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(Short time) Kyoto Old Town Walking Tour
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Joined 2023
This tour is perfect for people who want to make a time-slip into ancient Kyoto! We will visit famous sites of the old town during a short tour AND you also get insights from me, a Japanese local!
If you wish to visit other different sites in Kyoto, please let me know. I'm flexible and we can customize the tour for you!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At Your Hotel (Kyoto)
Ninenzaka Street
Sloping street with historic Japanese-style buildings that typify Kyoto
Sannenzaka Street
Street filled with Kyoto-esque shops & restaurants
Yasaka Pagoda
5-story tall pagoda
Yasaka Koshindo
The most colorful temple in Kyoto
Kiyomizu Temple
One of the signature World Heritage sites in Kyoto with over 1200 years of history
Ending Point
farewell at the last spot (or nearby station)
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
Guide fee
Transportation fee, entrance fee (500 Yen per adult for Kiyomizu Temple)
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 2023
About Tour Guide Yuta I.
Hi, I’m Yuta, a Kyoto-based private guide offering tours in English and German. With 79 five-star reviews, I create relaxed, personalized days that combine must-see highlights, quieter local places, great food, and memorable photos.
Hallo, ich bin Yuta, ein privater Reiseführer mit Sitz in Kyoto, der Touren auf Englisch und Deutsch anbietet. Mit 79 Fünf-Sterne-Bewertungen gestalte ich entspannte, maßgeschneiderte Tage, die die wichtigsten Sehenswürdigkeiten, ruhigere lokale Orte, großartiges Essen und unvergessliche Fotos miteinander verbinden.
(From now on, I will continue in English for a while.)
As a local guide, I know Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara very well. I love showing both the famous highlights and the smaller hidden spots that most visitors don’t get to see.
I design custom tours for individuals and groups, whether you’d like to explore Kyoto’s temples and gardens, Osaka’s lively neighborhoods, or Nara’s peaceful parks and friendly deer. Along the way, I share stories, history, and insights to help you experience these places more deeply.
I also enjoy taking photos during tours so you’ll have lasting memories of your visit. Most importantly, my goal is to make your time in Japan enjoyable, relaxed, and truly special.
If you have questions or would like help planning, please feel free to reach out. I look forward to welcoming you and showing you the beauty of Japan!
Reviews
Mirjam S.
“Ein besonderer Tag in Kyoto mit Yuta”
Kyoto hat mich von Anfang an fasziniert – mit seinen wunderschönen Tempeln, den kleinen Gassen und der besonderen Atmosphäre, die überall zu spüren ist. Dank Yuta durfte ich die Stadt noch einmal von einer ganz anderen Seite kennenlernen. Er hat mir nicht nur besondere Orte gezeigt, sondern auch viel über die japanische Kultur, die Traditionen und das Leben in Kyoto erzählt. Gerade die kleinen Geschichten und persönlichen Einblicke haben diesen Tag für mich so besonders gemacht. Es war schön, Kyoto nicht einfach nur als Tourist zu erleben, sondern auch ein Stück weit zu verstehen, was diese Stadt und ihre Kultur so einzigartig macht. Danke, Yuta, für die tollen Gespräche, die vielen neuen Eindrücke und einen Tag, an den ich mich noch lange erinnern werde.
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Yuta I.
Hallo Mirjam!! Vielen Dank für deine wunderschöne Bewertung, ich habe mich wirklich sehr darüber gefreut! Es ist schön zu hören, dass dich Kyoto von Anfang an so fasziniert hat und dass du den Tag so genießen konntest. Für mich war es auch ein ganz besonderer Tag. Die Gespräche über Japan und die Schweiz unterwegs haben mir richtig viel Spaß gemacht, und ich habe selbst viel Neues von dir gelernt. Deine Energie und dein Interesse haben den Tag für mich leicht und lebendig gemacht. Du hast Kyoto bis zur letzten Minute voll ausgekostet, das war wirklich beeindruckend! Wenn du wieder in Japan bist, sag mir gerne Bescheid. Ich würde mich freuen, dich wiederzusehen:)
Ellen M.
“Wonderful guide! Great energy.”
Yuta is an excellent guide and I highly recommend him. His English was very, very good. He is very knowledgeable and shares good stories, history, and tips. He is very flexible and will plan a day around what you want to do, plus make great suggestions. He is also fun. You won't go wrong with him! Stop looking and book Yuta.
Yuta I.
Thank you so much for your kind review! I'm really happy you chose Japan as your anniversary trip destination. It was a pleasure to be part of such a special journey. Your stories about San Francisco made me want to go there! I was also impressed by your energy during the tour. You definitely have twice as much as me! Enjoy your last two days in Japan, and I hope to see you again someday!
Manfred K.
“A brilliant day in Kyoto with Yuta”
Despite the rain, we were able to spend a wonderful day in Kyoto with Yuta. Yuta’s German is excellent. His friendliness, his sense of humour and his knowledge of Kyoto are brilliant. And on top of that, he’s a very talented photographer. Thank you so much for the lovely, interesting, exciting and fun moments in this wonderful city. Manfred and Sarah
Yuta I.
Thank you so much for the wonderful day we spent together in Kyoto! Even with the rain, we managed to visit so many beautiful places and share some really memorable moments. I loved sharing stories about Kyoto's history and culture with you, and I'm so glad you enjoyed the photos too. You're both such warm, easygoing and energetic people, and honestly, days like that are exactly why I love doing this job. It was a real pleasure spending time with you both. Wishing you both a fantastic rest of your trip through Japan. Safe travels, and I hope our paths cross again someday!
$228/ per group
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