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Exploring Nishino-Kyo, Nara
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Joined 2017
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 3 UNESCO heritages (3 temples) in this tour.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel lobby in Kansai district (Kansai district = City of Osaka, Kyoto and Nara)
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
Yakushi-ji Temple, started building in 680 and completed in 698
We take you to Osaka METRO station to lead Kintetsu Namba station whichever METRO station closer to your hotel. If you stay in Kyoto or Nara, we can save 30 ~ 45 min travel by train to Kintetsu Nishino-Kyo Station. 10 min walk from Nishino-Kyo station to Yakushi-Ji temple.
Toshodai-ji Temple, started building in 759 and completed in 810
Toshodai-ji Temple locates 10 min walk to the north from Yakushi-ji Temple.
Horyu-ji Temple, built in 607
End of this day tour at your hotel in Osaka. Will arrive at your hotel by 16:30 or earlier if you stay in Nara.
Ending Point
At your hotel lobby in Kansai district (Kansai district = city of Osaka, Kyoto and Nara)
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
Included:
*Guide fee, hotel pick up fee in Kansai district (Kansai district = City of Osaka, Nara, Kyoto)
*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)
*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
Not included:
*Fees to cruise river or sea or the like for the guide.
*Tickets for Universal Studio Japan, museum or the like for the guide as might be required at private or public entertainment facilities.
Tour Important Information
A scenic tour exploring, touching and feeling the area in 7th to 8th Century in Japan, a birth district of Japan
* Construction of Yakushi-ji was started at the bequest of Emperor Tenmu, whose hope was to bring about the Empress’s recovery from
Illness in 680.
* Toshodai-ji Temple was founded by the Chinese monk Ganjin in 759 as a place for teaching the Ritsu sect of Buddhism.
* Horyu-ji temple, constructed in 607, is the world oldest wooden structure, by the Emperor of the time and Prince Shotoku.
- IMPORTANT -
Not suitable for tours with infants, children, senior people, wheelchairs and strollers.
Please be quiet and respectful in Temples, Shrines
Please remove hats and sunglasses in front of main sanctuary in Temples, Shrines
Please not to touch old buildings, old remains and objects
Please not to take pictures where prohibited in Temples, Shrines
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 2017
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 9,513 guests all over the world across Japan as of March 31, 2026 since Feb 2015.
Reviews
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Sam F.
“Wonderful day in Kyoto with Masahita”
Masahita knows the history and cultural significance of the shrines, temples, and important sites in Kyoto. We enjoyed spending the day with him. Masahita is a true Japanese gentleman who looks out for his guests and goes the extra mile to take care of their needs. He walks at a brisk pace and keeps his group on task so that you can cover a lot of ground in a single day. He explained so much about the Japanese religious customs. He also prepared a dossier for us with very helpful recommendations for our free day in Kyoto. I highly recommend Masahita.
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Masahisa M.
Sam Thank you for traveling such a long distance with your wife and sons to visit us on your family trip. Kyoto, the ancient capital, now has only a few places left where one can still sense the serene and austerely elegant atmosphere of the old court culture. I would be delighted if you were able to feel even a small part of Kyoto’s timeless charm. I understand that you will continue your journey with your wife to various regions of Japan on and on. I sincerely hope your travels will be filled with wonderful memories, and I pray for your safe return home. Thanks Masahisa
Aerdevacanta A.
“Amazing trip!”
We also visited Kyoto with Mr. Masahisa and, once again, we were very impressed. Managing a group of 20 people from a cruise ship can be challenging, but he made it look easy. He tailored the itinerary perfectly to our interests and ensured everything ran smoothly. He is very professional and has a great way of explaining the local culture. We highly recommend him if you are planning a trip to Kyoto!
Masahisa M.
Andra I hope everyone returned home safely. Thank you for traveling all the way to Japan. I truly appreciated your cooperation and smooth coordination throughout the tour. I only wish I could have shown everyone the cherry blossoms in full bloom, but I hope the group still enjoyed their time in Japan. If there is anything I can assist you with in the future, please feel free to let me know. Thanks again for your hard work in taking care of the 20 guests throughout the tour. Thanks Masahisa
Aerdevacanta A.
“Amazing experience in Osaka!”
We had a wonderful day in Osaka! We were a group of 20 people visiting from a cruise ship, and Mr. Masahisa managed everything perfectly. He tailored the itinerary exactly to our needs and made sure everyone was happy and comfortable. He is very knowledgeable and kind. If you're visiting Osaka, Kyoto, or Nara, we highly recommend him. Thank you, Masahisa!
Masahisa M.
Andra Thank you for all your hard work in coordinating the tour for 20 guests. For the next opportunity, how about adding to your travel lineup some tours to regions that offer a different charm from Kyoto or Osaka — places where the traditional, idyllic / untouched landscapes of Japan still remain, such as Hokkaido, the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, Kiso–Magome, or Shirakawa-go? I sincerely appreciate your choosing Kyoto and Osaka from among the many tourist destinations around the world for this trip. Thanks Masahisa
$283/ per group
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