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Enjoy a leisurely ride along the cycle road that runs alongside the Kizu River, experiencing the history and scenery woven by the river. Along the way, you'll tour the landscape of the rice paddies and tea fields that line the riverside, Izumi Ohashi Bridge, which flourished as a river crossing point, and an ancient temple built in the Nara period, all while discovering the connection between the river and faith. Along with a guided tour, you'll also get to listen to and learn about the history and structure of Nagarebashi Bridge, a wooden bridge designed to sway in the wind in case of flooding, conveying the image of this region that has lived side by side with water. Through the power of bicycles, we'll take you on a refreshing short trip, experiencing the flow of the Kizu River and the local lifestyle and culture.
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[This tour has been postponed]
From Demachiyanagi, gaze out at the confluence of the Kamo and Takano Rivers and take a stroll through the original landscape of Kyoto, a city that has developed alongside water. At Shimogamo Shrine, take the time to "feel and learn" about the history of ancient water worship and rituals, along with the pure waters of Tadasu no Mori. Walk south along the Kamo River, and you'll find traces of flood control from the Edo, Meiji, and Showa periods, as well as the history of the city shaped by the river, still alive today. After overlooking the kawadoko culture and the changing lifestyles of the people between Sanjo and Shijo, enjoy seasonal Kyoto cuisine at Fujita in Pontocho, and take a moment to quietly reflect on the culture and climate that has been woven together with the Kamo River. We'll guide you on a luxurious journey of walking, seeing, and tasting.
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Board the Lake Biwa Canal boat from Miidera Temple and enjoy the scenery of autumn leaves from the calm waters and listen to the sound of the water. After disembarking at Keage, walk along the Keage Incline, a symbol of Meiji-era modernization, to experience the timeless presence of a waterway that still thrives today. The final destination is Ryotei Yachiyo, facing the approach to Nanzenji Temple. In a space where you can fully enjoy traditional Kyoto cuisine and the gardens of gardener Ueji, you will enjoy tea with seasonal Japanese sweets and a lecture on the history and role of the Lake Biwa Canal, where you can "listen and learn." We will guide you on a high-quality journey that will be enjoyed with all five senses, via the "path of water" that is the canal.
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SPA PASS KYOTO What is
This is an electronic travel pass that allows you to "hot spring tour" at 10 hot spring facilities in Kyoto City (as of October 1, 2025). By presenting an electronic ticket that allows you to visit three different facilities at the hot spring facilities, you can tour the hot spring facilities scattered throughout Kyoto City. We also work to promote the use of ancillary facilities such as meals and cafes at hot spring facilities, proposing various ways to use hot springs.
[Implementation period]
Sale period: Wednesday, October 8, 2025 - Tuesday, March 31, 2026Usage period: October 8, 2025 (Wednesday) - March 31, 2026 (Tuesday)
*The facility-specific plan is3 days before the date of use Please make your reservation by.
※Payment isCredit card online payment onlyIt will be
※When you go out,Please use the convenient city bus and subway
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This is a high-quality educational tour for adults that allows you to experience tea and sake, traditional Kyoto culture, with all five senses and appreciate the depth of Japanese culture. You can experience a tour that delves into the roots of tea and sake, which are derived from "water."
Savor Kyoto's Dual Heritage: An Exquisite Moments of Tea & Sake
09:40 Reception begins
09:50 Meet at Kyoto Station (KTIC Kyoto) == (Travel: JR) ==
10:30 Arrive at JR Uji Station (travel: on foot)
10:50 Byodoin Temple (visit) ... (travel: on foot) ...
12:00 Uji Tea Ceremony Dojo "Takumi no Yakata" (Tea brewing experience (with sweets)) ... (Travel: on foot) ...
12:50 Keihan Uji Station == (Train: Keihan Electric Railway) ==
13:20 Nakashojima Station... (Travel: Walking)...
13:30 Lunch (Japanese cuisine/restaurant in Fushimi Ward) ... (travel: on foot) ...
14:20 Tour of Fushimi Town, the town of sake (on foot)
15:30 Kintetsu Fushimi-Momoyama Station == (Train: Kintetsu Train) ==
16:00 Arrive at Kyoto Station and disband
Legend: = JR or private railway, ...: walking
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Experience the Future of Lacquer in Kyoto
～ Urushi Tsutsumi Asakichi since 1909 ～
Tsutsumi Asakichi Lacquer Shop
Founded in 1909, Urushi Tsutsumi Asakichi preserves traditional craftsmanship while exploring new ways to bring lacquer into everyday life. In Kyoto, lacquer is not limited to temple architecture and tableware — it also appears in daily life, from bath buckets at sento (public bathhouses) to dining tables in local bakeries. Discover its beauty at Bukkoji Temple, experience lacquer buckets at Umeyu, and enjoy bread and wine by the Kamo River. Through these encounters where city culture and lacquer come together, you will discover a new side of Kyoto’s urushi tradition.
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Lake Biwa Canal Boat to operate in autumn 2025
~ [National Treasure and Important Cultural Property Commemorative Flight] Operation Confirmed!! ~
The dream waterway of our predecessors, which can be traced by canal boat
Traces of many great achievements that can only be seen by boarding the shipThe Lake Biwa Canal fell into decline after the capital was moved to Tokyo.An artificial canal built to revive Kyoto's industryThe project, which overcame numerous difficulties, was carried out solely by Japanese people.A major project in Kyoto during the Meiji periodAfter 70 years, the Lake Biwa Canal has been restored. Enjoy a boat trip to see the great achievements of our ancestors with your own eyes, while taking in the scenery around the canal that changes with the seasons.
《Points that can only be seen by those on board》
・Among the plaques at the entrance to each tunnel, each written by representative politicians of the Meiji era, the only one inside the tunnel is that of Kitagaki Kunimichi, the third governor of Kyoto Prefecture, who planned and promoted the construction of the canal project.・Passengers on board can see the pit, which was the first in Japan to use the pit method, from below.
"customer's voice"
-The guide's explanation was easy to understand.
・Even though it's local, I didn't know it.
・Moved by the achievements of our predecessors. The tunnel is also worth seeing.
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Easier and more fun!
Of course, for those who like Japanese sake,For those who are new to sake,
For tourists who want to experience Japanese culture through sake,
We want you to experience excitement and surprise through sake.
We hope that this place will become a catalyst for expanding the circle of sake fans.Tasting eight different types of sake, find your favorite.
This is an experience facility where you can make your own one-of-a-kind sake by blending your favorite alcoholic drinks. What's more, the sake you make can be bottled in the sake brewing room in the building next door, and you can take it home on the same day, making this a one-of-a-kind sake experience facility.Now, you too can try your favorite sake.
Why not try making your own one-of-a-kind taste with your own hands?
*Drinking is strictly prohibited for those under the age of 20 and those who drive or cycle to the store.
▼For individual applications, please click here
Sake Blending Experience ~My Sake World Kyoto Kawaramachi Store~
▼For group enquiries, please contact us by email.
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Japan Airlines (JAL) offers same-day baggage delivery service. (English site)
This service allows you to drop off your luggage at a designated counter after arriving at Kansai International Airport, and have it delivered to you on the same day. Sightseeing while climbing stairs or walking uphill with luggage can be challenging, so we highly recommend making use of this service!This service is available to customers who are not using JAL flights as well.
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