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Joined 2018
Koichi W.
Available Areas
Shiga (Living), Kobe, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka
Languages
Japanese (Native), English
Response Time
3 hours on average
Availability Updated
1 day ago
About Tour Guide Koichi W.
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.
Important
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.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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Early Bird Tour Western Kyoto including Bamboo Forest and Kinkakuji Golden Pavilion
Shall we explore some of the most popular sightseeing destinations in Kyoto while most tourists are preparing for their tour? I would also like to take you some hidden gemes in Kyoto. Beat the crowds!
Early Bird Tour Western Kyoto including Bamboo Forest and Kinkakuji Golden Pavilion
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Eastern Highlights in Kyoto for the first time visitor - Full Day Tour -
Kyoto is a city full of charm, both ancient and modern such as the stone gardens of Zen temples, orange gates of Shito shrines, traditional cafés, local cuisine loved by Kyoto people, modern art museums and so on. I would like to show you not only major sightseeing spots but also small tips to enjoy the city. Let's explore together and discover the real Kyoto with me!!
Eastern Highlights in Kyoto for the first time visitor - Full Day Tour -
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Western Highlights in Kyoto for the first time visitor Full Day Tour
Kyoto is a city full of charm, both ancient and modern such as the stone gardens of Zen temples, orange gates of Shito shrines, traditional cafés, local cuisine loved by Kyoto people, modern art museums and so on. I would like to show you not only major sightseeing spots but also small tips to enjoy the city. Let's explore together and discover the real Kyoto with me!!
Western Highlights in Kyoto for the first time visitor Full Day Tour
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Early Bird Half Day Tour Eastern Kyoto including Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kiyomizu Temple
Shall we explore some of the most popular sightseeing destinations in Kyoto while most tourists are preparing for their tour? On this tour, we first visit Kiyomizudera Buddhist temple to avoid busy tourists. And then, walk down to Gion Geisha Town through Ninenzaka/Sannenzaka worshiper's path of the temple which is designated as a historical preserved area for its beautiful townscape. Then we are going to famous Fushimi Inari Shrine or Sanjusangen-do temple. Beat the crowds!
Early Bird Half Day Tour Eastern Kyoto including Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kiyomizu Temple
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Full-Day Nara Deear Park and Uji Green Tea Town Tour from Kyoto
On this tour, we will visit Nara and Uji Green tea Town. Nara was established as the first permanent Japan's capital in the year 710. There are a lot of historical sites, such as Todaiji Great Buddha Hall, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Kofukuji Temple and so on. Nara"deer"park is also one of must-see areas. On our way back to Kyoto, we will hop off at JR Uji Station and visit the Green Tea Town of Uji. If you have time to spare, taste the finest green tea.
Full-Day Nara Deear Park and Uji Green Tea Town Tour from Kyoto
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Hike in mysterious mountains of Kyoto -Kurama to Kibune-
We will visit Kuramadera which is a Buddhist temple located along the steep wooded mountainside. Behind the temple's main building, the hiking trail continues through the forest to Kibune, a small town famous for Kibune Shrine dedicated to the goddess of the water "Tamayorihime". The hike from Kurama-dera to Kibune takes about one hour. If you like, you can also enjoy "Onsen" hot spring at Kurama.
Hike in mysterious mountains of Kyoto -Kurama to Kibune-
Reviews
Gary M.
“Excellent Early Bird Tour ”
Koichi W was the most incredible guide. Engaging, planned an invigorating 5 hour tour of the highlights of Kyoto!! Well planned route, excellent pace and thoughtfully detailed. Suited the experience to our knowledge level of Japan’s history. Kept us engaged and quizzed us periodically to make it fun!! Highly personable and kind, Koichi left a lasting impact on us and made lasting memories of our time in Kyoto. Highest recommendation!! Most superior representation of your tour company!!
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Koichi W.
Hi! Thank you for giving me such a amazing rating and heartwarming comment. Although it was only a short time in the morning on the day, I am grateful to have the chence to meet such a wonderful couple as you two. If you have another oppotunity, please come visit Kyoto again. I would also be really happy if you could come visit my hometown Shiga, where I live. Arigato-gozaimasu! Koichi
Marcus R.
“Great tour with lots of information”
Had a great tour with Koichi. He met us early at our place and helped us navigate Kyoto transportation to get to the sights before they got too crowded. He was willing to adapt our itinerary to help us see what we were interested in. Highly recommended!
Koichi W.
Hi! Marcus san. Thank you so much for the wonderful rating and comments. Although it was only a half-day, I’m grateful for the opportunity to spend time with such a wonderful family. If you ever have a chance to visit Japan again, please come to Shiga, where I live. I think you’ll get a feel for the charm of the countryside there. Koichi
Enri T.
“A wonderful day with dear Koichi san”
On our first day with Koichi we had the opportunity to get to know Osaka. Koichi san is a funny, energetic, nice and smart person. We can highly recommend him as a tour guide. The contact with him was always perfect. At the end of this first day we were already looking forward to our second day with him :) Dear Koichi, thank you so much for your time and your patience with us. It was a huge pleasure to meet you! Enri & Donato
Koichi W.
Thank you so much for the wonderful rating and heartwarming comments. Having the opportunity to meet such a wonderful couple as you two is the greatest reward of my work as a guide. Thank you so much. It will be a great source of encouragement for my future work. I also hope you’ll have the chance to visit Japan and my hometown again. Arigato-gozaimasu!! koichi
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