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Kyoto : Fushimi Inarii ・Kiyomizu-dera・Geisha District
"Higashi-yama" means Eastern mountain in Japanese. It is an interesting area with historic and scenic spots. They are located on the foot of Eastern mountains in Kyoto city. Anyone can enjoy visiting Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kiyomizu temple. In addition, walking in the historic site gives you a feel of olden time Kyoto atmosphere, and you will find a unique impression while strolling in the Gion Geisha district.
Meeting Point
At your hotel in Osaka or Kyoto
Meeting Toshi at your hotel
Toshi will come to your hotel either in Osaka or Kyoto to meet you. The time schedule below is an example, starting from your hotel in Kyoto city. From Osaka, it takes half hour more to get to the first spot, Fushimi Inari Shrine.
Fushimi Inari Shrine
You make a wish at the main hall of Fushimi Inari Shrine and then go through amazing number of vermilion colored Torii gates.
Yasaka-no-toh, five story pagoda
Yasaka Five-story Pagoda is very photogenic, one of the best picture taking places in Kyoto.
Ninen-zaka and Sannen-zaka Slopes
There are a lot of interesting shops along the path. You might feel atmosphere of old Kyoto .
Lunch
At a local restaurant near Kiyomizu Temple.
Kiyomizu Temple
Spectacular view of Kyoto city is on your palm. The guide will tell you a story of young monk who was seeking for Clear Water.
Gion Geisha District
One of the well-known Geisha districts in Kyoto. You might be able to see Geisha walking on the street, if you are lucky.
Back to your hotel
If you want to get back to your hotel in Osaka, or to your cruise ship at the Osaka Port, it takes about 1.5 hour from the last visiting spot, Gion Geisha District.
Ending Point
Your hotel, or convenient place for you
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee, hotel meet--up
Some restaurants, taxis, temples, and museums do not take credit card. Toshi will tell you, in advance, how much money you will need in this tour. Transportation fares (for you and the guide), lunch are not included, or other misc. purchases. Thank you.
Tour Important Information
* This tour involves pretty much walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes and clothing.
* Duration of guiding service : Minimum 6 hours, maximum 8 hours during the period of March 20th ~ November 31st.
* Some stores, restaurants and taxis do not accept credit card, so please bring enough Japanese yen with you.The expense of this tour will be informed in advance.
* If you start this tour from a hotel in Osaka or else other than Kyoto, the duration of this tour would be prolonged 30 minutes or more. Extra 2,000 yen will be charged for this extra time.
* It is recommended that you purchase insurance for your trip to Japan.
* If you are working for a travel agency, please note that my guiding service is not available for your tour program, thank you.
If you start this tour from a hotel in Osaka or else other than Kyoto, the duration of this tour would be prolonged 30 ~ 60 minutes.
Important message from the guide
* Toshi will charge actual transportation fee (R.T.) to get to your hotel from his home in Osaka at the end of the tour.
* Duration of guiding service : minimum 6 hours and maximum 10 hours during the period of March 20th ~ November 31st.
* If you are working for a travel agency, please note that my guiding service is not available for your tour program, thank you.
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
Kyoto Tour Reviews
“Great guide ”
Toshi was a great guide and was very patient with our family of 4. He was very knowledgeable and very flexible with our plans.
Toshi M.
(37 reviews)It is fun to be among the fine family as a guide. Everybody in your family seemed very happy. That made me happy too, to be a guide for your family. It was very pleasant day for me too. Thank you very much for your review. Take care.
Kimberly N.
Kyoto : Fushimi Inarii ・Kiyomizu-dera・Geisha District
“Amazing day learning about Kyoto”
We had a wonderful day with Toshi as our guide. We got to visit both shrines and temples with facts around the history of the locations. Toshi was very friendly and really made our day enjoyable. I would highly recommend!
Toshi M.
(37 reviews)Hi Kimberly and Alex, Thank you for enjoying your tour today with me. Weather was nice, cherry blossoms are nice, your review is very nice, you guys were really nice. I' myself enjoyed the tour a lot too, as a guide. Excellent guests! Merci beaucoup Toshi M.
“Young & old … perfekt ”
It was a nice Tour thru some hotspots of Osaka. Toshi is a very friendly guy. He gives me every Information i ask for. Domo arigato!! :-)
Toshi M.
(37 reviews)Hi Jorg, Osaka castle had maybe too many visitors that you did not feel like going up there. But seemingly you enjoyed visiting the 1860s museum. I'm glad that you enjoyed that place with Kimono on you. I felt like I was with one of close friends of mine. Very nice review. Thank you for that. I really appreciate it. Hope you will continuously have a fun time while you are in Japan. Take Care, Toshi M.
