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Joined 2023
Ana I.
Available Areas
Kyoto (Living), Nara, Osaka
Languages
English (Native), Japanese, Romanian (Native)
Response Time
6 hours on average
Availability Updated
3 days ago
About Tour Guide Ana I.
Hello everyone!
My name is Ana. I am an experienced tour conductor who guides clients throughout Japan. I am Romanian and have been living in Japan for over 10 years.
I am versed in creating customized on-the-budget one-day and half-day tours for solo travelers, families, or groups.
Please allow me to show you the natural beauty, traditions, history and amazing food of KYOTO and NARA.
Feel free to contact me for a standard package OR a customized trip. I will put my best effort into meeting your needs and creating an amazing journey.
WELCOME TO JAPAN!
Important
On the tour day, if there is a delay of over 40 minutes (no notice from the client; the guide can’t reach the client), the tour will be automatically cancelled. Please check the GoWithGuide cancellation policies when booking a tour.
Thank you in advance!
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Categories
Experience the BEST of KYOTO!
For 8 hours, we will explore Kyoto's symbolic places and marvel at its over 1100-year-old history, culture, traditions, and food. This tour is perfect for those who want to experience this wonderful former capital of Japan with only a day or two to spare for traveling in the region.
Experience the BEST of KYOTO!
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Kyoto - 5-hour tour of the historic Higashiyama District!
This 5-hour tour is created for those who wish to learn about the historic district of Kyoto but do not have the time to explore in-depth. Everyone is welcome to participate as the tour has a mixture of history, nature, architecture and experiences ( shopping or souvenir browsing, introduction to Japanese sweets and food/drinks, meditative walk).
Kyoto - 5-hour tour of the historic Higashiyama District!
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Postcards of Kyoto (East Version)
We will explore the East of Kyoto: rich in history, culture, and traditional architecture. This tour will cover some of the most famous sites of the ancient city — symbols of Kyoto that appear in the postcards.
Postcards of Kyoto (East Version)
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Rise&Shine, walk in historic Higashiyama District at SUNRISE
As a unique experience, let me guide you through Kyoto's protected Higashiyama District at sunrise. Away from the crowds of tourists, this short trip offers the chance for those interested in Japanese culture and history to experience the area at a peaceful and meditative pace.
Rise&Shine, walk in historic Higashiyama District at SUNRISE
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NARA - Journey into Shinto and Buddhism
The ancient city of Nara hosts 6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites with breathtaking architectural examples of the 8th century. This tour covers the historical sites in the journey of better understanding Buddhism and Shinto, interacting with some of the hundreds of deer in Nara Park, and enjoying walks in old forests.
NARA - Journey into Shinto and Buddhism
Reviews
Grace S.
“Efficient, Friendly and Flexible”
Ana gave us the impression that she is well-prepared for her tour with us, the moment we met. She gave us information regarding Okayama and especially the castle, without being robotic. Just the right information, nothing more, nothing less. Many tour guides simply gave us too much information, to the point where we do not retain much of it, at the end of the day. Matsuyama was a delight under her guidance. She was wonderfully flexible and her attitude made us feel comfortable and welcomed. I shall certainly ask for her guidance again.
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Ana I.
Dear Grace, thank you very much for trusting me to guide and assist you on this occasion. I had a wonderful time as you shared invaluable experiences and very interesting stories. I will cherish your generosity shown on our tour for a very long time. I look forward to meeting you again soon. Have a wonderful rest of the trip, filled with health and hot springs!
Linna W.
“Nara day tour”
Ana was an excellent guide, and our guest really appreciated her support throughout the tour. She handled the changes smoothly and accommodated everything with a positive attitude. Thank you again for your flexibility. We look forward to working with you in the future.
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Ana I.
Thank you very much, Linna, for trusting me with guiding your guest in Nara. I had a great time together and enjoyed the small changes and the relaxed pace of the tour. The client's generosity and flexibility made my job so easy and enjoyable. All the best! Until next time.
Dorothy M.
“Kyoto Tour”
We had an amazing experience on our half-day Kyoto tour with Ana as our guide. She took us through some of Kyoto’s most iconic temples and the famous Geisha district while sharing the rich history and significance behind everything we visited. Ana was extremely knowledgeable and made the entire tour engaging, interesting, and enjoyable from start to finish. Even in such a short amount of time, I felt like we learned so much about Kyoto and its culture. She was also incredibly attentive, patient, and flexible with our group, especially since we loved stopping to take pictures along the way. Ana was very easy to engage with and had such a warm and wonderful personality that made the experience even better. I would definitely recommend Ana to anyone visiting Kyoto for the first time, she truly made the experience memorable and will not disappoint!
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Ana I.
Dear Dorothy, thank you very much for the beautiful review. I had a great half-day with you and your group! I learnt so many things about New York and life in the USA. Thank you all for the great advice and the insightful comments during our tour. I wish you all much health and a beautiful summer.
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Fumi U.
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Robert K.
Hello from the enchanting Kyoto! My name is Robert, I studied Japanology at University and live in Kyoto. I offer professional tours in Nara and Kyoto. Let's visit the beautiful temples, Zen gardens and shrines together, combined with the culinary experiences that these cities have to offer. You will learn a lot about the history and culture of this beautiful country. It is very important to me that my guests experience a relaxing time without any hustle and bustle, that they can enjoy the beauty in peace, and that they find a moment of tranquillity far away from their hectic everyday lives. If I have piqued your interest, please feel free to contact me. We can discuss the tour itinerary together; I will tailor it entirely to your personal wishes. Thank you for taking the time to read my advertisement. I look forward to hearing from you. Best regards from Kyoto, Robert
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Akira F.
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