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Shiga Private Tour - Kiyomizudera in the fall
Kiyomizudera in the fall
Shiga Private Tour - Arashino Nenbutsuji in Arashiyama
Arashino Nenbutsuji in Arashiyama
Shiga Private Tour - Arashiyama bamboo paths
Arashiyama bamboo paths
Shiga Private Tour - Fushimi Inari
Fushimi Inari
Shiga Private Tour - Komyoin garden
Komyoin garden
Shiga Private Tour - Aburimochi in Kyoto
Aburimochi in Kyoto
Shiga Private Tour - One of the oldest tea houses
One of the oldest tea houses
Shiga Private Tour - Moss garden in Arashiyama
Moss garden in Arashiyama
Shiga Private Tour - The mountains of Arashiyama
The mountains of Arashiyama
Shiga Private Tour - The backside of Arashiyama
The backside of Arashiyama
Shiga Private Tour - Ginkakuji
Ginkakuji
Shiga Private Tour - Weeping cherry blossom
Weeping cherry blossom
Shiga Private Tour - Cherry blossom at its peak
Cherry blossom at its peak
Shiga Private Tour - Beautiful camellias in Higashiyama
Beautiful camellias in Higashiyama
Shiga Private Tour - The Nishiki market
The Nishiki market
Shiga Private Tour - One of the most sacred shrines in Kyoto
One of the most sacred shrines in Kyoto
Shiga Private Tour - Monkeys of Mt. Iwata
Monkeys of Mt. Iwata
Shiga Private Tour - Great view of Lake Biwa
Great view of Lake Biwa
Shiga Private Tour - Hikone castle - National treasure
Hikone castle - National treasure
Shiga Private Tour - Hachimanbori moat
Hachimanbori moat
Shiga Private Tour - Moat in Shiga used for many movies
Moat in Shiga used for many movies
Shiga Private Tour - Charcoal grilled tofu with miso
Charcoal grilled tofu with miso
Shiga Private Tour - Silk stole from Aizome experience
Silk stole from Aizome experience
Shiga Private Tour - Lunch with fresh local ingredients
Lunch with fresh local ingredients
Tour Guide - Nori I.

Joined 2023

Nori I.

5.00 / 5
(62 reviews)
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Available Areas

Kyoto, Mie, Shiga (Living)

Languages

English, Japanese (Native)

Response Time

9 hours on average

Availability Updated

4 days ago

About Tour Guide Nori I.

I have lived in the US, UK, and India for approximately 20 years, and I’ve also traveled to about 30 countries. Living abroad for such a long time made me realize Japan’s value and sparked my interest in working as a translator/guide for foreigners. I’m truly passionate about introducing people to historical sites, authentic Japanese culture, and stunning natural spots that may not be widely known to people outside of Japan. There are countless places that I believe people would love.

Originally from Nagoya, I cover areas around the city and the Kansai region including Kyoto, Shiga and Mie. I’m here to ensure your trip to Japan becomes an unforgettable memory. Looking forward to meeting you!

Important

For some tours I can not guide everyday due to facility and store closings. Please send me a message and check my availability first before booking. Thank you!

Reviews

Five stars well deserved

Thanks Nori for guiding my son and I for the two half day tours of Kyoto in the extreme heat and humidity. Your knowledge and familiarity of the sites was invaluable and added greatly to our experience. Thanks for accommodating our wishes and helping with our souvenir shopping. You took the pressure off-lol. We definitely recommend your guiding services and wish you the best. Paul N.

Paul N.

Nori I.

Thanks for taking my tour! I really appreciate it. Due to the heat and your leg condition, I was a bit concerned but we were able to visit quite a lot of great places in Kyoto. I am glad you enjoyed visiting them! Hope your wife and family will be happy to get those souvenirs!!! Take care.

My 15-year-old daughter and I loved our tour with Nori!

My 15-year-old daughter and I had a fantastic day touring Kyoto with Nori! He was incredibly organized, responsive, and helpful during the planning process. His deep knowledge of history and culture made each stop in the Arashiyama area more meaningful, and it was such a relief to have him guide us effortlessly through trains, buses, and crowds. He was also so easy to be around—funny, kind, and very relatable. The highlight of our tour was Okochi Sanso, the stunning private garden we might never have discovered if not for Nori’s recommendation. It was an extremely hot day, and by the time we reached the Golden Pavilion, the line was so long we decided to pivot and go shopping instead—Nori led us to market spots where we found some of our favorite purchases, including sesame and wasabi snacks, a cutting board, a kiwi slicer, and Spingle shoes! (Nori—when my husband was feeling better, I took him to Spingle and we both ended up getting shoes there! :)) I highly recommend Nori—he’s an exceptional guide and a great guy!

Beverly F.

Nori I.

Thanks for your kind words. It was a lot of fun for me as well exploring Kyoto with you guys! I thought maybe you bought something at a vintage shop in Teramachi but you bought Spingle shoes, huh! That is nice. Hopefully your husband is fully recovered and jumping like a kangaroo with the Spingle shoes!! ( : There is so many more beautiful places in Kyoto. Hopefully you can come back someday! Take care!

Highly recommend Nori! Nori is truly amazing and his global travel experience adds to the Kyoto tour!

What a fantastic tour experience with Nori - 1. He is very knowledgeable about the historical significance of the various Japanese time periods. He is able to weave the historical series beautifully and it takes you back in time. 2. His global work experience adds a lot of flavor to the tour. 3. He is flexible with what we wanted on the tour. 4. He gave us some great food, tea ceremony suggestions for our time in Tokyo. Highly recommend Nori!

Nityanand B.

Nori I.

Thanks for your wonderful comments. Due to the high heat, I was a bit concerned but I am happy to hear that you all enjoyed my tour. Hopefully you can come to Japan again some time!! Take care, Nori

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