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World Heritages in Kyoto
Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa is just 30-min away from Kyoto station.
Come and be amazed by Kyoto, featured with a huge number of world heritage and scenic spots.
Premium tour
Riverte Kyoto Kamogawa has partnered with a travel agency to offer various Japanese culture experience tours and private custom tours.
For example, make your own Kyoto Traditional ceramic -KIYOMIZUYAKI- under the guidance of an expert, experience a traditional tea ceremony, watch Kabuki, etc. Stay at our hotel for a special experience.
Advance reservations are required for tours, so please contact the hotel reception by email.
More info below : info@hotel-rivertekyoto.com
Kyoto Private and Custom one-day tour : Highlights and Hidden Gems
Time09:00-12:00 (3 hours (approx.))
Price¥6,000
※ Per Person（3 hours） ／ Tax included
※ Admission and experience fees are required separately
※ Free cancellation（Up to 24 hours in advance）
・Private tour. Only you and your host
・Pickup from select hotels
・Offered in: English
・The start time and duration of the tour can be changed
（6 hours 12,000 yen / 8 hours 15,000 yen)
This is a private tour of Kyoto's highlights and hidden gems with a local guide. Explore the historic city of Kyoto with a local guide and get a unique experience that wouldn't be possible to find in a guidebook itinerary！
・Customize your itinerary according to your interests and preferences, and get a deeper insight into Kyoto's culture from a knowledgeable guide
・Experience the real history and culture of Kyoto with a local guide
・Meet your guide at your hotel or another place of your choice
・ A private and personalized experience
・ 3, 6, or 8 hours with your host - Just pick your preferred duration when booking
・ Walking experience
(if requested, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
・ Hotel meet-up
・ Food and drinks
・ Tickets to any attractions and transportation costs
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request a pickup.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
・Once you have booked your experience, we will contact you in order to finalize the meeting point details with you
・We can arrange pick-up from hotels and other locations in the city center
・Your meeting point must be confirmed and agreed upon by the experience's planners in advance
・This is a walking experience. If you need a private vehicle please get in touch with our team for details and costs
If you have any questions, please contact hotel reception at
E-mail info@hotel-rivertekyoto.com
Kyoto Traditional Crafts Experience and Tour
(: Make your own ceramics under an expert's guidance)
Time13:00-15:30 (2.5h)
Price¥10,000
※ Per Group ／ Tax included
※ A separate admission and experience fee of 4,200 yen per person is required for the two locations
・Pivate tour. Only you and your host
・Offered in: English
・Local meeting and local breakup
・Start time can be changed（9:00／10:00／13:00／14:00）
In this tour, you can experience the traditional ceramic culture of Kyoto！
＜Sample places to visit＞
・At Zuiko Kiln
：near Yasaka Pagoda (temple tower), you can make your own original Kiyomizu ware under the guidance of a craftsman
・Kiyomizu Sannenzaka Museum
：a guide will explain the history, technique, and the relationship between Kiyomizu ware and Japanese culture in detail
・Kyoto Ceramic Hall
：you can find a variety of Kyoto ceramics, and you can admire many works,find your favorite item, and buy it as a souvenir
Local guides who are familiar with Kyoto's culture and history will accompany you
13：00 Meet at Yasaka Pagoda (temple tower) and start the tour
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13：05 Creation of original Kiyomizuyaki ceramics at Zuikogama
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13：50 Depart from Zuikogama
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14：05 Arrive at Kiyomizu Sannenzaka Museum and receive a guided tour
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14：50 Depart from Kiyomizu Sannenzaka Museum
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15：00 Arrive at Kyoto Ceramic Center and look for souvenirs
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15：30 End of the tour (The tour ends on site)
・ Expert guide to Kyoto's history and culture
・ Walking experience
・ Transportation costs
・ Hotel meet-up
・ Food and drinks
・ Shipping costs to have your work baked and sent to your home.
This varies depending on quantity and other factors, please click here for details.
https://www.taiken-kiyomizu.com/en/
If you have any questions, please contact hotel reception at
E-mail info@hotel-rivertekyoto.com
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Kamigamo Jinja shrine
Approx. 10 mins by car from our hotelSee route
The oldest shrine in Kyoto. It’s dedicated to worship guardians to drive away bad luck via the power of thunder. A festival called “Aoimatsuri Festival” is held in every May.
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Shimogamo Shrine
Approx. 5 mins walk from our hotelSee route
Shimogamo Shrine, with woods sprung up around and the magnificent nature.
One of the oldest shrines in Kyoto, famous for “Aoimatsuri Festival”, one of the 3 biggest festa of Kyoto. Through the bright reddish Torii gates is a huge tower with the main hall at the back.
Kamogawa Delta
Approx. 5 mins walk from our hotelSee route
The delta of Kamogawa. The splashes and its sounds are the salve for your senses.
Old Mitsui residence, Shimogamo villa
Approx. 5 mins walk from our hotelSee route
A villa of the old Mitsui residence established in 1925. The garden in front of the main block is simply amazing.
Nijo Castle
Approx. 15 mins by car from our hotelSee route
A castled constructed by Ieyasu Tokugawa with highlights include the hallway with natural sound effects while walking through and many other important cultural treasures.
Gion
Approx. 10 mins by car from our hotel
You might encounter some fabulous maiko traditional dancers! There are also lots of popular temples, stores, and confectionaries.
Temple of Shining
Mercy (Jishoji),
Temple of the Silver Pavilion (Ginkakuji)
Approx. 10 mins by car from our hotelSee route
Jishoji is commonly known as “Temple of the Silver Pavilion (Ginkakuji)”, which is absolutely thought-provoking.
Rokuonji (Kinkakuji)
Approx. 15 mins by car from our hotelSee route
Remodeled in 1397. The splendid golden pavilion and its reflection on water is breath-taking.
Yasakajinja shrine
Approx. 15 mins by car from our hotelSee route
The shrine is nationwide famous for its “love spiritual spot” and national important cultural asset “Nishiromon”.
Toji Temple
Approx. 20 mins by car from our hotelSee route
Haven been established for about 1,200 years.
Offering a lot of cultural assets to see like sacred Buddha statues and the famous five-storey tower.
Toei Kyoto Studio Park
Approx. 20 mins by car from our hotelSee route
A theme park with Ninja workshops and many other fun attractions. The historical drama shooting spot is popular and Instagrammable.
Kiyomizu Temple
Approx. 20 mins by car from our hotelSee route
The Kiyomizu temple stage is definitely famous, while the main hall (national treasure) and the Otowa waterfalls are also highlights of the spots.
Kyoto Tower
Approx. 20 mins by car from our hotelSee route
The tower is 131m high, and it’s the symbol of Kyoto. From above the 100m high panoramic observatory deck, try your hand at spotting Kyoto’s iconic landmarks.
Kyoto Aquarium
Approx. 25 mins by car from our hotelSee route
Encounter over 5,000 jellyfish in 20 species (top class in west Japan) and be amazed by the dolphin show.
Kyoto Railway Museum
Approx. 25 mins by car from our hotelSee route
The largest railway museum in Japan, the stunning spot for visitors from all age groups.
Kifunejinja Shrine
Approx. 25 mins by car from our hotelSee route
A spiritual spot famous for power of love among ladies since the ancient time. Enjoy the picturesque sceneries in any of the four seasons.
Kuramadera Temple
Approx. 25 mins by car from our hotelSee route
Top-ranked spiritual spot in Kyoto.
Wander around in its splendid mountain or take the cable car to reach the holy temple.
Fushimi Inari-taisha
Approx. 30 mins by car from our hotelSee route
The approach with “thousand torii gates” with lots of bright red torii gates is a world famous tourist site.
Togetsu Bridge
Approx. 30 mins by car from our hotelSee route
The symbol of Arashiyama. Indulge in the breath-taking views at the back of Arashiyama and be amazed by the splendid sceneries of the flour seasons, such as the pinkish cherry blossoms and the red leaves in fall.
Enryakuji Temple, Mt. Hieizan
Approx. 35 mins by car from our hotelSee route
Mt. Hieizan is a mountain with an altitude of 848m, and it is a vast temple itself. In fall, the sea of red leaves is simply breath-taking.
Arashiyama
Approx. 40 mins by car from our hotelSee route
The most popular area in Kyoto. You will indisputably love walking through the world heritage with nature and experience the inner beauty of the historic city.
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Demachi Futaba
Approx. 2 mins walk from our hotelSee route
“Nadai bean confection” from the famous brand “Demachi Futaba”, the top-class, old confectionary brand always filled shoppers, especially over the weekend.
Coffee House Maki
Approx. 1 mins walk from our hotelSee route
The “morning set” with a hollowed plain bread as the set bowl is highly recommended.
Kokyu
Approx. 1 mins walk from our hotelSee route
Savour an array of nice cuisine prepared with the finest ingredient of the season right across from our hotel.
Shimogamo Gonzo
Approx. 2 mins walk from our hotelSee route
A gourmet boutique famous for its "Curry Udon"- with premium broth and an original blend of curry powder.
Charcoal grills- Toritaka
Approx. 4 mins walk from our hotelSee route
A chick grill restaurant with 11 counter seats.
Warm your stomach and your heart here at our hotel’s high recommendation.
Shimogamo Teahouse
Approx. 10 mins walk from our hotelSee route
Founded in 1856, a historic restaurant serving Kyoto cuisine-authentic Kaiseki course meal made with the famous Kyoto vegetables.
Rokusou
Approx. 8 mins walk from our hotelSee route
The young owner, who has spent many years training at famous restaurants in Tokyo and Kyoto, serves Kyoto-style Italian cuisine that makes use of seasonal ingredients. This is a restaurant recommended by hotels that you want to visit every month, where you can enjoy a special menu that changes every month. Due to availability of ingredients, please make reservations at least one day in advance.
Shimogamo Daitoryu
Approx. 3 mins walk from our hotelSee route
A popular restaurant with many local customers. You can enjoy delicious Chinese food and grilled meat at reasonable prices. It can be used easily even by one person.
Japanese-style meal Nishizawa
Approx. 6 mins walk from our hotelSee route
This is a recommended restaurant where you can enjoy delicious seasonal Japanese food at an affordable price.
The owner is a chef who trained at a long-established restaurant and served as head chef at a popular restaurant for over 30 years, and the friendly proprietress will welcome you. You can enjoy it without any hesitation even if you are alone.
épice
Approx. 7 mins walk from our hotelSee route
A quaint store housed in a renovated 100-year-old traditional house. The vegetables that are grown with love and the skills of our chefs are beautiful to look at and taste beyond imagination. You can enjoy French cuisine with vegetables as the main course, which changes monthly.
Kyoto Kaiseki Fucha Cuisine, name not disclosed
This is a temple where you can enjoy vegetarian cuisine while looking out at a fantastic garden. We want our special guests to enjoy the restaurant quietly, so we will only reveal the restaurant name and location to our guests.
Lion Kitchen
Approx. 4 mins walk from our hotelSee route
This is a recommended Western restaurant located in the Demachi Masugata shopping street where you can easily enjoy delicious food. In addition to the recommended hamburgers, you can also enjoy rice gratin, locomoco, curry, and more. You can also take it home, so you can enjoy it in your room.
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Held in August
Gozan no Okuribi
Gozan no Okuribi is held on 16th August every year in Kyoto as a summer classic. With spectacular Japanese characters and Torii gate in night mountain.
Held in MayAoimatsuri Festival
Approx. 5 mins walk from our hotelSee route
It is a festival of Shimogamo Shrine and Kamigamo Shrine that started about 1,500 years ago. The highlight is a parade with case in Heian costume walking about 8km.
Held in June- JulyHydrangea Festival
Approx. 30 mins by car from our hotelSee route
Ohara Sanzenin is a famous hydrangea spot in Kyoto with approx.3,000 flowers in full bloom.
Held in JulyGion Festival
Approx. 15 mins by car from our hotelSee route
One of the e big festivals in Japan. This festival at Yasaka Shrine is the representation of Kyoto’s history for over 1,100 years. The yamahoko (portable shrine) is simply impressive.
Held in OctoberJidai Matsuri ("Festival of the Ages")
Approx. 10 mins by car from our hotelSee route
Heian Shrine Festival held on October 22 every year. Starting with the sounds of flutes and drums, the long procession with about 2,000 people spread out in 2 km.
Useful links for sightseeing
| Kyoto tourism Navi | https://kyoto.travel/en/ |
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| Kyoto artisan concierge | https://www.kyotoartisans.jp/en/ |
| Kyoto traditional industries | https://densan.kyoto/ |
