Private tour in Kyoto Atsuko T
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Hello everyone, Thank you for finding my page. My name is Atsuko. I am a licensed tour guide living in Osaka. I am new to ToursByLocals but I have experienced private tours for more than 8 years. Becoming a tour guide was my long-term dream since I visited the US and New Zealand as a volunteer tour conductor in my 20s. I wanted to become an overseas tour guide and do guiding in other countries. Unfortunately due to personal matters, I was not able to follow this through. Fortunately, I could become a licensed tour guide through my experiences such as teaching English, raising children, and volunteer tour guiding. Now I am really happy with my job. I enjoy meeting people and embracing new opportunities Japan attracts many people in the world because of its long history, unique geography, beautiful nature, intriguing cuisine, ancient and modern cultures, mixed religions, food, fashion, and the people living here. I was born and raised in Osaka. I am proud of living here. Osaka has a mix of unique cultures which are traditional and modern. It is also the gastronomic capital of Japan. Nara and Kyoto, which are neighboring prefectures, were ancient capitals of Japan. They have many historical sites, artefacts, relics, and structures. There is proof that these capitals flourished in ancient times. Also, beautiful nature in those areas enhance their attraction. Kobe city in Hyogo prefecture, has a different taste from those three areas for geographical reasons. I am happy to show these attractive places to everyone!! Thank you for reading my information. I am looking forward to seeing you in Japan!! ・National Government Licensed Tour Guide (English) Cert. No. EN01457 ・Experienced as a tour guide for more than 8 years ・Experienced as an English teacher at junior high schools for 4 years and at home for over 20 years I am not a driver. I usually use public transportation but I can use a taxi or arrange for a separate car and driver.
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Kyoto was the ancient capital of Japan. It has many historical places, remains, artefacts and cultures. There are also temples, shrines and castles which have been well preserved. This tour shows three of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kyoto which are Nijo Castle, Kinkakuji Temple and Kiyomizu Temple. We will also visit a breathtakingly beautiful shrine which is located in Fushimi in the south part of Kyoto city. We will eanjoy eating lunch in Nishiki Market, which is called 'the Kitchen of Kyoto. ' Fushimi Inari Shrine has a 1300 year-old history dating back to 711. The shrine is famous for beautiful orange gates. Nijo Castle is historically famous in Japan and has beautiful castle architectures and gardens. Kinkakuji Temple is famous for a beautiful golden pavilion. Kiyomizu Temple which is a gorgeous temple has a unique architecture which has platforms projecting over a cliff, and Higashiyama area are attractive spots including Gion area. Let's enjoy visiting those areas together.
We had a lovely time with Atsuko. We only had half a day really due to the time our ship docked, but she adapted the tour to our preferences and requirements. She met us at the port and escorted us to Kyoto and took us to the places we asked for and also to a lovely restaurant for dinner. She was knowledgeable and very pleasant and helpful. We would definitely recommend her.
Thank you Ms. Atusko for the great tour of the highlights of Kyoto. Your communication from the point we booked the tour to the very end of the tour was exceptional. Thank you Ms. Atusko !
Guide was very knowlegdeable about the places we visited. Very nice person who truly had a joy of sharing about the various sites. Overall a good way to spend the day.
Atsuko is absolutely amazing! She is so kind and engaging as our tour guide. We had an absolute blast and highly recommend her for a guaranteed great experience!
Atsuko was great getting us to all of the sights in Kyoto and was great in explaining all of the history to us.
Great to work with! Helpful in planning how to maximize the sites on the day!
*The meeting location: your hotel or Kyoto station * Fushimi Inari Shrine *Nijo Castle *Lunch in Nishiki Market * Kinkakuji Temple *Kiyomizu Temple *Sannenzaka, Ninenzaka * Gion Area *Your hotel
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*trains *subways *buses *walking *taxies (optional)
Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
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