Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 40 travelers
Overview
This tour is led by a Professional English-speaking guide.
At Komyo-in, enjoy a brilliant cherry blossom display thoughtfully arranged in a traditional Japanese room overlooking the beautiful garden.
Next, visit the iconic World Heritage Site, Byodo-in Temple, and marvel at the spectacular reflection of the Phoenix Hall on the pond. If you have a 10-yen coin, take it out and compare it with the real thing!
Then, stroll through Byodo-in Omote-Sando Street and enjoy local specialties for lunch in Uji, the tea capital of Japan.
Following lunch, you can try an authentic matcha-making experience and savor the taste.
Afterwards, experience Hanami (Cherry blossom viewing), a must-do Japanese spring tradition with snacks from food stalls at Sewaritei Cherry Blossom Festival.
Finally, enjoy shopping for popular and delicious baumkuchen as souvenirs at atelier Kyobaum.
This tour is perfect for all ages and anyone wishing to experience the essence of Japanese spring culture.
What's included
Admission fee of Byodo-in Temple
Admission fee of Sewaritei Cherry Blossom Festival
Admission fee of Komyo-in
Matcha Experience
Bottled water
English guide
Air-conditioned bus
Lunch
What to expect
Komyo-in Temple
40m · Admission ticket included
Renowned for the "Hashintei" garden, this serene temple is affectionately nicknamed "the Rainbow Moss Temple" due to its shifting seasonal scenery.
In spring, you can admire a brilliant cherry blossom display thoughtfully arranged in the traditional Japanese room with a view of the garden.
1h · Admission ticket included
Don't miss the spectacular reflection of the Phoenix Hall on the pond before it!
This iconic hall is so famous that its image is depicted on the front of the Japanese 10-yen coin.
1h 15m
Stroll down this historic street leading to Byodo-in Temple and stop for lunch.
It's the perfect opportunity to savor local specialties in Uji, the tea capital of Japan.
45m
After lunch, let's try making authentic Uji matcha tea, starting from scratch by grinding Uji tea leaves with a stone mill!
Enjoy tasting the matcha you whipped up yourself with Japanese sweets for a memorable experience in Kyoto.
1h 30m · Admission ticket included
Walk through the breathtaking cherry blossom tunnel stretching for about 1.4 km while enjoying snacks from food stalls. You can also enjoy a panoramic view of the tunnel from the observatory.
Pass by
Wrap up your day by shopping for popular and delicious baumkuchen, including those made with Uji matcha green tea and soy milk, as souvenirs at atelier Kyobaum.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Hachijo Exit Tourit Bus Parking Area (In Front of KYOTO AVANTI)
End point
Hachijo Exit Tourit Bus Parking Area (In Front of KYOTO AVANTI)
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is not a private tour, you will enjoy the tour with other guests together.
We might cancel the tour if we do not have at least 20 participants by 1 month before the scheduled departure.
Please come in comfortable walking shoes.
Please arrive at the meeting location 15 minutes prior to the departure time.
IMPORTANT: The bus will depart according to the schedule and will not wait for late arrivals.
The schedule is subject to change without prior notice.
Due to traffic or other reasons, the duration of visits at each destination may be shortened, and arrival times may be delayed.
Refunds will not be provided if you fail to arrive at the meeting location on time (no show).
In the event of a natural disaster, such as a typhoon, the tour will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued.
Wearing your seatbelt is mandatory while the bus is in motion due to legal regulations.
Please personally take responsibility for your valuables.
We can accommodate your luggage and keep it in the bus luggage compartment during the tour.
Please note that cherry blossoms may not be seen due to weather conditions.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
