May. 31, 2023 UPDATE
Zen Garden Walking Tour by a gardener - includes 2 temples and green tea
- 庭師の解説で巡る日本庭園ツアー -Traveler Friendly
We will explain about Japanese gardens as clearly as possible, using materials in English.
Information
English
Languages spoken
English
PeriodJune 23 and 27, 2023
VenueNanzen-ji Temple
Story & Recommendation
Tour to learn the basics of Japanese Karesansui gardens
This is a tour led by a guide from Sharing Kyoto staff. If you would like to participate, please apply here ■ Overview
This tour includes an explanation of Japanese gardens by a gardener who is familiar with Japanese gardens in Kyoto!We will be visiting two very famous temples in Kyoto, Nanzenji Temple and Konchi-in Temple.
Enjoy learning about Japanese gardens with a gardener who can help you understand more than just looking at them!
■ What's Included
◎ Temple admission fee
◎ Matcha green tea and Japanese sweets
◎ Commentary by the gardener
× Transportation costs
× Hotel meet-up
■ Price
￥20,000 per person (Tax included)
■ What To Expect
13：00 | Meet in front of Nanzen-ji Sanmon Gate.
13：10 | Explanation of the garden while walking around Nanzenji temple (70 min)
14 : 20 | Time to ask questions to the gardener over a cup of Matcha green tea（30 min）
14：50 | Move to Konchi-in Temple (10 min）
15：00 | Explanation of the garden while walking around Konchi-in temple (60 min)
16：00 | Tour ends and participants disperse at the site
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Sharing Kyoto Staff
Details
Event time
13:00 - 16:00
*Please gather in front of the Sanmon Gate of Nanzenji Temple 10 minutes before the start of the event.
Cancellations
Cancellation Charges：
Free of charge until 7 days before the event date (50% until 6~3 days before, 100% within 2 days before)
Price range
￥20,000
*Includes admission fee, food and beverage, etc.
*Per person ／ Tax included ／ Payment to be made on-site
Credit cards
Not accepted. Cash only.
You will receive a pamphlet that gives an overview of Japanese gardens and explains the characteristics of each period!
