Hiroko led our group on a well organized trip through several impressive sites. She was kind and easy going. I highly recommend her.
Private tour in Kyoto Hiroko K
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Hi, I'm Hiroko. Thank you very much for choosing my tour. I've been working as a licensed guide since 2008. I guide mainly for private or small groups (6 travelers) for Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Koyasan, Himeji, Hiroshima(including Miyajima), Naoshima and Teshima islands, Adachi Museum of Art. You can see not only the famous sightseeing spots but not often shown in the guide book. I'm personally interested in the art, modern art and architecture. If you have the same preferences, please let me know. Let's explore the local towns with me! If you have a preference, feel free to ask me before finalizing the tour. -IMPORTANT- I don't take cruise ship passengers based on my business policy. Please find another guide. Thank you for understanding. Guide License No.EN00760 since 2008 *Guide-interpreters without special qualification must not drive a car or a bus for tourists. *The Travel Agency Act prohibits including travel costs (meals, transportation and admission fees) in guide-interpreting fees. *Insurance is not included.
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This tour covers the North-western part of Kyoto city where Arashiyama and Golden Pavilion are located. Also you can enjoy a various transportation in a day. This tour plan starts at your hotel in Kyoto city. I can meet you at your hotel lobby (except for Airbnb and Guesthouse). Please prepare JPY in cash and remove your shoes at entrance in Japanese buildings. -IMPORTANT- This tour doesn't start a hotel in Osaka city, Machiya inn and AirBNB in Kyoto city, train stations and cruise ship terminals. Please find another guide. Thank you for understanding.
Hiroko led our group on a well organized trip through several impressive sites. She was kind and easy going. I highly recommend her.
This was the best experience that we ever had with a tour guide. Hiroko-San was very knowledgeable, flexible as well as extremely gracious. She knows everything about the sites as well as very competently answered our questions.. She went above and beyond our expectations. If you need a guide in Japan, she is the one without a doubt..
We spent 3 days with Hiroko, 2 in Kyoto and 1 from Osaka to Hiroshima. Hiroko is very knowledgeable and personable and her tours are well organized so that we got to see a maximum of sites, even though, as older travellers, we were not always the fastest! Hiroko answered all our questions and was particularly considerate to ensure that we could rest when needed. A very enjoyable 3 days.
Hiroko is an excellent guide with a detailed knowledge of Japan's history and culture. I would recommend her to any visitor to Japan.
Hiroko provided an exceptional experience as our tour guide in Kyoto. Her profound knowledge of historical facts enriched our journey, leading us to hidden gems off the typical tourist path. Her kindness and captivating storytelling made the tour truly memorable. Additionally, Hiroko's excellent English and photography skills added an extra layer of enjoyment to the overall experience. Highly recommended!
Hiroko did a wonderful job being flexible as our plans changed. She found vegetarian restaurants for us. She knew her way around, and could tell us a bit about each place we visited. And we enjoyed her company, too!
Meet at your hotel in Kyoto city (NO Airbnb and guesthouse ). The order of the places we visit below may change depending on your hotel location. 1. Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion, UNESCO), 2. Ryoanji Temple (Rock Garden, UNESCO), 3. bamboo forest, 4. Tenryuji Temple (UNESCO), or Okochi Mountain Villa including lunch stop. Take a bus or subway to your hotel. Tour finishes after 4:00 PM.
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subway, bus, tram and walking.
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