Rick
| Language(s) | : | English |
|---|---|---|
| Expertise | : | Cultural properties, Traditional industries |
| Qualification | : | National Guide |
| Fee | : |
40,000 JPY / day (8hours) 25,000 JPY / half a day (4hours) |
| Home Page | : | https://youtube.com/channel/UCF-mum96A4qdT5TcDV8u84A |
I was born and grew up in Kyoto.
I would like to be a bridge for you to reach the inside of Japanese culture through my Kyoto guiding which is based on my wide experiences living in Kyoto and nice contact with foreign visitors. I have already guided 1210 people of FIT travelers to Kyoto and have totally 110 times of five stars ratings through registered English tour guide websites.(As of Sep. 2024)
1. For the first time visitors
I will prepare the course with selected spots out of Nijo-castle, Imperial Palace, Nishiki-market, Gion traditional quarter, Arashiyama area and some spots of World Cultural Heritage Sites, etc. based on your request and taste.
2. Maiko experience (Maiko is apprentice Geisha)
I can arrange a dinner enjoying Maiko performance with the special price through my connection with the agent for the customers who book my tour .
3. I would be happy to guide the visitors who want to see other spots than temple & shrines or visitors of History & Relics lovers. I will recommend some unbeaten paths for those.
Please click the above link of my Youtube channel for your reference.
Please make any inquiry for your preferred type of Kyoto guiding without hesitation. I would be happy to propose you with the type of tour that makes your visit in Kyoto a rewarding one. Guide fee can be paid by Paypal.
Guide's Calendar
Performance
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I guided a couple from Australia. Upon the request for visitig ateliers of traditional industries in Kyoto, I took them to the Kiyomizu pottery studio and Nishijin weaving studio. The couple were so interested in the technologies and continuity of the tradition. I was glad to help them communicating with the artisans as a bridge of cultures.
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Introduction for Maiko performance
I have arranged a chance for my guests from USA to join the "Maiko dinner" where they can enjoy the Maiko's traditional dancing and party playing. Originally the guests were very much interested in the system and performance of Japanese traditional Maiko and Geiko (Geisha). For this reason, they were very much delighted to have had the chance with the dinner to learn and enjoy it deeply.
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I guided a French couple. They seemed to be so impressed by Nijo castle, Ryoanji temple and Golden pavilion from the artistic and aesthetic point of view. I was so glad that I assisted them to feel that way in the tour. Also we had a nice time talking further more on Kyoto & Japan in a nice cafe after the tour.
