Joined 2018
Available Areas
Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Shiga (Living), Kobe
Languages
Japanese (Native), English
Response Time
6 hours on average
Availability Updated
Today
Hi! I'm Koichi. I was born in Osaka, I studied in Kyoto when I was a university student. Now I live in Shiga next to Kyoto. I am a national government licensed tour guide. I have been guiding about 160 groups over the past twelve months.
I usually guide my customers mainly in Kansai region including Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Kobe and Shiga by public transportation systems.
Well, I am curious about Japanese history, especially the history of Japan's ancient times since I was raised next to the world biggest mausoleum of the ancient Emperor called "Nintoku" in Sakai city Osaka which has just become one of the world cultural heritage sites. I dug out some ancient earthen ware vessels around there when I was a primary school student like the adventure archaeologist “Indiana Jones" (It’s our secret!!). That was my hobby. Now, one of my hobbies is outdoor activities such as mountaineering, kayaking, skiing and others. So I would like to take you to some good places where you can enjoy Japanese unique nature.
I love to guide foreign visitors from all over the world. I think it is my calling or heavenly given job. Let's go and enjoy together! I hope to see you soon.
I usually use public transportation systems such as trains, buses, taxi, and so on.
I like outdoor activities. If you would like to do hiking, cycling etc., please feel free to ask me in advance.
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Samantha F.
“5 star guide!”
Koichi is a 5 star guide! It was pouring rain today but we still went to the oldest shrine in Kyoto. We walked around and he gave us lots of interesting information. Weekend did s special love letter on a leaf which was very special. He pointed out lots of signing and meaningful symbols, signs etc. We cut our tour short because the rain was getting worse. We have several days booked with him so we are continuing on another day. He went out of his way to reschedule the rest of the tour which he didn't have to and just shows us how unbelievable kind and accommodating he is. Definitely book with him!
Samantha F.
“Amazing day and fantastic guide”
Koichi has been an official guide for over 7 years. He is so well informed, kind and very professional. He took us around Kyoto and gave us detailed information like why the streets where named what they were. He helped us orient ourselves from our hotel, so we could figure out where we were in relation to our hotel. He personalized our tour today to our needs, he shared with us different treats and sake. We went to a Temple, some shopping streets, Nishi? Market, Japanese stores, Kyoto Station. We really had the best time today. Thanks for making our day amazing! Glad we have several more tours with Koichi!
Lutz K.
“Amazing Tour with all major highlights of Kyoto”
Koichi is a really great tour guide. He has a wide range of knowledge about the history and the presents of Kyoto. He showed us all major highlights and you can feel his heart and soul to provide you an unforgettable day. We can recommend this tour without any concerns. A 10 out of 10.
Koichi W.
Hi! Thank you for giving me such a nice rating and wonderful comments. I am very happy to have shared a wonderful time with you. I must once again express my gratitude for this opportunity that you gave me. Arigato and Ookini very much!! Koichi