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Walking along historical trail of Nara(2):
Joined 2018
Nara area used to be a Capital of Japan for 80 years (Heijyoukyou;A.D.708-810).After transferring the Capital to Kyoto, Nara was remained as a center of Buddhism. Although many temples remained such as Todaiji and Kohukuji, many other temples have been established but abolished in its long history, then only stone Buddha images are remained as an evident of the history.
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 Ganshoji by bus.
Gansenji (Gansen temple) established in 729 which located at the summit of the mountain.
Walking along the local trails through mountain, local communities where sell the local products.
Visiting many stone Buddha images including laughing, sleeping Buddha, Amitabha Buddha, Jizos and many others along the trails.
Visiting Jyoruri Temple where has pagoda with three stories and Amitabha Buddha (national treasure).
Ending Point
At your Hotel in Nara. You will return to Nara city by bus from Jyoruri Temple.
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee,hotel pick-up in Nara city area
transportation fee (you and guide), lunch, entrance fee
Tour Important Information
As the tour will go through the mountainous trails, you may need appropriate fittings including shoes. Total time of the tour will be estimated as 5 hours including bus transportation.
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
“Review of Tour Guide Mr Yusuhisa”
Mr Yasuhisa led me on a 7 hour tour of Kyoto. It waa a very rainy day that day but he maintained a good spirit throughout the tour despite the inconveience due to the wet weather. He brought me to places I would not otherwise be able to find and was knowledgeable and patient in explaining Japanese history and culture in places we visited. Overall, He is a very good guide!
Yasuhisa K.
(29 reviews)Dear Waimun Thank you very much for your kind wards on the tour in Kyoto on 2nd November. I was also surprised about your wide ranges of Japanese cultures including Haiku and Potery and enjoyed in accompanying with you to vist the places. I wish to support you again in future, if there is another opportunity. Yasu
“A memorable day in Nara”
We had an amazing two-day tour with Yasu, exploring both Kyoto and Nara. It was a fantastic experience from start to finish. Each day, we began around 9 AM and wrapped up by 5 PM. Yasu met us at our hotel, and off we went, using public transportation—trains, taxis, and trolleys—which added a great cultural touch to the trip. Yasu is an exceptional guide, incredibly knowledgeable about both cities' history, culture, and way of life. We wanted to focus on those aspects, and he crafted a perfect itinerary that included visits to shrines, gardens, shopping districts, and museums. As naturally curious travelers, my husband and I asked plenty of questions, and Yasu was always happy to share his insights and perspectives, making our conversations both engaging and enlightening. Rather than worrying about tickets and transport, we gave Yasu the money at the start of each day, and he handled all the logistics for us. He also recommended excellent places for lunch, ensuring we ate at spots that matched our culinary tastes. His professionalism and helpfulness were top-notch. One particular highlight: I accidentally left my phone in a taxi, and as soon as Yasu found out, he took immediate action, calling the taxi company for me and negotiating a return. In less than 15 minutes, my phone was safely in my custody! With Yasu as your guide, you’ll experience so much in Nara -- the deer, the shrines, the Buddha, the gardens, the trolley and so much more, so make sure to bring comfortable walking shoes! I highly recommend him—he’s truly a standout. And, definitely don't miss out on Nara as it is truly a special little city outside of Tokyo.
Yasuhisa K.
(29 reviews)Dear Chole & Ronald Thank you very much for your kind words. It was a memorable and happy tour for me. Yasu
“An Exceptional Tour Experience in Kyoto and Nara with Yasu”
We had an amazing two-day tour with Yasu, exploring both Kyoto and Nara. It was a fantastic experience from start to finish. Each day, we began around 9 AM and wrapped up by 5 PM. Yasu met us at our hotel, and off we went, using public transportation—trains, taxis, and trolleys—which added a great cultural touch to the trip. Yasu is an exceptional guide, incredibly knowledgeable about both cities' history, culture, and way of life. We wanted to focus on those aspects, and he crafted a perfect itinerary that included visits to shrines, gardens, shopping districts, and museums. As naturally curious travelers, my husband and I asked plenty of questions, and Yasu was always happy to share his insights and perspectives, making our conversations both engaging and enlightening. Rather than worrying about tickets and transport, we gave Yasu the money at the start of each day, and he handled all the logistics for us. He also recommended excellent places for lunch, ensuring we ate at spots that matched our culinary tastes. His professionalism and helpfulness were top-notch. One particular highlight: I accidentally left my phone in a taxi, and as soon as Yasu found out, he took immediate action, calling the taxi company for me and negotiating a return. In less than 15 minutes, my phone was safely in my custody! With Yasu as your guide, you’ll experience so much, so make sure to bring comfortable walking shoes! I highly recommend him—he’s truly a standout.
Yasuhisa K.
(29 reviews)Dear Chole & Ronald Thank you very much for your kind words for the tours in Kyoto and Nara. I am very happy to know that you enjoy the tours. I was also happy to be able to retreave your mobile phone. It was a memorable and happy tours with you! Yasu
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