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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 5 travelers
Overview
Through Kyoto’s rich nature, history, and hot spring culture, this experience offers a special wellness journey that allows you to step away from your daily routine.
Your journey begins with a scenic ride on the Eizan Railway from Kyoto to Kurama. Enjoy beautiful views as the city gradually gives way to lush green mountains.
In Kurama, hike through the historic Kurama Temple while learning about its history, culture, and natural beauty.
After the hike, experience Japanese hot spring culture at Kurama Onsen. Relax and unwind while enjoying the peaceful natural surroundings.
Kurama Onsen is tattoo-friendly, allowing international visitors with tattoos to enjoy an authentic Japanese hot spring experience with confidence.
More than sightseeing, this wellness experience combines nature, culture, hiking, a scenic train journey, and hot springs to help you relax, refresh your mind and body, and discover a different side of Kyoto.
What's included
Onsen admission fee
Onsen towel set and Yukata(traditional Japanese robe)
guide fee
kurama-dera Temple admission fee
What to expect
30m · Admission ticket included
Enjoy a scenic ride on the Eizan Railway from central Kyoto to Kurama.
As the train leaves the city behind, the scenery gradually changes from Kyoto’s urban streets to lush green mountains. Enjoy the beautiful views from the train as you make your way to Kurama, surrounded by nature.
Kifune Shrine
30m
Nestled in a lush mountain valley, Kifune Shrine is dedicated to the god of water. Walk along the beautiful stone steps lined with red lanterns and experience the peaceful atmosphere of this historic shrine, surrounded by the sounds of nature.
Kurama-dera
2h · Admission ticket included
Next, enjoy a hike along Kurama's beautiful mountain trails as your guide introduces the history, culture, and natural beauty of Kurama Temple. Near the summit, take a break and enjoy the bento you made yourself.
10m · Admission ticket included
As you hike through Kurama-dera Temple, you will come across one of its most iconic spots, the “Ki-no-Ne-Michi” (Path of Tree Roots). The exposed roots of ancient cedar trees spread across the ground, creating a mystical place where you can experience the power and tranquility of nature with all your senses.
1h 30m · Admission ticket included
After the hike, experience Japanese hot spring culture at Kurama Onsen, surrounded by beautiful nature. Your guide will introduce the history of hot springs, bathing etiquette, and bathing methods for relaxation and beauty. As a tattoo-friendly hot spring, Kurama Onsen welcomes international visitors, allowing them to enjoy an authentic Japanese bathing experience with confidence. After bathing, change into a yukata and enjoy a peaceful moment in nature to relax your mind and body.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
I will be waiting for you outside the ticket gates at Demachiyanagi Station. I am a man about 180 cm (5'11") tall. Please look for me at the meeting point.
End point
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The guide is a local Japanese and is not very good at English.
Kurama Onsen welcomes guests with tattoos.
Kurama Onsen has separate bathing areas for men and women, and guests are required to bathe without swimsuits.
Individuals with contraindications for Hot spring (e.g., severe heart or lung diseases, recent gastrointestinal bleeding, advanced malignant tumors, or severe anemia).
Individuals feeling unwell on the day, those with a fever, or those who have consumed alcohol. Participants who cannot bathe independently or require significant assistance (e.g., wheelchair users).
If a doctor advises against participation, the individual must refrain from joining the experience.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
