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Highlight Tour of Kyoto

Famous huge panoramic veranda of Kiyomizudera Temple.

Many visitors line up to drink sacred pure water for expecting some divine blessing.

Strolling street near Kiyomizudera Temple

Wide variety of souvenir is available at many shops along walking street

Exporing into cozy and traditional alley paved with flagstones.

Very classy teahouse in Gion district.

Lavishly decorated entrance gate of Ninomaru Palace in Nijyo-jo Castle

Mysterious rock garden of Ryoanji Temple

Highlight Tour of Kyoto

Highlights

Joined 2015

Kenji M.

4.74 / 5

(94 reviews)

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Kyoto

English, Japanese

8 hours

Private tour (only you and Kenji M.)

Up to 8 people

The tour includes five typical tourist destinations in Kyoto city.

We will start with Kiyomizudera of the panoramic view from its huge stage jutting over a cliff.

From Kiyomizudera to Gion Gasha district we stroll through picturesque paths.

In the afternoon we will visit Nijyo Castle, the huge residence of the Tokugawa shoguns in Kyoto.

Next we will visit Kinkakuji, known as Golden Pavilion.

The last visit is Ryoanji very famous for its mysterious rock garden.

Itinerary

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

07:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel

1. Kiyomizu-dera Temple ( with huge panoramic veranda ) entrance fee:500yen

2. Strolling from Kiyomizu to Gion area

3. Nijyo Castle entrance fee:1300yen

Admission fee is 1300yen for Ninomaru Palace and gardens

4. Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion) entrance fee:500yen

5. Ryoanji Temple ( with famous rock garden ) entrance fee:500yen

Ending Point

At your hotel or the final destination

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

guide fee, hotel pick-up in Kyoto city

What‘s not included

Special one day pass costing 1100 yen/person (you & guide) covering all transportation fee of city bus and subway.

Entrance fee for each facility.

Lunch,dinner for you and guide.

Tour Important Information

Important message from the supplier

I can customize any private tour if you give me the information of your request 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

Joined 2015

Kenji M.

4.74 / 5

(94 reviews)

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Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Kenji M.

Hi I'm Kenji

I have a government license of tour guide interpreter in English.

I was born and raised in Kyoto, an old capital of Japan over one thousand years

So I'm very familiar with many sightseeing spots and attractions of the city

Kyoto is a fascinating and picturesque city drawing lots of foreign tourists every year

I can show you around not only popular historical sites and relics

but also its various attractions such us Zen silent meditation, traditional sweets cooking,

kimono-clad walking and so on.

I can also provide tailored tours fitting to your liking.

I like a famous Zen phrase "Ichigo Ichie" meaning "Treasure every encounter

for it will never recur"

So I always try to enjoy guiding every tourist with my best hospitality.

Zen concepts have greatly influenced many aspects of Japanese culture

I will explain some of them and allow you to explore Zen world through some of my tours

Please contact me any time.

I'm looking forward to seeing you and spending wonderful time with you.

See you soon !

Reviews

Zane W.

5 / 5

Nov 18, 2025

Customized Private Tour in Kyoto

Nov 18, 2025

Kyoto

8 hours

“Private tour of Kyoto ”

Kenji was very informative and was a great day.

Kenji M.

Zane san, Thank you for your great review of our tour in Kyoto. It was an unusal tour combining very busy tourist spots in the eatern area with remote but fascinating temples in the west-north area. We could fully enjoy visiting wide variety of spots while I explain our culture, history, religion and lifestyle. Arigatogozaimashita Kenji

Matt H.

5 / 5

Nov 16, 2025

Customized Private Tour in Osaka

Nov 16, 2025

Osaka

8 hours

“Great day tour with Kenji”

Great day with Kenji - he was friendly, knowledgeable and very organised. He tailored the tour well for our interests, and adjusted them on the go - with the highlight being an Okonomiyaki lunch in Dotonbori. The trip to Umeda Sky Garden was interesting too. Thanks again Kenji!

Kenji M.

Matt-san, Thank you for your great review of our Osaka tour. I'm very glad that you liked my guiding and flexibility to fit your interests. I'm also glad that you could enjoy my recommended Okonomiyaki restaurant providing a wide range of menu adjustable to different tastes in your party. If you have another chance to come back to Osaka or Kyoto please let me know so that I can tailor any tour to fit your needs. Arigatogozaimasu, Kenji

Rochelle S.

5 / 5

Sep 5, 2025

Customized Private Tour in Kyoto

Sep 5, 2025

Kyoto

8 hours

“Amazing tour of Kyoto ”

Kenji gave us an unforgettable day in Kyoto. He was so kind and knowledgeable. He shared lots of history with us and although it was a very hot day he was able to keep us on schedule. We highly recommend using Kenji as your tour guide.

Kenji M.

Rochelle san, Thank you for your great review of our tour. I'm very glad that you liked my guiding and the most facinating sites we visited. Despite of the muggy hottest day in Kyoto, we managed to enjoy our tour on schedule with your cooperation. Your tour review will drive me to another enjoyable tour. Arigatogozaimashita, Kenji