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Private tour in Kyoto Ryuki I
RYUKI’s Perfect Kyoto Day – 8-Hour Private Tour
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Hi there! I’m Ryüki, your Kyoto-born guide. I’ve lived in Kyoto my whole life and have over 4 years of experience guiding travelers, with more than 200 five-star reviews. I also continue offering tours with my previous company, bringing experience and local insight to every tour. Kyoto is a city of history, culture, and beauty. From famous landmarks like Fushimi Inari and Kiyomizu-dera to hidden temples, secret shrines, and local food spots, I’ll show you the side of Kyoto most tourists never see. I speak English and love sharing the city’s stories, culture, and flavors. Let’s explore Kyoto like a true local and create unforgettable memories together!
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Explore Kyoto like a local with a Kyoto-born guide—your friend for the day (8 hours Tour)
Overview of your Kyoto tour
I was born and raised in Kyoto and have been working as a tour guide for four years. This tour combines the places that my guests have loved the most with some of my personal favorite spots. Discover Kyoto’s most iconic sights in one memorable day with a friendly local guide. This private tour offers a wonderful mix of history, culture, and beautiful scenery. We will visit Fushimi Inari Taisha, famous for its thousands of red torii gates, and explore the historic Gion district known for traditional wooden townhouses and geisha culture. You will also stroll through the charming streets of Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka, two of Kyoto’s most picturesque areas. Along the way, we can stop for lunch at a local restaurant recommended by your guide and enjoy Japanese sweets such as matcha ice cream, cherry blossom ice cream, or traditional rice cakes. Let’s create unforgettable memories in Kyoto together.
Your Kyoto tour itinerary
Meeting point: Minamiza Theater • Fushimi Inari Taisha (Torii Gates shrine) • Gion District (Historic Area) • Ninenzaka area • Lunch Time (Local recommendation) • (If you like) Dessert Stop (Matcha / Sakura / Mochi) • Temple Visit (Kodaiji or Kiyomizu-dera) • Yasaka Pagoda (Photo Spot) Additional Options (Choose One) • Plan A: Visit both Kodaiji & Kiyomizu-Temple • Plan B: Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) • Plan C: Nishiki Market&Local Food hopping (Food Tour style) The tour usually ends around the meeting point area. Please let me know if this works. Important Info • Fees: Guide fee only. (Excludes entrance, transport, and food) • Action Needed: Please let me know your choice of Temple and Plan (A, B, or C) by one day before the tour. Thank you for reading and checking the details! I’m looking forward to seeing you in Kyoto!
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Type: Public Transportation / Category: Train
Most of the tour will be done on foot. Depending on the locations we visit, we will mainly use trains for transportation. In some cases, such as when visiting Kinkaku-ji, when time is limited, when the group size is larger, or depending on guests’ preferences, we may also use a taxi.
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２F西ロビ, Kyoto, Kyoto, 605-0075, Japan
Meeting Point Minami-za Theatre Address: 573-3 Gion, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto 605-0075, Japan Note: Please meet in front of the main entrance of Minami-za Theatre. It is easily accessible on foot from Gion-Shijo Station. Alternative Meeting Point If you prefer to start the tour from Kyoto Station, please let me know in advance and I will be happy to change the meeting point. I will send you the updated location. Please note that same-day changes may not be possible.
- You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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