Great tour with a great tour guide! Ben taught us a lot about the culture and religion of Japan. He also showed us some typical food and drinks, what to try and where to go. Above all, he took us to some unforgettable places we'd never be able to find on our own!
We think this tour is a must when visiting Kyoto, giving us a chance to calm out and enjoy Japan's culture and landscapes.
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Vanderijdt
June 26, 2026
Local host with lots of information and best spots for photos
Ben was a perfect host and as he is from the area he knows all the right spots, also for making the best pictures. He makes it very interesting, and tells a lot about what you see and the (real) stories behind it.
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bizegirl19
June 21, 2026
Ben was the BEST for this experience...foot massage was outstanding way to end.
Our guide BEN, was stellar, one of the most knowledgeable and thoughtful guides in our world travel. He also was very in tune with us. There were only 3 of us on the tour, all family. It was sweltering hot so we moved at a very reasonable pace. Ben had ready descriptive information and pictures prepared but also answered all questions, some quite obscure! He was engaging and his banter kept us entertained. I wish all guides were as exceptional as Ben. The foot bath and massage was amazing and a perfect end to the walk. All the technicians were professional and highly proficient. Our feet and hearts thank them and Ben.We really got the most out of our experience.
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W7633HIcamillal
June 14, 2026
Exploring the true essence of Arashiyama and its bamboo forest
Ben was an excellent guide! He provided a wealth of explanations and insights about the places we visited, as well as Japanese culture in general. I especially appreciated being in a small group: it made it easier to enjoy the quietness and true essence of each location, even when they were occasionally crowded
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TuanaTerkim
June 14, 2026
Great walking tour in Arashiyama
It was the most chill tour I have ever attended . It is apparent that Ben knows about and loves Arashiyama deeply. He also kindly shaped the tour according to our needs like coffee or wc breaks. If you are coming here I highly highly recommend this tour. Thank you so much Ben !
Ps: He takes lovely photos 💜
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irismW3594EJ
May 27, 2026
Great tour!
Ben was a great guide. He gave lots of interesting information and helped find great spots for photos despite the crowds. Really enjoyed our tour with him!
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L747YBabbyh
May 4, 2026
Good experience
I had a wonderful time exploring Arashiyama with my guide, Benjamin. I originally thought this place was just about the bamboo grove, but there’s actually so much more history and beautiful scenery to discover.
Highly recommended! He’s also a fantastic photographer.
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anas0nu
May 3, 2026
Loved it! Had a great time
We loved the tour! Benjamin is a great guide and told us many interesting things and took great pictures of us. After the tour, he sent us a list of restaurant recommendations. Great experience :)
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Pioneer47402195431
May 1, 2026
Amazing Tour with Benjamin – Highly Recommended!
We did a tour yesterday with Benjamin through GuruWalk, and it was amazing. He took us to all the places we wanted to see—the main tourist spots as well as some hidden gems that we absolutely loved exploring. His knowledge was incredible, and he surprised us with so many interesting details that we would have never discovered on our own. We 1000% recommend him!
事業者からの返答
Thank you so much for your kind review!
I’m really happy to hear that you had such a good experience and felt the tour was friendly and enjoyable. Your recommendation to friends means a lot to us.
We hope to welcome you and your friends again in Kyoto someday!
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Excursion63203024326
April 17, 2026
Amazing!
Ben was an amazing guide! I did the bamboo first tour and yes the forest is busy but Ben did a great job finding us quiet areas. The nature in this part of Kyoto is breathtaking. He was so knowledgeable about the area and its history. He also had so many great recommendations everywhere in Japan. I’d highly recommend booking this!
事業者からの返答
Thank you so much for the lovely review. I really appreciate it. It also means a lot to hear that you enjoyed the stories, history, and recommendations.
Thank you again for walking with me, and I hope the rest of your journey in Japan is full of beautiful moments.