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Private Night-tour at Kiyomizu-dera Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Concept A luxurious way to enjoy a spectacular night view of a World Heritage site - we will show you to a private evening tour at Kiyomizu-dera Temple. 50 participants can join the tour, privately reserved just for Kyoto Brighton Hotel. After enjoying dinner at one of our four restaurants, we will take you to the only-one special tour, where you can print the beautifully illuminated cherry blossoms both in your minds and in your cameras.
Tour Date April 1st, 2024
Privately reserved for Kyoto Brighton Hotel
50 guestsWhat's Included - one-night stay on the tour date, tax
- dinner (Dinner & Breakfast plan only / Traditional Japanese Cuisine, Teppanyaki, Chinese, or Western style)
- breakfast (Japanese set menu or Western buffet)
- transportation between hotel and destination
- welcome drink
- goshuin stamp (Red ink stamp)
Notes - Tour schedule may be changed or canceled, due to bad weather, etc.
- Please be aware that the tour may include areas with steps, slopes and gravel paths.
Enjoy the Spectacular Night View
The temple offers a stunning cityscape of Kyoto, especially beautiful in the evening. Don’t miss the chance to reach the outstanding panoramic view of the city.
Make the most of it
Being one of the most famous World Heritage sites in Kyoto, the temple is usually full with people while open to the public. This small group private tour will allow you to enjoy its atmosphere in peace.
Delicious Dinner at 4 Restaurants (Dinner & Breakfast plan only)
Enjoy the wide range of dinner, where you can choose from Traditional Japanese Cuisine, Teppanyaki, Chinese, or Western style.
17:00 Dinner at hotel (to be chosen from 4 restaurants)
＊Dinner ＆ Breakfast plan only19:15 Departure from hotel (by van type taxi) 19:45 Arrival at Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Explore the night view with beautiful autumn leaves21:00 Departure from Kiyomizu-dera Temple (by van type taxi) 21:30 Back to hotel 
Private Night-tour at Kiyomizu-dera Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
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Morning Zazen Experience at Tenryu-ji Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Concept Being one of the most famous and popular UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kyoto, Tenryu-ji Temple is usually full of visitors, coming from all over the world.This program will take you to the temple before it opens to the public, where you are able to experience Zazen (Zen meditation) in front of the historic site.
Tour Date April 4th, 2024
Privately reserved for Kyoto Brighton Hotel
20 guestsPrice from 35,000JPY per pax (2pax reservation basis)
*Prices differ depending on the pax, room type, etc.What's Included - one-night stay from the previous day, tax
- breakfast (Japanese set menu or Western buffet)
- transportation between hotel and destination
- welcome drink
Notes - Tour schedule may be changed or canceled, due to bad weather, etc.
- Please be aware that the tour may include areas with steps, slopes and gravel paths.
Sogenchi Teien (Sogen Pond Garden)
Laid out nearly 700 years ago by Zen master Muso Soseki, the garden’s appearance remains unchanged. This special Zazen experience will be held in front of this beautiful garden.
Major Rinzai Zen Temple in Arashiyama
Established in 1339 by the shogun Ashikaga Takauji in memory of Emperor Go-Daigo, Tenryu-ji is well known as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
The Cloud Dragon on the ceiling of Hatto
After the Zazen experience, enjoy a private tour to the Hatto, where the dynamic dragon with clouds is drawn on the ceiling.
Previous day Check-in 7:00 Departure from hotel (by van type taxi) 7:30 Arrival at Tenryu-ji Temple
Zazen (Zen meditation) experience
Explore the beautiful garden9:00 Departure from Tenryu-ji Temple (by van type taxi) 9:30 Arrival at hotel, breakfast (Japanese set menu or Western buffet) -
Small Group Cherry Blossoms (Sakura) Private Morning Tours
Concept If you would like to enjoy the beautiful cherry blossoms (Sakura) in peace, here is the answer for you. This special plan will take you to temples and gardens famous with cherry blossoms (Sakura), privately reserved just for Kyoto Brighton Hotel. You can enter each site before the gates open to the public, enjoy strolling the gardens, and take photos in the peaceful atmosphere. Also enjoy our delicious breakfast after returning to the hotel. Don’t miss the opportunity to join one of the most special and popular activities with us.
Tour Date March 30th - April 7th, 2024
Privately reserved for Kyoto Brighton Hotel
15-40 guests each day, depending on the destinationDestination March 30th Bishamondo-Monzeki Temple
March 31st Daikakuji Temple
April 1st To-ji Temple
April 2nd Haradanien Garden
April 3rd Bishamondo-Monzeki Temple
April 5th Taizo-in Temple
April 6th Haradanien Garden
April 7th Haradanien GardenPrice from 33,000JPY per pax (2pax reservation basis)
*Prices differ depending on the date, pax, room type, etc.What's Included - one-night stay from the previous day, tax
- breakfast (Japanese set menu or Western buffet)
- transportation between hotel and destination
- welcome drink
- goshuin stamp (Red ink stamp) *except for Haradanien Garden
Notes - Tour schedule may be changed or canceled, due to bad weather, etc.
- Please be aware that the tour may include areas with steps, slopes and gravel paths.
The peaceful moment
Gardens are usually designed to be enjoyed from a seated position. With the limited number of participants, the quiet atmosphere will allow you to relax in the true way.
Enjoy the Cherry Blossoms (Sakura) at Different Temples
We will take you to different temples each day, during the period. Why not join the tour every morning during your stay, and enjoy each atmosphere?
Breakfast (Japanese set menu or Western buffet)
After returning to the hotel, breakfast will be waiting for you. The end of the relaxing morning tour will add you the energy to start the day.
Previous day Check-in 7:00～7:40 Departure from hotel (by van type taxi) 7:45 Arrival at each temple and garden
Explore the beautiful garden9:00 Departure from each temple and garden (by van type taxi) 9:30 Arrival at hotel, breakfast (Japanese set menu or Western buffet) -
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Kabuki Performance at the Minamiza Theatre First class seat ticket included
Concept It is said that KABUKI was originated in Kyoto, in Edo period. Having over 400 years of its history, the Minamiza Theatre still remains to be the place to entertain the audience, from traditional Japanese performing arts to the newest live entertainments.
“Hanagata Kabuki”, performed by young actors, is one of the popular annual programs at Minamiza Theatre. This program will accept reservations before tickets are released, allowing you to enjoy the performance from a first class seat.
Reservations accepted before the tickets are released on February 9th, 2024
©松竹Tour Date March 2nd-24th, 2024
Black out dates: 7th, 14thPrice from 28,500JPY per pax (2pax reservation basis)
*Prices differ depending on the date, pax, room type, etc.What's Included - one-night stay from the previous day or on the performance date, tax
- breakfast (Japanese set menu or Western buffet)
- First class seat ticket of the March Program at the Minamiza Theatre
- one way trip from hotel to Minamiza Theatre
Notes - Cancellation charge (12,000JPY per person) will be applied for cancellations after January 25th. Please inform us by January 24th (JST) in case of cancellation.
- Check official website for details: KABUKI Minamiza Theatre
Matinee
10:20 Departure from hotel (by taxi) 10:35 Arrival at Minamiza Theatre 11:00 Enjoy the KABUKI performance 14:00 End of performance (explore the city on your own) Evening Show
14:50 Departure from hotel (by taxi) 15:05 Arrival at Minamiza Theatre 15:30 Enjoy the KABUKI performance 18:30 End of performance (explore the city on your own)
Kabuki Performance at the Minamiza Theatre
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Past Events
Kabuki Performance at the Minamiza Theatre
First class seat ticket included
Guests enjoyed the special KABUKI performance at the Minamiza Theatre, from the first class seats.
December 2023
Small Group Autumn Leaves Private Morning Tours (Breakfast included)
Special early entry to Kyoto’s famous temples with beautiful autumn leaves
Every morning between Nov. 20th-30th, guests enjoyed participating in our autumn program of private tours, exclusive for the guests of the hotel.
November 2023
Small Group Private Evening Tour at Kiyomizu-dera Temple (Dinner & Breakfast included)
Enjoy a spectacular night view with beautiful autumn leaves at one of the most famous World Heritage sites
Participants enjoyed an exclusive experience in one of the most famous temples of Japan with an unbeatable view of Kyoto and breathtaking display of crimson autumn foliage.
December 2023
