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Easy Day Trips from Japan's Major Cities

Kyoto OKOSHI Sightseeing Bus Tour Options

Half-Day Kyoto Temple Tour

Maiko Dance, Takagamine Shozan Garden & Kyoto Night View

(~Nov 14) Sagano Romantic Train and Hozugawa River Boat Ride

(Nov 15~Dec) Sagano Romantic Train and Hozugawa River Boat Ride

Overview

Kyoto OKOSHI Bus Tours: Explore Temples, Scenic Rides, and Cultural Experiences.

Discover Kyoto's rich heritage and breathtaking scenery with a range of OKOSHI Bus Tours. Choose from half-day temple visits, or comprehensive day tours showcasing Kyoto's most iconic sites and cultural experiences. Each tour offers multilingual audio guides and a comfortable travel experience.

[Available courses]
1. Half-Day Kyoto Temple Tour
Ideal for first-time visitors wanting to see Kyoto’s highlights in a short time.
  • Visit three World Heritage Sites.
  • Ideal for first-time Kyoto visitors.
  • Free time around Kiyomizudera for lunch and shopping.
Availability
  • Every day
Included
  • 5-hour bus tour
  • Local guide (Japanese only)
  • Admission fee (Kinkakji, Ginkakuji, Kiyomizudera)
  • On-board audio guide (English, Chinese, Korean)
Excluded
  • Lunch
  • Other personal expenses
AttractionsKinkakuji:
Also known as the Golden Pavilion, Kinkakuji is a stunning Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto, famous for its top two floors covered in gold leaf, reflecting beautifully on the surrounding pond.

Ginkakuji:
The Silver Pavilion, Ginkakuji is a Zen temple in Kyoto known for its serene gardens and understated architecture, originally intended to be covered in silver, though it was never completed.

Kiyomizudera:
Kiyomizudera is a historic temple in Kyoto, renowned for its large wooden stage that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding cherry and maple trees, especially during the spring and fall seasons.
OKOSHI Bus half-day bus tour


2. Kyoto 1 Day Tour
See Kyoto’s top attractions in one day, including Tenryu-ji Temple, Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Kinkaku-ji Temple, and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, with ample free time for exploration.
  • Comprehensive tour of Kyoto’s major landmarks.
  • Flexible schedule with free time in Arashiyama.
  • Multilingual audio guides available.
Availability
  • Sun, Mon, Wed, and Fri (Mar ~ May)
  • Sun, Wed, and Sat (June ~ July)
  • Sun & Sat (Aug ~ Sept)
Included
  • 6.5-hour bus tour
  • Local guide (Japanese only)
  • Admission fee (Tenryuji, Kinkaku-ji)
  • On-board audio guide (English, Chinese, Korean)
Excluded
  • Lunch
  • Other personal expenses
AttractionsTenryuji, Bamboo Grove, and Arashiyama:
Tenryuji, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a Zen temple with stunning gardens in the heart of Arashiyama. Nearby, the famous bamboo grove offers a serene, otherworldly walking experience through towering bamboo stalks, while Arashiyama itself is known for its natural beauty and cultural attractions.

Kinkakuji:
Also known as the Golden Pavilion, Kinkakuji is a stunning Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto, famous for its top two floors covered in gold leaf, reflecting beautifully on the surrounding pond.

Fushimi Inari Shrine:
One of Japan's most iconic Shinto shrines, known for its thousands of vermilion torii gates that form picturesque pathways up the sacred Mount Inari, offering spiritual significance and scenic beauty.
Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine and Arashiyama Bamboo Grove in the fall.


3. Maiko Dance, Takagamine Shozan Garden & Kyoto Night View
Enjoy an evening of traditional Kyoto culture with Maiko dance performances, a Kaiseki dinner, and a night view from Higashiyama Mountain.
  • Enjoy a traditional Maiko dance and dinner.
  • Free time in Shozan's garden.
  • Scenic night view of Kyoto.
Availability
  • Fri & Sat (Jun ~ Sept)
  • Wed, Fri, and Sat (Oct 1~Nov 12, Dec 10~13)
Included
  • 3.5-hour bus tour
  • Local guide (Japanese only)
  • Maiko dance, garden entrance fee
  • Dinner (Kaiseki-style Kyoto cuisine at Shozan Resort)
  • On-board audio guide (English, Chinese, Korean)
Excluded
  • Drink
  • Other personal expenses
AttractionsShozan Resort:
Enjoy Kaiseki-style Kyoto cuisine while watching a traditional Kyoto dance by a Maiko, followed by free time in Shozan's garden and a photo opportunity with the Maiko after the performance.

Night View from Mount Higashiyama:
A stunning panoramic view of Kyoto's illuminated cityscape, offering a peaceful and romantic atmosphere at night.
Maiko traditional dance and a kaiseki dinner

4. Sagano Romantic Train and Hozugawa River Boat Ride
Enjoy the famous "Sagano Romantic Train" and "Hozugawa tour" in one day.
  • Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Hozugawa Valley in each season.
  • Boat ride from Tamba Kameoka to Arashiyama.
  • Explore the many temples and famous spots in Sagano and Arashiyama.
Availability
  • Aug 20~Oct 22: Every day except Wed, plus additional dates
  • Oct 23~Dec 7: Every day
Included
  • 7.5-hour bus tour
  • Local guide (Japanese only)
  • Sagano Romantic Train (one way)
  • Boat ride
  • On-board audio guide (English, Chinese, Korean)
Excluded
  • Drink
  • Other personal expenses
AttractionsSagano Romantic Train:
On the sightseeing train, you can enjoy the beauty of the Hozugawa valley, the cherry blossoms and greenery in spring, the Cicada rain and the murmuring of the stream in summer, and the red leaves in autumn.

Hozugawa River Boat Ride:
Enjoy a 100-minute thrilling boat ride down a mountain stream of about 16km from Tamba Kameoka to Kyoto's scenic Arashiyama.
  • If the boat ride is cancelled due to a rise in the river's water level, an alternative course will be offered.
  • Please note that the Hozugawa River Boat may not operate due to local or weather conditions. Please refer to the official website to for the latest availability.
  • There are restrictions on participation, so please check in advance.

Walk around Arashiyama:
There are many temples and famous places in Sagano and Arashiyama, which are scenic spots that attract people by changing colors in spring, summer, autumn, and winter.

5. Sky Bus Kyoto Open-top Drive Round Tour
Take a 1-hour open-top bus tour around Kyoto’s highlights, including temples, gardens, and historical landmarks.
- Open-top bus for panoramic city views.
- Visit key Kyoto landmarks.
- Multilingual audio guides available.
AvailabilityEvery day
Included - 1-hour bus tour
- Local guide (Japanese only)
- On-board audio guide (English, Chinese, Korean)
Excluded - Other personal expenses
AttractionsPass by major landmarks:
- Nishi Honganji Temple
- Nijo Castle
- Reizei Family House
- Kyoto Gyoen National Garden
- Kamo Ohashi Bridge
- Lake Biwa Canal
- Heian Shrine Otorii
- Shoren-in Temple
- Chion-in Sanmon Gate
- Yasaka Shrine
- Kyoto Minamiza Theatre
- Kyoto Tower

Harga

OptionPriceIncludedIncluded
Half-Day Kyoto Temple Tour
Adult (12 yrs~)
Child (6~11 yrs)
- 5-hour bus tour
- Local guide (Japanese only)
- Admission fee (Kinkak-ji, Ginkakuji, Kiyomizudera)
- On-board audio guide (English, Chinese, Korean)
Maiko Dance, Takagamine Shozan Garden & Kyoto Night View
Adult (12 yrs~)
Child (6~11 yrs)
- 3.5-hour bus tour
- Local guide (Japanese only)
- Maiko dance, garden entrance fee
- Dinner (Kaiseki-style Kyoto cuisine at Shozan Resort)
- On-board audio guide (English, Chinese, Korean)
(~Nov 14) Sagano Romantic Train and Hozugawa River Boat Ride
Adult (12 yrs~)
Child (6~11 yrs)
- 7~8 hour bus tour
- Local guide (Japanese only)
- Sagano Romantic Train (one way)
- Boat ride
- On-board audio guide (English, Chinese, Korean)
(Nov 15~Dec) Sagano Romantic Train and Hozugawa River Boat Ride
Adult (12 yrs~)
Child (6~11 yrs)
- 7~8 hour bus tour
- Local guide (Japanese only)
- Sagano Romantic Train (one way)
- Boat ride
- On-board audio guide (English, Chinese, Korean)

  • Please arrive at least 20 minutes before departure. Show your voucher, either on a mobile device or as a printed paper, to exchange for boarding tickets. Please arrive with extra time to exchange the ticket. You cannot board the bus with a mobile or a paper voucher.
  • Adult rates apply to junior high school students and older. Elementary school students should be booked under the child rate.
  • Children under elementary school age travel for free, but seats and meals are not included. Please reserve a seat for children who need a separate seat.
  • Please be aware that even if a child does not have a reserved seat, you may still be required to pay a separate meal fee at the restaurant for meal options that include a buffet.

[About on-board audio guide]
  • The tour includes a GPS multi-language (English, Chinese, Korean) earphone guide. You can select your preferred language channel, but the device only receives signals on the bus. Do not remove it from the bus to avoid loss, and remember to return the guide at the end of the tour.

[Discounts available for courses including Arashiyama]
For Sagano Romantic Train and Hozugawa River Boat Ride Course / Kyoto 1 Day Tour Course
  • Discounts on admission to Arashiyama Music Box Museum
  • Discounts on rickshaw rides/yakata bune
  • Discounts on footbath
  • Discount prices for meals, drinks, and shopping

Itinerary

1. Half-Day Kyoto Temple Tour
9:10am / 1:10pm
Meet at JR Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit Kyoto Sightseeing OKOSHI Bus
9:30am / 1:30pm
Depart from JR Kyoto Station
Kinkakuji (40 min)
Ginkakuji (45 min)
Kiyomizudera (120 min)
- Lunch on your own
2:35pm / 5:45pm
Arrive at Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit Kyoto Sightseeing OKOSHI Bus Terminal
  • The itinerary is subject to change depending on local/traffic/weather conditions.
9:40
Meet at JR Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit Kyoto Sightseeing OKOSHI Bus
10:00
Depart from JR Kyoto Station
Stroll around Tenryu-ji Temple, Bamboo grove and Arashiyama (140 min)
- Have lunch around Arashiyama and visit the Tenryu-ji Garden on your own (Admission fee included)
Kinkakuji (40 min)
4:25pm
Arrive at Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit Kyoto Sightseeing OKOSHI Bus
  • The itinerary is subject to change depending on local/traffic/weather conditions.
5:10pm
Meet at JR Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit Kyoto Sightseeing OKOSHI Bus
5:30pm
Depart from JR Kyoto Station
Shozan Resort (90 min)
Night View Mt Higashiyama (10 min)
8:45pm
Arrive at Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit Kyoto Sightseeing OKOSHI Bus

*Drop off available at following hotels:
- Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
- RIHGA Royal Hotel Kyoto
- Hotel Keihan Kyoto Grande
Please let the tour guide know in advance on the return bus.
  • The itinerary is subject to change depending on local/traffic/weather conditions.
  • For those whose accommodations are near Kyoto Station or Nidec Kyoto Tower, dropping off at Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit will be more convenient.
8:40am
Meet at JR Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit Kyoto Sightseeing OKOSHI Bus
9:00am
Depart from JR Kyoto Station
Walk around Arashiyama (120 minutes)
3:45pm
Arrive at Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit Kyoto Sightseeing OKOSHI Bus
  • The itinerary is subject to change depending on local/traffic/weather conditions.
  • If the boat ride is cancelled due to a rise in the river's water level, an alternative course will be offered.
  • Please note that the Hozugawa River Boat may not operate due to local or weather conditions. Please refer to the official website to for the latest availability.

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Cancellation policy

All times are based on Korea Standard Time (KST) (GMT + 9 hours)
8 days before the reserved date: 100% Refund
2~7 days before the reserved date: Refundable with a cancellation fee of 100 Yen
Less than 2 days before the reserved date: Non-refundable

FAQ

The Kyoto OKOSHI Sightseeing Bus Tour is a convenient and efficient way to see Kyoto's most famous attractions. It's a bus tour with a set itinerary that takes you to multiple popular sites in a single day, eliminating the need to navigate public transportation yourself.
The Kyoto OKOSHI Sightseeing Bus offers a variety of themed courses, including:
- Half-day Kyoto Temple Tour
- Kyoto 1 Day Tour
- Maiko Dance, Takagamine Shozan Garden & Kyoto Night View
- Sagano Romantic Train and Hozugawa River Boat Ride
- Sky Bus Kyoto Drive Round Tour
No, the Kyoto OKOSHI Sightseeing Bus is not a hop-on, hop-off service. It follows a fixed, pre-planned itinerary with a specific schedule.
Yes, there is a Japanese-speaking guide on board. For the benefit of international travelers, the bus is also equipped with an on-board audio guide that provides commentary in English, Chinese, and Korean.
The main meeting and departure point for the Kyoto OKOSHI Sightseeing Bus Tour is at the JR Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit at the Kyoto Sightseeing OKOSHI Bus Terminal. Please arrive at least 20 minutes before departure. Show your voucher, either on a mobile device or as a printed paper, to exchange for boarding tickets.

Destinasi

JR Kyoto Station

Address: Kyoto Station, Kyoto, Japan

Kinkakuji

Address: 1 Kinkakujichō, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8361, Japan

Ginkakuji

Address: 2 Ginkakujichō, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8402, Japan

Kiyomizudera

Address: 1-chōme-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0862, Japan

Sagano Romantic Train

Address: Japan, 〒616-8373 Kyoto, Ukyo Ward, Sagatenryūji Kurumamichichō, 11−1

Hozugawa River Boat Ride

Address: Shimojima-21-1 Oiwakecho, Kameoka, Kyoto 621-0804, Japan

Arashiyama

Address: XW9P+Q8 Izu, Shizuoka, Japan

Fushimi Inari Shrine

Address: 45 Fukakusa Kaidoguchichō, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, 612-0805, Japan

Shozan Resort

Address: 47 Kinugasa Kagamiishichō, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8451, Japan

Unryu-in Temple

Address: 36 Sennyūji Yamanouchichō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0977, Japan

Kanga-an

Address: 278 Shingoryōguchichō, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8146, Japan

Nijo Castle

Address: 541 Nijōjōchō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8301, Japan

Toei Kyoto Studio Park

Address: 10番地 Uzumasa Higashihachiokachō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8161, Japan

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