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Language: English, 日本語, 한국어

Hello, I am a nationally licensed English guide and also I work in Kyoto as magazine editor and I live at the bottom of Mt. Hiei, in which a World Heritage Site of Enryaku-ji Temple is located. The temple is very special since many factions of Buddhism in Japan originated from there. The mountain is also very beautiful overlooking Lake Biwa, the biggest lake in Japan, located in the north-eastern part of Kyoto. The nearest station, JR Hieizan Sakamoto, is only a 15-minute train ride from Kyoto station. But, this nature abundant area is not well-known, so there are not many tourists. But I guarantee that you will enjoy the nature and fresh air. The hike takes roughly 4-5 hours, a perfect for a half day trip during your stay in Kyoto. I can also guide you around other areas in and around Kyoto and Shiga Prefectures where there are many cute temples, shrines and historical remnants.