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  • Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    February, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • ①　10:30　Meet at Seiokaku Ryokan
    • ②　10:35　Explanation of the itinerary and a brief overview of Kyoto's history
    • ③　11:30　Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
    • ④　12:50　Nijo Castle
    • ⑤　14:00　Lunch at Nishiki Market
    • ⑥　15:15　Kinkaku-ji Temple
    • ⑦　16:15　Pontocho
    • ⑧　16:30　Disband around the Pontocho area

    Title: What's a Private Kyoto Food and Culture Walking Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America. One of them had been to Japan before, while it was the first visit for the other. When I talked about history and culture, they listened patiently, but seemed to take in the explanations quickly and preferred to move on to the next thing. However, once the topic turned to food, they became remarkably talkative. They mentioned they had also enjoyed kaiseki cuisine. The guests especially loved sweets, and at Nishiki Market they snacked here and there on treats such as strawberry daifuku mochi and honey ice cream, and even bought bottled honey as a souvenir. In the end, our time came to say goodbye at Pontocho, and my final explanations covered the shops in Gion and along Sannenzaka, as well as talk of Osaka's Dotonbori, which they would visit the next day — how takoyaki and okonomiyaki are absolute must-eats in Osaka. I forgot to introduce the pork buns from 551 Horai, a soul food of the Kansai region (in Kansai, the expression "butaman" is more common than "nikuman").

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    Tour Report by Kazu

    Hello, this is Kazu Akiyama, your tour guide. Nice to meet you and welcome to Japan. Thank you for joining me on the tour. Now I am a retired salaried worker, living in Osaka. I have been very much interested in not only learning Japanese history, culture, religion myself, but also talking about them (sometimes going off topics) in English with tourists from all over the world as well. I am so excited being with you as your guide on coming day! I am very much looking forward to you enjoying with me visiting the must-see places and some of the hidden gems. See you soon. Thank you – Kazu Akiyama

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    Jul 29, 2026
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    Kyoto highlights with Kazu.
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    A wonderful day with Kazu…

    Jul 12, 2026
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    Fantastic tour guide
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    Jun 23, 2026
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  • Himeji Castle & Koko-en in 1 Day Tour

    Himeji Castle & Koko-en in 1 Day Tour

    Himeji Castle & Koko-en in 1 Day Tour with Licensed Guide

    February, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 09:30 Meet @ Hotel Monterey Himeji
    • 2. 09:40 @ Castle View
    • 3. 11:10 @ Mount Shosha Engyoji Temple (Niomon Gate, Maniden Hall, Daikodo Hall, Jogyodo Hall, Jikido Hall, Kaizando Hall)
    • 4. 13:50 @ Himeji Castle
    • 5. 15:55 Disband @ Himeji Castle Sakuramon Bridge

    What Is a Private Himeji Castle and Mount Shosha Hiking Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report Today's guests were a group visiting Japan from North America. It was their third trip to Japan. We met at a hotel near Himeji Station, and after explaining an overview of Himeji Castle from the Castle View, we took a bus to the Higashizaka hiking course of Mount Shosha. The Mount Shosha Ropeway was suspended for regular maintenance, but at the request of the guests, who are fond of the Hollywood film "The Last Samurai," we decided to hike up to Engyoji Temple. It was another cold day. When we reached the summit of Mount Shosha on foot, there was still snow remaining in many places. At Engyoji Temple, all of the buildings except Maniden were closed, so we extended our walk to the Okunoin, which we do not usually visit. After sightseeing at Engyoji Temple, we returned by bus to the Otemae-dori street of Himeji Castle and toured the castle. The guests did seem a little tired by then, but we visited all of the main keep and small keeps, and ended the tour at the Sakuramon Bridge of Himeji Castle. It was a somewhat demanding tour, but the guests appeared to be very satisfied.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Bus[Shinki Bus Himeji Station Front] Station～[Shinki Bus Shosha Higashizaka] Station320JPY
    Section 2Bus[Shinki Bus Shosha Higashizaka] Station～[Shinki Bus Otemae Street] Station320JPY
    Total640JPY

    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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    Jul 7, 2026
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  • Osaka in One Day: Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine & Hozenji Temple

    Osaka in One Day: Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine & Hozenji Temple

    Osaka Local Food & Culture Tour in 1 Day, Licensed Guide

    February, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 12:30 Meet @ Hotel
    • 13:00 @ Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine
    • 14:45 @ Namba Shopping Street
    • 15:15: @ Kuromon Market
    • 16:45 @ Dotonbori
    • 17:15 @ Hozenji Temple
    • 18:00 Dismiss @ Daimaru Shinsaibashi Store

    What's a Private Food and Sightseeing Tour of Osaka Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guest was a visitor from North America, in Japan this time to attend a meeting in Tokyo. The guest seemed to have a very high level of interest in Japan and observed each spot with great enthusiasm. At Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine, the guest prayed devoutly, picked up the popular "Go-Dai-Riki" pebbles, and purchased an amulet pouch as well as a "business success" charm. The guest also mentioned being very fond of Japanese food, and at Kuromon Market enjoyed "takoyaki" and "fatty tuna (o-toro)," and in Dotonbori savored genuine "Kobe beef," expressing great satisfaction. Finally, the guest wanted to try "sake," so I guided them to a shot bar in the basement food court of the Daimaru Shinsaibashi store, where we parted ways. The o-toro and Kobe beef enjoyed this time are very expensive menu items, but the guest remarked that in North America the prices are probably about four to five times higher, which was a bit surprising. As the guest would be staying in Osaka for one more day, I introduced several other dining spots, and the guest took photos and said they would definitely like to visit them. The guest also commented that next time they would love to come to Japan during "cherry blossom season."

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainNamba～Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine240JPY
    Section 2TrainSumiyoshi Taisha Shrine～Namba240JPY
    Total480JPY

    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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    Jul 25, 2026
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  • Kyoto: Kinkaku-ji Temple & Kiyomizu-dera Temple

    Kyoto: Kinkaku-ji Temple & Kiyomizu-dera Temple

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide

    February, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Meet up @Mercure Kyoto Station
    • 10:25 Kinkaku-ji Temple
    • 11:20 Nijo Castle
    • 12:50 Sanjusangendo Temple
    • 14:00 Kiyomizu-dera Temple
    • 15:20 Dismissal @Mercure Kyoto Station

    What Is a Private Kyoto Walking Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America. Since I had heard this was a special trip, I gave them a small gift, which they were pleased to receive. During the itinerary there were relatively few questions and we often moved along at a fairly quick pace, so I was a little concerned about whether they were enjoying themselves. However, at the end one of the guests told me that while the view from the approach to Kiyomizu-dera was wonderful, they were especially moved by the thousand Buddhist statues at Sanjusangendo, and that they had a very enjoyable day, which put me at ease. The other guest agreed as well, so I believe the group was satisfied. Since they had eaten a late breakfast, they said they did not need lunch, so we finished a little earlier than planned.

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    Tour Report by Hiro

    Thanks for joining our tour. I’m Hiro Nakagawa, assigned to be your guide for this tour. I was eligible as a National Licensed Tour Guide in 2017. I have guided many tourists from overseas since then. Japan is a beautiful country with full of various attractions. Please enjoy your time in this country to the fullest. I will help you with that. What are you interested in this country? I will introduce this country’s long history, traditional culture, beautiful seasonal highlights, and delicious food to you. Please let me know your preferences. If it’s other than which I mentioned, I’m preparing it for you as much as possible. Let’s enjoy the trip together!

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    Jul 13, 2025
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  • Hiroshima in One Day: Peace Park & Miyajima

    Hiroshima in One Day: Peace Park & Miyajima

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

    February, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:30 Meet up @Hotel Intergate Hiroshima
    • 10:00 Peace Park
    • 11:30 Atomic Bomb Museum
    • 12:40 Tempura Lunch
    • 14:45 Miyajima
    • 18:30 Dismiss @Hotel Intergate Hiroshima

    Title: What Is a Private Hiroshima and Miyajima Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a relaxed and easygoing group who got along well. Their request was to learn about the history of the Peace Memorial Museum and the Peace Memorial Park in detail. They asked many questions throughout the tour. However, the group needed to take frequent rest breaks, and at lunch a staff mix-up meant that the order had not gone through, which caused us to run considerably over time. The guests were very good-natured, which saved the situation. On Miyajima, we took many photos with the deer. The group also enjoyed some whisky and a gin and tonic, and spent the time in a leisurely way. Although we went over the scheduled time, I truly enjoyed the day as well. The guests were very satisfied and expressed their gratitude.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainGenbaku Dome-mae～Nishi-Hiroshima240JPY
    Section 2TrainNishi-Hiroshima～Miyajimaguchi330JPY
    Section 3TrainMiyajimaguchi～Nishi-Hiroshima330JPY
    Section 4BusNishi-Hiroshima～Hatchobori240JPY
    Total1,140JPY

    Tour Report by Yuko

    Hello! My name is Yuko, and I am delighted to be your guide.

    I currently work as a tour guide in both Tokyo and Hiroshima, two cities that represent very different yet equally fascinating sides of Japan. This unique perspective allows me to share not only famous landmarks, but also the culture, history, and everyday life that make each place special.

    I truly believe that guiding is my calling. For every tour, I focus on creating a personal, authentic, and memorable experience tailored to your interests. Whether we explore Tokyo’s vibrant neighborhoods or Hiroshima’s rich history and warm local culture, I want you to leave with a deeper understanding of Japan and meaningful memories of your journey.

    I enjoy meeting travelers from around the world and helping them discover hidden stories and local perspectives that are often missed in guidebooks.

    Once you have booked a tour with me, please feel free to reach out via email or WhatsApp so I can send you a suggested itinerary. I look forward to meeting you!

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  • Tsukiji Local Food & Culture Half-Day Tour

    Tsukiji Local Food & Culture Half-Day Tour

    Tsukiji Local Food & Culture Half-Day Tour, Licensed Guide

    February, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:00 Hotel-9:00 Toyosu Market-10:45 Tsukiji Outer Market-11:45 Lunch-12:20 Dismissal at Tsukiji 3-chome

    Title: What's a Full-Day Private Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report This was the third day of an approximately two-week trip to Japan for a group visiting from North America. They mentioned that the following day they would head to Niseko in Hokkaido for a week of skiing. The day before, they had toured key spots around Tokyo by electric bike, and although this was a somewhat unconventional style, everyone in the group used SUICA cards, which made getting around smooth wherever we went. After enjoying the views of the bay area from the front car of the Yurikamome, we strolled through Toyosu Market. The Tsukiji Outer Market was quite crowded, and the guests were surprised by the number of people, but they thoroughly enjoyed a sushi lunch. [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) is one of Japan's largest networks of government-licensed, English-speaking private tour guides, serving all 47 prefectures. Winner of Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Best of the Best. Not affiliated with the Japan Guide Association.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainShinagawa～Shimbashi167JPY
    Section 2TrainShimbashi～Shijomae388JPY
    Section 3BusShijomae Station Front～Tsukiji 6-chome210JPY
    Total765JPY

    Tour Report by Michio

    Welcome to Japan. My name is Michio, your tour guide in Tokyo and Japan. I was born and grown up in Tokyo, and still living in western suburb of Tokyo with my wife, except for 10 years outside of Japan travelling and living in 60 countries. So I might have visited your country and still remember a few words.
    Japan has unique history, nature and culture, and there are plenty of secrets and wonders behind them such as food culture, Zen and Ninja.
    So please explore and discover the hidden and most beautiful part of Japan together. Let’s experience!

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  • Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine & Tokyo Tower

    Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine & Tokyo Tower

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    February, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 09:00　Meet up @ Hotel Gracery Ginza
    • 09:40　Shibuya Scramble Crossing・Hachiko
    • 10:00　Meiji Shrine
    • 11:20　Imperial Palace
    • 12:10　Lunch @ ISOLA SMERALDA (Italian cuisine on the 5th floor of Marunouchi Building)
    • 13:30　Senso-ji Temple
    • 14:50　Tokyo Tower
    • 15:30　Disband @ Tokyo Tower

    Title: What's a Private One-Day Tokyo Sightseeing Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visiting Japan for the first time from North America. After sightseeing in Tokyo, they planned to visit Kyoto and Hiroshima. At Meiji Shrine, they appeared deeply impressed by the quiet and solemn atmosphere, which contrasted greatly with Shibuya. They also purchased several omamori (protective charms) as souvenirs. At the Imperial Palace, they listened with great interest to historical explanations about the role of the Emperor, the Meiji Restoration, and the Edo Shogunate. In Asakusa, they were intrigued by explanations about the differences between temples and shrines. At Tokyo Tower, they seemed impressed by the magnificent views of Tokyo. Since I responded to the guests' wishes throughout the tour, I believe they were satisfied.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayGinza～Shibuya600JPY
    Section 2TrainShibuya～Harajuku150JPY
    Section 3SubwayMeiji-jingumae～Nijubashimae0JPY
    Section 4TrainTokyo～Ueno170JPY
    Section 5SubwayUeno～Asakusa0JPY
    Section 6SubwayAsakusa～Kamiyacho0JPY
    Total920JPY

    Tour Report by Seizo

    I am Seizo Kamiuto, National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter (English). I was born in Kagoshima City in Kyushu (Southern part of Japan) and grew up there until the graduation from a high school. I came to Tokyo to enter a University in Tokyo and since then, I have lived in Tokyo for more than 40 years and therefore I know Tokyo and its suburbs and Kagoshima City very well. After retiring from an IT company, I have been working as a Guide Interpreter of English since March 2018. I have guided many overseas guests to the popular sightseeing spots in Tokyo, Kamakura, Mt. Fuji area (Kawaguchiko Lake etc.), Hakone, Nikko, Yokohama, Kawagoe and Kagoshima and so on. I have received good reviews from many guests. I can explain the history and the culture of Japan in detail. I look forward to an opportunity to guide you in Japan. Thank you. Seizo Kamiuto

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    Jul 10, 2026
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  • Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    February, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 11:00 Meet at Hotel
    • 2. 11:30 Tokyo Station (support for purchasing subway free pass)
    • 3. 12:00 Asakusa (Nakamise Street, Sensoji Temple)
    • 4. 13:30 Ueno (Ueno Park, Ameyoko)
    • 5. 15:10 Shibuya (Scramble Crossing, Hachiko Statue)
    • 6. 15:40 Harajuku (Meiji Shrine, Takeshita Street)
    • 7. 17:10 Disband in front of Uniqlo Ginza Store

    What Can You See on a 1-Day Private Tokyo Tour? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from South America, and it was their first time in Japan. On this trip they also planned to visit other destinations in Asia, and their stay in Japan was limited to Tokyo, so I focused on guiding them around the main highlights. They listened enthusiastically to my explanations about Japanese history, culture, and religion, and told me that it was both very enjoyable and educational. Since one of the guests was looking forward to shopping at Uniqlo, I took them to the Uniqlo store in Ginza at the end to conclude the tour. Overall, I believe they were very satisfied.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainShiomi～Tokyo167JPY
    Section 2SubwayOtemachi～Asakusa178JPY
    Section 3SubwayAsakusa～Ueno178JPY
    Section 4SubwayUeno-hirokoji～Shibuya209JPY
    Section 5TrainShibuya～Harajuku146JPY
    Section 6SubwayOmotesando～Ginza178JPY
    Total1,056JPY

    Tour Report by Nobu

    Hi, I am Nobu, a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter (English).
    I have been an English guide in Tokyo area since January 2017.
    Tokyo is a wonderful city, and you may enjoy this city by yourselves.
    Even so, I recommend you go around with a guide, especially if it is your first time visit to Tokyo.
    A good guide will help you to understand about Tokyo and Japan as well as how to use convenient but complicated public transportations more effectively.
    I am glad if I can help you to make your tour more enjoyable.
    I am looking forward to meeting you in Tokyo soon!
    Nobu

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    Jun 2, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
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    We had a wonderfull day with Nobu! He…

    May 25, 2026
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    May 24, 2026
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    Apr 28, 2026
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  • Kyoto in One Day: Kinkaku-ji & Sanjusangendo

    Kyoto in One Day: Kinkaku-ji & Sanjusangendo

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    February, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 Meet up @ Westin Miyako Kyoto
    • 9:45 Kinkaku-ji
    • 11:15 Nijo Castle
    • 12:50 Lunch @ Shijo Karasuma
    • 14:10 Sanjusangendo
    • 15:00 Dismiss @ Westin Miyako Kyoto

    Title: What's a Private Snowy-Day Tour of Kyoto Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America, visiting Japan for the first time. Snow had been falling since the morning, leaving central Kyoto almost completely white. We had originally agreed to visit Daigoji Temple, but when I mentioned that this was a rare chance to see Kinkakuji Temple covered in snow, the guests decided to change plans and go there instead. As it turned out, not only tourists but also local residents had the same idea, so the buses were even more crowded than usual. Still, the guests were delighted by the unusual and beautiful scenery. Afterward, when I explained the historical background of Nijo Castle and Sanjusangendo Temple, the guests told me it was "extremely interesting." This private tour of Kyoto was arranged through [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/), one of Japan's largest networks of government-licensed, English-speaking private tour guides, serving all 47 prefectures and winner of the Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Best of the Best.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayKeage～Nishioji Oike260JPY
    Section 2BusNishioji Oike～Kinkakuji-michi460JPY
    Section 3SubwayNishioji Oike～Nijojo-mae220JPY
    Section 4SubwayNijojo-mae～Shijo220JPY
    Section 5BusShijo Karasuma～Higashiyama Shichijo230JPY
    Section 6BusHigashiyama Shichijo～Higashiyama Sanjo230JPY
    Section 7SubwayHigashiyama～Keage220JPY
    Total1,840JPY

    Tour Report by Hiro

    Thanks for joining our tour. I’m Hiro Nakagawa, assigned to be your guide for this tour. I was eligible as a National Licensed Tour Guide in 2017. I have guided many tourists from overseas since then. Japan is a beautiful country with full of various attractions. Please enjoy your time in this country to the fullest. I will help you with that. What are you interested in this country? I will introduce this country’s long history, traditional culture, beautiful seasonal highlights, and delicious food to you. Please let me know your preferences. If it’s other than which I mentioned, I’m preparing it for you as much as possible. Let’s enjoy the trip together!

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  • Tochigi in One Day: Shinkyo Bridge & Kanaya History Museum

    Tochigi in One Day: Shinkyo Bridge & Kanaya History Museum

    Nikko Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    February, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00　Meet up @ Tobu Nikko Station
    • 10:07　Shinkyo Bridge
    • 10:20　Rinno-ji Shoyoen Garden
    • 10:40　Rinno-ji Sanbutsudo Hall
    • 11:15　Toshogu Shrine
    • 12:10　Futarasan Shrine
    • 12:20　Lunch @ Maruhide Shokudo
    • 13:40　Kanmangafuchi Abyss
    • 14:30　Tamozawa Imperial Villa Memorial Park
    • 15:40　Kanaya History Museum (viewing from outside only)
    • 15:45　Tour ends, dismissal @ Nishisando

    What Is a Private Walking Tour of Nikko Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from the Middle East who had originally come from Oceania. They had stayed overnight in Nikko the day before. Since they were interested in Japanese culture and history, they listened with great interest to explanations about Shinto, Buddhism, and the shogun, and asked many good questions, which made it easy to talk with them. They seemed to enjoy walking very much and walked at a fast pace. This course usually takes more than six hours, but because we moved through it faster than planned, I added a visit to the Kanaya Historical Museum. Even so, we were still a little ahead of schedule, and since they wanted to enjoy walking around the town a bit more afterward, we finished a little early near the Nishi-sando area. They said they had a wonderful time, which made me very glad.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusTobu Nikko Station～Shinkyo Bridge220JPY
    Total220JPY

    Tour Report by Yumi

    Hello! My name is Yumi. The Nikko area, Nasu area, in Tochigi Prefecture, and Aizu and Shirakawa area in Fukushima prefecture, where I will be guiding you, are not only surrounded by beautiful nature in all four seasons but are also full of historical attractions. Nikko, in particular, is a great place to learn about the culture and history that has shaped Japan to this day. In order for you to truly enjoy your day, I am flexible to your wishes and will prepare your day to be a great day. Because I am a local guide, you will surely see some sights that are not in the guidebooks. Is local food one of your favorite parts of your trip? I am also a sushi-making instructor for foreigners, so food is one of my specialties. I am also a certified sake navigator. Why don’t you come and enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with me?

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