Nara was once the ancient capital of Japan. There are many historical sites, artefacts, relics, temples and shrines. There is a proof that the capital flourished in the 8th century. Nara is also rich in nature. Mountains, primitive forests and parks enhance the attraction of Nara.
This tour includes Kofukuji Temple, Todaiji Temple and Kasuga Shrine, which are World Heritage Sites.
We will also visit the Nara Park which is famous for deer.
Let's enjoy the tour in Nara together !
At your hotel in Osaka or Nara
You can choose any hotel or train station near your accommodation.
If you stay at a hotel in Osaka, we will start the tour earlier.
Kofukuji Temple is one of the World Heritage Sites in Nara.
It was designated as a place of Historical Monuments of Ancient Nara in 1998.
You can see beautiful structures such as the Central Hall, the Octagonal Halls, the Pagoda, the east hall and the pond in the temple.
You can also learn about the history of the ancient capital and Buddhism here.
Let's enjoy walking in the temple together !
The Nara Park is famous for a lot of deer.
They have been regarded as messengers of God since ancient times.
They fit well with the scenery of this holy city.
Let's enjoy seeing a lot of deer while walking in a beautiful park.
The garden area was a part of the Kofukuji Temple precinct before.
The garden is a landscape garden. It is a relaxing and peaceful garden.
Greeneries, stones and ponds make the garden's serene beauty.
You can see seasonal flowers there.
Let's enjoy walking in the quiet and peaceful garden.
There are some restaurants near the Todaiji Temple.
You can choose your favorite food restaurant. Some of them serve the traditional Japanese cuisine.
Todaiji Temple is one of the World Heritage Sites in Nara.
It was designated as a place of Historical Monuments of Ancient Nara in 1998.
You can see the amazing Great Buddha, the Buddha's Hall which is the biggest wooden structure in Japan, the beautiful south gate, and magnificent scenery from the hall.
You can also enjoy the history of Nara through different structures in this temple.
Let's enjoy visiting temple structures built in different periods.
Kasuga Shrine is also one of the World Heritage Sites in Nara.
It was designated as a place of Historical Monuments of Ancient Nara in 1998.
The forest behind the shrine is also a world heritage site.
The forest has been preserved well as a sacred place.
This shrine has beautiful orange colored structures, hanging lanterns and 3000 stone lanterns.
The shrine's crest is a wisteria flower so we can enjoy different types of wisteria flowers in the shrine and the shrine garden in May.
The deer is a messenger of God in this shrine. The scenery of deer and lanterns is picturesque.
Let's enjoy visiting the sacred place.
At your hotel or other places that you will choose.
If you stay in Osaka, we will finish the tour later.
At your hotel or other places
Guide fee
Hotel pick up in Nara or Osaka
Transportation and admission fees for you
Transportation fees for the guide
Lunch costs for you and the guide (approx. 1000 to 1500 JPY for each)
I am available for doing tours in Osaka, Nara, Kyoto and Kobe at least three days in a week.
I usually know my schedule a month in advance.
Please check my schedule before booking.
I can also do tours until 8 pm (finish time) in Osaka and Nara, 7 pm (finish time) in Kyoto and Kobe.
My transportation fees and lunch costs are not included in the tour price so I respectfully request you pay these costs in cash at the end of the tour.
I will tailor your tours according to your requirements.
Please feel free to contact me at anytime.
I look forward to meeting you and showing you the beauty of Japan.
On this tour we'll visit three world heritage sites, a garden and a park. If you want to visit other places, please feel free to let me know. I will arrange the tour according to your request.
Also, if you want to change the meeting time, please feel free to ask me.
We'll be able to finish the tour at shopping district in Nara or Osaka if you want.
You will be able to enjoy the local food there.
This tour will show you the following;
・ The history of Nara
・The correlation between Shinto and Buddhism for Japanese people.
・The traditional and beautiful gardens
・The important role of deer in Nara
・Special foods in Nara
・Culture and rituals in Nara
We had a fantastic day in Nara. She was knowledgeable, some perfect English, and got us around efficiently. I highly recommend her.
Hello Ms. Cory B, Thank you for your kind review and comment for me. I really enjoyed this tour with you and your family. It was a hot day and also your husband hurt his knees on the day. I feel relieved to know you were happy in Nara. Thank you for joining my tour. Best regards, Atsuko
Atsuko was very friendly, helpful, and knowledgable! My son and I very much enjoyed our one day tour of Osaka with her. She saved us a lot of money by finding us the best packages on each stop on our itinerary. She was well prepared, shared history on all the sites we visited, and took us to authentic, local spots for traditional food. Thank you Atsuko!
Hello Ms. Katherine G, Thank you for your kind review and comment for me. I really enjoyed this tour with your husband, Mr. Francois and son, Teo. We visited many places even when it was hot in Osaka. We had a great lunch together. I was happy to know they liked it. Please visit Osaka next time with them. Thank you for joining my tour. Thank you. Best regards, Atsuko
We booked a 1 day tour of Kyoto with Atsuko to discover the city and it was amazing. Atsuko explain us everything and give us all the details to better understand Japanese history and culture. It was a pleasure to send this day with her and we hightly recommand her !
Hello Ms. Clara D, Thank you for your kind review and comment for me. I really enjoyed visiting Kyoto and talking with both of you. I could learn a lot about France. When I listened to your French, I felt comfortable. I was happy that you understood Japanese history and culture. Thank you for joining my Kyoto tour. Please enjoy Osaka tomorrow!! Thank you. Best regards, Atsuko
We had a great day. She was excellent and very informative. Was very flexible with the schedule to accommodate our wishes. I wish we could have had another day with her in kyoto to see more of the city Thanks again!!
Hello Mr. Brian, Thank you for your kind review and comment for me. I also had a good day. I enjoyed talking with your family and showing the beautiful parts of Kyoto to you. Yes. Please visit Kyoto again when it is cooler. Thank you for joining my tour. Best regards, Atsuko