Kyoto

Hi, I’m Kyoto

Hi, I’m Kyoto, your local host here in Nara. I’ve lived here for many years and truly love this peaceful city, especially Umamikyuryou Kouen Park with its beautiful riverside scenery that changes with every season. You can often find me reading a good book at a riverside café or taking a quiet walk through the park. I know the local community well, from the mayor of Kawaichou to many families in my neighborhood, and I enjoy sharing their stories and traditions. I’m passionate about showing guests both Nara’s famous sights and its hidden treasures, including charming cafés and traditional Shinto shrine festivals. I look forward to welcoming you and sharing the warmth and beauty of Nara with you.

I’ve lived in Nara for 3 years

I speak English

I am a staff member of the office of the diet member

My Interests are:

Street food Local cuisine Food markets Cinema Art galleries & museums Gardens

Here’s how I can help make your experience unique.

Languages I speak

  • English

My Favorite Experiences To Host

Essential Nara: Famous Sights & Local Stories Iconic Sights & Hidden Gems
Nara

Essential Nara: Famous Sights & Local Stories

5 (47)
6 hours
From   $169.75   per person
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Start with Nara’s famous temples and deer park, then slip into peaceful streets and local life with your host.

Nara Your Way: A Personalized 4-Hour Exploration Flexible Half-Day Discovery
Nara

Nara Your Way: A Personalized 4-Hour Exploration

5 (99)
4 hours
From   $120.25   per person
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A four-hour private walk through Nara, carefully planned yet flexible, blending cultural icons and local corners at your pace.

Your Perfect First Day in Nara: Temples, Deer & Local Flow City Essentials: First Day
Nara

Your Perfect First Day in Nara: Temples, Deer & Local Flow

5 (72)
2 hours
From   $70.75   per person
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Begin your journey in Nara with a host who adapts to your pace and interests, balancing visits to temples, encounters with deer, and local life.

Pre-Trip Planning Session
Nara

Nara Trip Planning Video Call

5 (70)
30-90 minutes
From   $25   per person
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Video chat or email with a local to plan your perfect trip or get answers to all your questions

Nara Flavors: Izakayas, Small Plates & Local Drinks Local Food & Drink Tastings
Nara

Nara Flavors: Izakayas, Small Plates & Local Drinks

5 (62)
3 hours
From   $142.5   per person
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A relaxed walk through Nara’s izakayas and casual bars, with tastings and drinks chosen by your host to match your appetite and interests.

Meet Other Hosts in Nara

Our hosts bring destinations to life, sharing local stories and crafting your perfect experience.

Eri

Nara
Nara local and seasoned guide sharing the city’s rich history, serene gardens, cozy cafés, sweet shops, hidden gems, and the best spots for traditional crafts and Japanese tea.
5.0 (1)
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Kazuma

Nara
Nature lover and history enthusiast with insider knowledge of Nara’s scenic trails and hidden gems.
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Adam

Nara
Deer enthusiast, temple explorer, and tea lover with an insider’s knowledge of Nara’s cherry blossoms, hidden gems, and local charm.
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Shige

Nara
Culture enthusiast and temple wanderer with an insider's knowledge of Nara’s history, parks, and hidden gems.
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Mash

Nara
Temple explorer and neighborhood insider with a knack for uncovering Nara’s Todaiji treasures and hidden local spots.
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Hi, I’m Eri

Nara
5.0 (1)

I love how Nara combines rich history with serene nature and how humans and deer live side by side. I enjoy relaxing at Nigatsudo Hall in Todai-ji, exploring cafés, trying sweets, and visiting traditional wagashi shops. I also know Osaka and Kyoto neighborhoods well. I love finding hidden gems and sharing everything that makes Nara special, from beautiful gardens and cozy cafés to the best places for souvenirs, knives, crafts, and Japanese tea.

Here’s how I can help make your experience unique.

Languages I speak

  • English
  • Japanese
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Hi, I’m Kazuma

Nara

I’m passionate about Nara’s rich history and stunning natural beauty, and there’s nothing I enjoy more than walking through its streets and learning about its past. I also love hiking in the mountains and exploring the peaceful nature spots around the city. I know Nara’s neighborhoods and hidden gems really well, from historic sites to scenic trails. Join me for an adventure and I’ll show you the Nara I love, full of history, nature, and fun discoveries.

Here’s how I can help make your experience unique.

Languages I speak

  • English
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Hi, I’m Adam

Nara

I enjoy walking through peaceful streets, feeding the friendly wild deer, and capturing photos of the stunning temples and shrines that embody the Japanese spirit. Nara is perfect for those who love calm walks, nature, and especially cherry blossoms in spring. I know the neighborhoods, hidden gems, and local spots inside out. As a Shika expert for deer, a tea lover, a temple guide, and a nature enthusiast, I love helping visitors experience the beauty, history, and serene atmosphere of Nara like a true local.

Here’s how I can help make your experience unique.

Languages I speak

  • English
  • Arabic
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Hi, I’m Shige

Nara

I love my city because it’s full of history and nature, and I especially enjoy visiting Todaiji Temple and meeting the friendly deer in Nara Park. I spend my mornings exploring old temples and taking quiet photos, and I love relaxing at small cafés in Nara-machi, with its charming streets, old houses, and little shops. I know the neighborhoods around Nara Park very well and I’m happy to share my knowledge of Nara’s history, culture, and local food with visitors. I enjoy helping guests discover the best of Nara in a fun and relaxed way.

Here’s how I can help make your experience unique.

Languages I speak

  • English
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Hi, I’m Mash

Nara

I love sharing the hidden gems of Nara and Osaka with visitors. I know Nara inside out from Todaiji and Kasuga-taisha to Koufukuji, Horyuji, and Yakushiji. I enjoy visiting temples to pray and exploring quiet corners of the city. I also know Osaka like the back of my hand, especially Namba, Shinsekai, and Nishinari, where I can take you to karaoke bars that usually only locals can enter. I love showing neighborhoods off the beaten path and sharing stories that make the city come alive. Fun, friendly, and curious, I make every tour both entertaining and memorable.

Here’s how I can help make your experience unique.

Languages I speak

  • English