Wearing your seatbelt is mandatory while the bus is in motion due to legal regulations.
In the event of a natural disaster, such as a typhoon, the tour will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued.
Please personally take responsibility for your valuables.
Note: These guidelines are provided to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Thank you for your cooperation.
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