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Kyoto Private Tour - The process of makig Yuba, the healthiest, protein-rich Japanese food. After the beans soaked overnight, they are ground into a paste and boiled in a large kettle. The resulting porridge is strained through finely woven cloth and separated into yuba soup and okara( bean curd). The yuba soup is transferred to a flat pan and boiled. The solid film which forms on the simmering soup is then carefully scooped up. This is Yuba.

The process of makig Yuba, the healthiest, protein-rich Japanese food. After the beans soaked overnight, they are ground into a paste and boiled in a large kettle. The resulting porridge is strained through finely woven cloth and separated into yuba soup and okara( bean curd). The yuba soup is transferred to a flat pan and boiled. The solid film which forms on the simmering soup is then carefully scooped up. This is Yuba.

The owner of Yubakichi, my friend. He makes Yuba, made only from soybeans of the highest quality. He work hard every day,

In the Nishiki Market, you can buy fresh sea food, Kyoto-brand vegetables,pickles, kitchen tools (kettles, knives, basekts and so on) and handicrafts. This narrow street lasts about 400 meters. This market is always busy and active. In the market we eat sushi lunch.

Kyoto Private Tour - Yasaka shrine is dedicated to the worship of Susanoo no Mikoto who is thought to protect people from evil and bring success in business.Enter through the torii shrine gate, purify yourself at the washbasin, and then bow twice, clap twice and bow once more. In front of the outer shrine, slightly bow your head, make a monetary offering and the ring the bell.

Yasaka shrine is dedicated to the worship of Susanoo no Mikoto who is thought to protect people from evil and bring success in business.Enter through the torii shrine gate, purify yourself at the washbasin, and then bow twice, clap twice and bow once more. In front of the outer shrine, slightly bow your head, make a monetary offering and the ring the bell.

Kyoto Private Tour - In front of the outer shrine, slightly bow your head, make a monray offering and ring the bell, wishing your dream come true.
You can draw sticks at the shrine to tell the fortunes.Correspondins slips of paper are given to indicate your fortunes, such as very lucky, lucky moderately lucky and unlucky.

In front of the outer shrine, slightly bow your head, make a monray offering and ring the bell, wishing your dream come true. You can draw sticks at the shrine to tell the fortunes.Correspondins slips of paper are given to indicate your fortunes, such as very lucky, lucky moderately lucky and unlucky.

Kyoto Private Tour - Kennin-ji temple is a temple of the Zen sect, one of the main branches of Japanese Buddhism. Buddhism, founded about 2,500years ago in India by Shakyamuni Buddha, teaches that the inherent suffering of life can be transcended through equanimity,wisdom, and compassioon.The temple was founded in 1202 by the preist Eisai. It has a bearutyful dry landscape garden. You can sit in front of the garden, enjoying the view as long as you like.

Kennin-ji temple is a temple of the Zen sect, one of the main branches of Japanese Buddhism. Buddhism, founded about 2,500years ago in India by Shakyamuni Buddha, teaches that the inherent suffering of life can be transcended through equanimity,wisdom, and compassioon.The temple was founded in 1202 by the preist Eisai. It has a bearutyful dry landscape garden. You can sit in front of the garden, enjoying the view as long as you like.

Kyoto Private Tour - You can see two dragons on the ceiling of the hall near the main building.. It measures 11.4m by 15.7m and is drawn with the finest quality ink on thick traditional Japanese paper. Dragons are beilived to be protectors of the Buddhist teachings They are also considered to be gods of water,sending the nourishing rain of the teachings of Buddhism down onto followers.

You can see two dragons on the ceiling of the hall near the main building.. It measures 11.4m by 15.7m and is drawn with the finest quality ink on thick traditional Japanese paper. Dragons are beilived to be protectors of the Buddhist teachings They are also considered to be gods of water,sending the nourishing rain of the teachings of Buddhism down onto followers.

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Toshiyo O.

4.70 / 5

(261 reviews)

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About Tour Guide Toshiyo O.

I was born and raised in Kyoto.Kyoto has a lot of things to see and experience. Kyoto is an ancient city with a lot of world heritage.

I am happy to show you both traditonal aspects of Japan and modern things.

I use public transportation and I am good at walking.

Also I am very flexible.

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I can guide in Kyoto,Nara Osaka and Shiga.

I live in Kyoto city so my transportation fee is needed if I guide in Nara Osaka and Shiga.

Tours

All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!

1 day special customized tour in Kyoto

FROM$220/ per group

Kyoto

6 hours

６hour Kyoto exciting private tour

FROM$165/ per group

Kyoto

4 hours

Half day special customized tour in Kyoto

FROM$124/ per group

One day tour From Gion to the Nishiki Marketcover image

Kyoto

5 hours

One day tour From Gion to the Nishiki Market

FROM$140/ per group

Katsura Imperial Villa and Fushimi Inari cover image

Kyoto

4 hours

Katsura Imperial Villa and Fushimi Inari

FROM$124/ per group

Experiencing Japanese calligraphy and tea ceremony cover image

Shiga

2 hours

Experiencing Japanese calligraphy and tea ceremony

FROM$69/ per group

Kyoto

7 hours

1 day special customized tour in Kyoto

FROM$220/ per group

Kyoto

6 hours

６hour Kyoto exciting private tour

FROM$165/ per group

Kyoto

4 hours

Half day special customized tour in Kyoto

FROM$124/ per group

Kyoto

5 hours

One day tour From Gion to the Nishiki Market

FROM$140/ per group

Kyoto

4 hours

Katsura Imperial Villa and Fushimi Inari

FROM$124/ per group

Shiga

2 hours

Experiencing Japanese calligraphy and tea ceremony

FROM$69/ per group

Reviews

Jeff A.

5 / 5

Jun 25, 2025

６hour Kyoto exciting private tour

Jun 25, 2025

Kyoto

6 hours

“Wonderful tour with Toshiyo ”

My family had a great time touring Kyoto with Toshiyo. She was knowledgeable and very helpful throughout the tour. We have two kids and Toshiyo was very nice and both with the kids and adults. From seeing monkeys to the bamboo forest to seeing multiple temples, we had an action packed tour! When we were tired (it is hot out there in June!) Toshiyo helped us quickly find a restaurant with AC to cool down and rest. She also gave us advice on other sites to see after the tour. She helped make our first day in Kyoto a great one.

Toshiyo O.

Thank you very much for having me as your guide. Although it was hot and humid, no rain today. I am very glad you enjoyed my hometown, Kyoto. Hope to have many good memories here. Arigatogozaimashita!

Karan M.

5 / 5

Jun 15, 2025

1 day special customized tour in Kyoto

Jun 15, 2025

Kyoto

7 hours

“Cultural tour of Kyoto. ”

We discussed what we would like to see and she tailored the tour to our needs. Amazing city. We kept a few things to see ourselves in the days to follow. Don’t expect to see all the sites and temples in one day. The Japanese gardens at the temple was highlight. Highly recommend.

Toshiyo O.

Dear Karan Thank you very much for having me as your guide and writing me the review. I am glad you liked the beautiful gardens here. Hope you will come back in autumn. Thank you. Toshiyo

Stacey K.

5 / 5

Jun 4, 2025

1 day special customized tour in Kyoto

Jun 4, 2025

Kyoto

7 hours

“Seeing Kyoto quickly and efficiently ”

She was a great tourist made buses much easier We saw what we needed and she help with recommendations

Toshiyo O.

Dear Stacy Thank you very much for having me as your guide and writing the kind review. I appreciate it. I hope you enjoyed the food here. Thank you. Toshiyo