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Eastern Kyoto, Short Hike in a Peaceful Temple and Forest

Experience the charm of tranquility in a mountain temple. Take a 3km walk around the foothills of the Higashiyama Mountain Range, visiting shrines and temples along the path. Starting at Seikanji Temple on Mt. Kiyomizu (242m height), follow the Uta-no-Nakayama Road to Kiyomizu-dera. Then, go through Sanneizaka and Nene-no-michi, and reach Maruyama Park and Yasaka Shrine. Along the way, we can feel old stories of tragic love while enjoying panoramic views of the Kyoto cityscape.

Eastern Kyoto, Short Hike in a Peaceful Temple and Forest

半天周游京都宇治地区（平等院凤凰堂、黄檗山万福寺）

从您们的宾馆，坐京阪电车。 1首先访问平等院凤凰堂（在宇治车站下车）走着斜看宇治川过约7，8分钟，到平等院凤凰堂。（世界文化遗产） 2然后再坐京阪电车到黄檗山万福寺（在黄檗车站下车）走着去约5分钟到黄檗山万福寺，是日本最早的禅宗寺院（中国由来的）

半天周游京都宇治地区（平等院凤凰堂、黄檗山万福寺）

A Family Day in Kyoto: All The Best Places

The Ultimate Kyoto Tour: Explore Kyoto’s top sights in just a few hours! We’ll visit Kiyomizu-dera, walk through a bamboo grove at Kodaiji, see a 1,000-year-old shrine, enjoy local shopping, and end the tour with Japanese sake in Pontocho Alley — or swap it for a family-friendly option like a market, mall, or animal café. Great for families, couples, and first-time visitors!

A Family Day in Kyoto: All The Best Places

Kyoto beginner’s tour

Kyoto popular spots & must visit spots -Fushimi Inari 1000s Ted Torii gate shrine -Kiyomizudera temple (world heritage) -Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka -Gion geisha district -Kinkakuji Golden temple (world heritage)

Kyoto beginner’s tour

Kyoto Early Bird Trekking Ending with Ramen

Departing from Kyoto City Subway’s Keage Station, we will pass by Himukai Daijingu Shrine before making our way towards Mt. Daimonjiyama. As we ascend to the mountain's peak, you'll be greeted with panoramic views of Kyoto, stretching as far as Osaka. After descending towards Imadegawa Street, our journey will conclude at a charming local ramen restaurant.

Kyoto Early Bird Trekking Ending with Ramen

Exploring Kyoto in Rakutou (East) and Rakuchu (Central)

Kyoto is known as exotic sightseeing places and numerous historic, quaint old monuments are seen all over the town. This tour covers part of Rakutou (East district) and Central district. Visiting Rakutou, Gion, Yasaka-jinja shrine, Kodai-ji temple, Kiyomizu-dera temple are the most famous sightseeing spots in Kyoto. Particularly well known for the deity of love and marriage in Rakutou area.

Exploring Kyoto in Rakutou (East) and Rakuchu (Central)

One day customized tour in Kyoto

Let's enjoy Kyoto with me in a 4 seasons. Kyoto has a lot of fascinating face and feeling. It's Culture, History, Art, Food, nature etc. I will be able to arrange for your customized tour plan. So, I will work with you to develop a personalized travel plan based on what you would like to do and experience. I'm very looking forward you and enjoy tour with you.

One day customized tour in Kyoto

Let's enjoy early morning Kyoto and maiko experience

Kyoto is one of the most popular places to visit, but so crowded. If you want to enjoy quiet Kyoto, I recommend you visit there early morning. In this tour, you can enjoy bamboo grove, morning coffee at a Japanese style coffee shop and beautiful river and mountains scenery from a wooden bridge. After that, why don't you try 'washoku', or Japanese cuisine and maiko, or cute apprentice geisha's dancing? My special early morning tour will give you wonderful and unforgettable memories in Japan!!

Let's enjoy early morning Kyoto and maiko experience

Customized Private Tour in Kyoto

This is customized private tour in Kyoto which guests can create easily by selecting any spots from a list of popular tourist destinations. The list consists of 16 tourist destinations (S01-16) that are very popular especially among foreign tourists. After the guest's selection the guide will arrange best itinerary with tour cost and feedback proper offer to the guest for formal booking.

Customized Private Tour in Kyoto

Very Special 1day Kyoto Tour just for You

Kyoto had been the capital of Japan for 1000 years and has many wonderful places to visit. Please choose a few places among the following sightseeing spots, as you like. If you have any other preferable spots, please let me know. I'll guide you as many places as possible. Please note that some places are located in a little far away from the center of the city and it may need some time to go and come back.

Very Special 1day Kyoto Tour just for You

Kyoto Cultural & Scenic Tour

Discover Kyoto’s rich cultural heritage on this full-day guided tour (about 6h - 7h). Explore shrines, temples, traditional streets, and even local hidden spots if you’d like. Perfect for first-time visitors and anyone wanting to experience the true spirit of Kyoto. This model course can be customized to your preferences after booking. Pace: Moderate, with walking, bus and train (or taxi if you'd like) Best for: Culture lovers, history fans, and first-time visitors

Kyoto Cultural & Scenic Tour

The Tengu's Trail: Into the Heart of Kurama’s Mystical Mountain

Journey through the legendary mountains of Kurama and Kibune. Start at Kurama Temple, where Yoshitsune trained with the mythical Tengu, and where Aikido founder Ueshiba completed 21 days of spiritual practice. Walk through a lush, ancient forest rich with native trees and wildlife. Discover traces of history along the peaceful trail. Guided by the sound of a flowing stream, arrive in Kibune to visit its sacred Shinto shrines. A healthy, nature-filled hike connecting history, myth, and spirit.

The Tengu's Trail: Into the Heart of Kurama’s Mystical Mountain

Western Kyoto Tour

We can go to Arashiyama to visit bamboo forests and explore some temples with Japanese gardens. The golden pagoda, Kinkakuji,you'll appreciate the most shiniest pagoda in Kyoto. Kitano Tenmangu shrine to pray for academic luck for your studies. Nijyo castle, the old history and story of the castle in Kyoto.

Western Kyoto Tour

Zen temples with beautiful gardens, Fushimi Inari and Bamboo Forest

There are a lot of Buddhism temples and Shinto Shrines in Kyoto. This tour focuses on three UNESCO World Heritage temples with beautiful gardens, Fushimi Inari Shrine which is famous for a lot of red Torii gates and Bamboo Forest in Arashiyma to feel the profundity of Kyoto. If you are interested in the places which are not listed here, like Nijo Castle, Kyoto Imperial Palace, Gion, Nishiki Market, Sanjusangen-do, Kiyomizu-dera and others, just let me know, I will customize a tour for you.

Zen temples with beautiful gardens, Fushimi Inari and Bamboo Forest

Full Day Kyoto highlight Tour

This course has four choices. Please select one of the four courses shown below. Rick will guide you deep inside the Kyoto history, culture, tradition and nature in each course. Each course can be customized upon your request as far as possible. Every course has spectacular spots which will satisfy you with visiting Kyoto!

Full Day Kyoto highlight Tour

Kyoto 1 Day Tour covering Most Popular Spots

This tour covers the most popular spots in Kyoto with scenic beauty.The spots are selected from Fushimi area, Arashiyama area, and Kitayama area of Kyoto.From the point of scenic beauty, you will see Fushimi Inari Grand Shrine, Arashiyama Bamboo grove, and Kinkakuji Golden Pavilion, whereyou can take memorable pictures. You will visit the major scenic sites in one day effectively. These three areas are apart from each other, but can be travelled by JR-train and bus in relatively short time.

Kyoto 1 Day Tour covering Most Popular Spots

【7hours】Time Travel Tour in Kyoto

Join me on my private 7hour tour and discover the historical layers of Kyoto! Why do I call it "Time Travel Tour"? Because the destinations associate with four different time period within Japan's history.

【7hours】Time Travel Tour in Kyoto

The best memorable day in Kyoto (6h)

This tour is perfect for exploring Kyoto's famous landmarks with authentic local insights from a Japanese guide who lives here! I try our best to avoid crowds so you can enjoy Kyoto's beauty without feeling rushed. It's like having a local friend show you around we provide that personal experience most tourists never get. I'll capture your amazing moments and share photos afterwards so you have beautiful memories when you're home. Feel free to reach out with questions about your Japan trip!

The best memorable day in Kyoto (6h)

Kyoto City Adventures & Highlights Tour

Hi my name is Naoki Thank you so much for checking my tour! This tour covers both must-visit & local hidden places of the city including the very local hidden places NOT in the guide books! You can maximize the chance to explore & enjoy as many places as possible within your time limit!

Kyoto City Adventures & Highlights Tour

Kyoto Golden Route (Nijo Arashiyama Kinkakuji Fushimi Inari)

Kyoto was the ancient capital of Japan from 794 over one thousand years. I would like to introduce you Nijo Castle, Arashiyama bamboo Forest, Tenryuji Temple, Kinkakuji Temple (Golden pavilion), and Fushimi Inari Taisha. Fushimi Inari Taisha has 1,000 shrine gates, It had been ranked top among most popular scenic spots in Japan by foreign tourists for 6 years in a row. Your entrance fee is 2,300 yen /person..

Kyoto Golden Route (Nijo Arashiyama Kinkakuji Fushimi Inari)

Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo Forest Walking Tour with Tenryu-ji Temple & Local Food Tasting

Escape the usual tourist spots and step into Kyoto’s hidden corners on this peaceful hiking adventure along beautiful, untouched rivers. Enjoy gentle trails through lush forests and scenic riverbanks as you immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the area. This tour offers a refreshing blend of hiking and serene landscapes—perfect for those looking to unwind, breathe fresh air, and explore a side of Kyoto few get to see.

Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo Forest Walking Tour with Tenryu-ji Temple & Local Food Tasting

Thousand Torii Gates & Sake: Fushimi Half-Day Tour

This half-day tour begins at Fushimi Inari Shrine, a sacred site with more than 1,300 years of history, famous for thousands of vermilion torii gates. Next, we will take a train to another district and visit the Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum. Here you will learn how Japan’s iconic drink has been crafted for centuries and enjoy a tasting of several sake varieties. We will wrap up the tour with a leisurely stroll through the lively Otesuji Shopping Arcade.

Thousand Torii Gates & Sake: Fushimi Half-Day Tour

Full day private guided tour in Kyoto

Do you want to see the most relevant in Kyoto? This is your tour. We'll be visiting the best and most famous places and locations in Kyoto, and you know? I prefer to keep it close and personal, so we'll adapt the itinerary according to your special needs, meaning that depending on time we may be adding other great, astonishing places to the established itinerary.

Full day private guided tour in Kyoto

Wandering Kyoto Higashiyama

Starting from Ginkakuji, we walk along Tetsugakunomichi (philosopher's path) to Gion district. You will find Japanese beauty in the old Ginkakuji, Zen temple and garden in Nanzenji, Red light district, Gion.

Wandering Kyoto Higashiyama

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Kyoto Private Tours - page 2

Eastern Kyoto, Short Hike in a Peaceful Temple and Forest

Eastern Kyoto, Short Hike in a Peaceful Temple and Forest

半天周游京都宇治地区（平等院凤凰堂、黄檗山万福寺）

半天周游京都宇治地区（平等院凤凰堂、黄檗山万福寺）

A Family Day in Kyoto: All The Best Places

A Family Day in Kyoto: All The Best Places

Kyoto beginner’s tour

Kyoto popular spots & must visit spots -Fushimi Inari 1000s Ted Torii gate shrine -Kiyomizudera temple (world heritage) -Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka -Gion geisha district -Kinkakuji Golden temple (world heritage)

Kyoto beginner’s tour

Kyoto Early Bird Trekking Ending with Ramen

Kyoto Early Bird Trekking Ending with Ramen

Exploring Kyoto in Rakutou (East) and Rakuchu (Central)

Exploring Kyoto in Rakutou (East) and Rakuchu (Central)

One day customized tour in Kyoto

One day customized tour in Kyoto

Let's enjoy early morning Kyoto and maiko experience

Let's enjoy early morning Kyoto and maiko experience

Customized Private Tour in Kyoto

Customized Private Tour in Kyoto

Very Special 1day Kyoto Tour just for You

Very Special 1day Kyoto Tour just for You

Kyoto Cultural & Scenic Tour

Kyoto Cultural & Scenic Tour

The Tengu's Trail: Into the Heart of Kurama’s Mystical Mountain

The Tengu's Trail: Into the Heart of Kurama’s Mystical Mountain

Western Kyoto Tour

Western Kyoto Tour

Zen temples with beautiful gardens, Fushimi Inari and Bamboo Forest

Zen temples with beautiful gardens, Fushimi Inari and Bamboo Forest

Full Day Kyoto highlight Tour

Full Day Kyoto highlight Tour

Kyoto 1 Day Tour covering Most Popular Spots

Kyoto 1 Day Tour covering Most Popular Spots

【7hours】Time Travel Tour in Kyoto

Join me on my private 7hour tour and discover the historical layers of Kyoto! Why do I call it "Time Travel Tour"? Because the destinations associate with four different time period within Japan's history.

【7hours】Time Travel Tour in Kyoto

The best memorable day in Kyoto (6h)

The best memorable day in Kyoto (6h)

Kyoto City Adventures & Highlights Tour

Hi my name is Naoki Thank you so much for checking my tour! *This tour covers both must-visit & local hidden places of the city including the very local hidden places NOT in the guide books! *You can maximize the chance to explore & enjoy as many places as possible within your time limit!

Kyoto City Adventures & Highlights Tour

Kyoto Golden Route (Nijo Arashiyama Kinkakuji Fushimi Inari)

Kyoto Golden Route (Nijo Arashiyama Kinkakuji Fushimi Inari)

Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo Forest Walking Tour with Tenryu-ji Temple & Local Food Tasting

Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo Forest Walking Tour with Tenryu-ji Temple & Local Food Tasting

Thousand Torii Gates & Sake: Fushimi Half-Day Tour

Thousand Torii Gates & Sake: Fushimi Half-Day Tour

Full day private guided tour in Kyoto

Full day private guided tour in Kyoto

Wandering Kyoto Higashiyama

Starting from Ginkakuji, we walk along Tetsugakunomichi (philosopher's path) to Gion district. You will find Japanese beauty in the old Ginkakuji, Zen temple and garden in Nanzenji, Red light district, Gion.

Wandering Kyoto Higashiyama

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Hi my name is Naoki Thank you so much for checking my tour! This tour covers both must-visit & local hidden places of the city including the very local hidden places NOT in the guide books! You can maximize the chance to explore & enjoy as many places as possible within your time limit!