Experiencing Japanese calligraphy and tea ceremony
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Walking / Public Transportation Tour ( Contact guide for other options )
You can experience real traditional Japanese tea ceremony privately. I will pick you up at Otsu jr station or Hamaotsu Krishna station. Please feel relaxed to contact me.
Itinerary
Feel free to personalize this offer with Toshiyo.
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Experiece Japanese tea ceremony privately
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Experience tea ceremony
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Departure & Return
Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee, ink, paper,
Transportation fee ( From Kyoto to Otsu 200yen by train and from Otsu Stasion to my house 700yen by taxi) It is one way fee.
Lunch, if you want, I can take you to Japanese noodle or ramen shop. It cost you about 1000yen.
Important
I can guide in Kyoto,Nara Osaka Koyasan and Shiga. I can also take guests to Kouyasan . I can also guide you in the evening.
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Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Frequently Asked Questions
My private house is in Otsu, which is ten minutes train ride from Kyoto Station. The train fare is 400 yen round trip. It takes 15minutes on foot. If you don't want to walk, you can take a taxi.
It cost 700 yen to take a taxi to get to my house from Otsu Station.
Yes, you can expeience both calligraphy and tea ceremony at the same time at my house. It takes 3 hours.
Can I make changes after I book?
Yes! If you need to make changes such as removing or adding someone to your booking or changing the date or time of your tour, contact us by phone or email
Starting and ending points of the tour.
After you secure your booking, the starting and ending points of your tour can be customized to your convenience (ex.: your hotel, nearby stations, etc.). Don't worry, we will take care of you! Some tours may have an extra fee for this service, make sure to check the tour page.
What happens after I book a tour?
After booking a tour, the guide will accept (or decline) your booking within 24 hours. Then you will be noticed by email from GoWithGuide.
Is the price per person or per group?
The price is charged per group. Which means that you make a one-time payment for your entire group and the price will not change if it is less or more people.
Can I add more people to my booking?
Some guides accept extra people (more than the specified number) for an extra charge. Please check for the extras on the tour or booking page, or contact your guide directly to clarify.
Will there be other tourists in my tour?
No. Your tour is private, only for you and your family or friends, there will be no other group of tourists together in your tour.
Can the guide pickup me at the airport?
Yes, but there will be additional charge for that and it is not by car. The guide will go pick you up using public transportations. For further details, please contact your guide directly.
I'm travelling alone. Can I book this tour?
Yes, you can and you may be able to get a discount if you are traveling alone. Price depends on which guide you choose.
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“ Nice sightseeing guidance ”
Toshiyo san was hired for our one day sightseeing trip to Kyoto. She arrived on time at the agreed meeting point and was very friendly throughout the tour. Being a local, she was very knowledgeable about the places and its historical importance that was explained to us nicely. She was patient enough to answer our queries and assist us in all possible ways throughout the day.
Hi Neil Thank you so much for the review. It was a hot but pleasant day. I am happy to know you and your wife enjoyed Kyoto. She was very beautiful in kimono. Looking forward to seeing you again. Regards Toshiyo
“ A Wealth of Knowledge ”
Toshiyo was a wonderful guide that helped us to use our time well and provide interesting insights and information about the places we visited and various sites along the way. She new her way around the city and helped us to maximize the limited time we had with her. We were very happy with the service she provided and would be happy to work with her again.
Thank you very much for having me as a guide. I hope you like Kyoto and explore more in this beautiful city again. Please say hello to your lovely wife and children. Best regards. Toshiyo
“ Kyoto Fun! ”
Toshiyo was such a great guide! very communicative before the trip. 1/2 day in kyoto, 2 adults, & 2 kids (6 & 8). she gave us great information we would have missed if she wasn't with us. helped us with the Bus. kept my kids engaged. it was a great introduction to beautiful Kyoto! thank you for all your suggestions Toshiyo!
Hi Stephanie Thank you very much for having me as your guide. I am very glad you liked Kyoto. I was much impressed by your beautiful family. I hope you will come back in cherry blossoms season. Best regards. Toshiyo
“ tour in Kyoto ”
Toshi is a great tour guide. She has a lot of energy and is very knowledgable. I enjoyed going to the temples/shrines with Toshi. She would come up with some surprising details that made the visit so much more enjoyable. I would highly recommend Toshiyo as a guide.
Dear Prasanna Thank you very much for your warm hearted review. I appreciate your coming to hot Kyoto. I am happy you enjoyed very quiet Kyoto. I hope to see you again. Best regards. Toshiyo
“ Visit to Osaka ”
Toshiyo was very knowledgeable of the Osaka area. With several places closed she was still able to provide a full day of visiting various sites.
Dear l Dennis Thank you very much for having me as your guide. I am afraid we walked a lot but I hope you enjoyed Osaka, Kyoto and Nara. I appreciate your kindness. Thank you very much. Best regards. Toshiyo
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