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Kyoto: Walk Through History in Shimogamo’s Sacred Woods

By DeepExperience, Inc.
Free cancellation available
Price is Rp1.331.274 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Immerse yourself in the history of Shimogamo Shrine on a guided tour
  • Discover the shrine's sacred forest, Tadasu no Mori, with a local guide
  • Learn about the shrine's significance as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Explore the shrine's grounds and see its natural springs and streams
  • Enjoy a convenient location in Kyoto, making it easy to fit into your day

Activity location

    • Kyoto
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 日本、〒606-0801 京都府京都市左京区下鴨宮河町 | Meeting point: In front of the first torii gate (Ichino-torii) of Shimogamo Shrine. Your guide will be waiting for you, holding a yellow sign that says “DeepExperience.” Please refer to the map for details.
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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Kyoto: Walk Through History in Shimogamo’s Sacred Woods

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Price details
Rp1.331.274 x 1 AdultRp1.331.274
Total
Price is Rp1.331.274
Until Mon, 11 May
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided tour of Shimogamo Shrine
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to Tadasu no Mori sacred forest
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Explanation of historical significance
  • What's includedWhat's included
    UNESCO World Heritage Site recognition
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transport to and from the shrine
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses

What you can expect

Begin your tour at the Shimogamo Shrine, a sacred site that predates Kyoto's establishment as the capital. Learn about its profound historical significance, as it was the first place where prayers were offered when Kyoto became the imperial capital.

Next, explore the shrine’s sacred forest, Tadasu no Mori. Discover a primeval forest that preserves the atmosphere of Japan’s ancient woodlands, with natural springs and clear streams flowing through its depths.

Finally, learn about the shrine’s recognition as part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Kyoto. Hear about the unique fusion of nature, religion, and culture that makes this site truly special.

Location

Activity location

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    • Kyoto
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 日本、〒606-0801 京都府京都市左京区下鴨宮河町 | Meeting point: In front of the first torii gate (Ichino-torii) of Shimogamo Shrine. Your guide will be waiting for you, holding a yellow sign that says “DeepExperience.” Please refer to the map for details.
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan