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The garden of Tenryuji Temple in Kyoto

Kasuga Taisha Grand Srine in Nara

Ai-zome, or indigo dyeing studio

Kofukuji Temple in Nara

Bamboo groove in Kyoto

Silver pavilion in Kyoto

Joined 2017

Michiko T.

4.99 / 5

(98 reviews)

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Nara (Living), Kyoto, Osaka

Languages

English

Response Time

10 hours on average

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3 days ago

About Tour Guide Michiko T.

Hi, I'm Michiko.

I'm a national certified English tour guide.Since I was born and raised in Nara, I'm familiar with the sightseeing spots and attractions of Nara, and neighboring city, Kyoto.

Nara and Kyoto, old capitals of Japan, retain time honoured structures and art works. What is more, beautiful gardens and picturesque landscapes are always waiting for you!

I'm also a traveler who especially love to explore local foods and crafts, which have been passed down from generation to generation.

I'll try to guide you with best hospitality. When you have a chance to visit Nara,Kyoto and Osaka, please contact me anytime and join my tour!

I will be looking forward to seeing you.See you soon!

Important

The price of the tour includes the guide fee and the guide's transportation fee between home and the travel city.

Tours

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

Dear deer Nara! ~Nara Park & Nara-machi~

We will visit Nara Park, where historic monuments and nature create calm and peaceful atmosphere. You'll see wild deer roaming hear and there. Walking in Nara-machi district will give us a chance to see an old merchants' townscape.

Dear deer Nara! ~Nara Park & Nara-machi~

FROM$148/ per group

Nara

7 hours

Nara Park & Indigo dyeing experience

First we will visit Nara Park, where historic monuments and nature create calm and peaceful atmosphere. You'll see wild deer roaming hear and there. Walking in Nara-machi district will give us a chance to see an old merchants' houses.Then I will take you to an traditional indigo-dyeing studio and help you to experience it.

Nara Park & Indigo dyeing experience

FROM$188/ per group

Asuka village 1 day tour ~the original landscape of Japan~

Nara

7 hours

Asuka village 1 day tour ~the original landscape of Japan~

Asuka, the ancient political center, has been preserved. Not only historical structure such as Asuka dera, the oldest temple in Japan and "Ishibutai", mysterious huge stone tomb, but also tranquil village landscape must leave deep impression on you. "Tanada", terraced rice field, mountains and streams, old village houses will surely energize busy modern people. In the afternoon, we will explore the beautiful village, experience traditional Japanese natural dyeing,and visit the farmers' market.

Asuka village 1 day tour ~the original landscape of Japan~

FROM$179/ per group

Nara

8 hours

Nara park & Wazuka tea plantation visit

In the morning, we will visit Nara Park, Todaiji temple, Kasuga grand shrine. You will have a chance to see, take photos and feed deer. After lunch, we will have a short trip to Wazuka village, the hometown of Uji tea, excellent quality of green tea. The landscape of tea plantations, built on the mountain slope, has 800 years of history. It was designated as the first scenic property of Kyoto Prefecture, as well as one of the Japan Heritages.

Nara park & Wazuka tea plantation visit

FROM$231/ per group

Nara

4 hours

Uji-tea plantation visit

We will visit Wazuka village, the hometown of Uji tea, excellent quality of green tea. The landscape of tea plantations, built on the mountain slope, has 800 years of history. It was designated as the first scenic property of Kyoto Prefecture, as well as one of the Japan Heritages.

Uji-tea plantation visit

FROM$134/ per group

Nara

6 hours

Walk along the Japanese oldest road

Yamanobe-no-michi Road, the oldest road in Japan, runs through at the foot of eastern mountains of Nara Basin. In this area, huge burial mounds and oldest shrines blend well with quiet farming villages. This tour might take you back in time to the ancient mythical period. The road is mostly flat and comfortable to walk on.

Walk along the Japanese oldest road

FROM$164/ per group

Nara

5 hours

Dear deer Nara! ~Nara Park & Nara-machi~

We will visit Nara Park, where historic monuments and nature create calm and peaceful atmosphere. You'll see wild deer roaming hear and there. Walking in Nara-machi district will give us a chance to see an old merchants' townscape.

Dear deer Nara! ~Nara Park & Nara-machi~

FROM$148/ per group

Nara

7 hours

Nara Park & Indigo dyeing experience

First we will visit Nara Park, where historic monuments and nature create calm and peaceful atmosphere. You'll see wild deer roaming hear and there. Walking in Nara-machi district will give us a chance to see an old merchants' houses.Then I will take you to an traditional indigo-dyeing studio and help you to experience it.

Nara Park & Indigo dyeing experience

FROM$188/ per group

Nara

7 hours

Asuka village 1 day tour ~the original landscape of Japan~

Asuka, the ancient political center, has been preserved. Not only historical structure such as Asuka dera, the oldest temple in Japan and "Ishibutai", mysterious huge stone tomb, but also tranquil village landscape must leave deep impression on you. "Tanada", terraced rice field, mountains and streams, old village houses will surely energize busy modern people. In the afternoon, we will explore the beautiful village, experience traditional Japanese natural dyeing,and visit the farmers' market.

Asuka village 1 day tour ~the original landscape of Japan~

FROM$179/ per group

Nara

8 hours

Nara park & Wazuka tea plantation visit

In the morning, we will visit Nara Park, Todaiji temple, Kasuga grand shrine. You will have a chance to see, take photos and feed deer. After lunch, we will have a short trip to Wazuka village, the hometown of Uji tea, excellent quality of green tea. The landscape of tea plantations, built on the mountain slope, has 800 years of history. It was designated as the first scenic property of Kyoto Prefecture, as well as one of the Japan Heritages.

Nara park & Wazuka tea plantation visit

FROM$231/ per group

Nara

4 hours

Uji-tea plantation visit

We will visit Wazuka village, the hometown of Uji tea, excellent quality of green tea. The landscape of tea plantations, built on the mountain slope, has 800 years of history. It was designated as the first scenic property of Kyoto Prefecture, as well as one of the Japan Heritages.

Uji-tea plantation visit

FROM$134/ per group

Nara

6 hours

Walk along the Japanese oldest road

Yamanobe-no-michi Road, the oldest road in Japan, runs through at the foot of eastern mountains of Nara Basin. In this area, huge burial mounds and oldest shrines blend well with quiet farming villages. This tour might take you back in time to the ancient mythical period. The road is mostly flat and comfortable to walk on.

Walk along the Japanese oldest road

FROM$164/ per group

Reviews

Benoît P.

5 / 5

Aug 14, 2026

Nara park 4 hour tour

Aug 14, 2026

Nara

4 hours

Customized

“Nara park during Obon ”

Michiko took care of us and allowed us to discover the Nara park, its temples and shrine. We were introduced to beautiful national treasures and to the history of the city. Michiko personalized the tour to our needs and interests. We were pleased and are very thankful.

Michiko T.

Thank you so much for your wonderful review. It was a great honor to show Nara to a couple as wise and thoughtful as you both. In Japan, it is believed that ancestors’ spirits return home during the “Obon” season, and the light of candles serves as a bridge to convey our “gratitude” and “prayers” to our loved ones. I would be delighted if this helped you experience a special moment in Nara during the Obon period. I hope you’ll have a safe trip home.

Nicole D.

5 / 5

Jul 18, 2026

Kyoto 7 hour tour

Jul 18, 2026

Kyoto

7 hours

Customized

“Michiko was an excellent guide for Kyoto!”

We booked a 7 hour tour for 5 with Michiko and loved it! She sent us a proposed itinerary in advance which included 3 temples and lunch. Her choices were very thoughtful and we enjoyed the temples very much. The lunch she scheduled was a highlight of our dining experiences in Japan. We enjoyed delicious sushi, met the chef/owner and learned about sushi knives. Michiko was also very easy to understand and spoke excellent English. I would highly recommend her to anyone.

Michiko T.

Thank you so much for your wonderful review. I felt very lucky to have been able to see even just a little bit of the Gion Festival—one of Japan’s Three Great Festivals—and its “moving art museum,” the Yamahoko Parade, and to share this special summer experience with you. You are all so friendly and open-minded, and I was really impressed by how interested you all were in Japanese customs and culture. I hope you’ve found some favorites in Kyoto and Japan. Please take care in this heat and enjoy the rest of your stay in Japan to the fullest.

John F.

5 / 5

May 17, 2026

Nara park & Wazuka tea plantation visit

May 17, 2026

Nara

8 hours

“Fantastic day with Michiko”

We spent a wonderful day visiting Nara with Michiko. She is a knowledgeable, thoughtful and kind person that genuinely cares for her clients. She patiently answered all of our questions (and we had a lot) and constantly made sure we were comfortable and content. All four of us would highly recommend Miko to anyone thinking about hiring a guide!

Michiko T.

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was an absolute honor to guide such a worldly-wise and well-traveled group.Your insightful questions and deep appreciation for the culture made the tour truly special. Our afternoon trip to Wazuka was a perfect contrast to the crowds in Nara—relaxing in a bus with almost no other passengers, and soaking in the stunning views of fresh greenery, rivers, and tea plantations. Meeting our amazing veteran tea-picking guide was also an absolute joy. Her incredible energy inspired us all. Sharing that beautiful day with you made me truly happy as a guide. Wishing you many more wonderful journeys ahead!