We had a wonderful day with Koichi! There were 4 in our group. He picked us up from the Osaka cruise port and we rode the bullet train to Kyoto. We saw as many highlights as we could in our day in Kyoto. He explained the history and traditions associated with the castle, shrines, and temples we visited and answered all our questions about Japan. He had many visual aids as he explained the sights which was very helpful. In addition, we learned how to write our names in Japanese and ate a delicious ramen lunch! We navigated Kyoto very efficiently via trains and taxi to get the most out of the day. At the end of the day, we asked him to share a saki toast with us before he delivered us back to the train for our return trip. We would highly recommend Koichi! We had an amazing day!
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Private tour in Osaka Koichi W
Full-day Kyoto WESTERN Highlights from Osaka (Osaka Cruise Ship Port)
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Hi ! I'm Koichi. I was born in Osaka, I studied in Kyoto when I was a university student. Now I live in Shiga which is famous for the biggest lake in Japan. I am a national government licensed tour guide. I do this job as a freelance tour guide. I have been guiding about 160 groups over the past twelve months. I'm also a member of Kyoto City Bus & Subway Information Center. I usually guide my customers mainly in Kansai region including Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Kobe and Shiga by public transportation systems. But If you need a private car please feel free to contact me. Well, I am curious about Japanese history, especially the history of Japan's ancient times since I was raised next to the world biggest mausoleum of the ancient Emperor called "Nintoku" in Sakai-city Osaka which has just become the one of world cultural heritage sites. I dug out some ancient earthen ware when I was a primary school student. I felt I was like the adventure archaeologist "Indiana Jones" (It's our secret!!). That was my hobby. Now, one of my hobbies is outdoor activity such as mountaineering, kayaking, skiing and so on. So I can also take you to some good places where you can enjoy Japanese unique nature. I love to guide foreign visitors from all over the world. I think it is my calling, heavenly given job! Let's go and enjoy together. I hope to see you soon. National Government Licensed Guide Government Licensed General Travel Supervisor Certificate of Kyoto Sightseeing & Culture Examination Certificate of Home Care Worker Guide Helper Certification for the Visually Impaired Education Bachelor of Laws from Ritsumeikan University in Kyoto
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This tour is designed for cruise ship travelers and explores Kyoto from Osaka. Kyoto flourished as Japan's capital from the late 8th century through the late 19th century. Consequently, it preserves numerous historical structures and cultural elements, such as Japanese traditional cuisine and kimono. Furthermore, Shinto, Japan's indigenous religion, and Buddhism have profoundly influenced the Japanese spirit. On this tour, I invite you to gain a deeper understanding of Japan. Join me as we explore Kyoto's famous sites, occasionally taking detours to fully enjoy hidden gems tucked away in back alleys.
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Best tour ever. Our guide Koichi was just the nicest guy. Took us everywhere we had planned. Efficient and organized. Had interesting materials to share with us at all our stops. He never missed a beat. Along the way he would pop into a shop and buy us a local treat: cookies, ice cream, drinks. At the end of the tour he gave us a gift to take home that had a message written on the back from him and his wife. What a perfect momento to end a perfect day. Arigato Koichi. I hope we meet again.
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8:00-10:00 Pick you up at Osaka Tempozan Port (Osaka Metro:290JPY/P) -Shinkansen Shin-Osaka Station (Shinkansen Bullet Train Max Speed 300km/h:1450JPY/P) *Please purchase the guide's ticket along with yours. -Shinkansen Kyoto Station Overvation Deck on the Station Building (JR:240JPY/P or Subway:260JPY/P+ Hankyu Railway:240JPY/P) -Togetsukyo Bridge (Walking) -Tenryuji Zen Garden *UNESCO Heritage *Admission:500JPY/P (Walking) -Arashiyama Bamboo Forest (Randen Tram:250JPY/P+ Bus:230JPY/P or Taxi) *Have lunch on the way to Kinkakuji - Kinkakuji Golden Temple *Admission:500JPY/P (Bus:230JPY/P + Subway:260JPY/P or Taxi) -Kyoto Imperial palace *Admission :Free (or Nijo-jo Shogun’s Castle Admission:1300JPY) (Taxi or Subway:260JPY/P) 16:00-18:00 See you off at the platform of Shinkansen Bullet Train Station *I will show you how to get back to Osaka Port
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Type: Public Transportation / Category: Train
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Osaka, Osaka, Japan
I am waiting for you at the lobby of Osaka Tempozan port. Dear Guests from Cruise Ships *Please let me know your cruise ship's arrival and departure times in advance. *This tour can generally be provided on the day of arrival when the cruise ship docks overnight at Osaka Port.
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