“Perfect day in Kyoto”

We asked to visit Arashiyama bambo forest, Nijo-jo castle and Fushimi inari for our Kyoto day. The travelling was well planned and the transfer between places was smooth. Toshiyo's english was perfect, and she shares a lot of historic and cultural facts. She even took the bus with us to make sure we return safely after the tour, as we were not familiar with the bus line. We really liked our tour and recommend Toshiyo for your Kyoto tour. We will book another visit with Toshiyo for our next trip to Japan.

Toshiyo O.

(269 reviews)

Dear Mrie-eve Thank you very much for having me as your guide and writing the kind review. I am glad you enjoyed my home town. I hope you will come back again with your pretty children. I will drive you to the far places next time in Kyoto. Thank you. Toshiyo

“Great tour with a very expierenced guide”

The two of us took a seven-hour day tour with Toshiyo. The tour was very interesting and well-organized. Toshiyo is a very good and experienced guide from Kyoto. She is very friendly and has a wealth of in-depth knowledge of Kyoto, Japanese culture, history, and religion. Her English is excellent, and she showed us and explained many interesting details. We visited the Fushimi Inari Shrine, the Sanjūsangen-dō Temple (1001 Buddhas), the Ginkaku-ji (Silver Pavilion), the small and very beautiful Honen-in Temple, the Philosopher's Path, and the Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion). Toshiyo discussed the route with us and was very flexible. We took a break in a small and charming café. The conversations were very pleasant and lively. Thank you so much for this wonderful day! We highly recommend a tour with Toshiyo. Philipp & Dominik from Munich, Germany

Toshiyo O.

(269 reviews)

Dear Philipp and Dominic Thank you very much for your kind review. I appreciate it! I am very glad you enjoyed my hometown a lot . Please come back again in another season. I am looking forward to seeing you again. Thank you for having me as your guide. Toshiyo

“Another Perfect Day with Toshiyo in Kyoto”

Day two with Toshiyo was even more incredible than our amazing first day. Her flawless English and extraordinary knowledge of Kyoto continued to astound us as we explored three magnificent sites. At Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Toshiyo's expertise truly shone. She explained the temple's wooden construction techniques, the significance of the famous stage, and guided us to perfect viewing spots we never would have found alone. Her insights into Buddhist traditions and the temple's history transformed our visit into a deeply meaningful spiritual experience. The Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji) was absolutely breathtaking, but Toshiyo's knowledge made it extraordinary. She revealed the symbolism behind the gold leaf covering, explained the garden's design philosophy, and showed us the best angles for photos while sharing fascinating stories about the pavilion's reconstruction. Without her guidance, we would have missed so many important details. At the Kyoto National Museum, Toshiyo's cultural expertise was invaluable. She helped us understand the significance of various artifacts, explained artistic techniques, and provided historical context that brought the exhibits to life. Her ability to make complex cultural concepts accessible was remarkable. Throughout both days, Toshiyo's genuine kindness, patience, and enthusiasm made every moment special. She anticipated our interests, answered countless questions with grace, and revealed hidden aspects of Kyoto that only a true expert could share. Toshiyo is simply the best guide we've ever experienced. Her combination of vast knowledge, perfect English, and warm personality created memories we'll treasure forever. Anyone visiting Kyoto would be incredibly fortunate to have her as their guide.