About Tour Guide Hiroshi Y.

The tour covers 4 must-see sites in Kyoto

Nara

Let's enjoy walking around the ancient city called Heijyokyo or Nara established in 710.

Kiyomizudera(Kiyomizu Temple) and kawai kannjirou Memorial house and Sanjyusangendoucover image

Kiyomizudera(Kiyomizu Temple) and kawai kannjirou Memorial house and Sanjyusangendou

This tour covers 3 must-see scenic spots in Kyoto. Fushimi Inari-Shrine,Nanzenji-temple and Eikando-

Kyoto's most popular sightseeing spots tour and enjoy a various kinds of Kyoto's specialities

The tour covers 4 must-see sites in Kyoto

Nara

Let's enjoy walking around the ancient city called Heijyokyo or Nara established in 710.

Kiyomizudera(Kiyomizu Temple) and kawai kannjirou Memorial house and Sanjyusangendou

This tour covers 3 must-see scenic spots in Kyoto. Fushimi Inari-Shrine,Nanzenji-temple and Eikando-

Reviews

Mike Y.

5 / 5

May 15, 2025

Let's enjoy touring in 3 must-see sites in Kyoto

May 15, 2025

Customized

“Great and friendly tour guide”

Hiro was a great guide. He took us to many places in Kyoto and was so hospitality to my entire family!

Michael L.

5 / 5

May 6, 2025

Let's enjoy touring 4 must-see sites and the great artist museum house.

May 6, 2025

9 hours

Customized

“Wonderful guide and tour”

Hiroshi was an excellent guide. He thought about what we wished to see and applied his zeal to deliver his guided tour with style, humour and enthusiasm. We learnt so much and we especially appreciated his insights into Japanese life. We cannot recommend Hiro too highly. Ochini!

Hiroshi Y.

Dear Michael L. I am very grateful to you for your great reviews on a full day tour in Kyoto. During the tour I gave you some kinds of tough questions about the temples , shrines and ordinary people's life styles etc. Amazingly, both of you got correct answers from tough and strange questions ! I also enjoyed guiding such a guest who has profound knowledge about Japanese culture and history, thank you. Best regards May 8 Hiroshi Y.

Peter F.

5 / 5

Feb 25, 2025

Let's enjoy touring 4 must-see sites in Kyoto.

Feb 25, 2025

Customized

“most interesting and exciting day with Hiro”

The explanations were very exciting

Hiroshi Y.

Dear Peter I say thank you for your great reviews on one day tour in Kyoto. All of your family members seem to have a pleasant day. Thank you for your cooperation during the tour. I hope that your husband enjoy running in Tokyo Marathon ！ Best regards Feb 26 Hiroshi (hiro)

Hiroshi Y.

4.68 / 5

(334 reviews)

Date

People

Available Areas

Kyoto (Living), Nara

Languages

English, Japanese (Native)

Response Time

9 hours on average

Availability Updated

2 days ago

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