[Kyoto, Ohara] A Quiet Day Tour of Kyoto's Original Landscape: Exploring Ohara Sanzen-in Temple and its Rural Culture

Set in Ohara , this relaxing tour takes you through the tranquil moss garden of Sanzen-in Temple and the peaceful lifestyle of the surrounding countryside, allowing you to connect with the relationship with nature and the spirituality that the Japanese people have cultivated.

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Kyoto's Original Landscape: A Quiet Day Tracing the Ohara Sanzen-in Temple and its Rural Culture

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Meeting point: You will meet your assigned interpreter/guide at your accommodation in Kyoto City.
After the meeting, we will travel to Ohara Sanzen-in Temple by private vehicle.
*We are flexible regarding the meeting place, so please feel free to contact us.

Ohara Sanzen-in Temple

This tour takes you away from the hustle and bustle of Kyoto to another Kyoto. Instead of Kyoto as a tourist destination, this tour explores "Kyoto as a primal landscape," where nature and faith quietly coexist. Our first stop is Ohara-Sanzen-in Temple, where you'll experience a special moment of slowed time amidst moss-covered gardens and crisp air. The space, where nature changes with the seasons and the quiet prayers of the Tendai sect harmonize, naturally soothes the soul. Afterward, we venture into the satoyama (rural landscape), experiencing the remaining rural scenery and the lives of its people. By encountering the "everyday" landscapes of Japanese people living in harmony with nature, rather than the manicured tourist scenery, you can gain a deeper understanding of the values and sensibilities rooted in this land. This tour, exploring Kyoto from two perspectives—temples and satoyama—touches upon the essence of Japan: "a culture in harmony with nature." It's a special day to immerse yourself in tranquility, enjoy time for self-reflection, and find peace of mind. The tour begins at Ohara-Sanzen-in Temple, where you'll experience a special moment of slowed time amidst moss-covered gardens and crisp, clean air. The space, where nature changes with the seasons and the quiet prayers of the Tendai sect harmonize, naturally soothes the soul. Afterwards, you'll venture into the satoyama (rural landscape), experiencing the rural scenery and the lives of the people that still remain today. By encountering the "everyday" landscapes of Japanese people who have lived in harmony with nature, rather than the landscapes that have been cultivated for tourism, you can feel the values and sensibilities rooted in this land more deeply. This tour explores Kyoto from two perspectives—temples and satoyama—to touch upon the essence of Japan: a culture that coexists with nature. It's a special day to immerse yourself in tranquility, enjoy time to reflect on yourself, and find peace of mind.

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After the sightseeing tour, you will be transported by private car to your hotel in Kyoto City or to JR Kyoto Station.
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