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Kyoto beginner’s tour

Kyoto beginner’s tour

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Joined 2018

Kaori K.

4.96 / 5

(176 reviews)

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Kyoto

English

6 hours

Private tour (only you and Kaori K.)

Up to 6 people

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!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

At train station or your accommodation

- Depends your travel plan we can make decision.

09:30 AM

Fushimi Inari taisha shrine

Known for 1000s red Torio gates

11:00 AM

Kiyomizudera temple

World heritage temple Kiyomizudera.

12:30 PM

Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka

Higashiyama old housing well preserving area walk & lunch (if nesecery)

02:00 PM

Kinkakuji golden pavillion

World heritage site Kinkakuji golden pavillion

Ending Point

Anywhere convenient for you

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

Including,,,,

-Hotel pick up

-Guide fee

What‘s not included

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

Joined 2018

Kaori K.

4.96 / 5

(176 reviews)

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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

Echo T.

5 / 5

Oct 29, 2025

Nara day trip from Osaka for Echo

Oct 29, 2025

Nara

7 hours

Customized

“Perfect day tour to Nara ”

We had an absolutely wonderful private tour to Nara from Osaka! Kaori was not only knowledgeable but also incredibly kind and attentive. From the moment we were picked up, everything was smooth and perfectly organized. She shared fascinating stories about Japan’s history and culture, and brought each site—like Todai-ji Temple and the Great Buddha—to life with insights. We also loved how she led us through the peaceful paths of Nara Park. What really stood out was her genuine passion and thoughtfulness—he noticed what interested us most and adjusted the pace accordingly, making the day feel relaxed yet full of highlights. It was the perfect mix of learning, nature, and fun. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide or a more memorable experience in Nara. Highly recommended for anyone visiting from Osaka!

Kaori K.

Hi Echo :) Thank you for your comment! We had such a great active fun day in Nara! You were little worried about long walk but I’m so impressed you all enjoy such long walking :)) You all are so fun people to share the time with! I’m looking forward to meet you again in Kyoto couple of days later ;)) See you soon!! Kaori

Susan L.

5 / 5

Oct 24, 2025

Kyoto day trip for Susan & Steve

Oct 24, 2025

Kyoto

10 hours

Customized

“Excellent fun filled 10 hour day!”

Kaori is an excellent tour guide. Communication via emails prior to our tour was always quick and detailed. She planned our 10 hour day based on our requests and her expertise. We were able to see so many sights in Kyoto and still return to Kobe and have a delicious Kobe steak dinner before returning to the cruise.

Kaori K.

Hi Susan :) Thank you for your great comment!! It was so much fun to spend time with you and Steve! Especially Market lol You 2 are so adventurous about food! It was 10 hours long tour (Kobe-Kyoto transportation time, too) but because of your cooperation we could make all in one day! Thank you very much! Whenever you have chance to be back, please let me know ;)) Kaori

Andrew P.

5 / 5

Oct 4, 2025

Kyoto tour for Andrew & Nic

Oct 4, 2025

Kyoto

6 hours

Customized

“Excellent ”

What a great day, we visited the famous Fushimi Inari Shrine, as well as the Imperial Palace and Golden Temple. Our guide was exceptional and took us to a local Sushi Bar for lunch which was wonderful. We also had time to see the Ryoanji Zen Temple. Our guide was first class, making it a really fun and enjoyable day. Looking forward to her guiding us through Osaka in a few days. Highly recommended

Kaori K.

Hi Andrew :) Thank you for your warm comment! We were planing for this tour such long time! So I’m glad you 2 enjoy Kyoto :)) I was happy to share the time with you coz of sarcastic jokes lol You still have some more days to enjoy Japan, ,, wish you have unforgettable time here :)) Safe trip! And see you again ;)) Kaori