Private tour in Kyoto Adam O
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I came to Japan more than 37 years ago. Soon after I started my studies at Doshisha University in Kyoto. Being the only foreign student in the faculty helped me to understand the people better and learn a lot about Japanese society and the city itself. Whenever I had free time I took my bicycle to ride around Kyoto, to visit new interesting places, and because of its 1200 years history, I haven't seen them all yet. Showing people around Kyoto is always a great adventure, because no matter how many times I visit the same place, it shows me again and again something new that I can share with my guests. Kyoto was a capital of Japan throughout most of the history of the country. This is also a place where what we call Japanese culture was born and refined, and that's why Kyoto is the perfect city to experience the traditional Japan in its original surroundings and atmosphere. Each temple or shrine, each street, each corner tells a story that shaped the heritage of the city and left us a great many legacies to enjoy. Not only the sites, but also original food, clothes, artifacts and customs. Since there are so many interesting things to see and experience in Kyoto and around, if you have any special interest, I can design a special tour just for you. Some travelers like to spend the whole day visiting Zen Gardens, some like to see some places with less tourists around, some enjoy eating local cuisine more than visiting temples, others prefer to spent more time shopping, whatever your preferences are let me know, so I could craft a special tour just for you to enjoy your stay in Kyoto even more. Graduated from Doshisha University, Kyoto. Working as a private tour guide since 2010. Working as an interpreter and translator since 1995. I do not have any restrictions in regard to my guiding, I can offer a full range of experiences.
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Suitable for first time visitors and travelers with limited time in Kyoto. During the tour we will visit four places that you can find in all Kyoto guidebooks. Golden Pavilion, a great spot for taking wonderful photos, any season, any weather, Ryoan-ji Rock Garden, perfect for a few moments of meditation. Then visit to Nijo Castle, the residence of Tokugawa Shoguns, and walk to traditional streets of Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka to the Kiyomizu Temple. As it is a private tour, I can adjust the schedule, duration and activities according to your preferences. Please let me know if you should have any special requests.
I apologize for being so late in writing this. Our tour guide, Adam, was wonderful. The tour was changed from the original description to cover all the places that we wanted to go. We managed to see everything and finish in less than the 8 hrs. allotted by taking trains and taxis all over. Kyoto was my favorite city in all of Japan, thanks to Adam.
One of the best tours we have ever experienced! Adam is wonderful -- so knowledgeable about Japan and so able to explain its history and culture in ways that make it come alive. After providing a very quick synopsis on Zen Buddhism, he urged us to take a few minutes to just sit and be present there, in a remarkable Zen garden. It was a uniquely memorable experience, one of many that day, so kudos to a great tour guide!
Excellent tour. Adam was very knowledgable both about places in Kyoto and the history of Japan. He was able to answer all of our many questions about life in Japan, current events, places to go, etcetera. We really enjoyed our time with him.
Adam was an excellent guide. Great background and understanding of the temples and sites in Kyoto. Very adaptable to our personal needs. Thank you for the great time.
Excellent English, very helpful getting us organized with public transportation. We went to all the sights we wanted to see and gave us the special information that lets you learn more about the country and culture of Japan. Left us with great suggestions on what to do on our own after the tour ended. I definitely recommend a day with Adam.
Adam was a highly personable, professional, knowledgeable and friendly guide. Incredibly passionate about the culture and history of Japan which he was passionate to share. Enjoyed so much having lunch with Adam at a local restaurant...an experience we likely would have missed otherwise. Lovef vivutibf done off the beaten track shrines and walking throughout on the tour. Wonderful & incredibly interesting day with Adam. Thank you! 🙏
During this tour we will see: Kinkaku-Ji Temple (the Golden Pavilion). Ryoan-Ji Temple ( famous for its wonderful and inspiring rock garden) Nijojo (Nijo Castle), Shogun's residence Kiyomizu Temple (with a walk through old streets of Ninen and Sannen zaka) Each place has very specific atmosphere and has something different to offer. There is much more to see in Kyoto and visiting those places will make you feel like you want to come back to Kyoto again. And if you want I am happy to customize the tour for you. Please inquire for a quote.
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Public transportation and walking. A 1-day bus and subway ticket is 1100JPY/ person.
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