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Kyoto Private Tour - 7 Fantastic Districts along the Kamo River
7 Fantastic Districts along the Kamo River
Kyoto Private Tour - Shimogamo Shrine
Shimogamo Shrine
Kyoto Private Tour - Emperor Palace
Emperor Palace
Kyoto Private Tour - Niko Castle
Niko Castle
Kyoto Private Tour - Nishiki Market
Nishiki Market
Kyoto Private Tour - Tower of Yasaka at Ninnenzaka Slope
Tower of Yasaka at Ninnenzaka Slope
Kyoto Private Tour - Starbucks at Sannenzaka Slope
Starbucks at Sannenzaka Slope
Kyoto Private Tour - 1000 image of Buddha
1000 image of Buddha
Kyoto Private Tour - Old houses  at Tatsumi Shrine
Old houses at Tatsumi Shrine

7 Fantastic Districts along Kamo River on foot or by bike

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Kyoto Tour Guide - Eric T.

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2000 years ago Japanese Gods fell down to Shimogamo Shrine and Capital had been moved to Kyoto 1200 years ago.

Kyoto Culture developed along Kamo River. Emperor Palace was located on the Western Side of Kama River and many Temples and Shrines were located on the

Eastern Side of Kama River.

The first Kabuki was performed by Okuni , Shrine Maiden at the Riverbed of Kama River.

Would you explore 7 fantastic districts along the Kama River with me ? On foot or by bike!

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

08:30 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel in Kyoto or JR Kyoto Station

08:30 AM

Starting from your Hotel or JR Kyoto Station

Meeting at your Hotel and we will have briefing about Kyoto, such as location, culture & history.

And we will start to the first destination

09:00 AM

The Shimogamo Shrine

Walking through the Primitive Forest of Shiogamao Shrine, where Japanese Gods fell down, we will find the Shito gate and

Mail Hall of Shimogamo Shrine. The gods of Shrine are ancesters of Japanese Emperor.

Please pray for Japanese Gods and get the blessings of Gods.

Stop Japanese consists of 8 million goods , including Mahomet, Jesus & so on.

10:00 AM

The Emperor Palace

The Emperor Palace was moved to the present place 15th century, and you can appreciate more than 8 buildings, including government hall, ceremony Hall residence, and so on.

Please appreciate Japanese Wooden Structures, mainly made of Cypress wood and Cyder Wood.


11:00 AM

Nijo Castle

Yasu Tokugawa unified Japan in 1600 and built the Nijo Castle in 1603.

When he visited Kyoto, he stayed here., because his foundation was located in Edo(Tokyo) and he need to get nominal permission

from Emperor. Stop the Main Hall was built 400 years ago and remains as they were. Please realize the culture, Samurai Culture.

12:20 PM

Nishiki Market area and Lunch

Nishiki market has a history for more than 400 years and Japanese restaurants purchase their ingredients from this marke.

Since Kyoto had been a capital of Japan, hi-quality ingredients gathered to the market.

01:40 PM

Gion District

Gion District is High-class entertainment districts n Kyoto and there are many nice restaurants, where Maiko & Geisha start working from evening time.

Houses are made from wooden particular structures, and You will feel the atmosphere in old days.

02:30 PM

Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka Slope Districts

Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka Districts are the approach street to Kiyomizu Temple.

From 400 years ago Tokyo People came to Kyoto on foot and enjoyed shopping and meal here, on the way to the Kiyomizu Temple.

In old days this area was area of Climbing Koln and there were may shops of pottery

03:30 PM

Sanjusangendo Temple

Sanjusangedo Temple was built by Emperor's request to Shogun and

you will find 1000 image of Buddha , which is located in the Longest wooden

structure in the world., together with 28 guardian dieties.

At the western side Corridor, Japanese Archery contests has been held for more than 400 years

04:30 PM

Returning to your hotel or your final destination in Kyoto

sending back you to your in \kyoto.

Ending Point

Some visiting spots may change, owing to off day of visiting spots.

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Inclusions & Exclusions

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What‘s included

Guide Fee

Picking up fee at your Hotel in Kyoto

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What‘s not included

Public Transportation JYen1100 per person n taxi fee.

Public Transportation: JYen900 per day. Taxi: by actual expenses

Entrance Fee Nijo Castle JYen1300 n Kiyomizu Temple JYen500 per one adult, n others free.

Lunch fee abt. JYen1500

If by bicycle, it will cost abt.JYen1700 per person and insurance charges

and parking lot charge

Tour Important Information

Please put on suitable walking shoes with you, because this is walking tour stop we may take taxi for saving time.

Or you can enjoy these places by Bicycle by renting a bicycle.

In order to enjoy the tour, please accept short briefing about culture and history in Kyoto.

If requested, it is possible to amend the schedule for you.

Please note Emperor palace closed on Monday n Nijo Castle closed on Tuesday, and I will offer you another spots instead of them on closed day

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Kyoto Tour Guide - Eric T.

Joined 2017

Eric T.
4.89 / 5
(53 reviews)
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About Tour Guide Eric T.

Hallow ! This is Eric Tanaka.

I was born in Kyoto, and I have been living in Kyoto.

I am sure that Kyoto is one of the best city for sightseeing and living.

I wish if I can introduce some nice places for you by walking around city streets.

Also, in suburbs, there are a lot of nice sightseeing places such as Bamboo forest, Monkey park, Fushimi shrine, Zen practice temples and so on.

Let's enjoy Kyoto town and Kyoto food.with me.

Reviews

Great Day with Eric

Eric met us promptly at our hotel as arranged , It was a very wet day and he quickly adjusted our plan to accommodate this . he showed us some very touristy sites but give us so much additional information and knew shortcuts to get in and out easily . we thoroughly enjoyed our day with Eric

Lisa T.

Eric T.

Ms Lisa I am very happy to hear from you and it Is my pleasure that you enjoyed a time in Kyoto I wish if you will come to Kyoto again TKS n regards Eric Tanaka

It was an eye opening four hour tour

Eric is a very knowledgable and kind tour guide. He very nice and willing to spend a lot of time to answer my questions. He is also very friendly and gentle. The tour has aroused my interest in Japanese history. Thank you Eric! ありがとうございます

Miriam C.

Eric T.

Hi Ms Miriam ! I am very happy to receive your comments for the tour and I had a good time with you I wish if you will come to Kyoto again Regards Eric Tanaka

Wonderful Tour!

Mr. Eric T. Did a great job hitting the highlights of Kyoto. We had a whirlwind of sights to see as we only had one day in Kyoto and Mr. Eric did not disappoint. We did take a taxi to some places to pack it all in and a great stop for food at a market street. Thank you!

Stephanie C.

Eric T.

Hi Ms Stephany ! Thank you very much for your comments for the tour and I actually enjoyed Nishiki market with you I wish if we can meet you again , and enjoy another tour with you Regards Eric Tanaka

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