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Nara Private Tour - a pair of guardian deities in Todaiji temple
a pair of guardian deities in Todaiji temple
Nara Private Tour - great statue of Buddha in Todaiji temple
great statue of Buddha in Todaiji temple
Nara Private Tour - Kofukuji temple
Kofukuji temple
Nara Private Tour - Kasuga Grand Shrine
Kasuga Grand Shrine
Nara Private Tour - Nara-machi, old merchants' town
Nara-machi, old merchants' town

Dear deer Nara! ~Nara Park & Nara-machi~

Art, Culture, & Historical
Nara Tour Guide - Michiko T.

Joined 2017

Michiko T.
4.99 / 5
(73 reviews)
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Nara
English
5 hours
Private tour (only you and Michiko T.)
Up to 6 people

We will visit Nara Park, where historic monuments and nature create calm and peaceful atmosphere. You'll see wild deer roaming hear and there. Walking in Nara-machi district will give us a chance to see an old merchants' townscape.

Itinerary

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

10:00 AM

Meeting Point

at Kintetsu or JR Nara station

Todaiji temple (World Heritage)

Nara was an ancient capital of Japan(710~794), and the terminal destination of Silk Road, a trading road connecting the West and the East. Influenced by international culture, a great number of treasures, including historical structures, Buddhist statues and artifacts, miraculously remain here.

Especially, the quality of Buddhist statues is marvelous! For example, Nio-zo, A pair of statues of Guardian Deities in Todaiji temple has a lot in common with Statue of David by Michelangelo. I will guide you to see such world-class masterpieces.

Kofukuji temple (World Heritage)

Kasuga Grand shrine (World Heritage)

Nara-machi (old merchants' town)

I will take you to Nara-machi, an old merchants' town. We will drop by shops of local special products, such as hemp cloth, tea, Indian ink stick, sake(rice wine).

Ending Point

ar Kintetsu or JR Nara 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

What‘s included

guide fee (18500JPY),

guide transportation fee from home to Nara (2000JPY)

What‘s not included

your transportation fee on the tour (¥210~¥500), lunch, entrance fee(①Todaiji temple ¥800 ②Kasuga grand shrine¥700 )

Tour Important Information

This is basically a walking tour. So I recommend wearing shoes that are easy to walk in. If you have difficulty in walking, please let me know.

You are supposed to pay in cash for entrance fees at temples and shrines.I would like you to prepare some cash.

Important message from the supplier

The price of the tour includes the guide fee and the guide's transportation fee between home and the travel city.

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
Nara Tour Guide - Michiko T.

Joined 2017

Michiko T.
4.99 / 5
(73 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Michiko T.

Hi, I'm Michiko.

I'm a national certified English tour guide.Since I was born and raised in Nara, I'm familiar with the sightseeing spots and attractions of Nara, and neighboring city, Kyoto.

Nara and Kyoto, old capitals of Japan, retain time honoured structures and art works. What is more, beautiful gardens and picturesque landscapes are always waiting for you!

I'm also a traveler who especially love to explore local foods and crafts, which have been passed down from generation to generation.

I'll try to guide you with best hospitality. When you have a chance to visit Nara,Kyoto and Osaka, please contact me anytime and join my tour!

I will be looking forward to seeing you.See you soon!

Reviews

Fantastic guide for family!

We had a custom half day tour with Michiko and she was not only knowledgable but really patient , thoughtful throughout our tour as it was an extremely hot day in Kyoto - > whilst we had to cover quite a bit of ground that morning. She adapted quickly and made suggestions that were very considerate and helpful for us , esp. when my children started to tire of the heat when we were visiting the Kiyomizudera temple area. We also swapped cultural stories and had a really lovely time with Michiko and time soon flew by when we ended the tour with us continuing on our feasting journey at Nishiki Market. I would thoroughly anyone to consider spending some time with Michiko if they are looking for a guide in Kyoto!

Audris S.

Michiko T.

Thank you for the wonderful review! I was so happy to have a chance to guide such a sweet family like you, including two charming teenage girls. When we were visiting Kiyomizu temple, you suddenly remembered the old memory that you and your parents had visited here and scooped the clear water in this temple ground when you were around your daughters' age. The story trilled me a lot! I'm dreaming that your daughters will revisit Japan when they grow up and rediscover the land of their memories like you! Please take care and keep on your wonderful journey!

Highest Possible Rating! Above and Beyond! Outstanding!!

My two friends and I toured Kyoto today with Michiko. She was amazingly knowledgeable, engaging, and charming. We all enjoyed her company and learned a great deal. I'm and old guy with bad knees. The sun was blazing and the going was tough, but Michiko was patient with me and more than helpful. I would not have completed the tour without her, and I will never forget her kindness. Her restaurant recommendation was equally spot on with the best food we've had on this trip. Thank you, Michiko! Steve, Jake, and Peter

Steve S.

Michiko T.

Thank you for the great review! It was wonderful to see how you were enjoying your trip in a joyful manner while respecting each other's interests. I was also amazed by everyone's extensive knowledge and deep insight into Japanese history, culture and products. I hope this tour has left you with beautiful impressions of Japan. See you again!

Amazing Nara Trip

We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Michiko as our tour guide! Her communication leading up to the tour was outstanding. She tailored our itinerary perfectly to accommodate our schedule. Through her, we gained a deep understanding of Japan’s rich culture. Michiko guided us thoughtfully and thoroughly through the shrine and temple, sharing detailed insights along the way. We truly enjoyed our experience with her and wholeheartedly recommend her services. We look forward to having Michiko as our guide again on our next trip to Japan!

Jing L.

Michiko T.

Thank you for the wonderful review. It was my great pleasure to be a guide to such a kind-hearted couple. How exciting to find a newborn fawn behind an old stone lanterns, wasn't it? I was also impressed that you’ve got interested in and appreciated our culture and lifestyle.There are many more gems to be found throughout Japan. Please come back to look for them with your family!

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