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Reviews

• Truly off the beaten path experience of Japan

  Jasmine N,

  Nov 6, 2022

  - Viator

  5.00

  Michiko very kindly met us at our hotel, guided us around the highlights of Naramachi, before helping us to pick up a picnic lunch that we would later enjoy on the Yamanobe Trail. After hearing about my son's love of Japanese history, she added on a trip to a nearby kofun and adjoining museum. This really was one of our highlights of Japan - I can't imagine a more 'off the beaten track' experience (indeed, the entire day we saw perhaps one other foreigner), and seeing so many other Japanese people out enjoying the trail, we felt very much immersed in a traditional Japanese experience. Michiko has a great knowledge of Nara's local history (and neighbourhood - she pointed out a lot of local details, such as the home of a local geisha, and a well known local artist!). The trail is absolutely beautiful and the perfect way to get away from the hustle and bustle of Nara Park or other areas like Kyoto and Osaka, and really connect with more 'old fashioned' or traditional Japan. And Michiko herself is just lovely: it was an absolute pleasure and privilege to get to know her, and we sincerely hope we're able to meet her again in future.

• Relaxed

  Derick H,

  Oct 28, 2022

  - Viator

  5.00

  It was a long stroll through the countryside. Not tiring as it was mostly flat. Pace was easy. Guide was knowledgeable and we got along well. The local People we met were also very helpful.