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Kyoto Private Tour - Kinkakuji golden pavilion in the snow.
Kinkakuji golden pavilion in the snow.
Kyoto Private Tour - Kinkakuji golden pavilion viewed from the observation place across the pond.
Kinkakuji golden pavilion viewed from the observation place across the pond.
Kyoto Private Tour - "Saiodai" queen of Aoi-matsuri festival, which began in the 7th century to pray for a bumper harvest and is held on May 15th each year.
"Saiodai" queen of Aoi-matsuri festival, which began in the 7th century to pray for a bumper harvest and is held on May 15th each year.
Kyoto Private Tour - Procession of Aoi-matsuri festival.
Procession of Aoi-matsuri festival.
Kyoto Private Tour - Infant girl of Aoi-matsuri festival.
Infant girl of Aoi-matsuri festival.
Kyoto Private Tour - View from the site of former donjon in Nijo-jo Castle.
View from the site of former donjon in Nijo-jo Castle.
Kyoto Private Tour - Tea house in Seiryu-en Garden in Nijo-jo Castle.
Tea house in Seiryu-en Garden in Nijo-jo Castle.
Kyoto Private Tour - Carp in the inner moat of Nijo-jo Castle.
Carp in the inner moat of Nijo-jo Castle.
Kyoto Private Tour - Ninomaru Garden in Nijo-jo Castle, a creation of a master garden designer.
Ninomaru Garden in Nijo-jo Castle, a creation of a master garden designer.
Kyoto Private Tour - Gorgeous Karamon-gate to Ninomaru Palace in Nijo-jo Castle.
Gorgeous Karamon-gate to Ninomaru Palace in Nijo-jo Castle.
Kyoto Private Tour - Approach to Tenryuji temple in Arashiyama. Greenery is especially attractive.
Approach to Tenryuji temple in Arashiyama. Greenery is especially attractive.
Kyoto Private Tour - Rickshaw being towed by a young man, a special attraction of Arashiyama.
Rickshaw being towed by a young man, a special attraction of Arashiyama.

Premium tour of Kyoto (1) : Arashiyama, Nijo-jo Castle & Kinkakuji temple

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Kyoto Tour Guide - Tatsuhiro N.

Joined 2014

Tatsuhiro N.
4.61 / 5
(74 reviews)
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Kyoto
Japanese (Native), English
8 hours
Private tour (only you and Tatsuhiro N.)
Up to 15 people

Why not enjoy your holidays in Kyoto? You can certainly get in touch with many things Japanese that we are proud of. They are old temples and shrines, cultural assets and the beautiful natural surroundings. You can also enjoy dropping in at souvenir stores and buy exquisitely made products, such as folding fans, porcelain and traditional Japanese cakes. I would like to take you to the following places, which are the three representative tourist destinations in this city:

(1) Arashiyama

It is the place where all the traditional natural beauties of Japan are combined together. They are Togetsukyo bridge, bamboo grove and the old temples. If you go up to the observation spot, you can enjoy the magnificent view of the gorge below. You can also see rickshaws of the olden times drawn by young people with smiling passengers on board. There are souvenir shops selling variety of goods and products.

(2) Nijo-jo Castle (World Cultural Heritage Site)

This castle was built in the early 17th century by the Tokugawa Shogunate government for the purpose of protecting the Kyoto Imperial Palace and as the accommodations when Tokugawa Shogun was in Kyoto. It was subsequently enlarged by successive Shogun. It is the castle as well as the palace, where you can see the powerful structures and beautiful gardens. You can learn, in addition, how great the power of Tokugawa Shogun was.

(3) Kinkakuji temple (the Golden Pavilion) (World Cultural Heritage Site)

The history of this temple began when the third Shogun of the Muromachi period acquired a tract of land in this area from a powerful statesman in 1397 and built a villa of his own to entertain the Emperor and members of the nobility. The upper two levels of the temple are covered with pieces of gold foil and are shining brilliantly against the background of the rich greenery. The pond in the foreground reflects the golden structure. It looks like the materialization of Pure Land of Buddha in this world. In addition, on the top of the golden structure is the shining phoenix.

Itinerary

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09:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel

(1) Togetsukyo bridge (2) Nijo-jo Castle Karamon gate (3) Kinkakuji golden pavilion

Natural surroundings and powerful structures

Ending Point

At your hotel

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

guide fee, hotel pick-up in Kyoto area

What‘s not included

transportation fee (you and guide), lunch, dinner, entrance fee, hotel pick-up in areas outside Kyoto region


Tour Important Information

This place is hugely crowded at any time of a year. Please be careful so that you will not be separated from your group or get lost.

Important message from the supplier

I would like at least 7 days notice before a booking.

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 Guide - Tatsuhiro N.

Joined 2014

Tatsuhiro N.
4.61 / 5
(74 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Tatsuhiro N.

It took me some 20 years to be qualified for this job and I feel honored for being able to help tourists from abroad understand our nation and culture. Japan is a beautiful country with a long history, tradition and rich cultural heritages, having various features in each of the four distinct seasons. Although there are now many visitors from abroad, mainly from Asian countries, they are mostly interested in shopping taking advantage of cheaper yen rather than understanding our people and culture. Kyoto and Nara are the two cities best known by foreign tourists, but not all the aspects of Japanese culture are concentrated there. If you visit the countryside other than these two cities, you will never fail to see the beautiful natural surroundings and people who will warmly welcome you. I wish to work as the bridge between Japanese people and tourists from all over the world.

Reviews

A mature and thoughtful tour

We had a wonderful day exploring Osaka and Nara with our guide, Hiro. As an experienced and wise guide, he shared his deep knowledge of the region with us in such an engaging and thoughtful way. Hiro took us through Osaka’s highlights and then to the famous Nara Deer Park and Todai-ji Temple, where his stories and insights gave us a much richer understanding of the area’s history and culture. His genuine nature and warm personality made the experience both enjoyable and memorable. It was clear how much care Hiro put into ensuring we had the best experience, and we truly appreciated his thoughtfulness throughout the day. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to explore Osaka and Nara with a knowledgeable and sincere guide.

Michael S.

Tatsuhiro N.

Hi Michael-san & loved ones, Thank you so much for your heart-warming comment. I am really inspired and encouraged by it. I am glad you had the opportunity to be in touch with the atmosphere of the ancient capital city. I am glad also that you had a happy time mixing with deer. I wish you all a healthy, happy future and the promising days ahead for your young kids. Regards, Hiro

Excellent gentlemanly service

Hiru showed my family around Kyoto for a day. It was extremely hot and he tried his best to make the visit as easy as possible for us. We learnt several interesting facts on history, Buddhism, Shintoism and Kyoto itself. I would recommend fully this experience, the only thing I would say is that if you suffer from the heat or periods of standing and walking then this tour could be challenging for you to complete.

Jack H.

Tatsuhiro N.

Hi Jack-san, Thank you very much for giving me a full mark. I am greatly encouraged by your favorable comment and I will keep your advice in mind in my future job. Best regard, Hiro

Premium tour of Kyoto - Wodnerful!

Tatsuhiro was a wonderful tour guide for our first time in Kyoto. Very accommodating and considerate. Tatsuhiro was very informative on the subjects and historical sites we visited. It was a wonderful experience, definitely recommend!

Brandon W.

Tatsuhiro N.

Hi Brandon-san, Thank you very much for your favorable comment. Nothing is more encouraging and inspiring than receiving a high mark from my customer for the job I have done. I wish you will have enjoyable days ahead. Above all, a good health. Regards, Hiro

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