Kyoto has well over a thousand temples and hundreds of shrines, and a lot of visitors see the famous ones in rented kimono, which is why so many shops sit at the foot of Kiyomizu-dera and Yasaka Shrine. Temples usually shut around 4:30 or 5pm, so do the big ones early.
Compare Kyoto’s temple lanes, Fushimi Inari’s torii gates and Nara’s deer on one bus day, with practical advice on timing, costs and the Osaka return.
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3,408 reviews9 hoursFrom $44.89
Discover the serenity of Kyoto's Tea Ceremony Ju-An at Jotokuji Temple. Immerse yourself in tradition, tranquility, and the art of tea. Click now!
★ 4.9“Really lovely experience, got to see a Japanese tea ceremony and drink the most delicious matcha”
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3,207 reviews1.2 hoursFrom $29by Tea Ceremony Juan
Rent a kimono near Kiyomizu-dera, choose from 800 styles, add hair styling or a photographer, and return your outfit at another Kyoto branch.
★ 4.8“Although we arrived late due to a train delay, the staff at the shop were extremely polite and didn't blame us at all. Experience: Fantastic! The hair styling was exquisite and done with great care. Location: Super easy to find!”
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2,633 reviewsFrom $17.39
Choose from more than 1,000 kimono styles near Kiyomizu-dera, get dressed in Kyoto, then explore Higashiyama on your own schedule.
★ 4.9“The staff are also kind and great!”
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2,327 reviewsFrom $15.79
Visit Katsuoji, Arashiyama and Kinkaku-ji in one guided day, with scenic stops, temple fees extra and limited time to explore.
★ 4.9“Departing from Osaka to pick up guests in Kyoto and then returning to Osaka to visit Katsuo-ji Temple feels like it wastes quite a bit of time, but resting in the car feels nice.”
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1,433 reviews9 hoursFrom $43.70
Rent a kimono near Yasaka Shrine, then explore Gion, Ninenzaka, and Kiyomizu-dera on foot. See what the price includes and what to plan for.
★ 4.9“Everything was perfect from start to finish! The staff were incredibly kind, welcoming, and professional. They helped me choose a beautiful kimono and made sure everything fit perfectly. The dressing and hairstyling were done with great care, and the whole experience was smooth and enjoyable.…”
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1,319 reviewsFrom $17.60
Choose a kimono near Yasaka Shrine, get dressed by a professional, then explore Gion with flexible returns and optional hair styling or photos.
★ 4.8“Excellet service, excellent options, and an excellent day was had thanks to the people working here. I would recommend this for anyone going to Kyoto for the first time before exploring and visiting some of the shrines and temples in the area”
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1,091 reviews30 minsFrom $18.95
See Arashiyama, Nara’s deer and Fushimi Inari in one day, with transport from Osaka or Kyoto and time to explore each stop.
★ 4.6“We had a lovely trip visiting Nara Park, the Bamboo Forests and Fushimi Inari Shrine. Thank you to our enthusiastic tour guide Yu Qihang.”
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1,090 reviews8.5 hoursFrom $44.85
Compare Katsuoji’s Daruma dolls, Arashiyama’s bamboo lanes, and Fushimi Inari’s torii gates on a nine-hour Kyoto day tour from Osaka.
★ 4.8“Tour guide Zoey is very friendly!! She told us about many attractions and foods. Absolutely wonderful❤️❤️”
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1,066 reviews9 hoursFrom $44.89
Visit Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera, Gion and Fushimi Inari in one Kyoto day, with a multilingual guide and round-trip bus transport.
★ 4.7“Tour guide David provided excellent service, explained things very clearly, and was dedicated, responsible, and attentive.”
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953 reviews8.5 hoursFrom $44.89
Discover the enchanting magic of Kyoto with its bamboo forests, ancient temples, matcha delights, playful monkeys, and hidden secrets. Uncover the essence of this captivating city today!
★ 4.8“Best tour ive been on so far. Interesting and stunning scenery. Would highly reccomend. Guide was interesting and instructions were easy.”
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886 reviews5 hours - 330 minutesFrom $87by Japan Tour Adventure
Discover Kyoto’s Arashiyama with this engaging 4-hour tour featuring bamboo groves, a monkey park, historic temples, and authentic matcha tasting.
★ 5.0“Great tour. Lots of uphill walking to see monkeys. Depending on weather can be treacherous. Beautiful scenery, lots of historical information. Lovely to stop for matcha ice cream which was included.”
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759 reviewsFrom $53.06by Traveling Kyoto
Rent a kimono near Yasaka Shrine, choose from hundreds of styles, and explore Gion on foot. Compare packages, photo options, timing, and return choices.
★ 4.8“Chinese service is available. The staff members are very patient and have super friendly attitudes, and the kimonos look gorgeous in photos. The photographer is also very professional. Even under the scorching sun, they patiently waited for us to finish our makeup and get dressed…”
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515 reviewsFrom $17.39
Nurture your soul and uncover the secrets of Zen at a Kyoto temple, where tranquility meets enlightenment - a journey you won't want to miss!
“I highly recommend this tour. It was probably one of our most memorable moments in Kyoto. Hikari was our guide. She was incredibly knowledgeable about the different temples, the organization of them and the history. The tour felt very calm and meditative just from her…”
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441 reviewsFrom $110.10by MagicalTrip Inc.
Discover a peaceful Kyoto Zen experience in a hidden temple, including meditation, matcha, and garden views—authentic and deeply calming for all.
★ 5.0“My wife and I did this experience while we were in Kyoto and it was one of the highlights of our time there. We were led through two sessions by the temple priest and he helped us get into the required state. The tea ceremony…”
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437 reviews2 hoursFrom $109by Denei Japan tour