Kyoto beginner’s tour
Kyoto popular spots & must visit spots
-Fushimi Inari 1000s Ted Torii gate shrine
-Kiyomizudera temple (world heritage)
-Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka
-Gion geisha district
-Kinkakuji Golden temple (world heritage)
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At train station or your accommodation
- Depends your travel plan we can make decision.
Fushimi Inari taisha shrine
Known for 1000s red Torio gates
Kiyomizudera temple
World heritage temple Kiyomizudera.
Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka
Higashiyama old housing well preserving area walk & lunch (if nesecery)
Kinkakuji golden pavillion
World heritage site Kinkakuji golden pavillion
Ending Point
Anywhere convenient for you
Want to personalize this tour?
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Including,,,,
-Hotel pick up
-Guide fee
Not including,,,,
-Entrance fee
-Transportation fee
-Lunch
Tour Important Information
If you have any special needs, please let me know in advance.
-Physical strength
-Food restrictions
Important message from the supplier
NOTICE: I’m an English only tour guide.
My Spanish & Chinese are conversation level.
I am sorry for people looking for Spanish OR Chinese tour guide.
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
About Tour Guide Kaori K.
Hello! My name is Kaori.
When I was young I was interested in tourism.
I was studying and working as tour conductor around Kanto area in Japan.
I lived abroad from my early 20s to mid 30s.
Australia, Taiwan, Central America, Great Britain, Spain and Italy.
Now I came back and live in Osaka where I was born.
The reason why I applied for the tour guide is because I was pleased when I guided my foreign friends around Japan.
Me personally love traveling a lot.
Especially trekking in the mountains and MTB trip by myself!
I’ve done El Camino De Santiago in Spain 4times!
Camino francés, Vía de la plata, Camino Norte, Camino de Madrid, Camino de San Salvador, Camino primitivo.
I’ve done Kumano Kodo pilgrimage, too.
I’ve travelled around Morocco, Greece and Italy by MTB :)
I love adventure!
I love to look up sightseeing informations and listen to the story of travelers!
In japan I also lived in several different prefectures such as Osaka, Nara, Wakayama, Tokyo, Kanagawa.
I might be able to guide you not only popular touristic sites but also to local hidden sights!
Please focus things what you like and want!!
I promise to do my best to organize a tour that is consistent with your interests!
Thank you for paying attention for my self-introduction.
I’m looking forward to see you soon.
LOVE
Kaori
Reviews
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Abhijit B.
“Kaori’s resourcefulness helped rescue our trip”
We had reached out to Kaori to be our guide for 4 days across Kyoto and Osaka, little realizing at that time that her resourcefulness is what would help us to complete our Japan visit without missing a beat. When the morning after Day 1 my wife sprained her ankle, even before we stepped out of our hotel that morning, and I thought that this was the end of our visit, Kaori literally took charge! Always cheerful and confident, she sprang into action and with lightning speed arranged for a wheel chair, a cane to help my wife walk a little at the attractions, some medicines to help, hired a van (since we were 5 as a family) to travel point to point, and took us around to most of all the places we wanted to visit as if nothing had happened. For the next 3 days she was right by my side and on her own shared the responsibility to push the wheelchair almost half of the time, so I could be freer to explore the attractions more and take pictures. She even called up the airline’s Japan office and arranged for a wheelchair for my wife so that even at airports my wife could transit without any worries. Thank you, Kaori, for all your help beyond just being our guide. We simply could not have enjoyed Kyoto and Osaka without you!!
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Kaori K.
Hello Abi. Thank you for your great comment about our time together :)) Your first message, you said your grand son is very special for you so I wanted to make all your family being together even age gap between 13 to 70 (3generations) We planned a lot. Somethings are unfortunately because of high season, we could not make but still all your family happy energy made this trip successful! You and me as a team to mission completed lol How’s Julie’s ankle now? Please be patience to heal good :) Wish to see you again in Japan! I’ll join your food tour lol Kaori
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Marcus L.
“Osaka day tour”
The group had a great tour with Kaori. Thanks for your patience and expertise, Kaori.
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Kaori K.
Hello Marcus! Thank you for your review :) 9 ladies are very sweet, energetic and good to care each other! I had great time with them :) Thank you very much for choosing me as a guide ;)) Kaori
Chase G.
“A wonderful day in Osaka”
Kaori was a delightful guide & gave us a great beginner’s tour of Osaka! She had great recommendations for food, sights to see, & a good sense of humor/personality. I would absolutely book another tour with her.
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Kaori K.
Hello Chase:) Thank you for your comment of our tour! It was relaxing fun time :) you and your mom are very much interested and respect Japanese culture and history. I was so happy to visit museum together. Wish you had good flight back to home. Thank you for your gift, too! Me and my friends enjoyed cherry chocolate :) And apple is on my key now! Kaori
$271/ per group
More tours by Kaori K.
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Osaka Beginner`s Tour
-The most popular spot Osaka Castle -Nostalgic town ‘Shinsekai’ soul food Kushikatu and Doteyaki lunch.-Feel the vibrant city Osaka! Doton Bori area walking-Try some Japanese sake at a local standing sake barThis is my basic Osaka city tour for Osaka beginners!
Osaka Beginner`s Tour
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Nara Beginner’s Tour
This is a Nara tour to visit the highlights. We will meet at Nara Station or at your hotel in Nara. We will stop by: -Nara deer park -Kofukuji temple pagoda -Todaiji great buddha hall -Kasuga taisha shrine -Naramachi old housing area If you like me to pick you up at Kyoto or Osaka Hotel, please ask. Possibly time & price will change.
Nara Beginner’s Tour
Other Popular Highlights Tours in Kyoto
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Kyoto Perfect Day tour : all the highlights included
Discover Kyoto’s must-see highlights in one day! We’ll start at Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for its endless red torii gates. After exploring the area, we’ll have a delicious lunch at one of my favorite local Japanese restaurants. we’ll stroll through the streets of Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka, known for their historic atmosphere, cute shops, and great photo spots. These slopes will lead us straight to Kiyomizu-dera, one of Kyoto’s most famous temples. At the end we will go to a traditional market!
Kyoto Perfect Day tour : all the highlights included
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Kyoto's must-see attractions and World Heritage sites in one day.
Perfect for those with limited time, this well-organized tour allows you to experience Kyoto’s most iconic sights efficiently. The itinerary includes the Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), Ryoanji, Bamboo Grove in Arashiyama, Tenryu-ji Temple, Togetsukyo Bridge. While these popular spots can be crowded, we utilize taxis to ensure a smooth and comfortable journey through this culturally rich city.
Kyoto's must-see attractions and World Heritage sites in one day.
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Bamboo grove and Arashiyama area, three World Heritages.
Arashiyama is the hottest tourist destination. It is incredibly beautiful in spring and fall because of its cherry blossoms and autumn leaves. In the fall, the leaves turn brown or red! In the outstanding Tenryuji, you will see a beautiful garden with beautiful mountains in the background. There are many other beautiful places with touching stories in this area. On the way back to downtown, we can visit two world heritage sites, Kinkakuji and Ryoanji. What a wonderful route!
Bamboo grove and Arashiyama area, three World Heritages.
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Early Bird Tour Western Kyoto including Bamboo Forest and Kinkakuji Kinkakuji
Shall we explore some of the most popular sightseeing destinations in Kyoto while most tourists are preparing for their tour? I would also like to take you some hidden gemes in Kyoto. Beat the crowds!
Early Bird Tour Western Kyoto including Bamboo Forest and Kinkakuji Kinkakuji
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