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Joined 2025
Michiko N.
Available Areas
Kyoto (Living), Shiga
Languages
English, Japanese (Native)
Response Time
6 hours on average
Availability Updated
2 days ago
About Tour Guide Michiko N.
Hello, and thank you for visiting my page!
I’m Michiko, a local guide born and raised in Kyoto.
I love meeting people from around the world and sharing the spirit of Japanese hospitality.and I love fun things!
I went to the UK to watch musicals, and recently I spent a year living in Thailand — experiences that deepened my love for art, culture, and people.
Besides guiding, I also work in theater and performance art, creating unique shows in shop windows!
Let’s explore Kyoto together and find its heart — the beauty, people, and stories that make it special! with BIGLOVE!
Important
-Last-minute bookings (1 day before) are sometimes possible — feel free to ask!
-If you want me to make reservations for shops or restaurants, please contact me at least 1 week in advance.
-A walking tour is also possible, but to be honest, I wouldn’t recommend it. Kyoto is an extremely popular tourist destination, and buses and public transportation are often very crowded. For the places I would like to show you, I believe traveling by car would be much more comfortable.
-Please note: I love wine! But if I drink during the tour… I might forget where we’re going. So I’ll stay sober—but if you like, I can show you some great wine spots in Kyoto!
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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Kyoto Spiritual Tour! – Half Day by Private Car
Visit 3 special places in Kyoto and feel the spiritual energy. You can relax in a quiet car. This tour is only on weekdays, It’s good to enjoy Kyoto slowly and peacefully. Each place has beautiful nature. The air is very clear and fresh. Your mind can feel calm and clean again. This is for people who want to take care of work, family, and themselves. The car can take 3 adults. If you come with kids, just tell us before!
Kyoto Spiritual Tour! – Half Day by Private Car
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Whispers of Kyoto
I will guide you to a quiet place with a beautiful garden. In autumn it can be a little crowded, but during other seasons it is relatively peaceful. For this tour, I would especially like to focus on lunch. Please let me know your preferences and budget. If you can make your reservation early, it will be easier to secure a table. Of course, even with a last-minute booking, I will do my best to find a good restaurant. Let’s enjoy the quiet atmosphere with both our hearts and bodies!
Whispers of Kyoto
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KYOTO A Sunday Breakfast Tour in Kyoto's Countryside at Ohara
Join us for a simple and peaceful morning in the countryside of Kyoto. We will leave early by car and visit Ohara Morning Market, a local farmers’ market held only on Sundays.And Let's visit beautiful moss Garden.(Sanzen in temple) This is not a busy sightseeing tour. It’s a small trip to feel local life, fresh air, and the slow morning of Kyoto.
KYOTO A Sunday Breakfast Tour in Kyoto's Countryside at Ohara
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First Kyoto! Visit 3 Must-See Spots and a Traditional Sweets Shop
Welcome to my hometown, Kyoto! In this tour, we will visit three famous spots that you should not miss when you come to Kyoto. We will travel by my small but comfortable private car. Along the way, we will stop at a traditional Japanese sweets shop, where you can either enjoy sweets on the spot or buy some as souvenirs. Please enjoy your first Kyoto experience with me!
First Kyoto! Visit 3 Must-See Spots and a Traditional Sweets Shop
Reviews
Dave T.
“An Unforgettable Kyoto Experience With Michiko — Truly Exceptional”
Michiko more than met the brief we gave her — she absolutely exceeded it. We shared an outline of the kinds of experiences we were into, and she curated the perfect day in Kyoto. What stood out most was how she balanced well-known highlights with hidden gems that most tourists would never find on their own. Even the popular spots felt calm and meaningful because of the way she timed and guided our visit. Beyond her incredible knowledge of Kyoto’s history, culture, and temples, Michiko helped us understand how to move through Japanese society with respect. I had unintentionally offended someone the day before, and her gentle advice made me feel more confident and comfortable for the rest of the trip. That alone was invaluable. She also organised a meal at a wonderfully authentic local restaurant — the kind of place you simply wouldn’t discover without a true insider. It became one of the most memorable dining experiences of our entire holiday, something we’ll never forget and could never replicate on our own. In short: our day with Michiko was pure magic. We learned so much, laughed a lot, and felt deeply connected to Kyoto in a way that wouldn’t have been possible without her. If you’re visiting Kyoto and want a guide who is kind, insightful, organised, and genuinely passionate about sharing her culture, Michiko is the one. We couldn’t recommend her more highly.
Shannon L.
“The BEST Guide! Highly Recommend!”
Michiko was amazing! Very easy to communicate with and she put so a lot of effort in before the tour into make sure all six people had the perfect day. They loved her fun and positive personality and said Kyoto was a highlight because of Michiko. I will be using Michiko again as soon as I can- you can tell she really cares about her guiding and the guest experience.
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Michiko N.
Thank you for trusting me. Because you responded so smoothly, it was really fun to create the tour with you. I’m very happy that our guests enjoyed it.I love traveling, and that is why I love being a guide.When I guide travelers, I feel like I am traveling together with them! Let’s make another tour together someday. And when you come to Kyoto, let’s talk about many things. I will be waiting for you! Michiko
Leigh N.
“Michimo is wonderful!”
We had a wonderful day with Michimo, not only touring the shrines/temples but learning about her family, Japanese culture, Shinto religion, traditions, food, etc. She was patient with our questions and super fun to spend the day with. We would highly recommend her to anyone visiting Kyoto! (She’s also a very safe driver and more fluent in English than most people we encountered during our trip.) Thank you, Michimo!
Michiko N.
Thank you so much for the lovely review! I had a wonderful time traveling with both of you. Because you asked many questions, I was able to share many stories. I will never forget your bright, sparkling eyes. When you come back to Kyoto, I would be very happy to guide you again! Michimo
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