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Nara Private Tour - Cherry blossom at Sahogawa River.Best timing to see the blossoming is around the first week of April.
Cherry blossom at Sahogawa River.Best timing to see the blossoming is around the first week of April.
Nara Private Tour - Cherry blossom at Himura Shrine. This is a part of Nara Park, and located at the next to Todaiji Temple.
Cherry blossom at Himura Shrine. This is a part of Nara Park, and located at the next to Todaiji Temple.
Nara Private Tour - Second Month Temple (Nigatsu-Do) (National Treasure, Edo period,1669)
Second Month Temple (Nigatsu-Do) (National Treasure, Edo period,1669)
Nara Private Tour - Belfry of Todaiji Temple (National Treasure, Kamakura period)
Belfry of Todaiji Temple (National Treasure, Kamakura period)
Nara Private Tour - The Great Budda Hall of Todaiji Temple (National Treasure, 1709)
The Great Budda Hall of Todaiji Temple (National Treasure, 1709)
Nara Private Tour - Five-storied Pagoda of Kofukuji Temple (National Treasure, Muromachi period, 1426)
Five-storied Pagoda of Kofukuji Temple (National Treasure, Muromachi period, 1426)

One day trip of Nara Park

Highlights
Nara Tour Guide - Makoto Y.

Joined 2017

Makoto Y.
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(120 reviews)
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-Nara Park is famous and known as Deer Park, and more than one thousand deer roam freely in the park.-Numerous important temples, shrines, gardens and museums are within minutes of one another within the park.-The most famous sites are Todai-ji temple, Kasuga Grand Shrine, and Kofuku-ji temple.-These temples and shrines were originally built in Nara period, 1,300 years ago.

Itinerary

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

08:30 AM

Meeting Point

At your hotel in Nara or JR Nara station

Kofuku-ji Temple; Famous five-storied pagoda, Tokon-do, Nan-En-do(South Octagonal Temple)

Todai-ji Teple; Nandai-Mon(Great South Gate), Daibutsu-Den(Great Budda Temple), Budda statue, Shoro(Belfry),Hokke-Do, Nigatsu-Do(Second Month Temple)

Kasuga Grand Shrine; Chu-Mon(Inner Gate), Hon-Den(Main Sanctuary), Many lanterns(2000 stone lanterns), Homotsu-Den(Treasury)

Option 1: Isuien Garden --- Traditional Japanese garden of nearly three acres. Ceremonial Tea House

Ending Point

At your hotel in Nara or JR Nara station

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Inclusions & Exclusions

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What‘s included

guide fee, hotel pick-up in Nara city

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What‘s not included

transportation fee(you and guide), lunch, dinner(if the tour is extended), entrance fee, etc...

Tour Important Information

Entrance fee:

Todaiji Temple: 500 yen

Kasuga Grand Shrine: 500 yen

Isuien Garden: 900 yen

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Nara Tour Guide - Makoto Y.

Joined 2017

Makoto Y.
4.93 / 5
(120 reviews)
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About Tour Guide Makoto Y.

Hello, I’m Makoto (Mac) and I'm a national-licensed tour guide.

My previous career as an automotive engineer, gave me the opportunity to learn English and to live in the US, Germany, and England. After I retired, I learned more about the Japanese history especially focusing on Nara and Kyoto to become a historical specialist of the Nara area. I now live in Ikaruga town in Nara prefecture, where the UNESCO World Heritage, Horyuji temple is located. I regularly offer guides on the Fujinoki tumulus, which is located near the Horyuji temple. It contains very interesting Archaeological findings from the end of the Kofun Period.

Recently, there are many foreign tourists who come to Japan, and I hope they enjoy learning about the culture and history of Japan. I would like to help tourists have a broader and deeper understanding of the Japanese culture and that is the reason why I decided to become a tour guide to help and support their experience in Japan.

Nara is the place where Japan started. The capital was located in Asuka, Fujiwara and Nara before it moved to Kyoto. Therefore, there are many places to visit in Nara to trace the original history of Japan, which I have a depth of knowledge.

Let’s explore the roots of Japan together!!

Reviews

Visit Himeji castle and Koko-en Japanese gardens

Makoto met us at the port and guided us via trains to Himeji where we visited a beautiful and famous castle and fabulous gardens. Lots of steps to the top of the castle but worthwhile for fantastic views. Great lunch afterwards and visiting local shops on the way back to train, we also stopped at Akashi Kaikyo suspension bridge the longest in the world. Makoto was very friendly and knowledgeable with nothing too much trouble. A great day out

Chris M.

Makoto Y.

Dear Chris, Thank you for your nice comments. I am so happy that you have enjoyed the tour. You are the very first customer who knows 007 series movie, which was taken at Himeji castle. I am very happy that I can communicate 007 movie at Himeji castle. It was so windy at Akashi Kaikyo bridge park, where normally people can relax and enjoy. Maybe you can visit there again someday. Awaji island is very beautiful island, which may be similar to your hometown. Thanks again for your choosing me of your guide. Makoto

Excellent guide to see Osaka if you are short on time

Makoto was excellent guiding us to see the main spots of Osaka since we were limited on time. He was very informative on all the major sights that we saw and my family including 2 teens enjoyed the tour very much! Highly recommend him! Thank you Makoto.

Mitul P.

Makoto Y.

Dear Mitul, Thank you for your nice comments. I am so happy to know that you and family enjoyed the tour. This tour was done in the limited time frame, so please come back again with enough time frame next time. I assure that you will enjoy more. Thanks again for your choosing me for your guide. Makoto

Wonderful Guide in Kyoto

Mak made our visit interesting and memorable. His English was excellent and he was well organised with the route of his tour. He has an in-depth knowledge of the history and culture of Kyoto and gave us a fascinating view of this ancient city. We enjoyed his company, guidance and choice of lunch venue. We recommend him very highly.

Niki O.

Makoto Y.

Dear Niki, Thanks for your nice comments. I also had a wonderful time guiding with you, talking about England. I am so happy that you could see the cherry blossoming in this Japan trip. Please consider visiting Japan again in Automn time. Thanks again for your choosing me of your guide. Makoto

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