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Kyoto Private Tour - Kyoto Tower (located in front of JR Kyoto Station)
Kyoto Tower (located in front of JR Kyoto Station)
Kyoto Private Tour - Nishiki Food Market (You can enjoy various kinds of food and Sake rice-wine. Cheers!)
Nishiki Food Market (You can enjoy various kinds of food and Sake rice-wine. Cheers!)
Kyoto Private Tour - Sanjusangendo Temple (It's also famous as a venue for "Toshiya" traditoional archery contest.)
Sanjusangendo Temple (It's also famous as a venue for "Toshiya" traditoional archery contest.)
Kyoto Private Tour - Sanjusangendo Temple (Temple Hall)
Sanjusangendo Temple (Temple Hall)
Kyoto Private Tour - Kiyomizudera Temple
Kiyomizudera Temple
Kyoto Private Tour - Kiyomizudera Temple (The West Gate)
Kiyomizudera Temple (The West Gate)
Kyoto Private Tour - Kiyomizudera Temple (Three story Pagoda)
Kiyomizudera Temple (Three story Pagoda)
Kyoto Private Tour - Kiyomizudera Temple (Main hall)
Kiyomizudera Temple (Main hall)
Kyoto Private Tour - Fushimi-Inari  Shrine (Thousand Torii gates called Senbon Torii , the view from the outside)
Fushimi-Inari Shrine (Thousand Torii gates called Senbon Torii , the view from the outside)
Kyoto Private Tour - Fushimi Inari Shrine (Shimenawa sacred rope)
Fushimi Inari Shrine (Shimenawa sacred rope)
Kyoto Private Tour - Fushimi Inari Shrine (Senbon Torii)
Fushimi Inari Shrine (Senbon Torii)

Eastern Highlights in Kyoto for the first time visitor - Full Day Tour -

Art, Culture, & Historical
Kyoto Tour Guide - Koichi W.

Joined 2018

Koichi W.
4.97 / 5
(89 reviews)
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Kyoto
Japanese (Native), English
8 hours
Private tour (only you and Koichi W.)
Up to 7 people

Kyoto is a city full of charm, both ancient and modern such as the stone gardens of Zen temples, orange gates of Shito shrines, traditional cafés, local cuisine loved by Kyoto people, modern art museums and so on. I would like to show you not only major sightseeing spots but also small tips to enjoy the city. Let's explore together and discover the real Kyoto with me!!

Itinerary

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

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel or JR Kyoto Station

- Pick you up at your hotel or meet up at JR Kyoto Station

09:40 AM

Fushimi-Inari Shrine

It’s famous for many orange gates called Torii. We walk through Torii Tunnel, so your wishes come true. I will tell you the reason why!

Admission:Free

11:00 AM

Sanjusangen-do Temple (We would like to have lunch around here.)

Famous for the traditional Japanese archery contest called Toshiya. I would like to show you the incredible history of it. You may also be mesmerized by numerous Buddhist statuses in the old wooden hall.

Admission:600JPY/P

01:00 PM

Kiyomizudera Temple

It's famous for wooden hall and stage, the layout of buildings with its green mountain background, established in the 8th century.

Admission:500JPY/P

02:30 PM

Sannenzaka, Ninenzaka, historical preserved area

These are stone pavement streets lined with many shops and cafés. You can feel the atmosphere of ancient Kyoto. Even Japanese people also like this nostalgy.

03:30 PM

Gion

It's the biggest amusement quarter of female entertainers. You may encounter Geisha.

04:00 PM

Nihiki Ichiba Food Market and Depachika food floor of Daimaru Department Store

We walk around Nishiki Ichiba food market and the food corner of a famous department store. You can enjoy various kinds of Japanese food and drink.

05:00 PM

Downtown(Shijo Karasuma or Kawaramachi) in Kyoto

See you off in downtown Kyoto or at your hotel

Ending Point

At your hotel or Downtown Kyoto

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, Guide's transportation and admission fees

What‘s not included

Personal Expenses, Souvenirs, Public Trasportation Tickets, Food, Drinks, Snacks, and others

Tour Important Information

On this tour, we will use public transportation such as JR train, Subway, Bus or Taxi.

Important message from the supplier

I usually use public transportation systems such as trains, buses, taxi, and so on.

I like outdoor activities. If you would like to do hiking, cycling etc., please feel free to ask me in advance.

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
Kyoto Tour Guide - Koichi W.

Joined 2018

Koichi W.
4.97 / 5
(89 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Koichi W.

Hi! I'm Koichi. I was born in Osaka, I studied in Kyoto when I was a university student. Now I live in Shiga next to Kyoto. I am a national government licensed tour guide. I have been guiding about 160 groups over the past twelve months.

I usually guide my customers mainly in Kansai region including Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Kobe and Shiga by public transportation systems.

Well, I am curious about Japanese history, especially the history of Japan's ancient times since I was raised next to the world biggest mausoleum of the ancient Emperor called "Nintoku" in Sakai city Osaka which has just become one of the world cultural heritage sites. I dug out some ancient earthen ware vessels around there when I was a primary school student like the adventure archaeologist “Indiana Jones" (It’s our secret!!). That was my hobby. Now, one of my hobbies is outdoor activities such as mountaineering, kayaking, skiing and others. So I would like to take you to some good places where you can enjoy Japanese unique nature.

I love to guide foreign visitors from all over the world. I think it is my calling or heavenly given job. Let's go and enjoy together! I hope to see you soon.

Reviews

Excellent day tour with Koichi

It's very nice to go day tour Mr. Koichi. He is fast, friendly and helpful. He gave us detailed information at every place we stopped. He guided us through multiaspect of Japan history and daily living. Highly recommended Mr Koichi! Thank you!

Jennifer N.

Koichi W.

Hi! Jennifer san, Thank you very much for giving me such a nice rating and heartwarming comment. I can't thank you enough for the wonderful meeting you have given me. I sincerely hope we have the opportunity to meet again! Koichi

Kyoto has my heart!

Exploring the city of Kyoto with Koichi was the highlight of our trip! He was very informative and friendly. My children especially enjoyed the history lessons along the way. I definitely recommend this tour!

Esmeralda B.

Koichi W.

Thank you for your wonderful rating and comments for me. I remember fondly the days I spent with all of you as I look at the photos. If possible, I would like to meet you and your family, especially your grown children. Koichi

Best tour guide

Koichi was an excellent guide. He provided detailed historical overviews of the landmarks and shared many fascinating details about the beautiful landscape and architecture. He was also incredibly patient with our two children and offered superb restaurant recommendations.

Esmeralda B.

Koichi W.

Hi! Esmeralda san, Thank you for giving me such a great rating and kind message. I am very happy to have shared a wonderful time with you and your lovely family members. I hope to see you all in the near future. Arigato-gozaimasu!

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$383/ per group

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