This tour is an express customized half-day tour that will take you to several of the following attractions in Kyoto in a short period of time, tailored to your needs.
Please choose 2 or 3 places of your choice.
I will pick you up from and drop-off at your hotel or location of your choice.
・Fushimi Inari Shrine ・Arashiyama area (Bamboo forests, Monkey park etc.) ・ kinkaku-ji Temple (Golden Pavilion)
・Kiyomizu-dera Temple ・Nijyo-jyo Castle ・Nishiki market ・Others
Your hotel or location of your choice
I will meet you at your hotel lobby or location of your choice.
It is a famous shrine representing Japan that enshrines
the god of fertility.
The characteristic of this shrine is that there are
more than 10,000 torii gates all the way to the summit, and
you can pass through many torii gates along the way.
Here you can learn about Japanese religion, such as
the differences between Shinto and Buddhism, and
how to worship.
（Entrance fee）free
・Arashiyama area (Bamboo forests etc.)
It is a scenic spot where the emperor and aristocrats had
villas for more than 1000 years.
Please stroll through beautiful scenery such as
the bamboo forest and Togetsukyo Bridge.
(Entrance fee)
The bamboo forest and Togetsukyo Bridge : Free
Tenryu-ji Buddhist Temple :
High School Student & Adult : 500 yen
Elementary & Junior High School Student : 300 yen
・Kiyomizu-dera Temple
The view from the terrace, called "Kiyomizu-no-butai"
(stage of Kiyomizu), is spectacular.
The main shrine enshrines one of the Buddhist statues, the
Thousand-Armed Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva.
Other statues of Buddha, such as Niou and Jizo Bosatsu, can also be seen.
Located on a hillside, the temple commands a panoramic view of
the city of Kyoto.
There are many souvenir shops along the approach to the
temple, where you can buy traditional Japanese souvenirs.
Nearby is the five-story pagoda known as Yasaka-no-to (Yasaka Pagoda).
（Entrance fee）
High School Student & Adult : 400 yen
Elementary & Junior High School Student : 200 yen
The Golden Pavilion and gardens are especially
breathtaking.
(Entrance fee)
High School Student & Adult : 400 yen
Elementary & Junior High School Student : 300 yen
・Nijyo-jyo Castle
Nijo-jyo Castle was built by the Tokugawa shogunate in
the 17th century and has watched over the rise and fall of the shogunate.
In particular, the Ninomaru Palace is designated as a
national treasure and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
(Entrance fee)
Adult : 1300 yen
Junior High School & High School Student : 400 yen
Elementary School Student : 300 yen
・Nishiki ｍarket
It is a traditional market called "Kyoto's kitchen", and the narrow
alleys are lined with fruit and vegetable shops, fish shops, and
other shops. Also, eating while walking is possible.
(Entrance fee) Free
We will say goodbye at your hotel lobby or location of your choice.
Your hotel or location of your choice
Licensed Tour Guide, Your hotel or location of your choice pick-up
Transportation fee, Lunch fee, Entrance fee
Please feel free to contact me!!
＊You will know following items.
・Japanese garden style and architecture
・Differnce between Shinto (Japanese original religion) and Buddhism
・The meaning of Torii gate etc.
・The type of Buddha statue
・How to pray at Shinto shrine and Buddhist temple
・Japanese history
・Japanese traditional cuisine
・Others
＊I can also guide in following spots if you pay additional fee.
・Nara ・Osaka ・Hiroshima ・Himeji ・Tayama & Shirakawa-go・Hikone Castle in Shiga
I don't just guide you. I will do my best to make your trip more memorable by responding to your various requests.
Yes, at any time. I will adapt to your requests.
Yes. I can also guide you to following spots, so please feel free to contact me.
Osaka, Nara, Hiroshima, Himeji (National Treasure Castle), Hikone (National Traesure Castle),
Takayama & Shirakawa-go
Hello , we did have a great time with Kazu , really nice and friendly tour guide. It was lovely to know the Japan history and understand the culture. Pleased to send our compliments and give a great score to Kazu!!!
Hello, Thanks for the nice review. I apologize for making you walk a lot in the heat. Have you recovered from your fatigue? I had a great time too. I hope this tour will be a memorable tour for you in Japan. Thank you!!
Kazuhiro was everything we hoped for. Professional, prepared, thoughtful, knowledgeable and accommodating. I would highly recommend him as your guide. I had no worries as he took good care of us. His handouts and binder of information was very informative. He took great care in sharing his knowledge with us. His English is very good and we had no communication challenges. Thanks for a wonderful 3 days!!
Thank you for the nice review. I apologize for making you walk a lot in the hot weather. I apologize for any inconvenience caused by train delays. I hope you will recover from your fatigue soon. I was also happy to have spent three enjoyable days with your family. I hope this tour will be a tour to remember. Thank you!!
Kazuhiko was a fabulous guide that managed to guide us to four sites in eight hours. Navigating public transit was a breeze with his leadership, and I felt like I was really a local. He is knowledgeable and very happy to take our photos. I would recommend him to anyone wanting a whirlwind tour of the most important sites in Kyoto.
Hello, Thank you for the nice review. I had a great time as well. Sorry for making you walk a lot in the very hot weather. I hope this tour will be one of the most memorable tours in Japan. Thank you !!
Dear Mr. Kazuhiko, I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks for the wonderful guided tour of Kyoto's historic landmarks. Your extensive knowledge and passion for the city's rich history truly enriched our experience. Your ability to convey the significance of each site, from the serene beauty of Kinkaku-ji to the profound spirituality of Fushimi Inari Shrine, left a lasting impression on us. Moreover, your anecdotes and insights provided invaluable context, making the tour both educational and engaging. I especially appreciated your patience and willingness to answer our questions, which further deepened our understanding of Kyoto's cultural heritage. Your professionalism and warmth made the tour not only informative but also enjoyable. Thank you once again for a memorable experience. I will certainly recommend your services to anyone visiting Kyoto in the future. Warm regards, Beata & Adam
Dear Beata & Adam, Thank you for the nice review. I am sorry for making you walk a lot in the hot weather. Have you recovered from the fatigue? I had a great time too. Thank you very much!! I hope this tour will be a memorable one in Japan, and I hope you will come back to Japan again. Best regards, Kazuhiko Goto