The Classic Half-Day Amanohashidate Tour! Visit Amanohashidate’s Three Sacred Sites and Two Major Viewpoints

A guided tour that takes you to the must-see spots popular among visitors to Amanohashidate.
This tour lets you admire “Amanohashidate”—often likened to a dragon—from its two main observation decks and pay your respects at ancient shrines and temples dating back 1,300 years.
As you tour the pilgrimage sites of Amanohashidate, your guide will provide easy-to-understand explanations of the myths and legends associated with these places.

A guided tour that takes you to the must-see spots frequently visited by tourists coming to Amanohashidate.
This tour allows you to admire “Amanohashidate”—often likened to a dragon—from its two main observation decks and pay your respects at ancient shrines and temples dating back 1,300 years.
As you tour the pilgrimage sites of Amanohashidate, your guide will provide easy-to-understand explanations of the myths and legends associated with the area.

Reservations & Registration

How to Register: Apply via the official reservation site
Registration Period & Deadline: Reservations made through the official booking site must be made at least 5 days prior to the tour date. Last-minute reservations can be made by phone (same-day reservations are accepted if space is available).
Cancellation Policy: 5 to 2 days prior: 30%
The day before: 40%
On the day of the session: 50%
After the session begins or in case of a no-show without notice: 100%

Basic Information

Season: Year-round
Closed Days & Excluded Dates: None (Open year-round)
Meeting Time & Hours of Operation: Meeting time: 12:35
Schedule: 12:45 Departure from Amanohashidate Station
↓ About a 7-minute walk
Amanohashidate Pier
↓ Board a sightseeing boat
↓ About a 3-minute walk
Moto-Ise Kago Shrine
↓ About a 3-minute walk
↓ Take the cable car or lift from Fuchu Station
Kasamatsu Park (Shoryukan)
↓ Take the Narai Mountain Bus
Narai-ji Temple (28th Station of the Saigoku Pilgrimage)
↓ Take the Narai Mountain Bus
↓ Take the cable car or lift from Kasamatsu Station
↓ About a 5-minute walk
Ichinomiya Pier
↓ Board the sightseeing boat
Monjudo Hall, Chion-ji Temple
↓ About a 5-minute walk
↓ Take the monorail or lift from Yamarei Station
Amanohashidate Viewland (Hiryukan)
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4:15 PM Amanohashidate Viewland Summit Station: Tour ends
Duration: About 3 hours and 30 minutes
Group Size: Minimum 2 people – Maximum 10 people
Participation Restrictions: ・People who are able to climb stairs and hills
・People who can follow the guide’s instructions, as we will be visiting sacred sites
Language Support: Staff: Japanese
Guide: Japanese
Accessibility: Not allowed
Notes: In the event of inclement weather, the activities may be subject to change.

Pricing

List Price: Adults: 6,000 yen (junior high school students and older)
Children: 4,000 yen (elementary school students)
Included in Price: Round-trip sightseeing boat fare (Amanohashidate ⇔ Ichinomiya), round-trip cable car fare to Kasamatsu Park, round-trip mountain bus fare (Kasamatsu Park ⇔ Narisai-ji Temple), Narisai-ji Temple admission fee, Amanohashidate Viewland admission fee, guide fee
Not Included in Price: Personal Expenses

Access & Meeting Place

Meeting Place & Ticket Pickup Location: Kyoto Tango Railway Amanohashidate Station Tourist Information Center
314-2 Monju, Miyazu City, Kyoto Prefecture
Parking Information: Please use the private parking lots near the meeting place.

Operator Information

Operator Name: Amanohashidate Tourism Association
Address: 314-2 Monju, Miyazu City, Kyoto Prefecture
Phone Number: 0772-22-8030
Official Website: https://www.amanohashidate.jp/taiken/taikenprogram1/

Area & City/Town Introduction (Miyazu City)

Miyazu City, Kyoto Prefecture, is a town rich in natural beauty located in the northern part of Kyoto Prefecture, facing the Sea of Japan. Home to “Amanohashidate”—one of Japan’s Three Great Views—the area boasts a beautiful coastline and lush, green mountains, offering breathtaking scenery throughout the four seasons. Another major attraction is its rich culinary culture, featuring dishes made with fresh seafood and ingredients from the Tango region. The area also boasts numerous temples, shrines, and historic streetscapes brimming with history and culture, making it an ideal destination for sightseeing and relaxing getaways. As the heart of “Marine Kyoto,” it continues to captivate visitors from far and wide.