Cultural Delights of Kyoto, Osaka, and Tokyo in 25 Days Itinerary

Participate in a Kyoto Tea Ceremony in a Traditional Tea House to start your day with tranquility. Enjoy the serene atmosphere and the ritual of preparing and savoring matcha. After the ceremony, have a light breakfast at Nishiki Market.

Visit the Fushimi Inari Shrine (Fushimi Inari Taisha) and take a leisurely hike through the iconic torii gates. For lunch, indulge in a bowl of rich and flavorful ramen at Ichiraku Ramen.

Experience the enchanting Gion Geisha District Walking Tour at Night and witness the traditional art forms of Kyoto. Conclude the evening with a dinner at Izusen Shojin Ryori, known for its exquisite vegetarian cuisine.

Head to Arashiyama Park and take a stroll through the serene bamboo forest. Visit the Tenryu-ji Temple and immerse yourself in Zen tranquility. For breakfast, enjoy a traditional meal at Kyoto Gion Kiyomizu.

Participate in a Kyoto Zen Matcha Tea Ceremony with Free Refills to deepen your understanding of Zen practices. Afterward, enjoy a boat ride on the Hozu River. For lunch, try the famous burnt miso ramen at Gogyo Ramen.

Conclude the day with a visit to the Kyoto Gion Night Walking Tour and experience the mystical atmosphere of the geisha district. Have a delightful dinner at Katsukura Kyoto Station, known for its tonkatsu.

Begin your day with a guided tour of the Kyoto Imperial Palace (Kyoto Gosho) and learn about the history of the imperial family. After the tour, enjoy a traditional Japanese breakfast at Kyoto Gion Kiyomizu.

Explore the Nishiki Market and sample a variety of local snacks. In the afternoon, take a Kyoto Insider Sake Brewery Tour with Sake and Food Pairing to learn about the sake-making process. For lunch, have a bento box from one of the market stalls.

Enjoy a relaxing evening at a local izakaya, where you can try a variety of sake and small dishes. Experience the lively atmosphere of a traditional Japanese pub.