Kyoto (Kyoto Prefecture)
Begin your journey in Kyoto, exploring its timeless beauty and cultural significance.
Visit the iconic Fushimi Inari Shrine, renowned for its thousands of vermilion torii gates winding up the hillside.
Discover the elegance of Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), a Zen temple covered in gold leaf and reflected in its tranquil pond.
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove (Kyoto Prefecture)
Stroll through the serene Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, where towering bamboo stalks create a mesmerizing, otherworldly atmosphere.
Optional: Cross the Togetsukyo Bridge and explore the charming streets of the Arashiyama district, lined with shops and cafes.
Nara Deer Park (Nara Prefecture)
Travel to Nara, where you’ll visit the famous Nara Deer Park, home to hundreds of free-roaming deer.
Enjoy interacting with these gentle creatures, considered sacred messengers in Shinto tradition.
Todai-ji Temple (Nara Prefecture)
Conclude your day at Todai-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Japan’s most significant cultural landmarks.
Admire the Great Buddha statue housed in the Daibutsuden (Great Buddha Hall), the largest wooden building in the world.
