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Kyoto Historical Explorer -Day Trip from Osaka
Kyoto is unlike today's Osaka. Many traditional landscapes remain, and there are many places where you can see old Japan. Shrines and temples are famous, but how about a trip to experience Japanese culture and food?
Meeting Point
Osaka station, Osaka
Osaka station, Osaka
Meeting place; Meet up at the South Gate Park of Osaka station. Exit the central ticket gate, go straight on the right, and after passing the Daimaru Department Store, you will reach South Gate Square. The landmark is the water clock.
Kyoto ceramic art the experience ＋α
Let's make your own original pottery by kneading clay for 2hours
※It is also possible to change to a class of your choice, such as calligraphy, kendo, or ikebana, accessory making, etc. However, it may not be able to provide you depending on the class start time and availability.
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Ceramic Art(Pottery), Tea ceremony, Japanese paper lamps, making Japanese sweets, Calligraphy, Kendo, or Ikebana, Accessory Making etc.
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Moving to Ramen street
Eat ramen on the famous ramen street in Kyoto Lunch break supposed to have 1 hour here at Ichijyouji.
Moving to Uzumasa Toei Kyoto Studio Park
experience-based theme park Toei Uzumasa Eigamura where you can enjoy not only attractions such as ninja experience and transformation experience but also events of Toei anime characters!
Osaka station, Osaka
Splitting place; you can leave at Uzumasa Koryuji station or Kyoto station.
Ending Point
Osaka station, Osaka
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Licensed tour guide
Transportation fee (you), Meals, participant fee for ceramic art experience(choose from menu)entrance fee for Kyoto Toei Uzumasa Park
Tour Important Information
Please bring your drink and wear comfortable shoes and dress in layers as appropriate for the weather conditions.
Itineraries might be subject to change due to weather conditions or other special occasions.
Important message from the guide
◆IMPORTANT◆
・Despite my available dates may be blocked my schedule could be opened by adjusting the time. So, send me messages. I will try to fit your needs as I can.
・I also have another job to do, so if your desired schedule is more than a month ahead, I will adjust the schedule. So, please contact me if necessary.
Thank you for checking my booking condition!!
・It is welcome to customize your tour. Inquiry me!
・Preferably, all reservations must be completed 14 days in advance due to my research for spots and my schedule adjustments.
However, I can accept a request on the same day if it is urgent.
・I can also guide you in other areas such as Kyoto, Nara, Shiga, Wakayama, Mie, Kobe, Himeji, Shikoku Island, and Hiroshima. (I do not stay overnight in distant areas)
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
Osaka Tour Reviews
“Fun Nightlife”
Hiroki took us to places that we would have never found on our own. Food and bartenders were excellent. Overall a great experience.
Hiroki D.
(12 reviews)Thank you, Keith. I am glad you liked Yakitori before we met. Surprisingly, you said you like wings and skins. These are my favorites of all time。 At the bar, I enjoyed hearing from your hometown. I knew the US a little but I realized every city is unique. I hope I meet you next time when you come back to Japan next MLB opening game. Best regards, Hiroki
“Super helpful guide through the busy sights and subways of Kyoto! ”
We were visiting Osaka port from a cruise and were intimidated about going our own way to Kyoto, but Hiroki was the best investment to make sure our limited time was as fruitful and stressfree as possible! He planned all the transit meticulously and even had train passes for our family to use so we didn’t have to worry about any logistics. He took us around to some of the top sights in Kyoto and helped us take the perfect family photos - a great keepsake from our trip! We had such a fun time seeing the sights, learning how to throw ninja stars, and tasting delicious foods. He was very attentive when we started to get tired, found spots to sit or buses to save our energy and even ended the day with a little treat! Strongly recommend Hiroki to plan a perfect day in Kyoto!
Hiroki D.
(12 reviews)Thanks Kate for wonderful comments. Most importantly, I want you to enjoy every scenes. That's why I would not get you tired. I wanted you to enjoy and discover Japanese history and culture this time. I hope you will come to Japan some other time.
“Highly Undervalued, Excellent top notch Guide.”
I kid you not, you could spend twice as much for a day out on the town in Osaka with Hiroki and still feel like you got a great bargain. Hiroki grew up in Osaka so he knows it like the back of his hand and knows all the best spots to go. His communication is excellent and he's empathic to the needs of his clients. He knew from the first few minutes that we didn't like crowds so he proactively bought all of the tickets for the events we went to in advance so we skipped huge lines and saved a ton of time. He quietly took amazing photos for us without having to be told and was quick to suggest just the right places to go to eat, shop and have fun. A humble, kind, and genuinely considerate soul. He's a great guide and a good friend to have in Osaka
Hiroki D.
(12 reviews)Thank you for your comments. I met a wonderful family lifting my tour guide spirit. We always remember the good old times. Street Fighter is timeless!!
