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Kyoto: Amanohashidate Cultural Walk, Legends, & Local Life
Product code 5605880P4
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From JPY 22,250
Dates
Available from Oct 22, 2025
Start times
12:30 PM, 11:30 AM, 10:30 AM
Travelers
Child ages 0-11, Adult ages 12-99
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Kyoto: Amanohashidate Cultural Walk, Legends, & Local Life
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Duration
5 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
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Kyoto: Amanohashidate Cultural Walk, Legends, & Local Life





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Duration
5 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Why Travelers Love This
Discover Amanohashidate, one of Japan's three most picturesque locations, on this guided tour that immerses you in its natural beauty and rich history. Choose between riding a boat across the bay and taking a cable car to the View Land or walking and cycling along the sandy bar lined with thousands of pine trees. Learn from your guide about the area's fascinating legends and history, enhancing your appreciation for this stunning site. - Explore Amanohashidate, one of Japan's scenic spots - Enjoy a guided experience with insightful commentary on local legends - Choose between scenic boat rides or active cycling and walking - Lunch By booking, you acknowledge that these optional activities are paid separately and are not grounds for refund or claim.
Overview
Discover Amanohashidate, one of Japan's three most picturesque locations, on this guided tour that immerses you in its natural beauty and rich history. Choose between riding a boat across the bay and taking a cable car to the View Land or walking and cycling along the sandy bar lined with thousands of pine trees. Learn from your guide about the area's fascinating legends and history, enhancing your appreciation for this stunning site. - Explore Amanohashidate, one of Japan's scenic spots - Enjoy a guided experience with insightful commentary on local legends - Choose between scenic boat rides or active cycling and walking - Lunch By booking, you acknowledge that these optional activities are paid separately and are not grounds for refund or claim.
What's Included
Included
Kasamatsu park and boat cruise fee
Lunch
Not included
No exclusions listed.
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
We will be waiting for you at the Amanohashidate station Please be aware that the boat ride and Kasamatsu Park entrance fees are not included in this experience. Guests are responsible for covering these costs on-site.
End point
Train Station of Amanohashidate
We will return to Chionji Temple after exploring the Amanohashidate sandbar and end the tour there. Of course, the guide can escort you to the nearest train station, bus stop, or your booked hotel.
Itinerary
Stop 1
20 minutes
Stop 1
One of the three great temples in Japan dedicated to Monju Bodhisattva (Wisdom Deity). Believed that you can gain wisdom or inspiration by visiting the temple so many Students, Scholars & Researchers, Poets and writers, Artists and Creators, Martial artists, Business and Entrepreneurs, Spiritual seekers, Teachers and Mentors. has many old painting including the 300 year old painting of Heaven and Hell.
Stop 2
10 minutes
Stop 2
Two story pagoda A rare Muromachi‑period two‑story pagoda, the only one of its kind in the Tango region. Golden Pavilion gate or Sanmon gate A grand, two‑story “Golden Court” gate that radiates dignity at the temple’s entrance.
Stop 3
1 hour
Stop 3
Experience one of Japan’s top three scenic views. Discover the breathtaking beauty of Amanohashidate sandbar, often called the “Stairway to Heaven.” You can either stroll across the iconic sandbar or take a boat to the opposite shore, then ascend to Kasamatsu Park for a stunning panoramic view from above.
Stop 4
30 minutes
Stop 4
Motoise Kono Jinja is an ancient shrine in northern Kyoto, known as the "former Ise" because it was the original dwelling for the sun goddess Amaterasu and the agricultural deity Toyouke before they were moved to the main Ise Jingu Shrine in Mie Prefecture. Former home of the Sun goddess Amaterasu & the Agricultural Deity Toyouke Five color Suedama Origin of Ise Shrine Highest-Ranking shrine (Nara period) Holds oldest national treasure (imperial lineage back to ancient deities) Shinmei-zukuri style Tranquil Environment Suikinkutsu - an underground cave that produces beautiful musical tones from dripping water, can be found on the grounds. (said to be used as a zen type meditation to clear negative energy from the body)
Stop 5
1 hourAdmission not included
Stop 5
Kasamatsu Park is a scenic park in Kyoto Prefecture, Japan, offering breathtaking views of the Amanohashidate sandbar, one of Japan's Three Scenic Views. Perched at an elevation of 130 meters, it is known for the "Rising Dragon View" of Amanohashidate and the tradition of "Matanozoki", where visitors view the landscape upside down by looking between their legs. The park features viewpoints, a restaurant, and is accessible by a chairlift or cable car.
Additional Info
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Policy type
All Sales Final
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0+ days before
