Private tour in Kyoto Toshitake S

Shizuoka off the beaten path full day tour form Kyoto with a guide/photographer

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Would you like to have an awesome time with friendly, knowledgeable local guide in Japan? It also comes with cool photos. . . If so, your guide must be Toshi!!!! Who is he? Hello, there!My name is Toshi, I grew up in Japan. I am a professional guide/photographer. I take photos for magazines, national TV, air line and fun! In 2013, I was assigned to take pictures in New Zealand for 2 months fully sponsored by Air line company. In 2014 and 15, I worked as a professional guide in New Zealand. Winter of 2016, I worked as a photographer/guide for Niseko Photography and Guiding. Since then, I have been showing around Japan to my clients from all over the world! Aa a guide, I guided more than 1000 people for the last 3 years from all over the world. I love traveling and meeting people, am super friendly, easy going and open minded! I can show you from Japanese traditional temples, gardens, etc. . to hidden alley, Japanese art scene, hipster cafe, sake bar, Izakaya where locals hang out! You name it! My tour is your tour, you tell me what you want to experience and I will make you happy in my backyard! If you want, I can take pictures of you with my DSLR camera during the tour and will send them to you after the tour. Trust me, these photos are great!!!haha I believe pictures with people are always better than just landscape ones. The professional photography service is included to the tour price already! Drivers license First Aid certificate TOEIC 900 N/A

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Overview of your Kyoto tour

This tour gives you the opportunity to see the true countryside of Japan. The town, Morimachi in Shizuoka prefecture is called "little Kyoto of Ensyu Morimachi". There are so many beautiful shrines and temples, surrounded by nature in this small town. Back in the day, Japanese famous writer visited this town and amazed by the beauty of the town. He thought the town was like Kyoto, without any tourists. Shizuoka is located between Tokyo and Kyoto. This is great for people who would like to see the true countryside of Japan. You can stop Shiziuoka on the way to Kyoto or Tokyo and get the real sense of Japanese countryside life. #遠州の小京都森町 #Shizuoka #Morimachi

Your Kyoto tour itinerary

1, Kakegawa train station pick up 2, Okuni shrine 3, Daido inn temple 4, Koshoji temple 5, Lunch at 150 years old traditional Japanese restaurant (Ryotei) 6, Walk around Mori town 7, Local train ride 8, Back to Kakegawa train station where you can catch the bullet train to Tokyo or Kyoto.

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Transport details
Type: Public Transportation / Category: Train

Local train ride is recommended for the experience. After taking the train, we use a private car. Car expense is included to the tour fee.

What's included
Other: Professional photography fee
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Religious Sites
City Highlights
Day Trip
Tour reference number
1044478
Languages
Japanese
English
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Frequently asked questions

Who is this private tour in Kyoto best suited for?

This private tour is perfect for travellers who want to explore the true countryside of Japan and experience the charm of Shizuoka, known as the "little Kyoto of Enshu Morimachi." It's ideal for those interested in beautiful shrines, temples, and nature, as well as anyone looking to connect with a local guide for deeper insights into Japanese culture.

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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 7 hours
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Private tour for 1-4 people
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