• ・Experience the beautiful Satoyama scenery in each season, from rapeseed blossoms and fresh greenery in spring to autumn leaves in late fall.
• ・Soak in the startling green moss of Yusei-in at Sanzen-in Temple.
• ・Historic temples such as Sanzen-in Temple, Jakko-in Temple, and Shorin-in Temple are scattered throughout the natural surroundings.
• ・The view of terraced rice paddies spreading out below you from your hillside vantage point.
• ・Shopping for Ohara specialties at a long-established pickle store on the approach to Jakkoin Temple.

This 8-hour guided tour takes you to Ohara, a quiet mountain village a short distance from the city center of Kyoto. You will enjoy a leisurely stroll through the rural scenery and explore Ohara's historical and natural attractions. Since Kyoto used to be the capital of Japan, Ohara was an ideal place for nobles to go to forget of the glittering city life and retreat in search of peace and quiet. As a result, Ohara has many spots where you can enjoy the elegance of historical buildings combined with the natural beauty of the four seasons. Surrounded by beautiful mountains on all sides, the tranquil mountain village scenery still remains and fascinates many people. Have a peaceful time savoring the historical atmosphere typical of Kyoto and its verdant and lush nature.