Private Tour

1 Day Hiking Tour in the Mountains of Kyoto

Overview

Available languages

English

8 hours

Mobile ticket

Step into the spiritual side of Kyoto with a guided hike through Mount Kurama a peaceful retreat where tradition and nature meet. Birthplace of reiki (a healing technique) and home to the mythical tengu, this mountain holds a magical charm that feels worlds away from the city.

Walk through serene forest paths, discover hidden temples, and soak in the calm energy of the surroundings as you make your way to the quiet mountain village of Kibune, full of scenic beauty along the way.

・Leisurely hike from Kurama to Kibune through beautiful cedar forests

・Visit sacred temples and learn about reiki and local folklore

・Experience the peaceful charm of Kyoto’s mountain countryside

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

English speaking guide

Hotel pick-up/drop-off

Public transport costs (from Central Kyoto - Kurama and back)

Shrine/Temple entry fees

Lunch

Taxi / Private Car or Bus (Available for an extra fee)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

Yuki Shrine

Yuki Shrine was actually built in central Kyoto, but in 940 AD was moved to Kurama to protect the area from mysterious evil. One of the highlights of this mountainous shrine is an 800-year-old cedar tree which towers over the shrine at 53m tall.

20 minutes • Admission Included

The mountain is known as the birthplace of the holistic healing art called Reiki. In the early 1900s, the founder of Reiki, Mikao Usui, meditated for 21 days on this mountain and received the Reiki healing energy. Mikao Usui meditated near the top of the mountain at a site called Osugi Gongen, at the site of a great sacred tree said to be an incarnation of the god Maoson. Once you reached the mountain, you can sense positive chi surrounding you. As you stepped in the front door of the temple, you feel so comfortable spiritually and energetic physically. Somehow, you can link your spirit with the mountain, to soil beneath and the sky above you. It’s an excellent meditation experience just by walking around the mountain, maze of focus roots and the trees.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

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