Kyoto History Tour: Samurai and Shogun Insights

Discover Kyoto’s history with a guided tour of Golden Pavilion and Nijo Castle. Experience samurai intrigues and Shogun power using vivid iPad visuals.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Kinkaku-ji - Northwest of Kyoto is the Golden Pavilion, also known as Kinkaku-ji, declared a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site and one of the main tourist destinations in the area. This notable temple was originally built as a villa for shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu in the 14th century, but was converted into a Zen Buddhist temple after his death….
What's Included
  • Tour conducted in English by a native speaker
  • 90-second souvenir video made by the guide
  • Photos taken and delivered via Airdrop
  • Facts explained with graphics and notes on an iPad
What's Not Included
  • Admission fees
  • Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)
Additional Information

Embark on a journey through Kyoto’s rich history with a knowledgeable and licensed guide from the city. Gain a unique perspective on the intrigues of samurai, feudal lords, and the power of the Shogun.
Experience genuine time travel by immersing yourself in the true essence of Japanese history, free from Hollywood embellishments.
With the aid of an iPad…

Location
7-Eleven Heart-In - JR Kyoto Station Central Entrance
In front of the 7 Eleven at Kyoto Station Building. Use the exit on the Kyoto Tower side.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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David_r
Aug 29, 2025
Day In Kyoto - Roberto was kind and experienced. We really enjoyed our tour and all the local knowledge of our guide.
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Mercadol344
Jun 1, 2025
50 stars - Great guide answering all questions and very flexible, without rushing. A perfect tour with all the explanations and a nice and knowledgeable guide
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Juanarturob2016
May 28, 2025
Excellent guide in Spanish - Very good guide, has a lot of knowledge, a very educated person, has very good disposition and also an Excellent person
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Martha
May 28, 2025
Excellent guide in Spanish - Roberto an excellent guide. With much knowledge of each place, it explains perfectly the historical of the place visited Very friendly and polite
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Disenhador
Feb 16, 2025
Un tour inolvidable - Our guide went above and beyond what we expected, a superguide, it is clear that he is very prepared and that he loves what he does. And it even helped us plan for the rest of the day and the next day with data that made everything easier. Thank you!
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L2591ozadriand
Jan 30, 2025
great experience - It was amazing! Roberto was there on time, he explained the culture well - he was very polite and took amazing photos for us. Very enjoyable from start to end! Highly recommed!
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From $60
up to 6 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).