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Joined 2017
Mana F.
Available Areas
Kyoto, Shiga (Living)
Languages
English
Response Time
2 hours on average
Availability Updated
Today
About Tour Guide Mana F.
Hello, my name is Mana. I am a National Licensed Tour Guide in English. I was born and raised in Kyoto. I worked for the Kyoto Prefectural Police Headquarters after I graduated from university.
I know lots about Kyoto's cultures and festivals . After I got married, I have been in Shiga for over 30 years. I work for at high school as a part time teacher. I am flexible in Kyoto and Shiga. I am practicing ”Rakugo”a traditional Japanese comedic storytelling art, to make my tours more enjoyable and filled with laughter. Let’s laugh together during my tours!The fun, hand-drawn illustrations I use on my tours are also very popular—most of my guests take photos of them.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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Charming must -see in north west area of Kyoto city
This tour covers 4 must-see sightseeing spot . Firstly, we visit the golden pavilion. We go to Arashiyama. We walk through Tenryuji garden and bamboo forest. In the afternoon, we'll visit Nijo castle. (We enjoy watching a live demonstration of Japanese sweet making with green tea(Mattcha).Finally you can learn about Kyoto’s traditional and wonderful kimono
Charming must -see in north west area of Kyoto city
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The half day tour, My precious home town Fushimi and Uji
The customized must-see tour of an Serene classical Atmosphere of south of Kyoto .Walk through country riverside path and beautiful garden of Byodoin . Visit Sake Brewery. ( watch and taste making Japanese sake. ) Visit Fushimi Inari shrine.This tour not only visits the photogenic Fushimi Inari and Byodoin Temple, but you will also be able to gain more knowledge of the Inari shrine and the brand name of green tea “Uji Cha”.
The half day tour, My precious home town Fushimi and Uji
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The villages of Kouga Ninja and Shigaraki pottery
Koka city is one of the two most famous districts for Ninja as well as Iga city. The Ninja house was built about 300 years ago .It displays some gears and weapons actually used by Ninja allowing you to have experience intelligence and crafty skills. Shigaraki pottery has a long history and famous for its cute raccoon dog "Tanuki" There are many genuine Sake breweries in Shiga
The villages of Kouga Ninja and Shigaraki pottery
Reviews
Gan kong C.
“North west kyoto”
Excrllent 5 star
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Mana F.
Dear Chin Thank you again for sending the reviews for both days. I look forward to welcoming you both back to Kyoto in the future. Mana
Gan kong C.
“Must see in kyoto easr and south”
Excellent
Mana F.
Dear Chin Thank you very much for giving me a five-star review. Seeing you both traveling happily together in good health was heartwarming, and it is exactly the kind of retirement life I hope to have someday. I hope you continue to have good health and continue to be interested in Japanese culture Mana
Janelle R.
“Wonderful day with Mana”
My husband & I had a fantastic day with Mana, she did a terrific job in seeing many sights and taking us to interesting places to sit and enjoy delicious Japanese food. Her assistance in learning some Japanese with useful pictures was also appreciated. Thank you Mana for your kindness and generosity. Janelle and Andrew
Mana F.
Dear Janelle, Thank you for remembering to send me a high-rated review. I’m so glad we were able to do the tour on such a beautiful day — it became a fun and memorable day for me as well. Please come back to Japan again anytime with your wonderful husband. Mana
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Koichi W.
Hi! I'm Koichi. I was born in Osaka, I studied in Kyoto when I was a university student. Now I live in Shiga next to Kyoto. I am a national government licensed tour guide. I have been guiding about 160 groups over the past twelve months. I usually guide my customers mainly in Kansai region including Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Kobe and Shiga by public transportation systems. Well, I am curious about Japanese history, especially the history of Japan's ancient times since I was raised next to the world biggest mausoleum of the ancient Emperor called "Nintoku" in Sakai city Osaka which has just become one of the world cultural heritage sites. I dug out some ancient earthen ware vessels around there when I was a primary school student like the adventure archaeologist “Indiana Jones" (It’s our secret!!). That was my hobby. Now, one of my hobbies is outdoor activities such as mountaineering, kayaking, skiing and others. So I would like to take you to some good places where you can enjoy Japanese unique nature. I love to guide foreign visitors from all over the world. I think it is my calling or heavenly given job. Let's go and enjoy together! I hope to see you soon.
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Tatsuhiro N.
It took me some 20 years to be qualified for this job and I feel honored for being able to help tourists from abroad understand our nation and culture. Japan is a beautiful country with a long history, tradition and rich cultural heritages, having various features in each of the four distinct seasons. Although there are now many visitors from abroad, mainly from Asian countries, they are mostly interested in shopping taking advantage of cheaper yen rather than understanding our people and culture. Kyoto and Nara are the two cities best known by foreign tourists, but not all the aspects of Japanese culture are concentrated there. If you visit the countryside other than these two cities, you will never fail to see the beautiful natural surroundings and people who will warmly welcome you. I wish to work as the bridge between Japanese people and tourists from all over the world.
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