Kyoto Virtual Guided Walking Tour

Amid the ongoing pandemic, traveling abroad is very difficult for the foreseeable future. But thanks to this situation, I could take a video of this ancient city with few people out on the street. The video shows the highlights of Higashiyama area of Kyoto which is filled with many attractions. You can relax at home while deeply immersed in the traditional city of Japan with a detailed explanation and guidance by a professional licensed guide. We will have a Q&A session after seeing the video. I provide a walking route map online for your future reference. NOTE: You don't have to show your face but fast Internet connection is required for the video online. NOTE: The starting time is JST, Japan Standard Time. 11:00 AM (JST) is 10:00 PM on the previous day in NY or EDT area and 7:00 PM in LA or PDT area. 8:00 PM (JST) is 12:00 noon in GB or BST area or 1:00 PM in CEST area.

1. 1

   Yasaka Shrine

   15 min

   Starting at this shrine which is probably the most famous in Kyoto city as it is the birthplace of Gion Festival. The festival has a history of more than 1,000 years and probably the most famous festival in the country.

2. 2

   Maruyama Park

   10 min

   Behind Yasaka Shrine, there is this park famous for its cherry blossoms. I will show the photos in spring time with the flowers.

3. 3

   Chion-in Temple

   5 min

   This is the headquarters of Jodoshu sect of Japanese Buddhism and its gate as a wooden gate is the biggest in the world.

4. 4

   Nene-no-Michi

   15 min

   The street named after the wife of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, a shogun in the 16th century.

5. 5

   Ishibe Alley

   10 min

   This stone passages district is calm and serene. You can feel the retro vibes of the ancient town with a history of more than 1,000 years.

6. 6

   Entoku-in

   5 min

   We briefly look at Entoku-in temple where Nene, the wife of the shogun, lived for 19 years after his passing.

7. 7

   Sannenzaka Ninenzaka

   15 min

   There two slopes or staircases are located in the middle of Higashiyama area of Kyoto. Around these slopes, there are many traditional and quaint houses.

8. 8

   Yasaka Koshin-Do

   5 min

   A temple with three monkeys. A very famous spot for taking Instagram-able photos!

9. 9

   Yasaka Pagoda

   10 min

   This ancient temple has the landmark, Yasaka Pagoda or Yasaka no To. The current structure has been standing for almost 600 years, one of the oldest remaining wooden structures in Kyoto. The temple's history has more than 1,400 years.

10. 10

    Kiyomizu-dera Temple

    10 min

    The temple is one of the 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kyoto. It is a must see place for tourists. It has a very famous protruding balcony.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.