Kazuhiko G.

4.76 / 5
(172 reviews)
 

Available Areas

Fukui, Gifu, Hyogo, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Shiga (Living), Kobe, Himeji

 

Languages

English

 

Response Time

4 hours on average

 

Availability Updated

Today

 

About Tour Guide Kazuhiko G.

Hello, I’m Kazuhiko. Please call me “Kazu”. I'm a national-licensed tour guide. I have a wife and 4 children.

I was born in Osaka city near Kyoto, although I have lived in many places across Japan. I used to work for multinational electric company and I traveled to many countries (U.S., Thailand, Hong Kong etc.) on business.

I have enjoyed guiding many foreign tourists in Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Hiroshima, Tokyo, Mt. Fuji etc. for many years.

During your tour, you can discover a rich Japanese history spanning about 2,000 years, learn about and experience profound Japanese arts (tea ceremony, flower arrangement etc.), feel the spiritual atmosphere of Buddhist temples or Shinto shrines, see a breathtakingly beautiful scenery of Mt. Fuji, bamboo forest, Japanese gardens etc..

Moreover, you can taste Japanese cuisine that each season has to offer (Sushi, Tempura, Soba or ramen noodle etc.).

You can get close to nature and feed wild deer or monkeys or even a build snowman in winter.

I’m sure that I can provide a splendid tour of Japan that will be a lasting memory for you to treasure.

Experience the mysteries of Japan with 5 senses !!

Your memorable tour awaits you.

Please feel free to contact me!!

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Tours

Your most memorable tour in Kyoto

Kyoto
8 hours

Kyoto is an ancient capital that has existed for over 1000 years. There are many shrines and temples, and you can also see traditional Japanese culture such as tea ceremony and flower arrangement. You can also see the beautiful scenery that will take your breath away. Please feel Kyoto, which can be said to be the origin of Japan, with all five senses.

FROM$224/ per group

Your most memorable tour in Osaka

Osaka
8 hours

The city of Osaka flourished around the eponymous Osaka Castle during the Edo era, and is now the third largest city in Japan. It is said to be the center of commerce and is a vibrant city with an atmosphere distinct from that of Tokyo or Kyoto. Please visit Osaka and get to know a different side of the country.

FROM$224/ per group

Your most memorable tour to Nara (Kyoto or Osaka departure)

Nara
7 hours

In Nara deer Park, you can feed many cute wild deers. After playing with deers, you will go to Toudaiji Temple. You can see huge buddaha statue. Next, you will go to kasuga shrine After lunch, you will viist Koufukuji Temple and you can see a five-storied pagoda. Morover, based on your request, I will take you to other spots.

FROM$196/ per group

Kyoto Express Half Day Tour

Kyoto
6 hours

This tour is an express customized half-day tour that will take you to several of the following attractions in Kyoto in a short period of time, tailored to your needs. Please choose 2 or 3 places of your choice. I will pick you up from and drop-off at your hotel or location of your choice. ・Fushimi Inari Shrine ・Arashiyama area (Bamboo forests, Monkey park etc.) ・ kinkaku-ji Temple (Golden Pavilion) ・Kiyomizu-dera Temple ・Nijyo-jyo Castle ・Nishiki market ・Others

FROM$168/ per group

Tour to the National Treasure Hikone Castle from Kyoto

Shiga
6 hours

Hikone City is only an hour away from Kyoto by train and faces the largest lake in Japan. Hikone Castle, a national treasure, and its castle town are located there. There are also some old temples and shrines nearby. You feel like you have slipped back into the Edo Period ( about 200~400 years ago). This is a half-day tour where you can learn about Japan's medieval period.

FROM$140/ per group

Reviews

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Mai Anh

5 / 5
Sep 14, 2024

Your most memorable tour in Osaka

Hello , we did have a great time with Kazu , really nice and friendly tour guide. It was lovely to know the Japan history and understand the culture. Pleased to send our compliments and give a great score to Kazu!!!

Kazuhiko G.

Hello, Thanks for the nice review. I apologize for making you walk a lot in the heat. Have you recovered from your fatigue? I had a great time too. I hope this tour will be a memorable tour for you in Japan. Thank you!!

Sian W.

5 / 5
Sep 1, 2024

Family 3 Day Tour with Kazuhiro

Kazuhiro was everything we hoped for. Professional, prepared, thoughtful, knowledgeable and accommodating. I would highly recommend him as your guide. I had no worries as he took good care of us. His handouts and binder of information was very informative. He took great care in sharing his knowledge with us. His English is very good and we had no communication challenges. Thanks for a wonderful 3 days!!

Kazuhiko G.

Thank you for the nice review. I apologize for making you walk a lot in the hot weather. I apologize for any inconvenience caused by train delays. I hope you will recover from your fatigue soon. I was also happy to have spent three enjoyable days with your family. I hope this tour will be a tour to remember. Thank you!!

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E L.

5 / 5
Aug 26, 2024

Best of Kyoto

Kazuhiko was a fabulous guide that managed to guide us to four sites in eight hours. Navigating public transit was a breeze with his leadership, and I felt like I was really a local. He is knowledgeable and very happy to take our photos. I would recommend him to anyone wanting a whirlwind tour of the most important sites in Kyoto.

Kazuhiko G.

Hello, Thank you for the nice review. I had a great time as well. Sorry for making you walk a lot in the very hot weather. I hope this tour will be one of the most memorable tours in Japan. Thank you !!

Adam K.

5 / 5
Aug 8, 2024

Most memorable tour in Kyoto

Dear Mr. Kazuhiko, I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks for the wonderful guided tour of Kyoto's historic landmarks. Your extensive knowledge and passion for the city's rich history truly enriched our experience. Your ability to convey the significance of each site, from the serene beauty of Kinkaku-ji to the profound spirituality of Fushimi Inari Shrine, left a lasting impression on us. Moreover, your anecdotes and insights provided invaluable context, making the tour both educational and engaging. I especially appreciated your patience and willingness to answer our questions, which further deepened our understanding of Kyoto's cultural heritage. Your professionalism and warmth made the tour not only informative but also enjoyable. Thank you once again for a memorable experience. I will certainly recommend your services to anyone visiting Kyoto in the future. Warm regards, Beata & Adam

Kazuhiko G.

Dear Beata & Adam, Thank you for the nice review. I am sorry for making you walk a lot in the hot weather. Have you recovered from the fatigue? I had a great time too. Thank you very much!! I hope this tour will be a memorable one in Japan, and I hope you will come back to Japan again. Best regards, Kazuhiko Goto