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4.68 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews

Osaka Dotonbori River Cruise with Walking Tour

Enjoy a Dotonbori River Cruise, discover Osaka local street food in Japan’s culinary capital, and learn about the city’s history along with the basics of Shintoism and Buddhism as you explore.

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 1254 reviews

Kyoto Masterclass: 10 Must-Sees & Hidden Gems

Join a local guide for a full-day visiting some of the city's most popular landmarks. Roam the Arashiyama bamboo forest, stop for sushi, and walk the thousand torii gates at Fushimi Inari shrine.

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews

A Walk Through Culture: Kyoto to Nara deer park

13-people group tour. Walk through Japan's cultural heart. Pass under Fushimi Inari's red gates, admire Kiyomizu Temple's views, and stroll historic Nara Park—all in one seamless day from Kyoto.

5 out of 5 average rating, 151 reviews

Early Bird Arashiyama Bamboo Forest Bike Tour

Ride Kyoto’s quiet lanes, bamboo forest, and local spots for a fresh take on Arashiyama.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews

The Kyoto Grand Loop: Full-Day Bike Tour

Ride Kyoto’s Grand Loop: a 44km cycling adventure linking the Bamboo Forest, Fushimi Inari, Gion, Kiyomizu-dera and the Golden Pavilion. Explore backstreets with a guide; light lunch included.

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews

Quiet Gion Night Walk with a History Teacher

Quietly explore Gion at night with a former history teacher. Discover shrines, hidden alleys, geisha culture, Zen, and the atmosphere of old Kyoto in a relaxed small-group walk.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 45 reviews

Kyoto Gion & Geisha night walk with local students

Discover Gion's lantern-lit alleys with passionate, energetic local students. Enjoy an intimate tour (max 6) exploring Geisha history, hidden temples with youthful enthusiasm and photography!

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 177 reviews

Private Personalized Experience in Kyoto

A customized tour for your group based on your pace & preferences : food/history/culture.

5 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews

Yuko's personalized Kyoto experience

100% customized tour! Based on your preferences, I'll creat the best itinerary for you:-) Perfect for those who want to explore at your own pace. Family, couple, friends group, all welcome!

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviews

Osaka Castle tour and tower tickets

Discover the history of Osaka Castle on a guided walking tour. Learn about the castle’s military design, explore the tower, and see the largest stone in the castle.

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Kyoto & Nara Cultural Highlights Tour from Osaka

Explore the cultural highlights of Kyoto and Nara in one day. Visit iconic temples and shrines, stroll through Uji’s matcha-filled streets, and meet Nara’s famous deer along the way.

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Let's go sightseeing in Kyoto in a JDM GT-R

A guide born and raised in Kyoto who speaks three languages will take you in a Nissan R33 SKYLINE GTR to Kyoto's famous sightseeing spots, as well as unique sightseeing spots, temples, and shrines not found in guidebooks or on social media. You can get out of the car to visit each attraction and take photos. Enjoy the history of Kyoto and the special GTR, which is exclusive to Japan.

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Dotonbori Couple Tour & Photoshoot with Frame Gift

Explore Dotonbori's neon and Hozenji's lantern-lit lanes with a local guide who photographs you both along the way. 35+ edited photos by the next morning, plus a framed print.

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A hidden spot in Kyoto : Takao area Walking Tour

Explore the natural beauty of Takao in Northern Kyoto on a guided walking tour. Visit Saimyo-ji and Jingo-ji Temples, enjoy valley views, and learn about a hiking course to Kiyotaki and Arashiyama.

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Kyoto: Guided Tour with Japanese Language Lesson

Explore Gion area including Kiyomizu temple, Maiko district and Yasaka shinto shrine, while learning Japanese on a guided tour. Learn Japanese for your trip and Enjoy communication with Locals!

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Explore Kyoto Ur Way– Private Signature Tour&Photo

Explore Kyoto PRIVATE with a local guide! Visit iconic sights and quiet local areas, discover temples, geisha culture and history at your own pace, and enjoy photo-shooting taken along the way.

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Nara Samurai: Yagyu Village & Split Rock

Step into samurai history on a private hike through Yagyu, home of Japan swordmasters. Walk peaceful bamboo trails to the famous Itto-seki split rock and visit old warrior estates, crowd-free.

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Kenko Shrine and Imamiya Shrine Walk: Taxi transfer at the start and traditional aburi mochi included

After meeting at Kitaōji Station, we will take a comfortable taxi ride to Kentaishin Shrine to enjoy the history of Oda Nobunaga and the view from the hill, then walk to Imamiya Shrine. After learning about the legend of the Tamanoikoshi and the proper way to worship, enjoy the local specialty of aburi mochi and tea at the long-established teahouse in front of the shrine. I'm still learning English, but I'll guide you with care, using simple language and a smile.

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[Deer / Samurai] Nara Guided Walking Tour & Photo

Explore Nara with a local guide! Meet the famous deer, visit Todai-ji and Kasuga Taisha, discover Nara’s history and samurai stories, and get natural photos taken along the way.

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Nara Highlights: Great Buddha & Shrines

Discover Nara historic icons on a guided walk. Visit the sacred forest of Kasuga Taisha, stand before the Great Buddha at Todai-ji, and enjoy sweeping views from Nigatsu-do on a downhill route.

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