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Walking along historical trail of Nara (4)
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Joined 2018
Second part of the "Yamanobe no michi"..The trip is a walking the trail between Sakurai and Yanagimoto JR stations. As the old palace of emperor "Makimuku" ( Some researchers believe that the site might be the old capital of Japan in 3 to 6 century with active trades and communication with Wei Dynasty of ancient China (A.D. 3rd century) , you can enjoy older historical spots along the trail.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your Hotel in Nara. Tour will first go to Sakurai by train.
Arrival point of Buddhism.to Japan.The new goods and idea including Buddhism were introduced by Overseas people to the capital of Japan at the time,Nara to be authorized by the ruler.
Visiting Oomiwa shrine which is the oldest shrine in Japan and kept the original style of Shintoism.
Lunch of local noodle dish, somen which is the local delicacy in the area
Walking along the yamanobe no michi. You can enjoy quiet trail passing through historical spots and beautiful landscape. You can also enjoy the walking through the local communities.
Visiting Sumo shrine near Makimuku remains where supposed to be the emperor's palace in 3 to 6 century. Sumo was conducted between the selected players in front of the emperor.Then the shrine was established commemorating with such event.
Visiting two ancient tombs supposed to be two emperors in A.D. 3rd century.
Ending Point
At your Hotel in Nara city, Tour will be ended at JR Yanagimoto station and ride train to Nara station.
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
Guide fee, hotel pick-up in Nara city
Transportation fee(you and guide),lunch, entrance fee
Tour Important Information
As the tour will explore about 10km hilly trail, appropriate fitting including shores are needed.
Important message from the supplier
I can guide you the tours in Kyoto and Osaka. However such tours will be prepared in customized manner in accordance with your request, if my transportation fees from Nara to either Kyoto or Osaka are paid by you.
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 2018
About Tour Guide Yasuhisa K.
I have worked in the multi-national organizations including UN agency for around 30 years and stationed at various cities including Rome, Bangkok and Hanoi. Although I have retired from those international carriers, I wish to keep the international cooperation and develop the friendship with people who visits our country. As I like history and am practicing Noh song and wood curving of Buddha images, I have decided to live in Nara where is surrounded by many historical places and traditional cultures, when I returned back to Japan in 2017. I wish to offer you custom made trip ideas to be able to enjoy the atmosphere of old city, Nara. I am also planning to develop trip plans to enjoy the local cultures. Please call me Yasu.
Reviews
Carol C.
“A wonderful experience with Yasu — highly recommend!”
While staying in Nara, we arranged two customized tours through Go with Guide, and our guide Yasu exceeded all expectations. He is knowledgeable, warm, and genuinely passionate about sharing Japanese history, culture, and customs — we learned so much from him throughout both days. Our first tour took us to Kyoto, which was bustling with tourists in April. Yasu struck a great balance, taking us to a couple of the iconic shrines and temples before steering us toward quieter, lesser-known spots away from the crowds. He also recommended a wonderful boiled tofu lunch in a peaceful corner of the city — a true local highlight. For our second day, Yasu crafted a fantastic itinerary centered around the Asuka area, which we explored comfortably in his car. In the morning we visited Hasedera Temple and Tanzan Shrine, both nestled in the mountains and a little off the beaten path — they were an absolute joy to visit. We also stopped at Asukadera Temple, home to Japan's oldest Buddha, and explored some fascinating prehistoric rock sites whose history remains a mystery even to scholars. Lunch was another special treat: sōmen, a local specialty of delicate, thin white noodles served chilled with a savory dipping sauce and fresh toppings. A perfect and memorable meal. On the way back to Nara, Yasu took us to Mahoroba Kitchen, a wonderful local produce market — a great find we never would have discovered on our own. He also went out of his way to stop at a Don Quijote store outside of town so we could pick up an extra duffel bag for our growing collection of souvenirs. That kind of thoughtfulness really set him apart. We couldn't have asked for a better guide. Yasu's expertise, creativity, and genuine care for his guests made both days truly unforgettable. Highly recommended!
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Yasuhisa K.
Dear Carol and Wendi. Thank you very much for your nice reviews on the tour in Kyoto and Nara on 17 and 19 April. I am also very happy to know that you could enjoy the tours and able to accompay with such a nice couple as you. I could also observe that you who are the friends of bird watchers enjoy the nature in Kyoto and Nara. Hoping you continue to enjoy birdwatching trips in many parts of the world and in Japan. Yasu
Carolina P.
“Thank you very much”
We really appreciated Yasuhisa’s hospitality during our stay in Kyoto. He was very accommodating and flexible in handling our various last-minute requests, which we truly appreciated. If you’re looking to have a wonderful time in Kyoto, I highly recommend him.
Yasuhisa K.
Dear Carolina. Thank you very much for your nice review of the tour in Kyoto on 8th April. I am also very happy to know that Mr. Bruno and his family were able to relax and enjoy the tour in hectic time constraint of the day. Yasu
Hope N.
“Perfect 2 Day Tour!”
Absolutely loved Yasuhisa! He is very knowledgeable, can customize however you want and he even made reservations for us in advance to exclusive places! You should definitely book with him!️️
Yasuhisa K.
Dear Hope. Thank you very much for your nice review for the tour in Kyoto on 2nd and 3rd April. I was also very happy to be able to accompany with such beautiful systers as you. Yasu
$249/ per group
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