Joined 2016
Kyoto (Living), Nara, Osaka, Kobe
Japanese (Native), English
5 hours on average
1 day ago
Hi. My name is Yoshihisa. Call me "Yoshie", please. It means good or O.K. in Japanese. I live in Joyo City, Kyoto Prefecture, located just in between Kyoto and Nara. I was born and raised in Iga, Mie Prefecture. Iga is a birthplace of ninja and a renowned haiku poet, Matsuo Basho. I might be a descendant of ninja. I aim at becoming a linguistic ninja, following a part of Basho's lifestyle with the incorporation of seasonal changes into my tours. In addition to visiting famous temples and shrines, I invite you to lesser-known places of historic interest.
Once in a month I go hiking or mountain climbing with some friends mainly in mountains surrounding Kyoto and Nara basins. Recently I have got intrigued by the charms of Buddhist statues, which are manifestations of people's wishes and prayers. I also like izakaya (Japanese-style taverns) hopping, tasting delicious dishes and locally brewed sake at reasonable prices. Especially I like communicating with people from home and abroad, talking face to face. Some of the above-mentioned elements are included in my walking tours. I hope you will discover new aspects of cultural and natural beauty in Kansai area through one of my tours which you could never gain otherwise.
One of my favorite phrases that come from Zen Buddhism is Ichigo Ichie or this meeting-but only once in a lifetime. My interpretation goes this way: This place and this moment never cross again. Each and every good encounter, however, lingers on like the sound of a temple bell. Won't you explore a deeper world of Japanese culture in Kyoto, Nara and Osaka with me?
It is desirable to carry overseas travel insurance because the guide is not liable for any damage or loss incurred during the tour. It is also requested to bring enough Japanese yen with you because some restaurants and taxis do not accept credit cards.
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
“Kyoto amazing day!!”
Yoshi was amazing!! He was very knowledgeable about his Japanese history and he took us to his favorite recommended restaurants! He was able to guide us through the crowded temples with ease and we were able to get the full experience at every temple. I would definitely recommend him to anyone visiting Japan. If and when I do come back to Japan I will want to book another tour with Yoshi
Yoshihisa T.
(219 reviews)Hi James. Thank you so much for your wonderful comment on my tour yesterday. I am very glad that you liked every site we visited and the food and alcohol at the restaurants. I hope our paths will meet in the near future, especially during the cherry blossom or autumn foliage season. With best wishes. Yoshie
“Yoshi a great guide”
a great mixture of facts and funny stories with personal touch. The Golden tour was a perfect day to visit important places in Kyoto. Yoshi kept a perfect tempo and we were back at hotel by 5 pm
Yoshihisa T.
(219 reviews)Hi Bert-ove. Thank you very much for your kind review for My Favorite Golden Route today. I am pleased that you enjoyed today's tour a lot. I hope you will return home safely with lots of nice memories of Japan. With best wishes. Yoshie
“The best day of our trip!”
My friends and I spent a day touring around Kyoto with Yoshie. We went on the Golden Route Tour which covered a lot of ground, and the sights were beautiful. Yoshie was an excellent guide; knowledgeable, organized, and he spoke English incredibly well. We had the opportunity to have dinner with Yoshie at a local restaurant after our tour, and it was the honestly the best meal of our trip in Japan. I would have rated 6 stars if I could have. It was a pleasure Yoshie, thank you!!
Yoshihisa T.
(219 reviews)Hi Riley. I really appreciate your excellent review for my tour, My Favorite Golden Route. I had a wonderful time, guiding and talking with you four, too. I am also glad that you enjoyed the meal, beer and sake at the izakaya restaurant. I hope you will return home safely with lots of nice memories of Japan. Ichigo Ichie. With best wishes. Yoshie
Kyoto, Japan
Kyoto, Japan
Kyoto, Japan
Kyoto, Japan