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Hiroki K.

Joined 2017

Hiroki K.

5.00 / 5

(1 reviews)

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Available Areas

Osaka (Living), Kyoto

Languages

Japanese (Native), English, Chinese (Simplified)

Response Time

2 days on average

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About Tour Guide Hiroki K.

I am a professional government-licensed tour guide. So far, I have provided private and small group tours for more than 800 guests from about 30 countries in Kyoto and Osaka, where I have spent most of my adult life in the two cities. As a result, I have also been appointed as an inbound hospitality instructor by Japan Tourism Agency. So I believe you will have a fantastic experience.

Furthermore, I am also a specialist of tourism in general. I have experienced guide coaching, co-author of several inbound guidebooks, and translator of inbound materials. Especially in Kyoto, I have been in charge of a guide coaching program since 2020. Based on these experiences, I am doing a doctoral research in tourism studies (tourism ethics) in a university. So, I can assure you that you will also be in touch with more profound knowledge and wisdom that you cannot get anywhere else.

Important

Operation days vary depending on the time of year and the week.

Tours

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

Kyoto Philosophical Tour (Silver Route)

This tour takes you to the must-see places mainly on the northeastern side of central Kyoto. The tour covers a relatively peaceful, natural area, including a popular local walking trail or sacred place for Japanese "Pure Land" Buddhism. As the tour visits a shrine, Zen garden, Pure Land Buddhism's secret place, Buddhist gate, and modern architecture, you will be able to experience a wide range of fascinating aspects of Japanese culture.

Kyoto Philosophical Tour (Silver Route)

FROM$370/ per group

Kyoto

8 hours

Kyoto Highlight Tour with "Philosophical" Guide (West Route)

This tour takes you to some of Kyoto's must-see sights, especially those representative of the western side of the city. The tour includes three UNESCO World Heritage Sites (Kinkakuji Temple, Ryoanji Temple, Nijo-jo Castle) and bamboo forests, as well as a tram ride to enjoy Kyoto's local scenery. If you want to do something different than visiting the classic sites, you can skip one of the World Heritage Sites and go to the Monkey Park instead.

Kyoto Highlight Tour with "Philosophical" Guide (West Route)

FROM$370/ per group

Osaka

7 hours

Osaka Highlight Tour with Govenmentally Licenced Tour Guide

This tour is a well-balanced combination of popular must-see spots and local secret spots in Osaka, one of the biggest city in Japan with cultures and a long history. This tour will cover everything from Japanese religious culture of Buddhism and Shintoism, history such as samurai and cityscapes, modern shopping, Instagrammable spots, and Osaka's unique food culture.

Osaka Highlight Tour with Govenmentally Licenced Tour Guide

FROM$340/ per group

Kyoto

7 hours

Kyoto Philosophical Tour (Silver Route)

This tour takes you to the must-see places mainly on the northeastern side of central Kyoto. The tour covers a relatively peaceful, natural area, including a popular local walking trail or sacred place for Japanese "Pure Land" Buddhism. As the tour visits a shrine, Zen garden, Pure Land Buddhism's secret place, Buddhist gate, and modern architecture, you will be able to experience a wide range of fascinating aspects of Japanese culture.

Kyoto Philosophical Tour (Silver Route)

FROM$370/ per group

Kyoto

8 hours

Kyoto Highlight Tour with "Philosophical" Guide (West Route)

This tour takes you to some of Kyoto's must-see sights, especially those representative of the western side of the city. The tour includes three UNESCO World Heritage Sites (Kinkakuji Temple, Ryoanji Temple, Nijo-jo Castle) and bamboo forests, as well as a tram ride to enjoy Kyoto's local scenery. If you want to do something different than visiting the classic sites, you can skip one of the World Heritage Sites and go to the Monkey Park instead.

Kyoto Highlight Tour with "Philosophical" Guide (West Route)

FROM$370/ per group

Osaka

7 hours

Osaka Highlight Tour with Govenmentally Licenced Tour Guide

This tour is a well-balanced combination of popular must-see spots and local secret spots in Osaka, one of the biggest city in Japan with cultures and a long history. This tour will cover everything from Japanese religious culture of Buddhism and Shintoism, history such as samurai and cityscapes, modern shopping, Instagrammable spots, and Osaka's unique food culture.

Osaka Highlight Tour with Govenmentally Licenced Tour Guide

FROM$340/ per group

Reviews

Nancy T.

5 / 5

Apr 3, 2026

Kyoto Philosophical Tour (Silver Route)

Apr 3, 2026

Kyoto

7 hours

“Philosophy, History, and Fun”

We thoroughly enjoyed our day with Hiroki K., exploring parts of Kyoto we’d missed on previous visits. His enthusiasm and general good humor made for a wonderful day. His extensive knowledge of the history of each place was presented in a “digestible” way – enough to inform but not overwhelm. The tour was well organized and we appreciated Hiro’s flexibility when altering our path as we went along. As we approached our 30,000 steps toward the end of the day, Hiro recognized our flagging energy and made adjustments. Even a little rain did not dampen his, or our, enthusiasm. A great day all around.