One day tour in Kyoto (Higashiyama area)
Tour will visit several places in Higashiyama area (east part of Kyoto) including World Heritage sites. As Kyoto is normally crowded, It is strongly recommended to uae a chartered taxi, in order to effectively use the customers' valuable time in Kyoto.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At the hotel
At your hotel
I will pick you up at your hotel
Hushimi Inari Shrine
Tour visits Fushimi Inari where is famous for thousand torii gates.Althugh the shrine area is vast ,tour will stay in shor ttime to see other places
Sanjyu sangen do temple
Tour visits the temple where is famous for overwelming one thousand kannon budhas.
Kiyomizu dera temple
The temple is famous for overhanging structure along the cliff. The temple was created in 8AD. World heritage site
Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka
Lunch and window shopping. Customer can enjoy the old time kyoto atmosphere.
Philosopher's trail
Customer stroll the trail along the stream enjoying the special atomosphere of Kyoto
Nishiki koji
Tour visits market selling fish, vegitable, tea, and other goods which are famous in Kyoto.
At your hotel
I will drop you off at your hotel
Ending Point
At the hotel
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
Guide fee, hotel pick up
transportation cost (customer and the guide), cost of chartered taxi. lunch
Tour Important Information
As above plan is basically made, it can be adjusted inline with the customers' interest.
Important message from the supplier
I can guide you the tours in Kyoto and Osaka. However such tours will be prepared in customized manner in accordance with your request, if my transportation fees from Nara to either Kyoto or Osaka are paid by 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
About Tour Guide Yasuhisa K.
I have worked in the multi-national organizations including UN agency for around 30 years and stationed at various cities including Rome, Bangkok and Hanoi. Although I have retired from those international carriers, I wish to keep the international cooperation and develop the friendship with people who visits our country. As I like history and am practicing Noh song and wood curving of Buddha images, I have decided to live in Nara where is surrounded by many historical places and traditional cultures, when I returned back to Japan in 2017. I wish to offer you custom made trip ideas to be able to enjoy the atmosphere of old city, Nara. I am also planning to develop trip plans to enjoy the local cultures. Please call me Yasu.
Reviews
Carolina P.
“Thank you very much”
We really appreciated Yasuhisa’s hospitality during our stay in Kyoto. He was very accommodating and flexible in handling our various last-minute requests, which we truly appreciated. If you’re looking to have a wonderful time in Kyoto, I highly recommend him.
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Yasuhisa K.
Dear Carolina. Thank you very much for your nice review of the tour in Kyoto on 8th April. I am also very happy to know that Mr. Bruno and his family were able to relax and enjoy the tour in hectic time constraint of the day. Yasu
Hope N.
“Perfect 2 Day Tour!”
Absolutely loved Yasuhisa! He is very knowledgeable, can customize however you want and he even made reservations for us in advance to exclusive places! You should definitely book with him!️️
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Yasuhisa K.
Dear Hope. Thank you very much for your nice review for the tour in Kyoto on 2nd and 3rd April. I was also very happy to be able to accompany with such beautiful systers as you. Yasu
Nathan W.
“A wonderful day in Nara”
We had a fantastic day exploring Nara with Yasuhisa. He showed us the local temples and shrines, helped us feed the deer, and arranged a vegetarian lunch for us. He even took us in his car to see more cherry blossoms a bit off the beaten path. He is a very knowledgeable and friendly guide, and he offers an excellent tour with extensive detail for each site.
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Yasuhisa K.
Dear Nathan. Thank you very much for your nice review for the tour in Nara on 1st April. I also enjoyed tour with you even in the rain. Sorry for my delayed response. Yasu
$250/ per group
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One day tour in Kyoto (Arashiyama area)
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One day tour in Kyoto (Arashiyama area)
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Walking along historical trail of Nara(1):Samurai road
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Tour for the East end of Silk Road, Nara
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Tour for the East end of Silk Road, Nara
Other Popular Art, Culture, & Historical Tours in Kyoto
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Kyoto Heritage Walking Tour
Authentic cultural insights into Kyoto’s geisha world, Shinto & Buddhist traditions Scenic historical streets without rushing Ideal photo opportunities A relaxed, educational walk through Kyoto’s most charming districts
Kyoto Heritage Walking Tour
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Arashiyama Morning Highlights: Bamboo, Temples & Scenic Views
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Arashiyama Morning Highlights: Bamboo, Temples & Scenic Views
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Fully customizable your own private tour in Kyoto
There are so many great places in Kyoto that you probably want to visit but perhaps not enough time. It is best to have a local person guiding you to come up with a plan that suits your preference. I can create a tour with you which includes not only popular places like the Golden Pavilion and Fushimi Inari but small temples with wabi sabi such as those in Sagano and one of the oldest Japanese sweets shops in Murasakino.
Fully customizable your own private tour in Kyoto
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A Zen Immersion at Daitoku-ji Temple: Gardens and Tea
Daitoku-ji is a renowned Zen temple founded in 1315. During this visit, we will explore three to four of its 24 sub-temples that are open to the public. You will gain insight into Zen philosophy while enjoying serene gardens and traditional ink paintings, as well as an introduction to the tea ceremony rooted in Zen practice. Optional add-ons include a zazen meditation experience (subject to availability) and a Zen vegetarian lunch. Refresh yourself in the tranquil grounds.
A Zen Immersion at Daitoku-ji Temple: Gardens and Tea
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