This is a private guided tour report by Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.), a network of 1,000+ government-licensed, English-speaking local guides across all 47 prefectures of Japan. Not affiliated with the Japan Guide Association.

Tour Itinerary

  • 10:30 Hotel
  • 11:00-12:00 Kasuga Taisha Shrine
  • 13:00-14:00 Todaiji Temple
  • 14:30-16:30 Strolling NaraMachi area with doropping at Imanishi Sake Brewery
  • 16:30 Tour end

Title: What's a Private Day Tour of Nara Like? A Licensed Guide's Report

The guests joined a private tour visiting Kyoto and Nara, and planned to continue to another destination in Asia before returning home. The weather was clear and the autumn foliage was at its peak, so I was able to guide them under wonderful conditions, and I believe they were very pleased. We visited Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Hokkedo Hall, and Todaiji Temple, and had lunch at a ramen shop in the Higashimuki shopping street. In Naramachi, they enjoyed a sake tasting at a brewery and also purchased some sake. Since they wanted to eat sushi, I introduced them to a sushi restaurant in Naramachi, which they said was excellent.

Hello
Let me introduce myself briefly. I have over 30 years of experience in the tourism industry. For the past decade, I have worked with a destination management company, arranging group tours and FIT (private small groups) for overseas visitors while also guiding guests firsthand.I offer guided tours fluently in both English and Japanese across all regions. My areas of expertise include Nara, Nagoya, Gifu (Samurai Road, Sekigahara Battlefield, etc.), Tokyo, and Kyoto.My goal is to ensure you have a wonderful time in Japan by experiencing our local history, culture, nature, and food, and by connecting with local people. I invite you to discover the authentic Japan that lies beneath the surface.