Cute Deer, UNESCO World Heritage Temples, Hands-On Memories !
Enjoy a perfect balance of nature, culture, and creativity on this unforgettable day trip in Nara!
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Osaka station or at your hotel in central Osaka
- I can meet you at Osaka-Numba Station or at your hotel **Please note that hotel pickup may not be possible depending on the location of your accommodation.
Todaiji Temple
Explore the majestic Todaiji Temple-a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to the Great Buddha, one of the largest bronze Buddha statues in the world
Kasuga Taisha Shrine
A UNESCO World Heritage site, Kasuga Taisha is lined with ancient lanterns- and curious deer often peek out to greet you along the way
Nara Park
In Nara, deer are considered sacred messengers of the gods. you can enjoy up-close encounters with these gentle creatures as they roam freely around the grounds.
Lunch
I will be happy to recommend dining preferences, from casual local spots to authentic Japanese cuisine.
Please feel free to let me know if you have any dietary restrictions.
A Special Hands-On Experience
Make a beautiful, personalized aromatic keepsake, inspired by centries of Japanese tradition.
Visit a traditional townhouse
Step into a charming historic townhouse where you can step back in time and experience everyday life in old Nara.
Ending Point
Tour ends at your hotel or any location of your choice
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Guide fee
Public transportation fees (from 1400 yen per person).
Temple&Shrine entrance fees(1500 yen per person)
Meals or refreshments during the tour
Hands-On Experience (2500-3500 yen perp erson)
or any other personal expenses are not included.
**At many sites,my official Guide license allows me to enter free of charge.
* This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
* This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems.
* This tour is wheelchair accessible.
* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
My days off vary each week, so I can't specify a fixed day I'm available, but I'm flexible and can adjust to your request.
I am a Certified English Interpreter Guide certifed by Kyoto City, Uji City, and Otsu City (recognized as the top performer in my training program!). I have lived in 7 countries—the US, Canada, the UK, Malaysia, Russia, Vietnam, and Iran—including 9 years in the US (California, New York and Texas). These experiences allowed me to embrace diverse cultures and develop a truly global perspective.
I am also a descendant of Hijikata Toshizo, one of Japan’s legendary “last samurai.” My family runs a private museum dedicated to his life and legacy, and I was raised with a deep respect for traditional Japanese culture and the spirit of bushido.
With this background, I guide international guests with a Japanese heart and a global perspective, creating warm and personalized experiences.
At Expo 2025 in Osaka, I served as a dedicated VIP liaison at the Japan Pavilion, assisting royal families and world leaders while honing advanced VIP protocol and hospitality skills.
Before guiding in Japan, I worked as a licensed tour guide in New York City and appeared on a national Japanese TV program as a field reporter, sharing local life and culture. My career has always focused on caring for people in English speaking roles: as a British Airways flight attendant, a medical interpreter at an international clinic, and an administrator at a UN international school with students from 65 countries.
Originally from Tokyo, I guide in Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, and Uji, where I combine historical knowledge with personal experience. I also offer tours in Tokyo and surrounding areas upon request.
I look forward to welcoming you and sharing the unforgettable beauty, culture, and spirit of Japan!
$353/ per group