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Private tour in Kyoto George V
Epicurean Quest in Kyoto
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Hello! I'm a long time American resident of Japan and have lived in big cities like Tokyo, Nagoya and Kyoto, and I also have lived a few years in the lovely Japanese countryside. Every place has its charm, and I've experienced each locale long enough to continuously discover new information about Japan's well known places to visit and also be fascinated by places off the beaten path. I'm an enthusiastic photographer, which to me means finding beauty in things most people pass by. I also enjoy discovering unique characters in Japanese history, especially of those that have transformed Japan's history, culture and politics. I currently teach at universities where I also learn from my students and fellow professors. I'm also a bit of a foodie and love to discover new street foods and takes on traditional recipes. I'm a former business owner, translator, interpreter, and newspaper reporter, though I still write local news today. In my tours, I customize them according to what my guests want to see, do, experience and taste and all within the time they have available. Current university lecturer 25+ years in Japan Former business owner Member of American Chamber of Commerce Japan Undergraduate study in journalism Graduate study in Political Science/International Relations
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Amaze Your Tummy and Tongue by Tasting Kyoto's Culinary Culture
Overview of your Kyoto tour
If food is your game, let me take you on a tour of Kyoto will include famous sites, but definitely will include nibbles and sips along the way. First stop will be just a 5-minute walk from Kyoto Station and you'll step back in time to the Show era by entering a building with tiny restaurants each with their own speciality. After that, a visit to the Nishiki Food market is a must see and a must taste for free offerings from shops. From there a short walk to Ponto-cho to look at the old geisha tea houses along the lane where lots of restaurants that offer traditional meals such as shabu shabu and sukiyaki. If sake is on your mind, let me explain ginjo to daiginjo, what junmai is and if it matters, at a sake bar. If you have a sweet tooth, why not try some green tea fruit parfaits or green tea fluffy soufflé pancakes with sweet beans on top. Experience a traditional tea ceremony in a quiet temple near the calm and quiet Ishibei Lane. This tour can be customized according to your tastes.
Your Kyoto tour itinerary
Meeting at the agreed point Kyoto Station Rido restaurant hall, Umezono Cafe and Gallery, Nishiki Food Market, Ponto-cho, Gion. End of the tour at the Kyoto Station
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Type: Public Transportation / Category: Train
Train and moderate walking
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Kyoto, Kyoto, 600-8216, Japan
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