15:00 Check in
17:30 Sake tasting & learning @Ace Hotel 2F Bell View foyer
18:15 Opening Sake barrel
18:30 Tuna cutting demo
18:45 Sushi Dinner @Ace Hotel 2F Bell View
22:00 Networking at @Ace Hotel 2F Piopiko (Optional)
9:00 Zen meditation at Daitokuji temple (Bring socks)
11:00 Shojin Lunch
12:30 Suntory tour
15:00 Hotel
17:30 Dinner at Kyoyamato (Kaiseki), Maiko&Geiko attendance
21:00 DJ party at hotel lounge bar (Optional)
9:30 Bushido swordmanship at Seiryuden / Gomadaki purification
12:00 Tempura lunch
15:00 Kimono dressing
16:30 Kiyomizu temple exclusive tour and dinner
21:00 Karaoke night (Optional)
Check out
March 6th to 8th, 2025
Nearest airport: KIX
Average highs of 13°C (55°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F). Early March can be chilly, with late March transitioning into spring.
Check if you require a visa for Japan. Many countries have visa-free entry for short stays (up to 90 days).
Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your travel dates.
Flights:
Book early for better deals. Major airports near Kyoto are Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Osaka International Airport (ITM).
Transportation from KIX to Hotel:
For arrivals on 6 March at KIX airport, transportation to Kyoto/Ace Hotel is provided. Please look for an agent holding a YPO banner in the arrival hall.
For early arrivals or those arriving at other airports, kindly arrange your own transportation to Kyoto/Ace Hotel.
Transportation on 9 March:
To Airport: The coach departs at 12:30 PM from Ace Hotel to KIX Airport.
To Osaka: The coach departs at 11:00 AM from Ace Hotel, with drop-off points at Osaka Swiss Hotel and Centara Hotel.
For those arriving earlier than March 6:
From Kansai Airport:
From Osaka Airport:
Getting Around Kyoto:
Ace Hotel Kyoto
245-2 Kurumayacho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8185, Japan
+81 75-229-9000
Japanese is the primary language, but many tourist areas have English translations.
Japanese Yen (JPY). Approximate exchange rate: 1 SGD = 110 JPY.
Major hotels, restaurants, and department stores accept credit cards.
Carry cash for traditional establishments, small shops, and temples.
ATMs: Available at 7-Eleven stores and post offices.
Tipping: Not required in Japan.
Rent a pocket Wi-Fi or get a SIM card at the airport for internet access.
Japan uses 100V electricity with Type A plugs (two flat pins). Bring an adapter for your devices.
No specific vaccinations required, but consider travel insurance.
Kyoto is very safe, but always keep an eye on your belongings in crowded areas.
Popular Souvenirs: Matcha tea and sweets.
Traditional Kyoto crafts like ceramics or fans.
Kimono or Yukata (lightweight kimono).
Be mindful of photography restrictions, especially in temples and shrines.
Carry a reusable water bottle (tap water is safe to drink).
Kyoto operates one hour ahead of Singapore.
Smoking is prohibited in most public areas. Use designated smoking spots.
Most medical facilities primarily communicate in Japanese; bring necessary medication.
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For over a millennium (794-1868), Kyoto was Japan’s imperial capital, shaping the nation’s culture, spirituality, and traditions. It remains a living treasury of Japanese heritage, home to 1,600 Buddhist temples and 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Today, Japan is the world's third-largest economy, balancing modern innovation with its deep cultural roots. Kyoto exemplifies this harmony, offering a glimpse into Japan’s past while embracing the future.
The kimono, Japan's traditional garment, symbolizes elegance and grace. Once daily wear, it is now reserved for special occasions.
Made from silk or other fabrics, kimono patterns reflect seasons, events, and traditions.
Jewelry is usually avoided to prevent damage to the delicate fabric.
Sumo wrestling originated over 1,500 years ago as a Shinto ritual and remains a revered tradition.
Wrestlers live in sumo stables (heya), adhering to strict regimens.
Before each match, ritualistic purifications like salt throwing are performed, making sumo both a sport and a cultural spectacle.
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