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Hidden Gems of Kyoto covered with greenery world
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Joined 2018
Sometimes you had better choose the day when you visit somewhere when you travel. Some places are opened to public or not, depending on the day or certain period.
Ruriko-in is opened to public during only three months in spring and two months in autumn. You will be amazed at the beautiful reflection of green maple leaves on the table. Then we will enjoy visiting Sanzen-in and Hosen-in in Ohara. I recommend you visit on weekdays to avoid waiting for a long time in the long line at Ruriko-in.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Keihan Demachi Yanagi Station (If you want me to pick you up at your hotel, the meeting time should be at 8:30 at your hotel and we may use a taxi to Demachi Yanagi Station.
Ruriko-in : This temple is opened to public only 3 months from spring to summer and 2 months in autumn. You will be amazed at its beautiful reflecion of green maple leaves on the table.
If you are interested in taking pictures, you can take wonderful pictures!
Sanzen-in: You can enjoy walking in the precinct covered with moss and Japanese cedar trees.
In the 2nd week of June, you can also enjoy many beautiful hydrangeas at Sanzen-in.
Hosen-in: You can have maccha green tea in front of the garden (huge pine tree which is 700 years old)
Ending Point
Keihan Demachi Yanagi Station (I will tell you how to go back to your hotel from there)
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, hotel pick up in Kyoto area if you want (Please pay taxi, to Demachi-Yanagi Station from your hotel)
Transportation fee (you and your guide)
Entrance fee: Ruriko-in, 2000 Japanese yen
Sanzen-in, 700 Japanese yen
Hosen-in, 800 Japanese yen (including maccha and sweet)
Lunch (you and your guide)
Tour Important Information
For your reference, Ruriko-in will be opened to public during April 15 to June 13 and July 15 to August 17 in 2022 (10:00 ~ 17:00)
Meeting time is flexible, however, to avoid many people, I recommend you start this tour at 9:00 and be in front of Ruriko-in before 10:00.
After spending about an hour in Ruriko-in, we will take a bus to Ohara.
As for Monday, Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays, I will manage to have this tour if you book me earlier.
Important message from the supplier
If you book me early, I can exchange mails with you many times to know what you want to do in details, collect information and prepare a lot for your plan. Please don't hesitate to ask me anything in advance.
I can guide you in the morning almost every day.(from 8:30 or 9:00 AM till 13:00 or 13:30PM)
This year, in case of the full day tour, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, are available.
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 2018
About Tour Guide Tomoe S.
Hello! My name is Tomoe. I'm a national licensed guide interpreter(English). I made my page here, TripleLights in October 2018. Thank you for finding me.
I was born and grew up in Otsu,Shiga, which is the next city of Kyoto.
I graduated from the university in Kyoto and lived there for four years due to my husband's job.
I like history and like to visit temples in Nara.
My hobby is to plan trips and have visited many cities and towns in Japan and abroad. One of my favorite places is the AIRPORT!!
I have enjoyed meeting and guiding people from abroad, to sightseeing spots in my country.
I really want many people from abroad to enjoy visiting many places and have wonderful experiences in my country. I'll be really happy if I can have such experiences with you!!
Please tell and ask me if there are any places which you want to visit and anything which you want to do in my country. I'll plan the trip only for you.
I am cheerful and always positive. I like to talk with people. I would like to talk with many people from many countries. Please tell me about your country, too!!
I'm looking forward to seeing you!!
* If you want, I will take you back to your hotel (within the time or with the extra hourly rate)
Or, I will show you how to go back to your hotel when we finish the tour.
* If you want, I will give you some advice about what to and where to eat your lunch/dinner.
Reviews
Tracey jane A.
“Full day wirh Tomoe”
Had a great day in Kyoto. We were met ar our hotel and shown some amazing sights. Lunch at a secret spot was delicious.
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Tomoe S.
Dear Tracey, Thank you very much for your review! I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed Kyoto with me! We were able to see the amazing cherry blossoms in full bloom, right? I hope that you will come to Kyoto again. Thank you very much for booking me as your guide so early. TOMOE
Eric D.
“A day in Kyoto ”
Tomoe was nothing short of amazing. From the moment she met us at Kyoto Station to the moment she stayed to see our train depart, she took exceptional care of both my 12-year-old daughter and me. She guided us through the many wonders of this incredible city with insight, warmth, and attention to detail. Her knowledge, kindness, and ability to connect made the entire experience truly special. She didn’t just show us Kyoto — she made the day unforgettable. Thank you, Tomoe. We sincerely hope to see you again soon.
Tomoe S.
Dear Eric, Thank you very much for your wonderful review! Meeting with such a charming daddy and daughter was a nice present for me! Both of you were eager to learn about Japanese culture, history, and so on, and I was happy to talk with you a lot. Yes! I do hope that I can see you again. Thank you very much for booking me as your guide in Kyoto. TOMOE
Jennifer C.
“Memorable Kyoto with Tomoe”
We had a private tour of Kyoto with Tomoe as our guide, and she was fantastic! She was friendly and knowledgeable, and her spoken English was very good (much better than our Japanese!). We had communicated with her before our arrival, with the sites we wanted to visit. On the tour date, she picked us up from our hotel, and was very prepared with the bus/train routes we had to take. Overall, it was a memorable sightseeing day with a very enjoyable guide - we highly recommend Tomoe!
Tomoe S.
Dear Jennifer and J family, Thank you very much for your wonderful review! I had a favorite day with such a nice family! I enjoyed talking with you a lot. I hope that you will come back to Kyoto and I can see you again. Thank you very much for booking me as your guide. Please say 'Hi!' to all of your family. TOMOE
$213/ per group
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