Private tour in Kyoto Ayumi D

Multiple Days_Kyoto and other cities with Kyoto-born native guide

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Ayumi D.

4.9

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Dear my guests, I am thrilled to be meeting with you and sharing the inspiring moments together. I am a Kyoto-born local guide and coordinator specialist in Kyoto. I have over 20 years of experience in guiding the guests and company executives to amazing moments. Mainly worked as a liaison for companies to connect people and companies. Born, raised and educated in Kyoto. I am living in Kyoto most of my life. I lived in Vail, Colorado in my high school days as an exchange student for an year. Graduated from the national Osaka university majoring language and started to work in Tokyo for companies as a bilingual assistant and coordination specialist. I also run a few art exhibitions yearly to exhibit my air pieces. I was taught by my father and a memory of my grandfather, both great artists in Kyoto painting. As one of the giving projects, I offer cultural events, introducing Kyoto style in quality, tradition and design, connecting everyone to the pleasure of artistic and deeper cultural scenes. It will be my honor to be sharing the inspiring moments with you. I am flexible in schedule the destination during your stay, so please feel free to let me know your preference and what you like to see and experience in Kyoto and surrounding cities. I try my best to find the possible best suggestions. In addition to visiting temples and shrines, there are many options including experiences of Japanese sweet-make, green tea, art studio, hands-on crafts! Please view some photos of the past tours and places to feel the real Kyoto experience. Mingling with the real local artisans or even business people will give you a special experience! I feel grateful to see people happy. I very much look forward to helping your stay more comfortable. My best regards, Ayumi Graduated from the national Osaka university, majoring foreign studies. Finished Simul Academy interpretation course Japan English Foundation 1st class Advanced life-saving certification Driver's license

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Overview of your Kyoto tour

Plan your entire trip with us and visit best & major sights in Kyoto and more cities with art and architecture oriented guide! I also offer a travel to Tokyo, Kamakura, Hakone, Gifu, Kanazawa, etc. The best location to stay in Kyoto is close to Karasuma-Oike station where two subways are crossing and is in a walk distance to downtown, keeping quieter atomosphere.

Recent Reviews

Kathy C.
October 2025

We had a wonderful time with Ayumi. She was expert at planning our time in Kyoto and Nara. She is a wonderful storyteller and I recommend as your guide.

Belinda H.United Kingdom
November 2022

We had a wonderful half day trip exploring a lovely area of Kyoto with Ayumi-san. It is the time of year when the maples are turning colour and she took us to Nansen-Ji temple which was so beautiful and full of many different types of maple with the added bonus that it was quite quiet. We then went to Ginkaku-ji via the Philosopher's path. Ayumi is a wonderful guide and knowledgeable about the history of Japan, I would highly recommend her.

Frederick F.United States
November 2019

We were fortunate that Ayumi was available to guide us only a few hours after we requested a tour. She met our group of 4 at our hotel in Gion and put together a fine walking tour of spectacular temples and temple gardens, then led us personally to the Kyoto station and saw us onto the correct train for our journey onward. Ayumi is a wonderful personal guide and we are very happy to recommend her!

Jonathan S.Australia
October 2019

Ayumi was an excellent guide and great company. Her English is excellent and knowledge strong. Highly recommended.

Werner H.Austria
October 2019

We had a great experience at our tour in Kyoto! Ayumi, thank you for your choice, it was a great pleasure meeting you. We enjoyed your knowledge and your company very much! Hope to see you again. Best wishes from Vienna! Werner

Your Kyoto tour itinerary

Sample plan, 1st day Kyoto traditional and cultural sites. 2nd day Deeper insight of Kyoto 3rd day Commute to Nara or Osaka or Shiga (4th day) Half day to visit an artisan's studio

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Transport details
Type: Public Transportation / Category: Train

A private van and driver will be arranged with the additional fee.

What's included
Private Guide
Other: Planning of entire tour with you. Local bookings if paid separately is not refundable.
Services: Any unrecoverable fee of booking such as transportation, tickets, reservations, etc
What's not included
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Private Transportation
Tickets: admission fee of temples in cash
Private Transportation With Driver
Classes Workshop
Accommodation: If needed for guide
Other: Bullet train fee if need for guide
Meeting location

Kyoto, Kyoto, 604-8185, Japan

Kyoto hotel lobby

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Architecture
Art And Culture
History
Tour reference number
724278
Languages
English
Japanese
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

5.0

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Who is this private tour in Kyoto best suited for?

This private tour in Kyoto is perfect for travellers interested in exploring multiple cities in Japan with a focus on art and architecture. It's ideal for those who want a well-planned itinerary and deeper insights into cultural and traditional sites. Families with children will find it suitable as well.

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Can this private tour in Kyoto be customized to focus on what I want to see and skip places I've already visited?

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Hours icon 22 hours
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Private tour for 1-6 people
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