Katsuko
| Language(s) | : | English |
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| Expertise | : | Cultural properties, Traditional industries, Traditional Culture, Food Culture |
| Qualification | : | National Guide, Itinerary management supervisor |
| Fee | : |
36,000 JPY / day (8hours) |
| Recommend Course | : |
Mt. Hiei, known as the mother mountain of Japanese Buddhism Enryaku-ji temple → Sakamoto temple town → Lake Biwa cruise |
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I was born and grew up in Osaka, later lived in Tokyo, the UK and Singapore, then Kyoto, and now I live in Otsu, Shiga. I have more than 15 years of experience working in a multinational corporation and now I am working as a national licensed guide interpreter, as well as a City of Kyoto visitors host guide. One of my hobbies is travelling abroad and so far I have visited more than fifty countries.
Kansai area including Kyoto, Osaka, Nara and Shiga is the cultural center of Japan and has great historical importance. I can offer you unique experiences in this beautiful area, which can include visits to traditional Japanese gardens, ancient temples and shrines, authentic Japanese cultural experiences. I can guide you around all Kansai area including Osaka, Nara, Shiga (such as Lake Biwa, Hikone, Omihachiman, Shigaraki pottery village etc.), Mt. Koya (Koyasan), Mt. Hiei (Hieizan), Mt. Yoshino, old samurai trails such as Nakasendo/Tokaido and so on. Considering the recent issue of overtourism, one of the destination I'd highly recommended is Shiga, which is a neighboring prefecture of Kyoto and easily accessible from Kyoto/Osaka.
Additionally, I can also work as an interpreter, when you require interpretation while experiencing traditional crafts and traditional culture at such workshops.
I will endeavor to make sure that you will have an enjoyable and memorable trip. I look forward to guiding you here in Japan.
Certified as
- National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter (EN00750)
- City of Kyoto Visitors Host - Licensed Guide certified by City of Kyoto (EN00054)
- Nara Prefectural Licensed Guide Interpreter (EN00036)
- Mt. Koya and Kumano Trail Licensed Guide Interptreter (EN00195)
- Nakasendo Kisoji Guide certificate
- International Sake Sommelier (International Kikisake-shi)
- Kyoto Expert Certification 2nd grade, Kyoto International Omotenashi Concierge
*You can take a look of my tours and reviews from guests on the page below.
https://www.toursbylocals.com/Kyoto-Osaka-Nara-PrivateTour