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Making use of technology and human power, we, SunnySight Japan, aim to be a special link between the world and Japan.
Through travelling, we strive to create an opportunity for anyone from overseas and in Japan to recognize and highlight the “actual faces of Japan”

Not only introducing the ordinary fixed touring content,
we also believe an unique local experience can be a meaningful spice to make traveling experience more enjoyable.

We wish to provide new learnings and pleasure
in “the ordinary experience”

Service

SunnySight Japan aims to create meaningful connections between people and culture through the art of travel.
We go beyond trends and typical sightseeing to offer authentic, locally rooted experiences that capture the spirit of Japan.
From unique cultural activities and personalized guided tours to regional collaboration projects, we design moments where travelers and local communities truly connect emotionally and culturally.
Driven by this philosophy, we continue to expand our initiatives across diverse fields, bringing travelers closer to the heart of Japan.

Private Guided Tours in Kyoto

Explore Kyoto Like a Local
Discover the hidden side of Kyoto with our team of 20 young local guides.
Our certified guides complete three months training program led by a Kyoto city certified tour-guide, enabling them to provide consistently high quality service.
They’ll take you beyond the usual tourist spots, offering experiences that reveal the city’s authentic charm and character.
Each itinerary is tailor-made based on your interests.
Choose from 3-hour, 6-hour, or 8-hour tours depending on your schedule. Our pricing is per group, making it ideal for couples, families, or friends traveling together.
Tours are available in English, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, and French, and your guide will be matched according to your preferred language.
We also have guides who can accommodate last-minute bookings.

Unique Cultural Experiences of Kyoto

At SunnySight Japan, we go beyond surface level cultural experiences to create moments where guests can truly feel the essence of Japanese culture.
Even traditions or customs that may seem complex or unfamiliar at first are transformed, through hands on experiences, into moments that are easy to understand, relatable, and personally meaningful for international guests. Rooted in Kyoto’s rich history, nature, and local way of life,
we design one-of-a-kind experiences that can only be found here.
For example:

  • Zen Meditation by the Riverside — A tranquil morning to center your mind, surrounded by the sound of flowing water.
  • One-Day Immersion in a Hidden Cultural Heritage Site — Experience the Japanese spirit of harmony through Zen, tea ceremony, and traditional rice cooking.

Through these experiences, we aim not just to share culture, but to create memories that stay in your heart for a lifetime.

More experiences here

Other: We actively promote Kyoto’s culture and tourism through social media platforms, develop exclusive tour programs for local accommodation partners, train tour guides, and provide travel arrangements such as accommodation and transportation coordination.

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Tour inquiries, bookings & other requests

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Guide Matching Platform Service

Find more than just a guide. Find the right person to explore with.
SUNPOP connects you with local guides in Kyoto for experiences.
Not just a guide booking, SUNPOP helps you meet someone you’ll genuinely enjoy exploring with.
Browse guide profiles that show personality, background, and specialties, and choose the person who fits your pace and interests.

Start from just 1 hour - perfect for casual, spontaneous plans.
When you’re ready to go deeper, SUNPOP also offers 3-hour or longer private tours led by guides who have completed a training program.

Pricing is per group, so it’s easy for couples, friends, or families to join.
Many guides can accommodate last-minute bookings, and tours are available in English, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, and French.

With SUNPOP, every encounter becomes part of the journey—more personal, more natural, and far more unforgettable.

SUNPOP is where your Kyoto trip becomes yours.

Message

Creating the society where any people can accept self and others without the boundaries through traveling experience.

By realizing the guests’ exclusive and valuable trip, we are doing our best to satisfy every guest’s travel experience which enables to find a worth in new encounters and learnings.
We will also continue our efforts so that our encounters with foreign guests can be a great opportunity for our local by giving them strength to make the most of their lives.
In addition to provide memorable experience to every single guest visiting Japan, we will continue to create valuable opportunities to deliver a spark for anyone related to SunnySight Japan for their bright future.

Profile

Born and raised in Aichi.
After studying in the US, where I visited at the age of 15,
I started to have a dream to work as a bridge between Japan and overseas.
Thanks to the childhood trip, Kyoto started to attract me with its traditional Japanese culture, which resulted in me studying at Doshisha University.
At my second experience studying in US during collage years, I enjoyed the tour visiting my friends all over the world. “The common scenery” that I have seen there made me realize such privilege to be a foreigner.
Now, I hope to provide such services that many foreign guests can enjoy similar experience in Japan, just like I did in overseas.
After graduating, I could build reliable relations through my sales activities with many companies, mainly restaurants and lodges located at the center of Kyoto.
Taking the opportunity of quarantine, I decided to run very own company named “SunnySight Japan '' for the creation of the society where many people feel worthwhile by pursuing my role as a Japanese.

Company Information

Company Name
SunnySight Japan Inc.
Representative
Saeno Furukawa, Representative Director
Capital
JPY 1,000,000
Business Description
Travel Services
Phone Number
+81-75-600-0198
Email Address
s_furukawa@sunnysight-japan.com
Head Office Address
294 Tamatsushima-cho, Matsubara-dori Karasuma Nishi-iru, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Registration Number
Regional Travel Agency No. 964
Chief Travel Services Manager
Saeno Furukawa

Company History

August 2023
SunnySight Japan Inc. established
July 2024
Registered as a Regional Travel Agency by the Kyoto Prefectural Government

Official Notice

Authorized Business Area
Kyoto Prefecture and neighboring cities
Registration Number
Regional Travel Agency No. 964
(Registered by the Kyoto Prefectural Governor)
Date of Registration
July 16, 2024
Registration Validity Period
From July 16, 2024 to July 15, 2029
Company Name
SunnySight Japan Inc.
Business Address
294 Tamatsushima-cho, Matsubara-dori Karasuma Nishi-iru, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Name of Main Office
Head Office
Business Hours
10:00-23:00
Travel Services Manager
Saeno Furukawa
Manager Availability
10:00-23:00
Terms and Conditions
In accordance with standard travel agency terms and conditions
Fee Schedule
Travel Agency Service Fee Schedule

Recruit

We are looking for local partners who would like to help us create memorable journeys for international travelers.
At SunnySight Japan, we are not limited to typical tourist attractions.
We are seeking travel ideas and experiences that only you can offer.
All you need is your own unique perspective.
Why not explore and share the true face of Japan together with travelers from around the world?
For more details, please contact us through the inquiry form. Contact