Kyoto Morning and Craft

Experience Kyoto’s 1,200 year history in one morning! Visit Nijo Castle, the residence of the Tokugawa era shoguns. Marvel at the gold-leaf covered Golden Pavilion, which houses sacred relics of Buddha, and stroll through the garden surrounding it, said to be the most beautiful Japanese garden in the world. Stop by Kyoto Imperial Palace before watching traditional Japanese artisans work their crafts at the Kyoto Handicraft Center. You can even make your own woodblock print under the direction of one of these talented professionals!

Meals: 1 Lunch included
Drop-off service: Free drop-off services to major hotels in Kyoto are offered by the Handicraft Center at 3:00 p.m.
Guide: English-speaking guide service is included.

ITINERARY

Nijo Castle
The Kyoto Residence of the Tokugawa Shogun built in 1603, Nijo Castle is noted for the contrast of its solemn appearance and gorgeous interiors.

Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion)
The most authentic and exquisite Japanese style garden in the world, plus the celebrated Golden Pavilion.

Kyoto Imperial Palace
The ancient Imperial Palace clearly shows the Japanese taste for purity, simplicity and calmness.

Kyoto Handicraft Center
Enjoy a buffet lunch (free soft drinks included except alcoholic drink)

After lunch, enjoy making your own woodblock print or cloisonne (of your choice) with assistance of the English-speaking staff of Handicraft Center. (NO JTB GUIDE)

REMARKS

Nijo Castle
- On Tuesdays in Jan., Jul., Aug. & Dec., "Nijo Castle" is closed and visit "Ryoanji Temple" instead.

Kyoto Imperial Palace
- On Saturdays, Sundays & national holidays and some other days, Kyoto Imperial Palace is closed and visit "Kitano Tenmangu" instead.
- On Feb.25, Mar.25, Aug.25 & Nov.25, visit "Ryoanji Temple" instead.
- You are required to fill out the form (your name, sex, age, nationality), when you enter "Kyoto Imperial Palace".

*Tour ends at Handicraft Center.

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