The best memorable day in Kyoto (7h)
Joined 2023
This tour is perfect for people who want to visit some of the most famous sites of Kyoto, and also get insights from a Japanese local!
What makes this tour special is that I know how to avoid the crowds and show you secret entrances to famous sightseeing spots!
Also, during the tour I can take photos and video of your fun memories and share them later (I have 10,000 followers on Instagram, so I am good at photos and movies).
*The secret entrance require taxi, a bit of walking and good weather
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel
Fushimi Inari Shrine
The famous symbol of Japan: the shrine with the 1000 red gates
Yasaka Shrine
1000 year-old shrine in the heart of Gion district
Ninenzaka
Feel the typical Kyoto atmosphere in the many small streets and slopes
Kiyomizu Temple
A big wooden terrace temple overlooking Kyoto city
Seikanji Temple
A small secret temple close to Kiyomizu temple
Lunch
At a entertainment sushi-restaurant or local foods at the market
Nishiki market
The biggest street market in Kyoto with local specialities, souvenirs and more
Ending Point
leave off there.
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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
lunch (about 25 USD per person), entrance fee (about 10 USD per person), transportation fee (about 15 USD per person)
Tour Important Information
During the tour, we will mainly travel by train or walking.
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 everyone! My name is Yuta!
Thanks for checking out my profile.
I've been living in Kyoto for over 4 years, and I love exploring and sharing the city's amazing history and culture with people from all over the world. During university, I spent over a year traveling around Europe, which helped me become fluent in English and German.
I studied at the University of Leipzig in Germany and got great experience through an internship there. My wife is German, so I'm always in an international environment, learning about different cultures.
Besides guiding tours, I'm also a social media influencer with over 10,000 Instagram followers. I love sharing interesting content about Japanese and German life, connecting with people globally, and showing off the beauty of Kyoto.
I offer custom tours for individuals and groups, making sure each experience is unique and special. With my deep knowledge of Kyoto's historical sites and architecture, I'll make your visit to Japan's ancient capital fun and enlightening.
During our tour, I'll share cool historical insights and stories about the places we visit, helping you understand Japan's past and its connection to the present. I'm friendly and attentive, so I'll make sure you have a great time in Japan!
Feel free to message me if you have any questions about your trip to Japan!
Hope to see you soon on one of my tours.
Reviews
Greg W.
“Osaka with family”
Yuta did a wonderful job showing us around Osaka. He introduced us to fried food on a stick (kushikatso). He was able to get our family of 9 around without issues. Good explanation of Osaka history. We spent 2 days with Yuta and would use him again.
Yuta I.
Hi Greg!! I'm delighted you enjoyed the Osaka tour and your first experience with kushikatsu! Your family was so kind, friendly, and really curious about everything, which made guiding you all a true pleasure.It was my honor to spend two days with such a lovely group. I'd be thrilled to guide you again whenever you're back in Japan!
Greg W.
“Kyoto with family”
Yuta did a great job guiding us around Kyoto which is no easy task when dealing with 9 people. He was able to give historical context to the temples and shrines. He is extremely personable and great to talk with. We would definitely have him guide us again.
Yuta I.
Thank you so much for your wonderful reviews! I'm very happy to hear that you enjoyed the temples and shrines in Kyoto. It was great to see everyone having a good time, especially during our lunch stop. I'm glad you all enjoyed the meal and the beautiful Japanese garden.
Susan A.
“3 hour Gion Tour”
Yuta is an amazing guide. He is warm, friendly, fun to be with and always thinking about how best to accommodate your visit in Kyoto. He is a skilled photographer and is more than happy to take as many pictures as you desire. The day we meet, I had a leisurely 3 hour visit of Gion, sampled several local treats & visited all the must see sites. I highly recommend contacting Yuta !
Yuta I.
Dear Susan, thank you so much for your kind words! I’m really happy to hear that you had a great time in Kyoto. I also enjoyed our conversations about your work, your hometown, and many other things along the way—it made the tour even more enjoyable for me. I hope you’ll visit Japan again in the future. Looking forward to seeing you next time!
$356/ per group
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