ASUKA is the foundation area of Japan where the first permanent capital was established in AD694, about 20 kilometers south of Nara city.
It is here where the first Japanese emperors established their capitals and many of the country's oldest shrines,temples,tombs,stone monuments and archaeological excavations can be found. Today, there are also attracts with its tranquil,rural local areas.
Kyoto station ,Nara station ,or hotels
Kyoto station, Nara station, or hotels
Guide fee only
transportation fee(you and guide), lunch, dinner,entrance fee
Insurance policy:No insurance.No responsibility for accidents.
Buddhism was introduced to Asuka area in Beg 6th Century , Shinto was still powerful and dominated religion at that time.
Shinto is indigenous religion of Japanese based on natures and ancestors worship.No founder nor doctrine.It is a polytheistic religion.
Buddhism is originated from the northern India and came to Japan through China and Korean peninsula in the 6th century.The founder of Buddhism is Shakamuni and the goal of teaching Buddhism is to come enlightenment. There are many schools of Buddhism, like Kegon, Pure land,Zen etc.
Though there were heated debates which religion shall be worshiped after introduction of Buddhism, both religions has been harmonized and coexisted since then.
Thus, all town in Japan, temples and shrines can been found every place individually or sometimes shrines are existed same precinct of temples.
7days are requested prior to the date of guiding.
Overtime fee: 3,000JPY/Hour
Grace A.
Nara one day tour on 22nd Oct.2019
Customized
“Nara and Ikaruga”
Takatoshi made our trip very memorable! He was kind, patient and knowledgeable. His itinerary was great and we ended the tour trying Japanese tapas style dishes pairing with Sake. I highly recommend him! Thank you very much Takatoshi! :-)
Takatoshi T.
(29 reviews)Thank you very much for your kind review. I have also enjoyed the tour with both of you visiting places and having sake at that time. As mentioned, Nara has several cities and places to where you have to visit like Asuka etc. as for the foundation area of Japan. You are always welcome and looking forward to visiting again in Nara.
Debra R.
Kyoto, Highlight One Day Tour; Nijo Castle,Golden Pavilion,Ryoanji Temple, Nishiki Market
“Fabulous Kyoto Tour”
Takatoshi is a wonderful guide! He is knowledgeable, thoughtful, and so ready to share his love for his country and culture. We spent the day touring many sites in Kyoto and learned so much. We toured beautiful gardens and mastered the subway system. He’s totally fluent in English and our day was an enjoyable learning experience. We highly recommend him!
Takatoshi T.
(29 reviews)Dear Debra san, Thank you for your nice comment to my tour yesterday. I really appreciate it and have also enjoyed tour time with your member. Hopefully, we will see you again anywhere in this small world. I wish your safely back to your home as well as your and your family's good health and prosperity in future.
“Very great guide for discovering a bit of Japan ”
We spent one day of visit in Kyoto with Takatoshi. He knows a lot about history and the different tips along the road. We had a great English discussion about any topics. We do recommend Takatoshi who also walked with us to a really nice Sake local place. Hope to see you again in Japan
Takatoshi T.
(29 reviews)Thank you for your positive review to my tour in Kyoto. It was also nice time for me during the tour. I convince that you have spent great days in Japan , how was in Fukuoka ? Hope you had a nice time at Yakitori restaurant . I wish you and your family's prosperity in future and see you again anyplace in this small globe.