Enjoy Kyoto’s stunning autumn colors with a scenic lunch at Keiryo Kawadoko, beautiful foliage at Genko-an and Jisso-in, and visits to the World Heritage Kamigamo Shrine and Shimogamo Shrine.
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The Highlight
- Elegant Lunch at Keiryo Kawadoko – Enjoy a scenic lunch overlooking the colorful autumn leaves.
- Genko-an Temple – Admire the famous autumn foliage through the “Window of Enlightenment” and “Window of Delusion.”
- Jisso-in Temple – Discover the beautiful “Floor Reflections of Autumn Leaves.”
- Kamigamo Shrine – Visit this UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Kyoto’s oldest shrines.
- Shimogamo Shrine – Explore another UNESCO World Heritage Site surrounded by a peaceful forest.
The Experience
Enjoy lunch at Keiryo Kawadoko, a riverside dining area extending over a flowing stream within a spacious Japanese garden. Relax to the soothing sound of the river while surrounded by beautiful autumn foliage and nature.
Seasonal Menu
- Seasonal Appetizers
- Two Kinds of Sashimi
- Seasonal Simmered Dish
- Small Side Dish
- Seasonal Hot Pot
- Fried Dish
- Soup
- Rice
- Japanese Pickles
Menu items are subject to change.
Genko-an Temple, established during the Edo period, is surrounded by maple trees, including those near the main hall and the Tsuru-Kame Garden behind it.
The temple is famous for its two iconic windows: the round “Window of Enlightenment” and the square “Window of Delusion.” They are said to represent Buddhist teachings and encourage visitors to reflect on themselves. The autumn foliage viewed through these windows is especially popular.
Typical peak autumn foliage: Mid to late November.
Jisso-in Temple – Discover the beautiful “Floor Reflections of Autumn Leaves.”
The polished floorboards in the Waterfall Room reflect the beauty of each season, creating a different view throughout the year. During autumn, enjoy the stunning “Floor Autumn Leaves,” with vibrant red foliage reflected on the polished floor.
Photography is prohibited throughout the interior, including the floor autumn leaves. The tour will operate regardless of the peak autumn foliage period. Typical viewing season: early November to early December.
Kamigamo Shrine, officially known as Kamo-wakeikazuchi Shrine, is one of Kyoto’s oldest shrines. It is especially popular for its beautiful maple trees along the Nara-no-Ogawa Stream, which create a colorful autumn foliage tunnel.
The tour will operate regardless of the peak autumn foliage period. Typical viewing season: mid-November to early December.
At Shimogamo Shrine, the sacred Tadasu no Mori forest is transformed by autumn foliage, with maple trees turning vibrant shades of red and yellow.
Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of a colorful foliage tunnel surrounded by fallen leaves carpeting the forest floor.
The tour will operate regardless of the peak autumn foliage period. Typical viewing season: mid-November to early December.
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Tour Operator Information Company Name: H.I.S. Co., Ltd. Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team Address: Mainichi Intecio 16F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN Registration No: No. 724 by the Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency Membership: Full Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Contact Information Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team Address: Mainichi Intecio 15F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN Tel: +81- 50-1745-1444 Opening hour:10:00~18:00 (Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)
General Travel Services Manager: Eri Tomiyama *The Tour Operations Manager is responsible for transactions related to your travel at the sales office, handling your travel arrangements. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the explanations provided by the staff about this travel contract, please do not hesitate to contact the above-mentioned Tour Operations Manager.
Please read and understand the Terms and Conditions below. Travel Terms and Conditions: Domestic Package Tours Travel Agency Terms and Conditions: Section of Package Tour Contract
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- Japanese
Itinerary
- Include: Lunch
- 08:00Umeda (Meet: 7:45 / Depart: 8:00)
- Shozan Resort Kyoto ↓ <Walking>
- Genko-an Temple (View the atmospheric autumn foliage through the "Window of Enlightenment" and "Window of Delusion" / Approx. 40 min)
- Shozan Resort Kyoto (Enjoy the "Hanayagi Gozen" meal while gazing at the autumn foliage and listening to the murmuring stream at the riverside *kawadoko* deck / Approx. 60 min)
- Iwakura Jisso-in Temple (View the "Floor Maples"—autumn leaves reflected on the polished wooden floor / Approx. 30 min)
- Kamigamo Shrine (Visit and view the autumn foliage at this historic World Heritage site / Approx. 60 min)
- Shimogamo Shrine (Visit and view the autumn foliage at this World Heritage site, known for its mystical atmosphere / Approx. 60 min)
- 17:45Umeda (Around 17:45)
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
- This tour is a Japanese tour. The tour conductor will provide language support using a translator (Pocket Talk).
- Eligibility: This tour is not valid for Japanese nationals. It is available to overseas tourists only.
- This is not a private tour; you will enjoy the tour with other guests.
- If the minimum number of participants (20) is not met by (14) days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date might be canceled.
- The peak autumn foliage period may vary depending on weather conditions. The tour will operate regardless of the foliage conditions.
- This tour involves a lot of walking. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for walking.
- The order of the itinerary may change.
- Lunch will be served at an outdoor riverside dining area. Please dress warmly and prepare for cold weather.
Important Booking Information
Important Notes During Bus Tour
- Please refrain from drinking alcohol on the bus.
- Members of the odd-numbered group may need to share seats with other passengers on the bus.
- As stipulated by Japanese law, please wear your seat belt on the tour bus.
- Please remain seated and avoid walking while the tour bus is moving.
- Seating on the bus is assigned by H.I.S staff. Please do not change your seat during the tour.
- Please be punctual and arrive at the designated meeting place on time. The bus will depart on time and will not wait for latecomers.
- Latecomers who wish to rejoin the group will be responsible for all transportation fees. 8.Please wear the sticker provided by the tour guide visibly.
- Avoid sticking the sticker on leather goods, as it may leave marks.
- Do not use the seat reclining function or adjust the seat settings.
- Please set all electronic devices, including mobile phones and game consoles, to silent mode.
- Talking on mobile phones and making video calls are prohibited on the tour bus.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited on the tour bus.
- Arrival times at each sightseeing spot may vary depending on traffic conditions.
- The use of drones for filming or other purposes is prohibited during the tour.
- Please do not use perfume, sprays, or change baby diapers on the bus, as it may disturb other passengers.
- Manage your valuable belongings yourself.
- After the tour, please take all your trash with you and do not leave any on the bus.
- Ensure you do not forget or leave any personal belongings on the bus after the tour.
- If you fail to follow these regulations and cause a disturbance on the bus, you may be asked to leave the bus, even during the tour.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 21 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 8 ~ 20 day(s) of departure, will charge 20%
- Cancel during 2 ~ 7 day(s) of departure, will charge 30%
- Cancel on 1 day(s) before departure, will charge 40%
- Cancel on activities date, will charge 50%
