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Charming must -see in north west area of Kyoto city
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Joined 2017
This tour covers 4 must-see sightseeing spot . Firstly, we visit the golden pavilion. We go to Arashiyama. We walk through Tenryuji garden and bamboo forest. In the afternoon, we'll visit Nijo castle. (We enjoy watching a live demonstration of Japanese sweet making with green tea(Mattcha).Finally you can learn about Kyoto’s traditional and wonderful kimono
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your hotel (Kyoto station )
the golden pavillion
Tenryuji and Bamboo forest
Togetsukyo. Otaginenbutsuji, Monky mountain,
Togetsukyo at Arashiyama
Nijo castle
Kimono shibori museum
Ultimate traditional Kyoto Kimono Technique
Ending Point
last area
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
guide fee. hotel pick-up in Kyoto, Transportation fee in Kyoto(guide)
meal, Transportation fee, Admission fee, etc.
Tour Important Information
We basically use the public transportation , but the bus is not available soon , we take a taxi to save the time.
Live demostration is not available on Wednesday. Kimono Show is not available at Nishiji textile center now
You have to take your shoes off at Nijyo castle.
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 2017
About Tour Guide Mana F.
Hi my name is Mana. I'm a National Licensed Tour Guide in English. I was born and raised in Kyoto. I worked for the Kyoto Prefectural Police Headquarters after I graduated from university.
I know lots about Kyoto's cultures and festivals . After I got married, I have been in Shiga for over 30 years. I work for at high school as a part time teacher. I am flexible in Kyoto and Shiga. I am practicing ”Rakugo”a traditional Japanese comedic storytelling art, to make my tours more enjoyable and filled with laughter. Let’s laugh together during my tours!The fun, hand-drawn illustrations I use on my tours are also very popular—most of my guests take photos of them.
Reviews
Jose C.
“Mana is the perfect guide”
Not only is Mana knowledgeable, she has a great sense of humor that will make your trip memorable.
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Mana F.
Dear Jose, Thank you very much for your wonderful review, even though Kyoto’s unique hot and humid weather meant we could not finish the tour to the end. Kyoto, known as the thousand-year capital, has inherited many traditional and unique cultural customs. Bamboo is considered a symbol of long life in Japan. Next time, I hope you can visit Japan — the country of longevity — during a more comfortable season. I wish you both good health and happiness for many years to come. Thank you Mana
Andre J.
“Learning Deep Rich Kyoto History with Mana”
Mana was a great tour guide. She led us to all the places we wanted to visit and even taught us some Japanese along the way. She was very knowledgeable about all the places we went to and explained all the history behind the landmarks we faced. She does walk pretty fast for a senior haha so it was a little hard to keep up, but she was always accommodating to us when it came to breaks when we asked. Anyone wanting to learn the real about Kyoto, I highly recommend Mana.
Mana F.
Dear Andre Thank you very much for sending me your review. It was a very hot and humid day, and some people were not feeling well, so it was quite challenging, but I’m very glad that I was able to guide both of you until the end of the tour. Has everyone recovered since then? I sincerely hope that all of you will stay healthy and continue enjoying wonderful trips together in the future! Even when you’re young, you shouldn’t be overconfident about your health! haha Thank you Mana
Anton P.
“Good immersion into history ”
Enjoyed time with the guide! It was a treat to visit important sights and learn interesting facts, stories, and tales!
Mana F.
Dear Anton Thank you very much for your wonderful review. Kyoto is called the thousand-year capital, and because it suffered relatively little damage from wars and natural disasters, many historical buildings still remain here today. There are also countless fascinating legends and stories connected to them. The people of Kyoto take great pride in preserving and passing these traditions on to future generations. I would be very happy if you could visit Kyoto again and again in the future. We will always be here to welcome you. Thank you Mana
$200/ per group
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