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One day hiking tour in the mountains of Kyoto

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1 to 8 people

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Upon ascending Mt. Kuruma, you will find a wealth of magical temples, relaxing onsens and hiking paths through lush green cedar forests. Mt. Kurama is a very historical area, known for being the birthplace of reiki (a healing technique) and home to the tengu, Japanese folklore creatures said to be the protectors of the natural world. You will leisurely walk from Kurama to the quaint mountain village of Kibune, stopping to see various sights along the way. It is the perfect trip for those wishing to get out of the city and enjoy some easy hiking in the nature. The Kyoto mountains are a nice addition to discover the Japanese nature.

One day hiking tour in the mountains of Kyoto Highlights

Immerse yourself in the clear mountain air and lush green of the Kyoto mountains.
Try a Kawadoko (eating on the river) style traditional restaurant.
Explore the grounds of the legendary Karumadera Temple.
Feel like you're in a fairytale on the Tree Root Road.
Have your fortune told by the magical waters of Kibune at the Kifune Jinja Hongu.

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One day hiking tour in the mountains of Kyoto | Day to Day itinerary

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Uncover Kyoto's hidden gems in this 7 hour day trip from central Kyoto. Head to these “spiritual power spots” nestled into the natural beauty of the mountains, far away from crowds.

① 9:00 – Pickup from your hotel in Kyoto city
Your guide will meet you at your hotel and escort you to Kurama by the Eizan Railway.From there you will take a short 15 minute walk to Yuki Shrine.

② 10:30-10:50-Yuki shrine
Yuki Shrine was actually built in central Kyoto, but in 940 AD was moved to Kurama to protect the area from mysterious evil.One of the highlights of this mountainous shrine is an 800-year-old cedar tree which towers over the shrine at 53m tall .

③ 11:15 – 12:00-Kuramadera Honden Kondo
After exploring Yuki Shrine, you will meander though the forest on a pleasant 25 minute walk to the most famous shrine of the area – Kuramadera.Founded in the 8th century, Kuramadera is dedicated to the worship of mountains and nature, and has an incredible view over the surrounding mountain ranges, especially in Autumn.See how many long-nosed tengu (guardians of the mountain) you can spot.

④ 12:10 – 12:25- Walk on Kinone-michi
From the main shrine, further walk into the forest to Kinonemichi (Tree Root Road).There, you'll find that the path becomes a sea of ​​tree roots for you to traverse.The rooms are unable to grow underground due to the hardness of the surrounding sandstone, so instead grow upon the surface, allowing you to see something usually buried deep in the ground.

⑤ 12:25-12:35- Okunoin Maoden
Nestled deep in the mountains is the Okunoin Maoden Temple. It is said to be where demons reign and has a very mysterious feeling about it.

⑥ 12:55 – 13:25-Kifune Jinja Hongu
Kifune Shrine is considered a place for sailors to go to pray for luck on their voyages and is dedicated to the God of water and rain.There are places where you can drink the pure mountain water fresh from the source, and many little streams dotted around If you come in summer, expect to be charmed by the wildflowers, but it is no less stunning shrouded in autumn colors, or pure white snow.Be sure to try the mizuura mikuji (water fortune telling paper) which your guide can translate for you.

⑦ 13:30 – 14:30-Lunch at a Kawadoko style restaurant in Kibune
Eat at a local "kawadoko" restaurant. Kawadoko is a Kyoto style of restaurant where the floor is built on the river so that customers can relax hearing the tinkling of the stream as they eat, and refresh feeling the cool air coming off the water.

⑧ 14:35 -15:00-Kifune Jinja Okumiya
According to legend, a goddess traveled in a boat from Osaka all the way up the river into these mountains.This inner shrine of Kifune houses the boat it is said that she rode in.

⑨ 15:15 – 15:30-Kifune Cosmetics & Gallery
Browse their products made from water drawn from the sacred springs of the Kibune area. They draw the water at the full moon, making it spiritually and energetically charged. They claim their products bring out the flawless skin that Japanese women are famous for by combining thousand-year-old Kyoto traditions with cutting edge technology.

⑩ 16:00-Kibuneguchi station
Head to Kibuneguchi station for the trip back to Kyoto.

⑪ 17:00 – Drop off at your hotel in Kyoto city.

Included

English speaking guide.

Hotel pick-up & drop-off.

Shrine & temple entry fees.

Public transport costs (from Central Kyoto-Kurama and back).

Not included

Food & drinks.



• Please wear comfortable shoes as we will be walking on mountain paths.

• This tour is not suitable for baby strollers or wheelchairs.

• If you wish to change the tour time, please contact us.

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