Thanks for your review! On our two half day tours, we saw the best that the city had to offer and avoided the hordes of tourists that now plague Kyoto. Finding a balance between popular spots and hidden gems is important, and I'm glad that you enjoyed the itineraries that I've perfected over years of touring with more than a thousand guests. Hope you can visit again soon!

Thanks for your review! You're absolutely right about the "horrendous crowds" in Arashiiyama nowadays, but I aim to take guests to other spots nearby so that we can enjoy some peace and quiet in lesser-known areas. The Arashiyama Backroads Tour is one of my best itineraries, and I'm pleased that you enjoyed it. Thanks!

Thanks for your review! I always try hard to give guests the true insider info and deep cultural background about the places we visit, and I'm happy to hear that you appreciated that. I've put years of research into this, and I love when guests ask tough questions! Glad you enjoyed our time together, and I hope you can come visit Kyoto again in the future.

Thanks for your review! Our half day with a private vehicle was just right for your family, and that noodle shop at the end is one of my personal favs. As you saw, I always go out of my way to make sure your entire time in Kyoto is perfect, even when you're not with me. Thanks!

Thanks for your review! It was a pleasure touring with you guys. Really glad you enjoyed our time together, as well as that unique traditional sweets shop. Hope you had fun during the rest of your time in Japan!

Thanks for your review! Had a blast with you and your friend during our half day together. You guys had some great questions both about the cultural sites we saw and some fun topics like shopping and food. I try hard to have all the answers when guests ask unique questions... even about "cute trinket shopping" and escape rooms in Tokyo in your case! Glad you guys were serious about trying some street food as well :) Come back and visit again soon!

Thanks for your review! Working with someone to plan a tour for their parents or family is always a lot of pressure, but it always pays off nicely. Your in-laws were constantly surprised during our two days together, and I could tell they enjoyed the places that we visited. The Hindu connections that they discovered were fascinating for them, and everywhere we went brought up new questions and topics that we had fun discussing. I greatly appreciate the trust that you placed in me to take care of your family members during their big vacation, and I gave it 110% to make sure they were satisfied. Please let me know next time you're in Kyoto and I'd be happy to show you around. Thanks!

Thanks for your review! So glad your cousin was able to put you in touch with me so that we could enjoy a half day tour together on Kyoto's east side. It was so much fun trying the street food with you guys, and I loved how enthusiastic you were about all the things we saw. Here's how I know you're a serious traveler: even if you didn't like the matcha tea, you saw it as a positive experience to try something new! Hope the rest of your time in Japan was amazing, and please come back and visit again soon!