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Kyoto Private Tour - METAIKO PARK
METAIKO PARK
Kyoto Private Tour - LA COLINA OMI HACHIMAN
LA COLINA OMI HACHIMAN
Kyoto Private Tour - HIKONE CATSLE
HIKONE CATSLE
Kyoto Private Tour - KUROKABE SQUARE
KUROKABE SQUARE
Kyoto Private Tour - METASCEQUOIA TREE LINE
METASCEQUOIA TREE LINE

Shiga Highlight Full day Tour From Kyoto

Highlights
Kyoto Tour Guide - Hiroki D.

Joined 2022

Hiroki D.
4.96 / 5
(24 reviews)
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Kyoto
Chinese (Simplified), English, Japanese (Native)
10 hours
Private tour (only you and Hiroki D.)
Up to 3 people

Departing from Kyoto Station and head to La Colina Omihachiman, famous for Baumkuchen and eating freshly made Baumkuchen. After that we will go to Hikone Castle and tour the inside of the castle. Also try some Omi beef for lunch. We will experience making decorative works at Kurokabe Square. Admire the scenery along the Metasequoia trees and return to Kyoto Station.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Hotel Lobby in Kyoto

- I am holding signboard with your name on it at your hotel

10:00 AM

Mentaiko Park

Visit the manufacturer of mentaiko which is a side dish made by fermenting pollock ovaries (cod roe/cod roe) that are salted and aged, then marinated in a seasoning liquid consisting of chili peppers, kelp, sugar, and soy sauce after removing the salt.

10:30 AM

La Colina Omihachiman

Eat Baumkuchen

12:30 PM

Hikone Castle

Hikone Castle consists of a three-story chalk tower with beautiful Lake Biwa in the background, but the castle, surrounded by two moats, has remained almost as it was in the past.

01:30 PM

Lunch at Omi Beef Restaurant

Omi Beef is the brand of beef that has been fattened the longest in Shiga.

We will eat at a restaurant that serves Omi beef near Hikone Castle.

03:00 PM

Kurokabe Square Artwork

Kurokabe Square, known as the City of Glass, is an exotic place lined with black-painted buildings. Try your hand at glass crafting. Create an original piece in 1 hour.

05:00 PM

Metasequoia Tree Line

Approximately 500 metasequoia trees were planted over a 2.4km area, and the number of visitors increased as the area resembled the location used in a famous TV drama. The beautiful scenery of changing leaves in autumn is a sight to behold.

Ending Point

At your hotel

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Tour Guide Fee

Hikone Castle Admission Fee & Kurokabe Square Artwork Fee

What‘s not included

PUBLIC TRANSPOTAION FEE (about $35)

Lunch

Shopping

Tour Important Information

*This tour is to visit Shiga's tourist spots by train and bus for full day.

If you wish to add or change your itinerary, let me know.

Along the way, take a break at a park overlooking Lake Biwa, so please enjoy taking photos with Lake Biwa in the background.

* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.

*The itinerary may change depending on the season.

Important message from the supplier

◆IMPORTANT◆

・Despite my available dates may be blocked my schedule could be opened by adjusting the time. So, send me messages. I will try to fit your needs as I can.


・I also have another job to do, so if your desired schedule is more than a month ahead, I will adjust the schedule. So, please contact me if necessary.


Thank you for checking my booking condition!!

・It is welcome to customize your tour. Inquiry me!

・Preferably, all reservations must be completed 14 days in advance due to my research for spots and my schedule adjustments.

However, I can accept a request on the same day if it is urgent.

・I can also guide you in other areas such as Kyoto, Nara, Shiga, Wakayama, Mie, Kobe, Himeji, Shikoku Island, and Hiroshima. (I do not stay overnight in distant areas)

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 - Hiroki D.

Joined 2022

Hiroki D.
4.96 / 5
(24 reviews)
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About Tour Guide Hiroki D.

【CUSUTOMIZED TOUR IS WELCOMED】

Thank you for visiting my page.

I studied Tourism at a college in the US 15 years ago.

After studying tourism, I worked at a travel agency before setting up a personal tour guide.

My goal is tol create a tour that meets your needs. I promise that I will aim to make you satisfied with tours that major travel agencies cannot imitate.

I speak multiple languages Japanese, English, and Chinese (still studying).

Reviews

A Wonderful Day in Nara with Our Amazing Guide, Hiroki!

From start to finish, our day trip to Nara with Hiroki was nothing short of exceptional. He greeted us with a warm smile at our hotel and made the entire experience feel comfortable and personalized. His kindness and attention to detail truly set the tone for a relaxing and insightful journey. As we explored Nara’s rich cultural sites, Hiroki shared fascinating historical and local knowledge that deepened our appreciation of each stop. He was incredibly patient, and it was clear he takes great pride in making sure his guests feel welcome and informed. A delightful highlight at the end of our tour was a visit to a charming goldfish aquarium—a surprise we hadn’t expected, but one that added a unique and peaceful touch to our day. It was such a thoughtful addition that made the entire trip feel even more special. Hiroki not only guided us with grace, but also ensured our comfort by picking us up and dropping us off at our hotel. His genuine care and quiet enthusiasm made this day in Nara truly unforgettable. Highly recommend Hiroki to anyone looking for a meaningful and memorable experience in Nara or Osaka Japan! Thanks for the amazing memories Hiroki - Troy & Z!!!

Troy N.

Hiroki D.

Dear Troy & Z, Thank you for a wonderful time. Although it was harsh to walk on a hot summer day, you enjoyed the tour. I am very happy to hear it. Please come back to Nara and Osaka once again, then hit me !!! Wonderful Guest!! Hiroki

A GREAT GUIDE, knowledgeable, nice and wants to make sure you're enjoying your tour!

We traveled around Osaka, Kyoto and went to parts of Nara and Kobe with Hiroki. Hiroki planned out a remarkable 4 day tour. First 2 days we spent in Osaka. Went to Osaka Castle, visited some shrines and temples, along with hitting major spots like Dotonburi and Shinsaibashi. Hiroki is very knowledgeable and provided many details and facts about everywhere we went. And when we asked questions about things he didn't know, he was quick to look it up and answer those questions as well. Our visit to Kyoto was fabulous. We asked to be in Kyoto at night as we wanted to see it both during the day and in the evening. This wasn't a problem and Hiroki adjusted our schedule so we could see Kyoto both ways. We went to Arashiyama, what a beautiful place! Visited the bamboo forest, monkey park and kimono forest (like downtown Arashiyama). The Kinkaku-ji Golden Temple and the Fushimi Inari Tori Gates are amazing sites not to be overlooked. We walked through some beautiful places in the evening. Gion and Kiyomizu are gorgeous at night. Gives you a different perspective or an older traditional look at Japan. There is so much Kyoto has to offer. Our visits to Nara and Kobe were short and specific. We wanted to see the deer park in Nara. The bowing deer are nostalgic for me. We used to have a Japanese Deer Park here in California a long time ago. Although I don't remember the deer nipping to get food, it was still a lot of fun to feed them. We also visited Todai-Ji where there is a huge bronze buddah. It is enormous! Our visit to Kobe was really to try real Kobe Beef. Hiroki found a place which had the history, kind of like a mini museum and teppan restaurant. Let me say one thing, It takes a lot of planning to make all these things happen in such a limited time. There is no way we could have planned, navigated and done half of these things without Hiroki's help. Our trip to Osaka was filled with wonderful memories and no stress! A big big THANK YOU Hiroki! Forever Grateful!

Steve K.

Hiroki D.

Thank you, Steve. Your feedback overrated me, but I am very pleased to make your tour special. It is very fun to work on your itinerary because you are too nice person for me. How was your stay in Korea? Did you come back to the US already? Thank you for the plenty of snacks and some gratuity. I hope everything will go well for you. Do not forget the tour to Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, and Kobe!! Thank you very much. Hiroki

Himeji Castle and Kobe

We had a fantastic day tour with Hiroki. He took special care of my sister, who walks with a cane, and accommodated all our requests in customizing this tour for 2 senior women. We started out with a bullet train ride to Himeji Castle and gardens- what a beautiful castle. Then we had a fun afternoon in Kobe- visited the AtoA aquarium and the chocolate museum. Both these sites will also be very popular to see if you’re traveling with children. Hiroki planned this tour beautifully and we highly recommend it. We can’t wait to come back with the grandchildren.

Arlene N.

Hiroki D.

Dear Arlene, Thank you for your caring comments. I enjoyed spending time with you two very much. I am looking forward to seeing you in Japan again. Take care. Thank you very much. Hiroki

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