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Half-Day Private Guided Tour to Chikubushima, from Kyoto in Japan

Kyoto, Japan

Come discover Chikubushima Island, on Lake Biwa, on this four-hour walking and public transport tour!

Cancellation policy

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Duration 4 hours

Duration supplied by the experience provider.

Languages

French, English

Group size

1–8 travelers

Full description

Come discover Chikubushima Island, on Lake Biwa, on this four-hour walking and public transport tour!

Meet us at Kyoto Station, and off we go! Head to Imazu Port on the shores of Lake Biwa. Lake Biwa is the largest lake in Japan and the third oldest in the world. You'll be able to admire this monumental testament to the planet's geological age.

Then take the ferry to Chikubushima, an island in the middle of the lake. Lush flora and fauna welcome you. It's perfect for nature lovers! Then head deeper into this small island to visit the Hogon-ji Buddhist temple and the Itsukusuma Shinto shrine. You'll learn more about Japan's religious and medieval history.

Itinerary

Ferry on Lake Biwa. We take the ferry from the port of Imazu to the island of Itsukushima. You admire Lake Biwa, its fauna and flora.

Chikubushima Island. The island lies in the middle of Lake Biwa. It is home to Tsukubusuma Shinto Shrine and Hogon-ji Buddhist Temple. EN more about Japan and its history.

What’s included

Included

  • Temple and Shrine in Chikubushima
  • Train and boat from Kyoto Station to Chikubushima

Important information

Meeting point

Kyoto, Japan

Don’t forget

Not wheelchair accessible Not stroller accessible Infants must not sit on laps Infant seats unavailable

Cancellation policy

5% charge if cancelled within 23976 hours of start. 20% charge if cancelled within 480 hours of start. 50% charge if cancelled within 240 hours of start. 100% charge if cancelled within 48 hours of start.

Your host

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Verified Local Host

With GetExperience since 2026

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