Joined 2025
Available Areas
Kyoto (Living), Shiga
Languages
English, Japanese (Native)
Response Time
3 hours on average
Availability Updated
Today
Hello, and thank you for visiting my page among so many wonderful guides!
My name is Michiko. I was born and raised in Kyoto, and I still live here.
In my twenties, I lived for a short time in the UK, and recently I spent a year in Thailand.
I love traveling to different countries, and I enjoy talking with people from all over the world.
When we are in a country that is not our own, I believe it is important to show respect.
I always try to respect your culture, and I hope to share the spirit of Japanese hospitality with you too.
Kyoto is a beautiful and special place.
It has a long history, many unique small shops, and charming hidden paths.
In summer, it gets very hot, so I can guide you by car for comfort.
But if you like walking, I’m happy to do that too.
I can also take you to some delicious local food spots!
Besides guiding, I work in the theater and performance art.
I love telling stories and sharing emotions.
I’m looking forward to showing you not only the famous places,
but also the heart of Kyoto—its quiet beauty, kind people, and unforgettable stories.
…Besides guiding, I work in the theater and performance art.
I love telling stories and sharing emotions.
Right now, I’m working on a new artistic project:
I create theater-style performances inside shop windows.
My dream is to show my work outside Japan someday.
I’m still learning and growing as an artist,
so if you’re interested, I’d love to talk with you about Japanese performing arts, like Kabuki!
I really look forward to the day I can guide you around Kyoto.
Let’s discover beautiful moments together!
with BIG LOVE!
-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.
-I can help you rent a bicycle.
-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!
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
N L.
“Highly Recommend Michiko – Wonderful Guide in Kyoto!”
We found Michiko online purely by chance, and it ended up being one of the best decisions of our Kyoto trip! She was incredibly kind, patient, and thoughtful — customizing the day around exactly what we wanted to do, and taking care of every little detail along the way. She drove us around comfortably, shared so much about the history and cultural significance of each spot, and went above and beyond to make the experience meaningful and memorable. It truly felt like spending the day with a local friend who genuinely cared about our experience. If you’re visiting Kyoto and want a warm, English-speaking guide who’ll make your day extra special — we can't recommend Michiko enough!
Michiko N.
Thank you so much for your wonderful words! It truly means the world to me — your kindness, your smiles, and the time we shared in Kyoto will stay in my heart. I'm so happy the tour became a special memory for you. And please give my warm regards to your lovely family. Wishing you many more beautiful journeys — and please come visit Kyoto again someday!