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Dark Kyoto Tour
Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$70.83
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The yang of the bright and beautiful side of the city's 1200 year history is paralleled by the yin of the macabre, the bizarre and the bloody aspects of the story of Japan's old capital. Starting at Yasaka Shrine we will weave our way south through the back streets of Gion to Kiyomizu Temple, then descending through the Toribeno cemetery, one of the oldest and largest burial grounds dating back to the founding of the city. We pass through the shrine for cutting off bad relationships, stop by a 500 year old haunted candy shop, peek at the well that is said to have been used as a portal to the underworld by a famed Japanese sorcerer, and visit 'the hill of ears' monument.
Although the 'dark' will be highlighted in this experience, I also aim to impart an understanding of Japanese religious and cultural beliefs, and you will end the day with a more intimate understanding of Kyoto and a more balanced and realistic view of one of the world’s most fascinating cultures.
Although the 'dark' will be highlighted in this experience, I also aim to impart an understanding of Japanese religious and cultural beliefs, and you will end the day with a more intimate understanding of Kyoto and a more balanced and realistic view of one of the world’s most fascinating cultures.
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Dark Kyoto Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
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Meeting point
We will meet at the main gate of Yasaka Shrine at the intersection of Shijo Street and Higashioji Street. Convenient by city bus, Keihan Line, Subway or Hankyu Line.
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Yasaka ShrineYasaka Shrine played an important role the attempts to ward off a plague that had befallen the city in the 9th century CE.
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GionThe back streets of the Gion District are home to many haunting tales.
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Kennin-ji TempleKennin-ji Temple is the oldest Zen temple in Japan.
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Kiyomizu-dera TempleKiyomizu Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, but is also known locally for it's dark history.
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Toyokuni ShrineThis is where the shogun Hideyoshi is enshrined.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
Dark Kyoto Tour
Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$70.83
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
—
You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!