Private tour in Kyoto Rick I
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Rick I.
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My nick name is Rick and Japanese name is Ryoichi. I was born and grew up in Kyoto. Kyoto has so many sightseeing spots based on its 1000 year history. I will propose you the "must see" spots from local eyes not only temples & shrines but also alternative side of Kyoto. As Kyoto certified English guide and National Government Licensed English guide, I will assist you with high hospitality for your satisfactory stay in Kyoto. 1. For the first visitors I will prepare the tour with selection out of the spots as Nijo-castle, Imperial Palace, Nishiki-market, Gion amusement quarter, Arashiyama area and some temples and shrines of World Cultural Heritage Sites based on your request and taste. 2. For the visitors who want to see more spots than regular tours I will prepare some unique tours like visiting Fushimi area for Sake brewery and riding classical boat, visiting some traditional handicrafts ateliers, enjoying traditional performing art, etc. Please make any inquiry for your preferred type of Kyoto guiding without hesitation. I would be happy to propose you with the type of tour that makes your visit in Kyoto unforgettable one. National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter (EN01767) City of Kyoto Visitors Host - Licensed Guide certified by City of Kyoto (EN00004) 2nd Grade of the licensing examination on knowledge of Kyoto history & culture I do not have a commercial driver's license. I cannot drive during the tours.
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This tour takes you to the two areas, Fushimi and Uji. Both are away from central Kyoto and have the specific atmosphere that makes you feel comfortable away from hustle & bustle. In the past, Fushimi area was a large port town which faced a large lake which does not exist any more. Now you can enjoy riding the classical boat which makes you feel two hundreds years ago through the canal. Also you will enjoy visiting classical Sake brewery museum where you might slip back to the good old days when the Sake brewery was in operation. There, you will know the secret how to make nicest Sake. Uji area has Byodouin temple and Ujigami shrine which were designated as UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Sites. In front of Byodoin temple, you enjoy walking the front street, Omotesando, with the aroma of green tea which is the local specialty. Also the area was the stage of ancient novel, "Tale of Genji", so you may feel the air of tranquility a thousand years ago. This tour is only for the visitors who stay in Kyoto.
Excellent guide, with a deep knowledge and reverence for his hometown of Kyoto. He took us to Fushimi and Uji. We had a great time with him. He crafts a custom deeply thought-out itinerary for every one of his clients based on personal interests and preference
Rick was the best guide we had in Japan. Very informative, good English and a unique tour. Thanks Rick!
Good tour-thanks, Rick
- Ride the classic boat through the old canal in Fushimi (When the boat riding is fully booked, it might be replaced to another attraction. In this case, I will talk with you in advance) - Visit Ohkura Sake Brewery museum to learn and taste Sake - Lunch (Japanese specialty if you like) - Visit Byoudouin temple and walk through Omotesandou street in Uji - Visit Ujigami shrine and walk through Nakanoshima area to enjoy the scenery
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Basically local train and also the tour includes around 4 Kilometers' walk.
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