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Tom K.

Joined 2023

Tom K.

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English, Spanish (Native)

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About Tour Guide Tom K.

I’m a Japanese who live in Nara and deeply loves Nara Prefecture.

I spent a long time traveling abroad, broadening my knowledge, and working as a tour guide.

Then I returned to Nara in 2024.

I can provide two appealing types of tours:

1. A tour visiting traditional World Heritage sites such as Todai-ji, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and Nara Park.

2. A short hiking experience or hands-on, interactive sightseeing tour.

(Both of types are posible to customizable.)

Based in Nara, I will provide you with an incredible time filled with local insights and experiences.

Tours

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

Car ride to the foot of Mt. wakakusa to have short-hike and Deer park!

*Available from March 22 to December 14, 2025 This tour offeres you a panoramic view at the bottom of Mt Wakakusa is located behind the Nara park, and get down to the Kasuga shrine then Todaiji while pass though Nara deer park. This is an experienced-based tour that provides you to short-hike, and you also can see the historical landmarks.

Car ride to the foot of Mt. wakakusa to have short-hike and Deer park!

FROM$155/ per group

Nara

4 hrs 30 mins

Let’s explore and get to know all the iconic spots around Nara Park!

Make the most of your day in Nara! Hop on a bus to the Todaiji-temple which the Great Buddha holl and start your adventure in the Buddhism area, stopping by famous spots like Nigatsu-do hall and Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and Kofuku-ji Temple. Wrap up your journey with some shopping in Nara’s charming historical town. This smart and easy route is the perfect way to enjoy all the highlights in just one day!

Let’s explore and get to know all the iconic spots around Nara Park!

FROM$77/ per group

Car ride to the foot of Mt. wakakusa to have short-hike and Deer park!

Nara

5 hours

Car ride to the foot of Mt. wakakusa to have short-hike and Deer park!

*Available from March 22 to December 14, 2025 This tour offeres you a panoramic view at the bottom of Mt Wakakusa is located behind the Nara park, and get down to the Kasuga shrine then Todaiji while pass though Nara deer park. This is an experienced-based tour that provides you to short-hike, and you also can see the historical landmarks.

Car ride to the foot of Mt. wakakusa to have short-hike and Deer park!

FROM$155/ per group

Nara

4 hrs 30 mins

Let’s explore and get to know all the iconic spots around Nara Park!

Make the most of your day in Nara! Hop on a bus to the Todaiji-temple which the Great Buddha holl and start your adventure in the Buddhism area, stopping by famous spots like Nigatsu-do hall and Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and Kofuku-ji Temple. Wrap up your journey with some shopping in Nara’s charming historical town. This smart and easy route is the perfect way to enjoy all the highlights in just one day!

Let’s explore and get to know all the iconic spots around Nara Park!

FROM$77/ per group

Tom K.

Date

People

Available Areas

Nara (Living)

Languages

English, Spanish (Native)

Response Time

6 hours on average

Availability Updated

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Car ride to the foot of Mt. wakakusa to have short-hike and Deer park!

Car ride to the foot of Mt. wakakusa to have short-hike and Deer park!

Let’s explore and get to know all the iconic spots around Nara Park!

Let’s explore and get to know all the iconic spots around Nara Park!

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