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Tour Guide - Eco H.

Joined 2023

Eco H.

5.00 / 5
(2 reviews)
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Available Areas

Hyogo, Kyoto (Living), Nara, Osaka, Shiga, Kobe

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Languages

English (Native), German, Dutch (Native), Japanese

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Response Time

8 hours on average

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3 days ago

About Tour Guide Eco H.

Eco has called Kyoto his home for the last 7 years, and now he hopes to share with you all he has learned of this wonderful city and the surrounding area. Recent graduate with a background in Japanese history and religion, he is now a professor a university in nearby Kobe city. Therefore, if you are particularly interested in learning more about the history and culture of Kyoto he can provide exciting narratives to go along with visiting the delightful sites. Throughout his time in Kyoto he has been working as a guide for numerous organisations, including guiding around Japanese tourists visiting Kyoto, and has provided many with a unique view of the city.

Important

I can guide you in other areas around Kansai as well, such as Kobe or Wakayama, if you pay my transportation fee.

Tours

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

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Half-day Kyoto History and Culture Tour

Kyoto
4 hours

First and foremost, I do not want to provide a typical tour to the standard fair of tourist attractions. As with the majority of visitors to Kyoto, you do not really need a guide to visit such places. Instead, what makes my tour special is that I can show you the unique places of Kyoto with the addition of a historical and cultural background. Lunch at local restaurants, visit temples of the beaten path, go to local shopping arcades for unique products. Enjoy Kyoto without the crowds.

FROM$392/ per group
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Osaka City Trip

Osaka
8 hours

Welcome to Japan's third largest city Osaka! A vibrant and bustling metropolis, the city is famous as a more rugged city experience compared to Tokyo. Known as the "Nation's Kitchen," Osaka is a city a history of international trade has shaped its version of modernity, offering a unique blend of rich history, cultural landmarks, and foods to try. Join on a journey to explore some of Osaka's most iconic attractions, and learn more about the dynamic energy that defines this incredible city.

FROM$620/ per group
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Nara History Tour

Nara
6 hours

You can go in blind and simply learn as much as possible about this phenomenal city, where you will be provided with a good encapsulation of the wonders of Nara.

FROM$555/ per group
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Kyoto Imperial Palace

Kyoto
1 hour 30 min

Welcome to the Kyoto Imperial Palace, a symbol of Japan's rich cultural heritage and a site that has played a pivotal role in the country's history. Today, as we walk through these hallowed grounds, we will explore the palace's long and fascinating history, which stretches back over a thousand years. The Kyoto Imperial Palace, or "Kyoto Gosho" as it is known in Japanese, is not just a historic building, but a living testament to the traditions, politics, and culture of Japan's imperial past.

FROM$163/ per group
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Kyoto Day-trip to Miho Museum

Kyoto
8 hours

In this tour we would like to take you to the most spectacular museum in the area, the Miho Museum by renown architect I. M. Pei. We will ensure you reach this difficult to visit museum hidden in the depths of the mountains of Shiga Prefecture. As there is little language support available, on this tour we will be joined by an interpreter.

FROM$490/ per group
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Kyoto Zen Meditation Experience

Kyoto
5 hours

This tour package is designed for those interested in Zen Buddhism. For visitors who want to experience zazen (seated meditation), we would like to take you to the temple where we usually practise. The dates for zazen are fixed and 2024's schedule is as follows: 14 and 28 May , 11 and 25 June, 9 and 23 July,    10 & 24 September, 8 & 22 October, 12 & 26 November 10 December (None in August). *Held in the morning.

FROM$522/ per group

Reviews

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Addie F.

5 / 5
Oct 24, 2024

Half-day Kyoto History and Culture Tour

Kyoto
4 hours

Eco is a Wonderful Tour Guide

Eco handles my large family well. He was flexible and accommodating. He is so knowledgeable and taught us many interesting things. We learned about the history and culture and religions of Japan. We loved our tour with Eco!

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Maike D.

5 / 5
May 29, 2024

Half-day Kyoto History and Culture Tour

Kyoto
4 hours

Off the beaten path

We traveled aß a family of three, first time to Kyoto. Eco responded to every question I had very quick. We met at the hotel and went for a four hour walk through Tokio, as requested throu parts of Kyoto that are not so crowded. Eco was very knowledgable, friendly and very flexible during the tour. He gave us a lot of Tips for our stay in Kyoto. We had a wonderful time off the beaten path im Kyoto.

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