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Kyoto State Guest House is delighted to offer private daytime guided tours for groups as a special seasonal program in July and August, with entry and exit via the main gate by vehicle.
Access to Kyoto State Guest House is about a 15-minute walk from the nearest subway station and around a 10-minute walk from the nearest bus stop and parking area. However, this program allows direct vehicle access via the main gate, as used during official state guest visits, so there is no need to walk in the intense summer heat.
We look forward to welcoming your group this summer.

Tour Details

This program is offered in Japanese only. One morning session and one afternoon session are offered per day.

■Private Daytime Guided Tour for Groups

Tour Schedule	Morning session: Entry via the main gate by vehicle at 9:30 AM / Exit via the main gate by vehicle at 10:45 AM Afternoon session: Entry via the main gate by vehicle at 3:30 PM / Exit via the main gate by vehicle at 4:45 PM
Tour Fee	¥100,000 per group (up to 25 people) For groups exceeding 25 people, an additional fee of ¥4,000 per person will be charged. *No discounts apply. *The minimum fee of \100,000 applies even if the group size is fewer than 25 people.
Max Group Size	◆Japanese-language guided tour 　Exclusive to one group of up to 80 people per session. 　*The group will be divided into up to four smaller groups during the tour. 　*Children aged 12 or younger will not be admitted.
Tour Highlights	Entry and exit via the main gate by vehicle, with a private guided tour limited to one group per session on the regular tour route.

How to Book Private Daytime Guided Tours for Groups

Reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis on the Public Opening Reservation System.
Please note that the morning session and afternoon session are each limited to one group per day.

Find the latest tour dates here.

Contact Us

For inquiries, please use our feedback form (responses available in Japanese and English).

https://www.geihinkan.go.jp/en/kyoto/feedback/

Please note that we can only assist with phone inquiries in Japanese.

Important Notices

1. Visitors showing symptoms such as cough, fever, shortness of breath, or severe fatigue will not be permitted to join the tour.
2. Some of our staff may wear masks. We appreciate your understanding.
3. Private group tours are available exclusively by reservation. Please make a reservation in advance.
4. Reservations from organized crime groups, affiliated companies or organizations, or other anti-social forces will not be accepted.
5. We do not accept cancellations. If unavoidable circumstances arise, please reach out to us through the feedback form on our website. Please note that no-shows or repeated cancellations may result in future reservations being declined.
6. For vehicle entry, copies of the driver’s license and vehicle inspection certificate must be submitted in advance. Submission instructions will be provided via email after a reservation has been made on our website. Please note that there is a limit on the number of vehicles allowed for entry.
7. As Kyoto State Guest House serves as an official venue for state guest visits, scheduled public openings, including private group tours, may be canceled on short notice due to official engagements or operational reasons. We appreciate your understanding.
8. Please make your payment in cash upon arrival on the day of your visit. Additionally, we kindly request that the payment be consolidated and made by the group representative.
9. Please note that restrooms will not be available during the tour. We recommend using restroom facilities prior to your arrival.
10. Further guidelines for your visit can be found here.