- Shirakawago, the world's most beautiful village in Japan.
- After buffet breakfast at hotel, check out and drive to Shirakawago village in Japan. Shirakawago is a small and very beautiful village located in Ōno District, Japan. It is best known for being the site of Shirakawa-gō, a small, traditional village showcasing a building style known as gasshō-zukuri and it is one of UNESCO's World Heritage Site.
- Upon arrival in Shirakawagowe we hiked up to the viewpoint, strolled around the quaint little streets and along the small rice fields of Shirakawa-go village. You will get a chance to visit one more than 250 years old house in the village, Wada House. The Wada house is said to have been built in the mid-Edo period (1603-1868) and it also serves as a residence now. The lacquer ware and sericulture tools, manuscripts, etc. that were used in the Wada house are on display.The fireplace that is lit all year round is a great photo opportunity point, and you can also relax there. Here most of the farmhouses are separated from one another by plots of cultivated land and mostly constructed between the end of the Edo period and the end of the Meiji period. i.e. early 19th to early 20th century. All the ridges of these Gassho-style houses are aligned parallel to the Sho River, thus creating a unified and attractive village scene.
- After lunch we will transfer to Kyoto . Kyoto, once the capital of Japan, is a city on the island of Honshu. It's famous for its numerous classical Buddhist temples, as well as gardens, imperial palaces, Shinto shrines and traditional wooden houses. It’s also known for formal traditions such as kaiseki dining, consisting of multiple courses of precise dishes, and geisha, female entertainers often found in the Gion district.
- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is one of Japan’s most incredible sights.
- On the way we visit Arashiyama, a pleasant, touristy district in the western outskirts of Kyoto. The area has been a popular destination since the Heian Period (794-1185), when nobles would enjoy its natural setting. Arashiyama is particularly popular during fall color season. Here we visit the Arashiyama Bamboo forest. Located about 7km west of downtown Kyoto, Arashiyama is one of Kyoto’s most popular sightseeing districts. The heart of the district is the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, a mesmerizing grove of thousands of tall bamboo plants. A paved walkway runs through the middle of both sections, forming the famous “Bamboo Alley,” one of Kyoto’s most photographed sights. The combined length is about 500 meters, and the grove is about 140 meters wide. Many people wonder about the meaning or purpose of the bamboo grove. As a matter of fact, it’s merely decorative. Arashiyama has been a favorite location of imperial and noble villas and temples from the days of classical Japan.
- Visit Togetsukyo bridge
- Later transfer to the Arashiyama region, where cherry trees turn the eponymous mountain a patchwork of pink and green. This view, with the Togetsukyo bridge in the foreground, is one of the most famous vistas in Japan. Cherry trees also line the Katsuragawa river and more can be found in Nakanoshima Park on the western riverbank. Consider stopping in at the nearby Tenryu-ji Temple—a World Heritage site famous for its beautiful garden, which includes about 200 cherry trees. The Togetsukyo Bridge is Arashiyama's most iconic landmark. Built over Kyoto’s former commerce center along the Oi River– which literally translates to “Moon-Crossing Bridge” – is Arashiyama’s scenic landmark straight from a ukiyo-e painting. The poetic name was in fact inspired by Emperor Kameyama, who witnessed a luminous moon rising above the upper reaches of the river, appearing as though the moon itself was crossing the bridge. We proceed to The very famous Gion Cornder Maiko Lady Show - “Grace of Gion”.
- Gion Cornder Maiko Lady Show - Grace of Gion
- This show provides a great opportunity to enjoy traditional performing arts on one stage. The Maiko show at Gion Corner in Kyoto offers a rare and immersive experience into traditional Japanese performing arts. This show features a series of cultural performances, including the graceful Kyo-Mai dance by Maiko, , flower arranging (Ikebana), Kyogen theater, and traditional musical performances.Set in Kyoto’s historic Gion district, the performance showcases the elegance and skills of Maiko, giving audiences a glimpse into Japan's cultural heritage. Perfect for visitors interested in traditional Japanese arts, it is a unique opportunity to witness the beauty and grace of Maiko in an intimate setting. Later proceed to Hotel in Kyoto.
- Overnight stay : Kyoto Century Hotel or Similar in Kyoto
- Meals : Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
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