Tour code ASJ-DT-KYO-EAS · Ash201
Eastern Kyoto, from morning to Gion
Kyoto eastern heritage
One day on foot in eastern Kyoto, from Kiyomizu-dera first thing in the morning through the Higashiyama lanes to Gion as evening comes.
At a glance
Eastern Kyoto is one of the busiest parts of the city, so the day is planned around the crowds: the famous temple early and, if time allows, a quieter one in the afternoon. A guide walks with you, with a tea break on the way down and lunch in between.
These are sample itineraries. Our team prepares a tailored quote for your trip; service reservations are confirmed separately once the arrangements are agreed.
Highlights
- Kiyomizu-dera first thing in the morning
- The Higashiyama lanes, with a tea break
- A quieter temple in the afternoon, if time allows
- Gion as evening comes
A full day on foot in any season, planned around the crowds.
The stops of the day
Kiyomizu-dera, Kyoto · photographed in autumn Kiyomizu-dera
Founded in 778, the temple stands on the hillside of eastern Kyoto, its main hall resting on a great wooden stage built without nails. It is part of the UNESCO World Heritage site of ancient Kyoto.
Yasaka pagoda, Higashiyama · photographed in autumn Higashiyama lanes
The stone-paved slopes of Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka run between Kōdai-ji and Kiyomizu-dera, lined with old wooden shops and tea houses. They are among the busiest streets in Kyoto, so the walk keeps to the quieter hours.
Gion
Kyoto’s best-known geisha district, around Hanamikōji street, with wooden machiya houses, teahouses and the approach to Yasaka Shrine. Photograph the streets, not the people: geiko and maiko are not photographed without permission, and some private lanes do not allow photographs.
Trip details
- Length
- One day
- Route
- Starts and ends in Kyoto
- Regions
- Kyoto and Kansai
- Seasons
- Any season
- Style
- Culture · Photography
The full programme
A suggested journey, day by day, adjusted to your dates and interests.
Day 1East Kyoto on foot
Kiyomizu-dera first thing, down through the Higashiyama lanes with a tea break, lunch, an unhurried afternoon in eastern Kyoto, then Gion as evening comes.
Programme details
Kiyomizu-dera first thing, before the crowds build, then down through the Higashiyama lanes with a tea break on the way. After lunch there is time for a quieter temple if the day allows, and the day ends in Gion as evening comes.
East Kyoto on foot
- Kiyomizu-dera
- Higashiyama lanes
- Gion
A day-by-day sample. Times of day are not promised; the order can change on the ground.
What your proposal can include
- Guide
- Private car with driver
- Meals
- Admission tickets
Your proposal names exactly what is included, for your dates and your group.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off will be arranged according to your agreed itinerary. We’ll choose the places to visit together when planning your day.
Good to know
- Very crowded areas; the day is planned around the congestion.
Start from this tour
Open the planner, or write to us. We answer with questions, then with a plan and a quote.
Mention the code ASJ-DT-KYO-EAS · Ash201 when you write.
Where this tour comes from An outline route prepared by Asahi; the stops are suggestions until the plan is made with you.
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