Kyoto Traditional Culture Pamphlet
From the thousand torii gates of Fushimi Inari Taisha to a Kiyomizu-yaki pottery workshop and a matcha ceremony in a machiya townhouse — a self-paced day with Kyoto's faith and craftsmanship.
Schedule for the day
Overview map showing how the stops relate to each other (straight lines only). For real walking directions, use the "directions" button on each step.
Start at the Romon Gate, Fushimi Inari Taisha
Walk through the thousand torii gates partway up Mt. Inari.
Kiyomizu-yaki pottery workshop
Watch a craftsman paint pottery, then try a simple painting exercise yourself.
Matcha ceremony in a machiya townhouse
Learn the proper way to whisk matcha in a 100-year-old wooden townhouse.
Finish with a Gion stroll
Walk the stone-paved Hanamikoji street to finish.
Police: 110 · Ambulance/Fire: 119 · English-language help: JNTO Japan Visitor Hotline, 050-3816-2787 (24/7, multilingual). Don't hesitate to call if you need help.
Tipping isn't customary in Japan — no need to add extra at checkout. Cashless payment is widely accepted, though smaller shops, shrines, and temples are sometimes cash-only. Tax-free shopping (with your passport) is available at participating stores.
Frequently asked questions
How much walking is the thousand-gate section?
A round trip partway up Mt. Inari takes about 90 minutes. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
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