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Kyoto Private Tour - A quick bite at stalls lining a passgeway in the precincits of Fushimi-Inari shrine, Kyoto city, Kyoto
A quick bite at stalls lining a passgeway in the precincits of Fushimi-Inari shrine, Kyoto city, Kyoto
Kyoto Private Tour - Kyoto Tower, Kyoto city
Kyoto Tower, Kyoto city
Kyoto Private Tour - Fushimi-Inari shrine, Kyoto city, Kyoto
Fushimi-Inari shrine, Kyoto city, Kyoto
Kyoto Private Tour - Byodo-In Temple museum named "Hosho-Kan", Uji-city
Byodo-In Temple museum named "Hosho-Kan", Uji-city
Kyoto Private Tour - Purification prior to shrine visit, Fushimi-Inari shrine, Kyoto city, Kyoto
Purification prior to shrine visit, Fushimi-Inari shrine, Kyoto city, Kyoto
Kyoto Private Tour -
Kyoto Private Tour - Writing a wish at Fushimi-Inari shrine, Kyoto city, Kyoto
Writing a wish at Fushimi-Inari shrine, Kyoto city, Kyoto
Kyoto Private Tour - Fushimi-Inari shrine, Kyoto city, Kyoto
Fushimi-Inari shrine, Kyoto city, Kyoto
Kyoto Private Tour - Byodoin Temple, Uji city, Uji
Byodoin Temple, Uji city, Uji
Kyoto Private Tour - Fushimi-Inari shrine, Kyoto city, Kyoto
Fushimi-Inari shrine, Kyoto city, Kyoto
Kyoto Private Tour - Kyoto Tower, Kyoto City
Kyoto Tower, Kyoto City
Kyoto Private Tour - Byodo-In Temple museum named "Hosho-Kan", Uji-city, Kyoto
Byodo-In Temple museum named "Hosho-Kan", Uji-city, Kyoto

Exploring Kyoto in Rakunan (South)

Day Trip
Kyoto Tour Guide - Masahisa M.

Joined 2017

Masahisa M.
5.00 / 5
(57 reviews)
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Kyoto
English
7 hours
Private tour (only you and Masahisa M.)
Up to 15 people

Kyoto is known as exotic sightseeing places and numerous historic, quaint old monuments are seen all over the town. This tour covers part of Rakunan (South district). Visiting Byodo-in Temple which was converted into a temple by Fujiwara-no-Yorimichi in 1052. It symbolizes the Buddhist Paradise.Fushimi-Inari Taisha Shrine, central shrine for more than 30,000 Inari shrines, is full of tourists.

Itinerary

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09:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel in Kansai District (Kansai district = City of Osaka, Nara or Kyoto)

09:00 AM

To meet you at your hotel lobby, with Gowithguide welcome sign board your name on. Followed after brief tour orientation, we start the tour of the day

We take you to Osaka METRO station or JR, private railway station to lead JR Osaka station whichever closer to your hotel. If you stay in Kyoto or Nara, we can save 30 min travel by train to JR Uji station.

10:30 AM

Byodo-in Temple

15 min walk from JR Uji station to Byodo-in Temple.

01:00 PM

Fushimi-Inari Taisha Shrine

We take JR railway from JR Uji station to JR Inari station. (20 min ride) 0 min walk to the first Torii-gate of Fushi-Inari Taisha Shrine.

03:00 AM

Tofuku-ji Temple

We take Keihan Electric Railway, 10 min train ride from Keihan "Fushimi Inari Station"

05:30 PM

At your hotel in Kansai district

Ending Point

At your hotel in Kansai District (Kansai district = City of Osaka, Nara or Kyoto)

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Included:

*Guide fee, hotel pick-up fee in Kansai District (Kansai district = City of Osaka, Kyoto or Nara)

*Travel expense as required for the guide to travel with customers by means of public transportation such as train, subway, bus.

Travel expenses for the guide included herein are limited within Kansai district (Kansai district = City of Osaka, Nara, Kyoto, Kobe)

*Admission fees, tickets for the guide as might be incurred at temples, shrines or the like.

*Meals , drinks or the like for the guide during the tour

*Any tax or the like as might be incurred by the guide in Japan

*Gratuity

What‘s not included

Not included:

*Fees to cruise river or sea or the like for the guide

*Tickets for Universal Studio Japan, museum or the like for the guide as might be required at private or public

entertainment facilities.

Tour Important Information

Uji where Byodo-in Temple was built is a city famous for historic temples and its green tea. A short walk along with Uji river to Kisen-Bashi bridge is so romantic and remind us of The Tale of Genji, a novel written by a noblewoman Murasaki Shikibu in Heian period. The cormorant fishing is held in the evening from July 1 to September 30.

Tourists can’t resist tasty foods at street stands which are lined in both side of approach to Fushimi-Inari Taisha Shrine. It has been a place of wide worship for the guardian god of abundant crops, businesses, prosperity and family safety since Inari Okami (god of harvest) was housed on Mt.Inari in 711. Approximate 10,000 Torii shrine gates stand which have been offered by worshippers nationwide as a testament of their prayers and gratitude.

- IMPORTANT -

Not suitable for tours with infants, children, wheelchairs and strollers.

Be quiet and respectful in Shrines and Temples

Remove hats and sunglasses in front of main sanctuary in Shrines and Temples

Not to touch old buildings, old remains and objects

Not to take pictures where prohibited in Shrines, Temples, Castles and museum.

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 - Masahisa M.

Joined 2017

Masahisa M.
5.00 / 5
(57 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Masahisa M.

Lived in Chicago (5 years), Toronto (1 year), Singapore (2 years), Indonesia (4 years) and Birmingham, UK (11 years) to construct business platform, now retired after 40

years employment in Japan. Dynamic tour guide who develops many different ways along with rich experience overseas to entertain large or small tour groups. Enjoys the interaction with tour groups, very strong group presentation and communication skills, finds each guest question as an opportunity to learn anything new. Constantly learning information about each tour spot to enhance tours. Guided 9,330 guests all over the world across Japan as of June 30, 2025 since Feb 2015.

Reviews

Knowledge, patient and fun experience with Masahisa

Our family of 5 spent the day touring Osaka with Masahisa. Since we didn't have much time in Osaka, Masahisa made sure we saw historical, cultural and modern experiences. We went to a couple of interesting museums and learned a lot of history and also got a break from the heat. He took us to eat and ensured we were taken care of. We went to the Umeda sky building and even to the Sumiyoshi Shrine. He was extremely patient with us as we navigated our way through the transportation system. He always gave us facts and history along the way. He took a lot of pictures of our family and really care for our experience. He took us all the way back to our hotel even emailed a detailed step by step guide on how to get to the airport . I highly recommend Masahisa (Mike) if you want to explore Japan. He's wonderful and kind!

Lynn L.

Masahisa M.

Lynn Thank you very much for visiting Japan with your lovely daughters and your entire family, especially during this period of extreme heat. As I guided you through the area, I couldn’t help but reflect on the history shared between Portland and Kobe — two cities that have each played host to giants in the footwear industry. That legacy echoed in my mind throughout your visit. I understand that you’ll be returning to work right away, without taking a break after your trip. I sincerely hope you return home safely, carrying many joyful memories from your family travels. Please do visit us again. Thanks Masahisa

Terrific Osaka tour

Mike was a great tour guide for my son and I! He communicated a detailed plan before our trip, and was flexible to our needs. Mike kept up a running commentary on interesting facts and features for all the places we visited, and kept a perfect pace for us. He made excellent use of public transit all day long, and we got to see all the things we wanted. Highly recommend!

Keith W.

Masahisa M.

Keith  Many thanks for coming all this way. Today turned out to be an unseasonably warm summer day, and I imagine you must be quite tired. Next time, please visit with your wife and daughter. Wish you safe return home with pleasant memory. Thanks Masahisa

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