[Kyoto] Kyoto Gion Festival, Historic Canals and Outlet Shopping Bus Tour
- Overview
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- * Visit famous Kyoto Imperial Palace
- * Including Gion Matsuri Festival Procession Viewing Seat Tickets
- **For the Full-Day Plan**
- * Take a nostalgic stroll through Omihachiman’s beautiful historic canals
- * Visit La Collina Omihachima which is beautiful green landscapes and Unique place including cafe shops and bakery
- * Shopping at MITSUI OUTLET PARK SHIGA RYUO
- What to expect
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The highlight of this tour is the **Gion Matsuri**, one of Japan's most grand festivals. You will experience the festival's heart—the "Procession" on July 17th or 24th—where deities are carried through Kyoto's streets in a vibrant parade. From your Reserved Viewing Seat, you can capture the lively atmosphere of this historic event. The journey also takes you to the **Kyoto Imperial Palace**, a vast historical garden in the city's center. For the full-day plan, we explore the scenic **Omihachiman**, a peaceful riverside town with traditional samurai-era streets and canals. You will also visit **La Collina** , a unique site with beautiful green architectures, before ending the day with premium shopping at MITSUI OUTLET PARK SHIGA RYUO, one of Kansai’s largest outlet malls with 230 stores.