Mount Hiei looms over Kyoto’s northeast, and Enryaku-ji on its summit was founded by the monk Saicho in 788 as the head temple of Tendai Buddhism. Ride up by the Eizan cable car from the Kyoto side, or the long Sakamoto cable car from Lake Biwa.
Ride Kyoto’s steep Eizan mountain railway and aerial ropeway for broad views of Kyoto and Lake Biwa, with practical ticket, timing, and seasonal tips.
Most Popular★ 4.7“The views are amazing! Once at top i recommend going for a walk around! price: very reasonable”
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57 reviews1-2 hoursFrom $12.65
Review of a Miho Museum, Chikurin-in, Hiyoshi Taisha and Lake Biwa day tour, with prices, timing, seasonal tips and practical advice.
★ 4.9“Our tour guide, Kuwahara-san, provided excellent service. He was kind and friendly, and explained the itinerary clearly.”
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11 reviewsFrom $63.85
Visit Enryaku-ji’s three temple areas on Mount Hiei with a low-cost admission ticket, Lake Biwa views, and practical advice on entry and renovations.
★ 4.4“Only after I went there did I know: 1. If you stay in the clubhouse, you don't need to buy tickets. You can get daily tickets from the entrance or the club counter. 2. The list given (date stamp means daily tickets), in fact, the…”
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5 reviewsFrom $6.30
Discover Kyoto’s spiritual side with this 7.5-hour tour visiting Hiyoshi Taisha, Mount Hiei, and Enryakuji Temple, offering stunning views & cultural insights.
★ 5.0“This tour was an unforgettable experience and one of the highlights of our time in Kyoto. Visiting Mount Hiei and Enryaku-ji felt incredibly peaceful and spiritual, with breathtaking scenic views along the way. The atmosphere was calm Read more”
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3 reviewsFrom $182.74by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
Ride Japan’s longest cable car up Mt. Hiei for wide views of Lake Biwa, with practical ticket, timing, and station advice for your Otsu visit.
★ 5.0“A magical ride in the mountains and a visit to a sacred temple. The rain added to the mystery.”
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3 reviews1 hourFrom $6.05