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Kyoto Private Tour - Phoenix Hall of Byodo-in Temple
Phoenix Hall of Byodo-in Temple
Kyoto Private Tour - The back of the ten yen coin and Phoenix Hall
The back of the ten yen coin and Phoenix Hall
Kyoto Private Tour - The golden Phoenix, an imaginary bird, and the roof of the hall.
The golden Phoenix, an imaginary bird, and the roof of the hall.
Kyoto Private Tour - Wisteria in full blossom at Byodo-in Temple
Wisteria in full blossom at Byodo-in Temple
Kyoto Private Tour - An approach to Byodo-in Temple
An approach to Byodo-in Temple
Kyoto Private Tour - The scenery of the Uji River
The scenery of the Uji River
Kyoto Private Tour - The Uji River and Asagiri-bashi Bridge
The Uji River and Asagiri-bashi Bridge
Kyoto Private Tour - Asagiri-bashi Bridge spanning the Uji River
Asagiri-bashi Bridge spanning the Uji River
Kyoto Private Tour - The stone statue of Murasaki Shikibu, author of the Tale of Genji, the oldest novel in the world, near Uji Bridge.
The stone statue of Murasaki Shikibu, author of the Tale of Genji, the oldest novel in the world, near Uji Bridge.
Kyoto Private Tour - The torii gate to Ujigami Shrine, a World Heritage site
The torii gate to Ujigami Shrine, a World Heritage site
Kyoto Private Tour - The oratory hall of Ujigami Shrine
The oratory hall of Ujigami Shrine
Kyoto Private Tour - The oratory hall of Ujigami Shrine
The oratory hall of Ujigami Shrine
Kyoto Private Tour - The sanctuary of Ujigami Shrine, the oldest wooden shrine structure in Japan
The sanctuary of Ujigami Shrine, the oldest wooden shrine structure in Japan
Kyoto Private Tour - Nagare-zukuri style of the roof design, the sanctuary of Ujigami Shrine
Nagare-zukuri style of the roof design, the sanctuary of Ujigami Shrine
Kyoto Private Tour - Teradaya Inn in Fushimi, where Sakamoto Ryouma, a Japanese hero just before Meiji Restoration, stayed a couple of months.
Teradaya Inn in Fushimi, where Sakamoto Ryouma, a Japanese hero just before Meiji Restoration, stayed a couple of months.
Kyoto Private Tour - Teradaya Inn in Fushimi
Teradaya Inn in Fushimi
Kyoto Private Tour - Entrance to Kizakura Kappa Country in Fushimi    Kizakura: yellow cherry blossom  -  Kappa: imaginary frog-like animal said to be living in a deep pond
Entrance to Kizakura Kappa Country in Fushimi Kizakura: yellow cherry blossom - Kappa: imaginary frog-like animal said to be living in a deep pond
Kyoto Private Tour - Trademark of Kizakura Kappa Country
Trademark of Kizakura Kappa Country
Kyoto Private Tour - Beer tasting set at Kizakura Kappa Country
Beer tasting set at Kizakura Kappa Country
Kyoto Private Tour - Ryouma Gozen  ( a set lunch ) at Kizakura Kappa Country
Ryouma Gozen ( a set lunch ) at Kizakura Kappa Country
Kyoto Private Tour - Gekkeikan Sake Brewery in Fushimi
Gekkeikan Sake Brewery in Fushimi
Kyoto Private Tour - Matsumoto Sake Brewery in Fushimi
Matsumoto Sake Brewery in Fushimi
Kyoto Private Tour - At Wakaba, a long-standing, popular izakaya restaurant in Fushimi
At Wakaba, a long-standing, popular izakaya restaurant in Fushimi

The Fascination of Uji & Fushimi

Day Trip
Kyoto Tour Guide - Yoshihisa T.

Joined 2016

Yoshihisa T.
4.97 / 5
(258 reviews)
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Kyoto
Japanese (Native), English
8 hours
Private tour (only you and Yoshihisa T.)
Up to 5 people

This tour is designed for Kyoto repeaters who would like to explore southern areas of Kyoto rich in historic and scenic sites. Uji is famous for the production of high-quality tea and Byodo-in Temple, a World Heritage site. Fushimi well-known for the production of Japanese sake was a battle ground before the Meiji Restoration ( 1868 ) between pro and anti Tokugawa Shogunate troops.

Itinerary

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

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

JR Uji Station

Byodo-in Temple Ujigami Shrine ( a World Heritage site ) Walking along the Uji River

Teradaya Inn Gekkeikan Sake Museum Jukkoku-bune Boat Riding

Ending Point

Keihan Chushojima Station

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

guide fee

What‘s not included

transportation fee ( you and guide ), lunch, dinner and entrance fee for Byodo-in Temple ( 600 yen ), Teradaya Inn ( 400 yen ), Gekkeikan Sake Museum ( 600 yen ) and Jukkoku-bune boat riding ( 1500 yen ) .

Tour Important Information

You will take a train of Keihan Line from Uji to Fushimi, about a 15 minute ride.

The cost for dinner at the izakaya ranges from 3,000 yen to 5, 000 yen per person, depending on what and how much you eat and drink.

Important message from the supplier

It is desirable to carry overseas travel insurance because the guide is not liable for any damage or loss incurred during the tour. It is also requested to bring enough Japanese yen with you because some restaurants and taxis do not accept credit cards.






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 - Yoshihisa T.

Joined 2016

Yoshihisa T.
4.97 / 5
(258 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Yoshihisa T.

Hi. My name is Yoshihisa. Call me "Yoshie", please. It means good or O.K. in Japanese. I live in Joyo City, Kyoto Prefecture, located just in between Kyoto and Nara. I was born and raised in Iga, Mie Prefecture. Iga is a birthplace of ninja and a renowned haiku poet, Matsuo Basho. I might be a descendant of ninja. I aim at becoming a linguistic ninja, following a part of Basho's lifestyle with the incorporation of seasonal changes into my tours. In addition to visiting famous temples and shrines, I invite you to lesser-known places of historic interest.

Once in a month I go hiking or mountain climbing with some friends mainly in mountains surrounding Kyoto and Nara basins. Recently I have got intrigued by the charms of Buddhist statues, which are manifestations of people's wishes and prayers. I also like izakaya (Japanese-style taverns) hopping, tasting delicious dishes and locally brewed sake at reasonable prices. Especially I like communicating with people from home and abroad, talking face to face. Some of the above-mentioned elements are included in my walking tours. I hope you will discover new aspects of cultural and natural beauty in Kansai area through one of my tours which you could never gain otherwise.

One of my favorite phrases that come from Zen Buddhism is Ichigo Ichie or this meeting-but only once in a lifetime. My interpretation goes this way: This place and this moment never cross again. Each and every good encounter, however, lingers on like the sound of a temple bell. Won't you explore a deeper world of Japanese culture in Kyoto, Nara and Osaka with me?

Reviews

One of the best days of our trip

We spent 14 days in Japan and the day with Yoshi was a highlight. This was a full day customized to our interests. We walked A LOT and saw A LOT and learned A LOT. He is a good communicator about history and culture. He knows the best spots to take a picture.. He helped us in the subway stations to get around. We are world travelers I can confidently say he is among the best guides we have ever had.

Glenn A.

Yoshihisa T.

Hi Glenn. Thank you so much for your nice review for my tour in Kyoto. I really had a great time guiding and talking with you and your family since you asked me proper questions at each place we visited. I hope you have returned home safely with lots of good memories of Japan. With best wishes. Yoshie

Best guide ever!

Meeting Yoshi is an experience in itself. His warmth, kindness, and deep knowledge make him truly unique. He’s the kind of person you’d happily spend hours chatting with over sake and sushi as the plates keep coming. Without a doubt, one of the highlights of our trip. If you have the chance, don’t think twice — Yoshi is the right person to guide you through Kyoto.

Juan manuel G.

Yoshihisa T.

Hi Juan. I appreciate your heartwarming comment on my tour in Kyoto. I also had a very pleasant time guiding and talking with you two. I hope our paths will cross again in the near future. Wishing you the best of luck! Yoshie

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