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  • Himeji Castle Half-Day Customized Tour

    Himeji Castle Half-Day Customized Tour

    Himeji Castle Half-Day Customized Tour with Licensed Guide

    April, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 13:00 Meet @ Himeji Station Central Ticket Gate
    • 2. 13:10 @ Castle View
    • 3. 13:35 @ Himeji Castle (Nishinomaru, Naga-tsubone Hyakken Corridor, Main Keep)
    • 4. 16:00 @ Koko-en Garden
    • 5. 17:00 Disband @ Omizosuji Shopping Street

    Himeji Castle Private Tour Report: What Can You See on a Half-Day Guided Visit? Today's guests were a group visiting Japan for the first time from North America. The tour was originally planned for a slightly larger group, but some of the guests were unable to join due to work. Today we visited Castle View, Himeji Castle (the West Bailey and the Hyakken Roka corridor, and the Main Keep), and Koko-en Garden. On the way back to Himeji Station, the guests said they would like to have a meal, so I guided them to the Omizosuji shopping street before ending the tour. It was a chilly day with rain today. The cherry blossoms were in bloom, but neither Himeji Castle nor Koko-en Garden was particularly crowded, and the guests toured both sites with great interest. Since the tour started in the afternoon, there was not much time to spare (due to the facilities' closing hours), and the tour ended without taking a break. When I asked the guests for their impressions at the end of the tour, they said they had a great time.

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    Tour Report by Norio

    Hello, my name is Norio Oki, a Government-Certified Tour Guide in Japan.
    I specialize in guiding visitors through the beautiful and historic regions of Himeji and Kobe.

    My expertise includes Japanese history, traditional culture, castles, and sake. I enjoy sharing not only facts, but also the stories and spirit behind each place.

    In Himeji, I offer guided tours of Himeji Castle, Kokoen Garden, Shoshazan Engyoji Temple, and Nadagiku Sake Brewery.
    In Kobe, I guide guests through the Nada Sake Breweries area, Mt. Rokko, Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden, Harborland, Meriken Park, the Kitano District, Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, and the lively Motomachi Shopping Street.

    Whether you’re interested in history, nature, or local experiences, I will create a personalized tour tailored to your interests.

    If you’re planning to visit Himeji or Kobe, I would be delighted to be your guide.
    I look forward to meeting you soon!

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    Sep 29, 2026
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    Kobe 4hr guided tour
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    No rush beautiful walking tour.
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    We had a wonderful time. Norio…

    Sep 15, 2026
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    Kobe day trip
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    Jul 7, 2026
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    The best way to experience Himeji Castle
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  • Hakone in 1 Day by Private Car

    Hakone in 1 Day by Private Car

    Hakone in 1 Day by Private Car with Licensed Guide

    April, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:30 Meet, by car, 9:05 Owakudani, by ropeway to Togendai, arrive 10:05, 10:10 by pirate ship, disembark at Hakonemachi Port 10:35. Since it's not raining yet, after visiting Hakone Shrine, Maruyama Bussan presentation and shopping, tour Hakone Checkpoint, 12:00 purchase light meal at Hotoriya Coffee Stand, head to The Hakone Open-Air Museum, eat in the car while traveling, 12:30 enter the museum, after strolling, 14:00 by car to the hotel, 14:45 disperse at the hotel

    Title: What Is a Private Hakone Day Tour Like on a Rainy Day? A Licensed Guide's Report We headed straight to Owakudani hoping to show the guests Mount Fuji, but unfortunately it was not visible. Even so, the guests understood our good intentions, and together with the driver we all had an enjoyable time. As the guests were celebrating a milestone anniversary, we created our usual celebration board and took photos. After visiting Hakone Shrine, we stopped by a local specialty shop, whose presentation always delights guests, and the guests purchased some traditional marquetry (yosegi-zaiku) craftwork. As the rain grew heavier, I suggested visiting the indoor Okada Museum of Art, and the guests agreed, but when we arrived we found it had been closed for a while starting that day (this was not noted online). Once the rain eased, we went to the Hakone Open-Air Museum. There were cherry blossoms there, and the guests took photos from many different angles, so in the end they were very satisfied.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Free PassOdawara Station～Odawara Station0JPY
    Total0JPY

    Tour Report by Hiro

    I am Hiroki Morikawa :Hiro:, English guide living with my wife ,just a hop skip and jump from Hakone, Kamakura, Tokyo and the Mt. Fuji.
    I am a friendly grandfather of 4 grandchildren.
    I would love to help you enjoy Japan, using my 3 strong points.
    First: I am used to dealing with any kind of matters. I have experienced various situations in the 40 years of my working life.
    Second: I am good at making a friendly atmosphere between you and local people to help you enjoy Japan. I was raised in western Japan, studied in northern Japan and now live in central Japan. So I know various local cultures and dialects to communicate with a wide variety of people.
    Third: I can explain things from a technical point of view.
    For example, how the Great Buddha was constructed, because I am a master of engineering graduated from Hokkaido University.
    Please enjoy Japan with me. See you soon!!
    dummy

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  • Hyogo: Akashi Kaikyo Bridge & Nankinmachi Chinatown

    Hyogo: Akashi Kaikyo Bridge & Nankinmachi Chinatown

    Kobe Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide

    April, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 09:15 Meet @ Naka Pier Passenger Terminal
    • 09:45 @ Akashi Kaikyo Bridge
    • 12:00 @ Kitano Ijinkan (Foreigners' Residences) District (Moegi House, Weathercock House) & Kitano Tenmangu Shrine (exterior only)
    • 13:00 @ Nunobiki Herb Garden
    • 14:30 @ Nankinmachi Chinatown
    • 15:15 Dismissal @ Sannomiya Center Gai

    What Is a Private Kobe Day Tour Like for Cruise Ship Guests? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visiting from North America. Both the guests and the driver gathered a little early, and although the weather was unfortunately poor, everything proceeded smoothly. Regrettably, due to the bad weather, we were unable to see the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge or the panoramic view of Kobe from Nunobiki Herb Garden. In the Nankinmachi Chinatown, the guests enjoyed the authentic "Kobe beef" recommended by the guide, as well as the steamed pork buns at "Roushouki," said to be the birthplace of pork buns in Japan, and they commented that they were very satisfied. They were also delighted to receive a handmade drawstring pouch made by the guide's sibling. After finishing the visits to each spot, the guests wished to enjoy shopping on their own, so we parted ways with about 15 minutes remaining. Today's driver was very polite in both driving and manner, which was very pleasant. The vehicle used was of a higher class than the guide had ever experienced before, and its wonderful ride comfort also greatly satisfied the guests. Note) This time the guests again arrived by cruise ship. The docking location was listed as "Kobe Port Terminal," but the correct location was the "Naka Pier Cruise Terminal." Since I had confirmed the ship's name in advance and checked the local port authority website, there was no particular problem, but this kind of issue seems to have become common recently.

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    Tour Report by Yama

    Dear my guests,

    This is (Mr.) Yama, greeting from Kobe, Japan.
    I would like to warmly welcome you to Japan this time. I am from the city of Kobe, which is of course, well-known for very tasty Kobe Beef . You can taste
    real genuine Kobe Beef here. Kobe is also called “Home of Japanese Sake” with lots of Sake breweries, and I recommend you would visit those breweries
    if you have any interest in Japanese Sake as well as one aspect of Japanese cultures. Of course, you can have tastings of various kinds of Sake there.

    Whenever during the tour, I always try to make it safe, pleasant and comfortable for all of the guests, which is my first priority. I am very much confident
    that you can have a pleasant and unforgettable experience in Japan. Just tell me about your preference; what you would like to like to see, have, know
    and eat and so on. Particularly, I hold the license for cooking qualified by the government here and maybe, I can reply you for questions related to the
    foods here. In this respect, I strongly recommend you would try not only famous Japanese cuisine such as Sushi, Tempura or Suki-yaki but some
    Japanese traditional local foods, like Tako-yaki, Okonomi-yaki and Kushkatsu. They are sometimes called the soul foods of Japan. Here is the brief
    explanation for these three foods.

    1) Tako-yaki
    Tako-yaki is a snack filled with pieces of octopus in a batter of flour , egg and soup stock. You can call them octopus dumplings or balls. “Tako” means
    octopus and “yaki” means grilled or broiled.
    2) Okonomi-yaki
    This word Okonomi-yaki means “cook just as you like” and you can use whatever you like as toppings, such as beef, pork, shrimp, squid and octopus.
    Okonomi-yaki is round shape and just like pancakes or pizza in shape mainly made from egg, flour and water.
    3) Kushi-katsu
    Kushi-katsu is skewered cutlet or deep-fried foods on a stick. “Kushi” means skewer and “katsu” means cutlet. Various kinds of foods are used for
    ingredients such as beef, pork, chicken, shrimp, squid, octopus and lots of kinds of vegetables.

    Actually, the western Japan including Osaka, Kobe and Himeji is called as “Home of such local soul foods”. You should give it a try and I am sure
    that you like them very much.

    I sincerely hope that I can be your tour guide this time in Kobe, Osaka and Himeji. If my guests said to me after the tour, “I have had a very good
    and pleasant time with you today. I hope I can come here again and name you as our guide”, which is my great pleasure. Moreover, I would be
    great honored if they say “I like Japan now thanks to you”.

    Looking forward to meeting you soon here.
    Doomo Arigato Gozaimasu!
    Yama

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  • Tokyo in One Day: Tokyo Tower

    Tokyo in One Day: Tokyo Tower

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    March, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Meet at lobby of HOTEL MYSTAYS PREMIER Hamamatsucho
    • <move by train >
    • 10:30 – 12:00 Tsukiji Fish outer market and early lunch
    • <move by train>
    • 12:30- 01:30 Tokyo Tower
    • <move by train>
    • 02:10 – 03:30 Asakusa Sensoji Buddism temple and shopping street
    • <move by train>
    • 03: 30 – 04:00 back to Daimon Sta.

    # What's a Private Food-Focused Tour of Tsukiji, Tokyo Tower, and Asakusa Like? A Licensed Guide's Report [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) guide led a private tour for a group supported by a wish-granting organization. The guests were mainly looking forward to enjoying food in Japan, so I first showed them around Tsukiji. They enjoyed grilled egg skewers and grilled eel skewers, and since some of the guests grew tired, we had lunch at a sushi restaurant. From Tokyo Tower we passed by Zojoji Temple, returned to Daimon Station, and headed to Asakusa. There they enjoyed various tastings and street food, such as fried rice cakes. Asakusa was quite crowded, and because the schedule ran long due to rest breaks, we did not view the cherry blossoms at Shiba Rikyu Garden, and instead parted ways at Daimon Station so they could head to their dinner restaurant.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainDaimon (Tokyo)～Tsukiji Market180JPY
    Section 2TrainTsukiji～Kamiyacho180JPY
    Section 3TrainDaimon (Tokyo)～Asakusa220JPY
    Section 4TrainAsakusa～Daimon (Tokyo)220JPY
    Total800JPY

    Tour Report by Yosh

    Hi I am Yosh, very nice to meet you!
    I am a tour guide around Tokyo and surrounding areas including Nikko, Kamakura, Hakone and Mt. Fuji area with qualification of nationwide professional tour guiding.
    I have been practicing Japanese martial arts, Karate and Aikido, from my childhood and I teach kids and beginners at Dojo school as an instructor.
    From my background I am especially into a tour guiding about Samurai, Sumo and Zen style temples deeply related with Japanese martial arts.
    I was born, raised and live in Tokyo and Kanagawa prefecture for over 50 years, so I am familiar with Tokyo capital area and I can arrange the free choice tour for you based on your taste and interest.
    I also want you to enjoy Japanese cuisine and Sake at traditional or modern restaurants as part of Japanese precious culture experience.
    I really like my profession of tour guide because I am always shared with happy emotion of the guests through the tour.
    I am really look forward to seeing you soon!
    Yosh

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    Sep 28, 2026
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    A wonderful day In Tokyo
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  • Tokyo in One Day: Shinjuku Gyoen & Ginza

    Tokyo in One Day: Shinjuku Gyoen & Ginza

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    April, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:30 Meet up
    • 10:00 Shinjuku Gyoen
    • 11:40 Shibuya Scramble Crossing
    • 12:20 Chidorigafuchi
    • 13:40 Ginza (Lunch, Mitsukoshi Depachika)
    • 15:00 Disband @ Ginza

    What Can You See on a Private Cherry Blossom and Shibuya Tour in Tokyo? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from North America. On another tour they had already visited Asakusa, Meiji Shrine, and the Imperial Palace, so this time they wished to see the Shibuya Scramble Crossing and enjoy cherry blossom viewing. The forecast had predicted rain, but we were able to visit Shinjuku Gyoen and Chidorigafuchi before it began to pour heavily. At Shinjuku Gyoen they saw many different varieties of cherry blossoms and were delighted. I had originally planned to visit Shinjuku Gyoen in the afternoon, but going first thing in the morning turned out to be the right choice. For lunch, I took the group to Tenichi at Mitsukoshi. Everyone finished their meals right down to dessert. Afterwards, perhaps feeling a little tired, they returned to their hotel by taxi.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayShinjuku West Exit～Shinjuku-gyoenmae180JPY
    Section 2TrainShinjuku～Shibuya200JPY
    Section 3SubwayShibuya～Kudanshita210JPY
    Section 4SubwayKudanshita～Ginza180JPY
    Total770JPY

    Tour Report by Rumi

    Hello,
    I’m Rumi.Welcome to Japan!!
    I’m a government-licensed guide in the Tokyo area.
    I’m so excited to have a chance to show you my favorite places in Tokyo.
    Tokyo is a fantastic city with many aspects like history,culture and food.
    What interests you about Tokyo?
    What kind of Japanese food would you like to try?
    I’ll take you to various places according to your request.
    My favorite spot is Meiji Shrine.
    It’s so peaceful that I’m sure you like it.
    I really like to talk with foreigners about various topics.So, I love my job.
    I look forward to meeting and guiding you soon.

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  • Tokyo Customized Private Tour by Car

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour by Car

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide

    April, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 0830 Hyatt Regency Tokyo (3 min from Metro Nishi-Shinjuku Station)
    • 0850 Visit Meiji Shrine, Shibuya Scramble Crossing (from the bus window)
    • 1025 Imperial Palace Outer Garden, temporary drop-off at Gyoko-dori Avenue, Tatsumi Yagura Watchtower, historical explanation and photo session with Tokyo Station in the background
    • 1110 Asakusa, drop-off in front of Kaminarimon Gate, Kaminarimon Gate, Nakamise, Senso-ji Temple, Asakusa Shrine, exit via Nitenmon Gate
    • 1240 Ueno Park, drop-off in front of Keisei Ueno Station, Shogitai Monument, Kiyomizu Kannon-do Hall, Ueno Toshogu Shrine, board in front of the National Museum
    • 1415 Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Observation Deck
    • 1430 Dismiss here

    Title: What Can You See on a Private Cherry Blossom Tour of Tokyo? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting Japan for the first time from North America. They had arrived at Haneda the previous night and taken an arranged car, which took about four hours to reach Shinjuku, so they were a little tired. They were scheduled to board a cruise ship the following day, so a guide was arranged for today. They planned to return to Tokyo about ten days later to visit Hakone and Nikko. In our preliminary discussion, "cherry blossoms" had been the keyword, so they were delighted that we managed to catch the cherry blossoms at Ueno in time. The weeping cherry trees had already turned to green leaves, but the Somei-Yoshino cherries were in full bloom, with some trees already beginning to shed their petals. When I explained that Somei-Yoshino cherries stay in full bloom for less than a week, they were thrilled at how lucky they were. As the rain began to fall harder around Ueno Park, we hurried to the observation deck of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. Unfortunately, the Skytree was no longer visible by then, but we were able to look down on places we had walked today, such as Meiji Shrine and Shibuya. Since they come from a place that is not a large city, they were amazed to see the entirety of Tokyo laid out before them. They wished to do some shopping at the observation deck, so we parted ways here. Their hotel was within view from the deck, so they returned on their own.

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    Tour Report by Ted

    I had worked in the international business scene for over 40 years and traveled to North America and European countries over 1000 days.
    After I retired from the business, I traveled to most of the major sightseeing spots in all 47 prefectures in Japan.

    My guide is starting from a brief history of the site where I am going to guide. I usually add a briefing about Japanese culture based on religions, such as Shinto Shrine and Buddhist temples. A geographic background behind the history is also important.
    My course includes 4 to 5 (in 6 hours) sites from the following depending on where I will pick the guests up;
    – Senso ji Temple
    – Kappabashi Kitchenware Market
    – Tokyo Skytree
    – Ueno Park
    – Nezu Shrine
    – Imperial Palace outer park
    – Tokyo Central Station, Marunouchi historic district
    – Tsukiji Fish Market
    – Koishikawa Korakuen Garden
    – Ginza
    – Odaiba
    – Hama Rikyu Garden
    – Shinjuku Gyoen Garden
    – Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building
    – Roppongi
    – Meiji Shrine
    – Harajuku & Takeshita Street
    – Shibuya
    – and Any of your interest.

    I am happy to introduce Japanese Manga/Anime cultures such as Akihabara, Nakano Broadway and Ghibli related sites.
    Travelling along the JR central line where guests can stopover at major animation studios (it is not accepted to visit the inside). The majority of animation studios such as TMS Entertainment, SUNRISE, A1 Pictures etc. are located in this area. Suginami Animation museum, Studio Ghibli and Ghibli Museum are also located.
    Guests can feel old houses in the Spirited Away scene in the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum.

    I can also provide a pilgrimage to the sacred place (shooting location) for the Shinkai Makoto animation movies such as Your name, Weathering with you, and Suzume.

    Another interesting feature is to visit authentic Japanese style pub meals such as Yakitori, Karaage, and Sushi etc.
    Asakusa Hoppy Street, Ameyoko Street, Yurakucho, Shimbashi, Shinjuku Golden gai, Shinjuku Omoide Yokocho are nice to visit.

    A Sake tasting at Sake Cellar can be an option.

    In addition to the above, I am available in the neighboring cities.

    Kawagoe is an old town developed in the 17th century. It has very close relationship with the Edo central government. Kawagoe castle ruins, Kitain temple and 500 Buddha statues will welcome the guests.
    These areas are renovated and provide an old days atmosphere.
    Japanese style sweets food stands will fascinate the guests.
    Kawagoe is about 1 – 1.5 train trip from Tokyo.

    Kamakura is the first Samurai worriers government established in the late 12th century.
    The Buddhism are introduced to Japan in the 6th century, and flourished at Nara and Kyoto later. A newer Buddhism sect such as Zen has well developed at Kamakura area.
    Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, Gigantic Buddha statue at Kotokuin Temple and the flower temple Hasedera Temple are must-see.
    Kamakura is about 1 – 1.5 train trip from Tokyo.

    I am also happy to develop any other site the guests have interest.

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  • Hiroshima in One Day: Miyajima & Hiroshima Peace Park

    Hiroshima in One Day: Miyajima & Hiroshima Peace Park

    Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour, Licensed Guide

    April, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Meet at Hiroshima Station
    • 11:00 Miyajima
    • 14:00 Lunch
    • 16:00 Hiroshima Peace Park
    • 18:00 Hiroshima Station – Dismissal

    What Is a Private Guided Tour in Japan Like During Cherry Blossom Season? A Licensed Guide's Report I guided guests visiting from Europe. Since the booking was made through a travel agency with which we had previously been in contact, the guests remembered us, and information sharing went smoothly. The weather was unstable that day, with light rain from the morning and cherry blossom petals scattering in the wind. As one of the guests enjoyed photography, I guided them with care so as not to interfere with their picture-taking. During the train ride, we talked about the charm of small towns in Europe, and it was an enjoyable and fulfilling trip from start to finish.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainHiroshima～Miyajimaguchi420JPY
    Section 2TrainMiyajimaguchi～Nishi-Hiroshima330JPY
    Section 3BusNishi-Hiroshima～Genbaku Dome-mae240JPY
    Section 4TrainGenbaku Dome-mae～Hiroshima240JPY
    Total1,230JPY

    Tour Report by Yuji

    Originally, I’m a cycling guide doing cycling tours all over Japan.
    But, already done Hiroshima & Miyajima tour more than 400 times.
    I traveled many countries in my younger days. I traveled Europe, US, China, India, US, Mexico, Peru Australia, NZ, and so on.
    I decided to use this experience to become a guide.
    I’m afraid but no tipping required, because cycling guides are not allowed to have tipping in my association. And you do not need to pay for my lunch, because my lunch is prepared by our group.
    Please do not hesitate to ask me anything, I’ll change the plan according to your requests.
    Thank you for your understanding and please stay connected.

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    HIROSHIMA HALF DAY TOUR
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  • Kyoto in 1 Day from Osaka: Customized Tour

    Kyoto in 1 Day from Osaka: Customized Tour

    Kyoto in 1 Day from Osaka: Customized Tour, Licensed Guide

    April, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • AM 07:00 Tour starts from the cruise terminal
    • Travel by train to Arashiyama, then take a taxi to the bamboo grove upon arrival
    • AM 09:00 – 10:30 Visit the bamboo grove, Tenryu-ji Temple garden, and Kogen-ji sub-temple
    • Travel by train to Nijo Castle
    • AM 11:00- 11:45 Visit Nijo Castle
    • Travel by subway to Kyoto Station
    • PM 12:00-13:00 Lunch
    • Travel by train to Inari
    • PM 13:15-14:00 Visit Fushimi Inari
    • Travel by train to Osaka
    • PM 15:30 Tour ends at the Port of Osaka

    Title: What's a Private Day Trip from Osaka to Kyoto Like on a Rainy Day? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from North America. Although there had reportedly been an issue during a guide meeting on a previous tour, we made a fresh start, and despite the unfortunately rainy weather, they enjoyed a private day tour of Kyoto departing from Osaka. According to the original schedule, we planned to visit the monkey park on Iwatayama, so we headed to Arashiyama Station on the Hankyu line, but as the rain grew heavier we changed plans and decided to go to Nijo Castle instead. Since the guests wished to have eel for lunch, even though we were short on time, they were able to eat it at Kyoto Station. After a brief visit to Fushimi Inari Shrine, we returned to Osaka. It was a short amount of time, but the guests were pleased to be able to buy souvenirs such as matcha and sake.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayPort of Osaka～Umeda (Subway)290JPY
    Section 2TrainOsaka Umeda (Hankyu Line)～Arashiyama (Hankyu Line)410JPY
    Section 3TrainSaga-Arashiyama～Nijo200JPY
    Section 4SubwayNijo～Nijojo-mae220JPY
    Section 5SubwayNijojo-mae～Kyoto230JPY
    Section 6TrainKyoto～Inari150JPY
    Section 7TrainInari～Bentencho960JPY
    Section 8SubwayBentencho～Port of Osaka240JPY
    Total2,700JPY

    Tour Report by YOSHI

    Hello , My name is Hideharu Yoshino . Just call me” Yoshi” .
    I have been involved with many foreign Business partners through my business life for 38 years ,
    Based on my work experience , I would like to try my best to make you comfortale and Happy fruitful times during your stay in Japan .
    Not only giving you basic tourist information about famous sightseeing spot , also I would enjoy to give you the back ground inofrmation in my word.
    ” Once in a lifetime encounter ” Let’s enjoy with me Miracle time to be picked up from 6 billion in somewhere Japan!

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  • Kyoto in One Day: Kiyomizu-dera & Fushimi Inari Taisha

    Kyoto in One Day: Kiyomizu-dera & Fushimi Inari Taisha

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    April, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 Hotel Anteroom Kyoto Meeting
    • 9:15 Yasaka Pagoda ~ Sannenzaka ~ Kiyomizu-dera
    • 9:35 Kiyomizu-dera
    • 10:35 Ninenzaka ~ Nene no Michi ~ Yasaka Shrine ~ Maruyama Park
    • 11:00 Gion Hanamikoji Street
    • 12:10 Nijo Castle
    • 13:30 Lunch at Ukiya Pontocho Main Store
    • 14:35 Fushimi Inari Taisha
    • 15:00 Dismissal at Fushimi Inari Taisha

    What Is a Private One-Day Kyoto Walking Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report Today's guests were a group visiting from North America. They were planning to travel around Tokyo, Osaka, Hiroshima, and other cities. Although the tour took place under light rain, perhaps because of that the sites were less crowded, which allowed us to enjoy everything at a relaxed pace. We were able to leisurely explore Sannenzaka and Kiyomizu-dera, which are usually very busy. The cherry blossoms at Maruyama Park were in full bloom and absolutely beautiful, and Gion's Hanamikoji was also uncrowded and easy to walk through. After that we visited Nijo Castle. Although a bit busier, it was still not too crowded, so we were able to enjoy it comfortably. The guests tried soba for the first time at a restaurant and were very satisfied. When our time was up at Fushimi Inari Taisha, I gave a general explanation and we parted ways. I believe they enjoyed the tour.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusShijo Keihan-mae / Kyoto City Bus～Nijojo-mae / Kyoto City Bus230JPY
    Section 2SubwayNijojo-mae～Sanjo Keihan220JPY
    Section 3TrainSanjo (Kyoto Prefecture)～Fushimi Inari240JPY
    Total690JPY

    Tour Report by Kaeko

    Thank you very much for choosing JGA experience, and please allow me to briefly introduce myself. I’m Kaeko Tanigawa, your tour guide, and I have been showing tourists from abroad around mainly in Kyoto, Nara and Osaka areas. Every year I’ve guided my guests through those areas for over 80 times. I always try to do my best to help my guests explore and enjoy our unique and attractive locations, and I’ve been lucky enough to receive so many 5-star reviews from the guests I hosted. I’d like to help make your visit to Japan one of the most wonderful memories in your life. I’m really looking forward to seeing you soon. Thank you very much.

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  • Mt. Koya Day Trip from Osaka in 1 Day

    Mt. Koya Day Trip from Osaka in 1 Day

    Mt. Koya Day Trip from Osaka in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    March, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • AM 08:30 Start at hotel
    • Travel by train to Koyasan
    • AM 11:30 Arrive at Koyasan Ichinohashiguchi
    • AM 11:30 – PM 12:40 Tour of Okunoin from Ichinohashiguchi
    • Travel by bus to Kongobuji Temple
    • PM 12:50-13:50 Tour of Kongobuji Temple
    • PM 14:00-15:00 Tour of Danjo Garan and Kondo Hall
    • Travel by bus & train to Umeda
    • PM 18:00 Tour ends at Umeda Station on the Shin-Midosuji Line

    What Is a Private Day Tour of Koyasan Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were making their first trip to Japan, visiting from Oceania. On a recent tour they had experienced a hotel mix-up that resulted in a guide no-show, which had left them disappointed, but they made a fresh start and enjoyed a tour of Koyasan. They had signed up because of a strong interest in Koyasan. Although the weather was unfortunately rainy, we walked along the path lined with gravestones leading to Okunoin while I provided explanations, and the guests enjoyed it. It was also nice to be able to have a relaxed conversation during the round-trip train ride to and from Koyasan.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayUmeda (subway)～Namba (subway)240JPY
    Section 2OtherNankai Namba～Koyasan3,540JPY
    Section 3SubwayNamba～Umeda (subway)240JPY
    Total4,020JPY

    Tour Report by YOSHI

    Hello , My name is Hideharu Yoshino . Just call me” Yoshi” .
    I have been involved with many foreign Business partners through my business life for 38 years ,
    Based on my work experience , I would like to try my best to make you comfortale and Happy fruitful times during your stay in Japan .
    Not only giving you basic tourist information about famous sightseeing spot , also I would enjoy to give you the back ground inofrmation in my word.
    ” Once in a lifetime encounter ” Let’s enjoy with me Miracle time to be picked up from 6 billion in somewhere Japan!

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