Kyoto: Onmyoji Sorcery and Yokai Folklore Walking Tour
ID: GYG1420351-2168501
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Uncover the dark legends and folklore of ancient Kyoto on a walking tour. Visit Seimei Shrine, explore "Yokai Street," and learn about Onmyoji sorcery and protective charms.
Explore Kyoto's mystical side on this evening walking tour. Discover the city's dark history of spirits, demons, and ancient sorcerers as you visit iconic locations like the Ichijo Modoribashi bridge and Seimei Shrine.
Begin your journey at the Ichijo Modoribashi bridge, a legendary boundary between the living world and the spirit realm. Then, visit Seimei Shrine, dedicated to Japan's most famous Onmyoji (master of Shinto cosmology).
Learn about the secrets of pentagram protective charms, sacred spirit servants (Shikigami), and Japanese monster legends that inspired modern anime and dark fantasy.
Highlights
- Walk across the legendary Ichijo Modoribashi bridge
- Visit Seimei Shrine and learn about Onmyoji sorcery
- Explore "Yokai Street" and learn about Tsukumogami
- Discover the secrets of pentagram protective charms
- Learn about Japanese monster legends that inspired modern anime
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Tour involves walking for 1.5 to 2 hours
Tour is conducted in English
Suitable for anime and folklore enthusiasts
INCLUDED
- Guided walking tour
- Visit to Ichijo Modoribashi bridge
- Visit to Seimei Shrine
- Exploration of Yokai Street
NOT INCLUDED
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to meeting point
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
