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All inclusive - Cultural sites with Kyoto-born Art & Architecture oriented guide

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All inclusive - Cultural sites with Kyoto-born Art & Architecture oriented guide

Art, Culture, & Historical

Joined 2025

Ayumi D.

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Kyoto

English, Japanese (Native)

6 hours

Private tour (only you and Ayumi D.)

Up to 3 people

For those who like to explore the deeper insight of the cultural city and value the quality of tour then visiting the listed sites. 100% tailor-made. We use taxies between sites when necessary. This tour is especially for the advaced travellers who like to feel the' true experience' and see the local beauty.

Itinerary

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

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Your hotel lobby in Kyoto

- (OR at Kyoto station) *Please let me know your hotel name and its location. *If you are arriving at Kyoto station by bullet train, I will meet you on the platform, so let me know the train number and train car number. In case of regular train, we will meet in front of Kyoto Station Tourist Information center.

09:30 AM

Cultural sites of east side or West side

We visit a few cultural sites that can include an older temple where emperor had lived and more recent one that is sophisticated in designing to compare, so that I can give you an introduction of our long history and architectural view point in each site. You can also learn Shinto and Buddhism as well.

12:00 PM

Lunch

Japanese food is one of our important cultures. A nice Japanese type of simple lunch to have a break. During the lunch, you will be introduced a variety of ingredient used and how they are cooked, together with green and brown tea to try out.

01:00 PM

Old Kyoto town

We commute to the central area. I usually leave the afternoon a little flexible depending on your preference/ interests/ walk-pace. Some want to explore local artisan’s studio/shops to see how they lasted for generations, genuine kimono gallery, foodies to explore or more locally important cultural sites to understand the deeper insight of the city.

Ending Point

Area where you like to be dropped off in Kyoto central area

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

*Guiding fee

*Your admission fee

*Planning of your journey

*Suggestion of your meals

*Lunch reservation during the tour (deposit not refundable)

*Your public transportation fee

*Taxi fee if used

What‘s not included

*Your meals

*Reservations outside the tour

Tour Important Information

*Basically walking tour, but we may use taxies between sites when necessary.

*Please carry some cash in Japanese yen.

*Let me know if you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions.

Important message from the supplier

I also guide in Nara, Osaka, Shiga, Kanazawa, Hiroshima, Okayama, Hakone, Mt.Fuji and Tokyo if my transportation fee is covered.

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

Joined 2025

Ayumi D.

Identity Verified

Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Ayumi D.

Dear my guests,

I am thrilled to be meeting with you and sharing the inspiring moments together. Thank you for walking into my life!

I am a Kyoto local and based in Kyoto. I have over 20 years of experience in guiding the guests and company executives to amazing moments. Mainly worked as a bilingual specialist acting as a bridge between people and companies.

Born, raised and educated in Kyoto. Lived in Vail, Colorado in my high school days for an year as an exchange student. Graduated from the national Osaka university majoring language.

I also run a few art exhibitions yearly to exhibit my air pieces. I was taught by my father and a memory of my grandfather, both great artists in Kyoto painting.

It will be my honor to be sharing the inspiring moments with you. I am flexible in schedule the destination during your stay, so please feel free to let me know your preference and what you like to see and experience in Kyoto and surrounding cities. I try my best to find the possible best suggestions.

In addition to visiting temples and shrines, there are many options including experiences of Japanese sweet-make, green tea, art studio, hands-on crafts! Mingling with the real local artisans or even business people will give you a special experience!

I feel grateful to see people happy. I very much look forward to helping your stay more comfortable.