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Explore Kyoto with a Local ! A Tailor-Made Day
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Joined 2025
A certified local guide from Kyoto will design a private tour just for you!
Every itinerary is fully customizedーfrom destinations to timingーto suit your group's interests and pace.
From Kyoto's iconic landmarks such as Kiyomizu Temple, Fushimi Inari Shrine, or Nijo Castle to hidden gems.
Tell me what you'd love to see or experience in Kyoto, and I'll create a personalized plan with my local recommendations.
No idea yet? No problemーI'm happy to craft a special itinerary for you from scratch.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your Hotel/Accommodation in Kyoto
- I'll meet you at your hotel/accommodation, if there's no preference on meeting place.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
This is one of the most popular shrine in Kyoto.
It's the head shrine of all Inari shrines in Japan.
This shrine is famous for the thousands torii gates, photogenic spot.
Nijo Castle
Nijo Castle is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
It's famous for its beautiful palace and stunning gardens.
It's one of Kyoto's most important historic sites.
We go to the highlight of this castle, Ninomaru Goten Palace.
Nishiki Market
Nishiki Market is located in downtown Kyoto, known as 'Kyoto's Kitchen'.
It's a lively narrow shopping street packed with local food stalls, fresh produce, and traditional snacks..etc.
Lunch
Lunch at the place of your choice or my recommendation
Gion/ Higashiyama District
Gion area is a place for entertainment known as 'KAGAI' =flower town with Maiko and Geiko.
Gion and Higashiyama are Kyoto's most charming historic districts, filled with old wooden townhouses, temples, shrines, and cobbled streets.
Kiyomizu Temple
This is one of the most famous temples in Kyoto, known for its huge wooden stage overlooking the city.
It's a beautiful temple surrounded by nature and the views are stunning.
You can enjoy the view of Kyoto City from this temple.
Ending Point
Your Hotel/Accommodation or any places on your request
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
Guide fee
Public Transportation fee / Taxi fare
Admission fees to temples or sights if necessary(400~1000yen per person/each site)
Meals during the tour
Tour Important Information
This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems.
This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
My schedule varies often but I'm flexible.
Please send me a message when dates on calendar don't work for you, I might be able to adjust.
Important message from the supplier
My schedule varies often but I'm flexible.
Please send me a message when dates on calendar don't work for you, I might be able to adjust.
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
About Tour Guide Yuka M.
Hello! I'm Yuka.
I was born and raised in Kyoto through and through. I know Kyoto inside and out.
I am a Kyoto City Certified Interpreter Guide. I want visitors to truly experience and understand the city where I was born and raised.
With many years in customer service, I take pride in my communication skills and hospitality.
Having studied in U.S.,I enjoy cultural exchanges and connecting with people from different backgrounds.
I also love sharing Japanese cuisine-how to make it and the culture behind it-so I can guide you through Kyoto's groumet scene in depth.
Come and enojoy Kyoto through the eyes of a local!
Reviews
Yasmin B.
“Perfect day exploring Kyoto!”
My family loved our day with Yuka. Before we even met her, Yuka was great about messaging in advance to plan out our customized day. We went to the Saiho-Ji moss temple in the morning. Yuka had a printed handout of the history of the moss temple, so everyone understood the history of it. After Yuka saw how much our kids enjoyed the Nishiki Market, she recommended we visit the basement floor of the main department store. I had heard how neat the "food floor" of the department store was from friends who had visited Japan. My kids enjoyed that add-on to our day. Yuka was so friendly and easy to talk to. We would recommend Yuka to any family.
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Yuka M.
Thank you so much for having me as your guide. It was a nice contrast of the quietness in the moss temple and the crowds in the downtown area, I guess. I'm glad that you could get to see the both side of Kyoto and I also love your family. You all are very respectful to the temple policy and our culture and history as well. I really appreciate it. Thank you very much for taking time to write this review and I'm honored to receive such a good recommendation. I hope you enjoy the rest of your stay in Japan and to see you again!
Sadaf N.
“Amazing experience!!”
Yuka was an outstanding guide in Kyoto! We had limited time, but thanks to her planning and knowledge, we were able to see all of the major highlights without ever feeling rushed. She was organized, friendly, and incredibly helpful throughout the day. Yuka shared fascinating insights about Kyoto’s history and culture, helped us navigate efficiently, and made sure we got the most out of every stop. She was also patient with our questions and went above and beyond to ensure we had a memorable experience
Yuka M.
Thank you so much for having me as your guide for two days. I'm happy to hear that you all enjoyed the tour. I also had a lot of fun with you three. Thank you very much for taking time to write this review. I'm truly honored to receive such a generous comment. I hope you enjoy the rest of your stay in Japan! Thank you again.
Fiona B.
“ Kyoto at its best”
Yuka M is a wonderful, she took me around the treasures from bamboo forests to fields of Iris temples so many magical moments she listens we had a wonderful time full of laughter. You won’t get a better Guide.
Yuka M.
Thank you so much for having me as your guide, Fiona. I'm really glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour. I also had such a wonderful time with you! fun and laughter indeed! Thank you again for the time I could spend with you and I appreciate you for taking time to write this review. I'm truly honored to get such a generous comment. Thank you very much and I hope to see you again!
$344/ per group
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