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Let's enjoy walking around the ancient city called Heijyokyo or Nara established in 710.

what' a surprize! It's awesome !

This high school boy will get a good luck !

The five-storied Pagoda in the Kofukuji-Temple complex.

a lovely deer welcomes you !

Hanging lanterns at the main gate.

Kasuga-Taisya Syrine

Daigokuden building which houses the Great Budda statue and two guardian statues.

Guardian deity called Komokuten.

Let's enjoy walking around the ancient city called Heijyokyo or Nara established in 710.

Art, Culture, & Historical

Joined 2014

Hiroshi Y.

4.69 / 5

(359 reviews)

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Nara

English, Japanese (Native)

8 hours

Private tour (only you and Hiroshi Y.)

Up to 6 people

Nara is the most ancient city in Japan. You can see one of the most biggest images of Buddha in Japan called"Daibutu-san",

and You also see many deer roaming freely around in Nara park.

We visit Kasuga-Taisya Shrine ,founded to protect the Heijyokyo, which is also the deity of Fujiwara family is enshrined.

Itinerary

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

09:30 AM

Meeting Point

J.R Kyoto Central station : Kyoto Tourist Information Center located on the 2nd floor of the JRKyoto building.

Todaiji-Temple

Nara Deer Park

Kofukuji Temple (Kofukuji National Treasure Museum)

Kasuga-Taisya Shrine

Todaiji Hokke do Temple

Ending Point

J.R Kyoto Central station

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

guide fee

What‘s not included

entrance fees, transportation fees, your lunch

Tour Important Information

Important message from the supplier

At least 3 days of notice required before a booking

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 2014

Hiroshi Y.

4.69 / 5

(359 reviews)

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About Tour Guide Hiroshi Y.

Hello,I am HIROSHI YOKOYAMA. Please call me Hiro, not "hero". I have been lived in kyoto

for more than 30years. So, I am very familiar with the city of Kyoto and a unique culture

developed in Japan as well. I can offer you not only historic places like Nijo castle, Kinkakuji temple ,Kiyomizu temple etc., but also off the beaten track spots Nijo jinya house or nicknamed

"ninjya house" ,Katsura Imperial Villa etc.. I am really looking forward to seeing you .

Reviews

Mehul P.

5 / 5

Aug 17, 2026

Hiroshima, a city " Every Human Being" should visit.

Aug 17, 2026

Kyoto

8 hours 30 mins

Customized

“Outstanding Private Tour Experience”

We had a fantastic experience with our private tour guide Hiroshi for 3 days. From the start, he was professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and very accommodating. The tour felt fully personalized and never rushed. Our guide tailored the day to our family’s interests and shared great insights into the history, culture, and local areas, making everything more engaging. Logistics were seamless throughout. He was punctual, easy to communicate with, and made getting around the city effortless. We also appreciated his restaurant and local recommendations that we wouldn’t have discovered on our own. Most importantly, we really enjoyed spending the day with him. And he made us feel comfortable and welcome, and it felt like exploring the city with a knowledgeable local friend rather than a formal tour. We highly recommend Hiroshi for anyone looking for a private, personalized experience, and would happily book again.

Hiroshi Y.

Dear Mehul P. I am very grateful to you for your great reviews on three days tour in Hiroshima, Kyoto and Nara. The first day you visited at Hiroshima, where you had a painful but valuable experience. The second day, you visited at four-must see sites such as Fushimi-Inari shrine, Sanjyu-sangendo temple, Nijyo castle and Golden pavilion temple. You may understand that how deeply Japanese culture has been influenced by Buddhism . the last day you visited at Nara, where you entered into the Great buddha hall and feeding deer crackers and visited at the most oldest wooden made Horyuji temple. I feel so happy because all of your family seem to have happy and unforgettable experiences in this tour, thank you for your cooperation through out the tour. Aug/19 Hiroshi Y.

Brad A.

5 / 5

Jul 24, 2026

Let's enjoy touring two must-see sites in Kyoto.

Jul 24, 2026

Kyoto

4 hours

Customized

“A great morning with Hiro”

We had a great morning with Hiro on a very warm day in Kyoto in July, We visited Nijo castle and Chion-in temple, Hiro led us to parts of the sites that we would have missed on our own, and explained their features and history in interesting and sometimes amusing ways. We really enjoyed the tour, and highly recommend Hiro as a guide!

Hiroshi Y.

Dear Brad I am grateful to you for your great reviews on a half day tour in Kyoto. I had a so pleasant day while guiding my guest like you who has great knowledge and interest about Japanese culture. I hope that you will visit Kyoto again in a very near future. Best Regards. Jul/26. Hiroshi Yokoyama

Karla G.

5 / 5

Jul 22, 2026

Let’s enjoy touring 4 must see sites in Kyoto.

Jul 22, 2026

Kyoto

8 hours

Customized

“Kyoto Flash”

Hiro is such an amazing guide! He really takes his time to explain all the sites and their history. He even interacted with my son and made learning fun by testing his knowledge. I highly recommend using Hiro to explore Kyoto's main sites in just one day.

Hiroshi Y.

Dear Karla I say thank you for your great reviews on one day tour in Kyoto. It was a sweltering hot day, but due to your cooperation through out the full day tour , you were able to visit 4 must-see sites in a day. I am very glad to hear from that all of you had a pleasant tour in Kyoto. Best regards Jul/23 Hiroshi Yokoyama