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
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.
guide fee. hotel pick-up in Kyoto, Transportation fee in Kyoto(guide)
meal, Transportation fee, Admission fee, etc.
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.
Hello, my name is Mana. I am 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.
Michael C.
“Great day with Mana!”
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed Mana's Fushimi & Uji tour. What was scheduled as a 4hr tour ended up 6 hours as she wanted to show us a few extra sites without any additional expectations. A very knowledgable, professional lady who was fun to spend the day with!
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Mana F.
Dear Michal Thank you very much for sending me the highest rating review. I’m truly delighted that you enjoyed and appreciated my hometown, which is famous for green tea. I must admit I felt a little nervous in that tearoom, as it’s a place where it’s quite rare to get a reservation—and afterward, I almost made a big mistake! The words written on the hanging scroll in the tearoom meant, “Autumn is approaching, and the weather is getting colder. Please take good care of yourself.” I wish you a wonderful rest of your days in Japan! Mana
Mia F.
“A passionate and attentive guide going over our expectation”
Mana-san showed us much more than we expected over a 6-hour tour! She shared with us historical facts, childhood memories of a local and lots of quirky jokes to keep the trip engaging. Moreover, she was attentive and always gave the best and most cost-saving advises for souvenirs. Highly recommended!
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Mana F.
Dear Mia, Thank you so much for sending such a lovely review. You were actually my first guests from your country, and since you’re about the same age as my sons—small in stature and very charming—our conversation felt especially fresh and delightful. I hope you’ll continue to share not only traditional culture but also Japanese subculture with the world. Mana
Ralph Q.
“Two Days in Kyoto”
We had the incredible privilege of spending two days in Kyoto with Mana as our guide, and it truly made our trip unforgettable. Mana is everything you could hope for in a guide—exceptionally knowledgeable, warm, thoughtful, and deeply passionate about her city. She brought Kyoto’s history, culture, and traditions to life in a way that was engaging, accessible, and deeply enriching. Beyond her professionalism, Mana is simply a joy to be around—kind, and genuinely caring. By the end of our time together, it felt like we were saying goodbye to a friend. If you're visiting Kyoto, do yourself a favor and book time with Mana. You’ll leave with a deeper appreciation of the city and memories that last a lifetime. Thank you again for two wonderful days Mana!
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Mana F.
Dear Ralph I was truly delighted that you entrusted me with the Kyoto tour for your beloved parents and that you gave such a high-rated review. I'm relieved to hear that they returned safely to your home country after their long journey. Although it unfortunately rained on the second day, they enjoyed interacting with people around them while using various forms of public transportation. Their genuine interest in history and culture, as well as their willingness to actively engage and try new things, made the tour a valuable learning experience for me as well. Two days are simply not enough to fully experience Kyoto. I sincerely hope all of you will come back to Kyoto again and again! Thank you Mana
$209/ per group
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