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Joined 2015
Kenji M.
Available Areas
Kyoto (Living), Himeji, Hyogo, Kobe, Nara, Osaka
Languages
English, Japanese
Response Time
17 hours on average
Availability Updated
3 days ago
About Tour Guide Kenji M.
Hi I'm Kenji
I have a government license of tour guide interpreter in English.
I was born and raised in Kyoto, an old capital of Japan over one thousand years
So I'm very familiar with many sightseeing spots and attractions of the city
Kyoto is a fascinating and picturesque city drawing lots of foreign tourists every year
I can show you around not only popular historical sites and relics
but also its various attractions such us Zen silent meditation, traditional sweets cooking,
kimono-clad walking and so on.
I can also provide tailored tours fitting to your liking.
I like a famous Zen phrase "Ichigo Ichie" meaning "Treasure every encounter
for it will never recur"
So I always try to enjoy guiding every tourist with my best hospitality.
Zen concepts have greatly influenced many aspects of Japanese culture
I will explain some of them and allow you to explore Zen world through some of my tours
Please contact me any time.
I'm looking forward to seeing you and spending wonderful time with you.
See you soon !
Important
I can customize any private tour if you give me the information of your request in advance.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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Customized Private Tour in Kyoto
This is customized private tour in Kyoto which guests can create easily by selecting any spots from a list of popular tourist destinations. The list consists of 16 tourist destinations (S01-16) that are very popular especially among foreign tourists. After the guest's selection the guide will arrange best itinerary with tour cost and feedback proper offer to the guest for formal booking.
Customized Private Tour in Kyoto
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Highlight Tour of Kyoto
The tour includes five typical tourist destinations in Kyoto city. We will start with Kiyomizudera of the panoramic view from its huge stage jutting over a cliff. From Kiyomizudera to Gion Gasha district we stroll through picturesque paths. In the afternoon we will visit Nijyo Castle, the huge residence of the Tokugawa shoguns in Kyoto. Next we will visit Kinkakuji, known as Golden Pavilion. The last visit is Ryoanji very famous for its mysterious rock garden.
Highlight Tour of Kyoto
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Customized Private Tour in Osaka
This is customized private tour in Osaka which guest can make easily by selecting any spots from a list of recommended tourist spots. The list consists of 17 tourist destinations divided by 3 area,North, South and Bay area that are popular among foreign tourists. After the guest's selection guide will arrange best itinerary with cost and feedback the guest proper offer for formal booking.
Customized Private Tour in Osaka
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Customized Private Tour in Nara
This is customized private tour in Nara which guests can create easily by selecting any spots from a list of popular tourist destinations. The list consists of 8 tourist destinations (S01-S08) that are very popular especially among foreign tourists. After the guest's selection the guide will arrange best itinerary with tour cost and feedback proper offer to the guest for formal booking.
Customized Private Tour in Nara
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Osaka Highlight tour
We visit symbolic Osaka Castle, the 1st state-established Buddhist temple (admission fee of 600 yen needed) and Umeda Sky Building, a popular skyscrapers with 360° panoramic view on top (admission fee of 2000 yen needed). My guide fee is 8000 yen / 8hours (up to 10 persons)
Osaka Highlight tour
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Exploring Himeji Castle with Sanctuary and Huge Bridge
Guests can combine any of the following tourist destinations depending on their needs and tour time. 1) Himeji Castlea (magnificent fortress ) 2) Engyo-ji temple (a unspoiled Buddhist sanctuary) 3) Akashi Kaikyo Bridge (the world's longest suspension bridge) 4) Japanese garden Kokoen (various type of Japanese gardens)
Exploring Himeji Castle with Sanctuary and Huge Bridge
Reviews
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Carla R.
“Kenji-San is the best!”
Kenji-san is an excellent tour guide. I had two full-day excursions with him, all custom and somewhat unique requests and he knocked it out of the park! He is the consummate professional and also personable. Highly recommended.
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Kenji M.
Carla-san, What a marvellous tour review you gave me! Based on your request I managed prepare best tickets to enjoy Noh theater to the fullest, including Noh, a highly stylized, classical Japanese musical drama and Kyogen, a traditional comedic performance. It was a great opportunity for me to guide you such a customized tour. Arigatogozaimashita, Kenji
Carla R.
“Kenji-san is an excellent guide!”
I wholeheartedly recommend Kenji-san for your needs for a guide in Kyoto. He is a Kyoto native, speaks excellent English, and is very organized, knowledgeable, and professional.
Kenji M.
Carla-san, Thank you for your great review of my customized tour in Kyoto I appriciate you giving me a chance to guide you to view Aoi Matsuri Festival (one of Kyoto’s three major festivals, featuring a magnificent procession of people dressed in elegant ancient costumes) And we could enjoy viewing spectacular annual dance performance held by the gaisha in the afternoon. I look forward to another fascinating tour with you. Arigatogozaimasu, Kenji
Sabine W.
“a nice and interesting day”
We had a very nice day in Kobe thanks to Kenji, because he tailored the day perfectly to our interests. We were so grateful for his skill in guiding us through the busy public transport, so it was completely stress-free for us. He also ensured a relaxed atmosphere throughout our entire tour.
Kenji M.
Sabine-san, Thank you for your great review of our Kobe tour. I'm very happy to hear that you liked my guiding,preparation and the spots we visited. As Kobe is a fascinating exotic city, I could combine with traditional Japanese culture like Japanese-style tea ceremony and beautiful garden based on yoour request. Blessed with a fine weather, we could also enjoy strolling around a huge herb garden and commanding a panoramic view from its top Arigatogozaimashita, Kenji
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