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Nara Private Tour - In the glimpse of a moment, a shrine maiden, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Nara city, Nara
In the glimpse of a moment, a shrine maiden, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Nara city, Nara
Nara Private Tour - Todaiji Temple, Nara City, Nara
Todaiji Temple, Nara City, Nara
Nara Private Tour - Todaiji Temple, Nara City, Nara
Todaiji Temple, Nara City, Nara
Nara Private Tour - Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Nara
Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Nara
Nara Private Tour - Kasuga Taisha shrine, Nara
Kasuga Taisha shrine, Nara
Nara Private Tour - Todaiji Temple, Nara City, Nara
Todaiji Temple, Nara City, Nara
Nara Private Tour - Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Nara
Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Nara
Nara Private Tour - Kasuga Taisha shrine, Nara city, Nara.
Kasuga Taisha shrine, Nara city, Nara.
Nara Private Tour - Kofukuji Temple, Nara City
Kofukuji Temple, Nara City
Nara Private Tour - Kasuga Taisha shrine, Nara city, Nara.
Kasuga Taisha shrine, Nara city, Nara.
Nara Private Tour - Todaiji Temple, Nara city, Nara
Todaiji Temple, Nara city, Nara
Nara Private Tour - Kasuga Taisha shrine, Nara city, Nara
Kasuga Taisha shrine, Nara city, Nara
Nara Private Tour - Todaiji Temple lying behind, Nara city, Nara
Todaiji Temple lying behind, Nara city, Nara
Nara Private Tour - Kasuga Taisha shrine, Nara city, Nara.
Kasuga Taisha shrine, Nara city, Nara.
Nara Private Tour - At TEMIZUYA (ablution front) prior to meet the Great Buddha, Todai-ji Temple, Nara city, Nara
At TEMIZUYA (ablution front) prior to meet the Great Buddha, Todai-ji Temple, Nara city, Nara
Nara Private Tour - Nara Park, Nara city, Nara
Nara Park, Nara city, Nara

Exploring Nara, Nara Pref

Day Trip
Nara Tour Guide - Masahisa M.

Joined 2017

Masahisa M.
5.00 / 5
(57 reviews)
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Nara
English
8 hours
Private tour (only you and Masahisa M.)
Up to 15 people

Nara is ideal for those who wish to see not only numerous historical structures but also to touch, feed wild deers roaming freely around in the Nara Park. There are 8 UNESCO heritages in Nara spotted sparsely in the historic regions which have full of rich tales in Nara period (from 710 to 794). Visiting 4 UNESCO heritages (3 temples and 1 shrine) in this tour in addition to one Japanese garden.

Itinerary

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

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel in Osaka, Kyoto or Nara

09:00 AM

At your hotel lobby

To meet you at your hotel lobby, with Gowithguide welcome sign board your name on. Followed after brief tour orientation, we start the tour of the day

10:00 AM

Kofukuji Temple

We take you to Osaka METRO station to lead Kintetsu Namba station whichever METRO station closer to your hotel. If you stay in Nara, we can save 45 min travel by train to Kintetsu Nara station. 10 min walk from Kintetsu Nara station to Kofukuji Temple through old temple town, Higashi-muki shopping arcade.

11:00 AM

Isuien Japanese Garden

10 min walk from Kofukuji Temple on the way to Todai-ji Temple

01:00 PM

Todai-ji Temple

5 min walk from Isuien Japanese Garden to Todai-ji Temple, through Nara park where 1,300 wild deers roaming freely around.

03:00 PM

Kasuga Great Shrine

15 min walk from Todai-ji Temple to Kasuga Great Shrine

05:00 PM

End of this day tour at your hotel in Osaka. Will arrive at your hotel earlier if you stay in Nara.

Ending Point

At your hotel in Osaka, Kyoto or Nara

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Included:

*Guide fee

*Hotel pick up fee in Kansai district (Kansai district = City of Osaka, Nara, Kyoto, Kobe)

*Travel expense as required for the guide to travel with customers by means of public transportation such as train, subway, bus.

Travel expenses for the guide included herein are limited within Kansai district (Kansai district = City of Osaka, Nara, Kyoto, Kobe)

*Admission fees, tickets for the guide as might be incurred at temples, shrines or the like.

*Meals, drinks or the like for the guide during the tour

*Any tax or the like as might be incurred by the guide in Japan

*Gratuity

What‘s not included

Not included:

*Fees to cruise river or sea or the like for the guide

*Tickets for Universal Studio Japan, museum or the like as might be required for the guide at private or public museum, entertainment

facilities.

Tour Important Information

Messenger of deity of Kasuga Great shrine, 1,350 deers welcome you all the tour long in Nara national park. First stop is Kofuku-ji temple which was founded by Fuhito Fujiwara in 710 during Nara period where the five-storied pagoda is a symbol of Nara national park viewed over Sarusawa Pond. Next is a short walk to a Japanese garden, called Isui-en (on the way to the Todai-ji temple) is also a must-to-see scenic spot. The third stop is the main attraction in Nara i.e Todai-ji temple, the largest wooden structure in the world, built in 752 and 2.8 million people took part in to construct, houses the 15 m tall Great Buddha statue. Fourth stop is Nigatsudo Hall which stands close to Todai-ji temple where the water-drawing ritual ceremony is being held in every March since 752. Last stop is Kasuga Great shrine which is a national shrine founded to protect the Heijyo-kyo, the new capital of Nara (form 710 to 794). 2,000 stone lanterns and 1,000 hanging lanterns are lit in February and August there and it brings you date back the time of the ancients.

* A scenic tour exploring, touching and feeling the area in 8th Century in Japan, a birth district of

Japan.

* A surprise greeting by wild deers

- IMPORTANT -

Not suitable for tours with infants, children, wheelchairs and strollers.

Be quiet and respectful in Temples and Shrines complex

Remove hats and sunglasses in front of main sanctuary in Temples, Shrines

Not to touch old buildings, old remains and objects

Not to take pictures where prohibited in Temples, Shrines complex

Take your shoes off before stepping on tatami

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 - Masahisa M.

Joined 2017

Masahisa M.
5.00 / 5
(57 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Masahisa M.

Lived in Chicago (5 years), Toronto (1 year), Singapore (2 years), Indonesia (4 years) and Birmingham, UK (11 years) to construct business platform, now retired after 40

years employment in Japan. Dynamic tour guide who develops many different ways along with rich experience overseas to entertain large or small tour groups. Enjoys the interaction with tour groups, very strong group presentation and communication skills, finds each guest question as an opportunity to learn anything new. Constantly learning information about each tour spot to enhance tours. Guided 9,330 guests all over the world across Japan as of June 30, 2025 since Feb 2015.

Reviews

Knowledge, patient and fun experience with Masahisa

Our family of 5 spent the day touring Osaka with Masahisa. Since we didn't have much time in Osaka, Masahisa made sure we saw historical, cultural and modern experiences. We went to a couple of interesting museums and learned a lot of history and also got a break from the heat. He took us to eat and ensured we were taken care of. We went to the Umeda sky building and even to the Sumiyoshi Shrine. He was extremely patient with us as we navigated our way through the transportation system. He always gave us facts and history along the way. He took a lot of pictures of our family and really care for our experience. He took us all the way back to our hotel even emailed a detailed step by step guide on how to get to the airport . I highly recommend Masahisa (Mike) if you want to explore Japan. He's wonderful and kind!

Lynn L.

Masahisa M.

Lynn Thank you very much for visiting Japan with your lovely daughters and your entire family, especially during this period of extreme heat. As I guided you through the area, I couldn’t help but reflect on the history shared between Portland and Kobe — two cities that have each played host to giants in the footwear industry. That legacy echoed in my mind throughout your visit. I understand that you’ll be returning to work right away, without taking a break after your trip. I sincerely hope you return home safely, carrying many joyful memories from your family travels. Please do visit us again. Thanks Masahisa

Terrific Osaka tour

Mike was a great tour guide for my son and I! He communicated a detailed plan before our trip, and was flexible to our needs. Mike kept up a running commentary on interesting facts and features for all the places we visited, and kept a perfect pace for us. He made excellent use of public transit all day long, and we got to see all the things we wanted. Highly recommend!

Keith W.

Masahisa M.

Keith  Many thanks for coming all this way. Today turned out to be an unseasonably warm summer day, and I imagine you must be quite tired. Next time, please visit with your wife and daughter. Wish you safe return home with pleasant memory. Thanks Masahisa

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