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Joined 2025
Michiko N.
Available Areas
Kyoto (Living), Shiga
Languages
English, Japanese (Native)
Response Time
4 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 who was born and raised in Kyoto.
I love meeting people from around the world, sharing the spirit of Japanese hospitality, and creating fun experiences together!
I once went to the UK to watch and learn musicals, and more recently, I spent a year living in Thailand. These experiences deepened my love for art, culture, and people.
Besides guiding, I also work in theater and performance art, creating unique performances in shop windows. One of the reasons I started working as a guide was to help fund my artistic projects.
Let’s explore Kyoto together and discover its heart — the beauty, the people, and the stories that make it special.
With BIG LOVE!
Michiko
Important
- Last-minute bookings may sometimes be possible, even one day before the tour. Please feel free to ask.
- I can help with restaurant or shop reservations when possible. This is a free support service, so the help I can provide may be limited. Some places may require you to complete the booking or payment yourself. Please contact me at least one week in advance if you need reservation support.
- Tours may include walking, public transportation, licensed taxis, or, depending on the itinerary, my private car. Transportation details will be confirmed before the tour.
- The main purpose of my tours is cultural guiding and local interpretation. Any use of a private car is only to support the tour experience and is not a transportation service.
- Transportation costs, such as buses, trains, taxis, parking fees, are not included unless otherwise stated.
* For your safety, I strongly recommend that you have travel insurance before joining the tour.
* I will do my best to provide a safe tour, but unexpected accidents or problems may happen during travel. Please take care of your health and personal belongings.
* I love wine!! but I do not drink alcohol while I am working. If you enjoy wine, I would be happy to introduce you to some nice wine spots in Kyoto!
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Categories
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Kyoto Spiritual Tour!
Visit 3 special places in Kyoto and feel the spiritual energy. 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.
Kyoto Spiritual Tour!
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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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Let's go Arashiyama!
We will travel from your hotel to Arashiyama by public transportation. Once we arrive, we will walk around the area and visit some unique temples. We will move at a slow and comfortable pace. We will also take plenty of breaks, so please relax and enjoy the tour!
Let's go Arashiyama!
Reviews
A. O.
“Amazing Tokyo Tour with Michiko!”
We had an absolutely wonderful tour of Kyoto with Michiko! She was knowledgeable, friendly, and incredibly passionate about sharing the history, culture, and beauty of Kyoto with us. Her explanations brought each temple, shrine, and historic site to life, making our visit much more meaningful than if we had explored on our own. Michiko was also patient, organized, and attentive to our interests, ensuring that everyone had an enjoyable experience. She provided helpful local insights, answered all of our questions, and made the day both educational and fun. Thanks to Michiko, our time in Kyoto became one of the highlights of our trip to Japan. We highly recommend her to anyone looking for an authentic, informative, and memorable Kyoto experience. Thank you, Michiko, for an amazing day and for helping us create such wonderful memories!
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Michiko N.
Wow!!! thank you so much for such a warm and wonderful review-!!!. It was such a fun trip, and I learned a lot from you too!! It was truly the best ''girls' trip''!. We absolutely must meet again!! Michiko
Jihshin H.
“Excellent ”
Michiko is very pleasant , accommodating and efficient planner and guide.
Michiko N.
Thank you so much for your kind review!! I'm glad you enjoyed it. I hope your family trip will be filled with even more happiness! Michiko
Ian P.
“Great Overview of Kyoto”
Michiko give us a very nice tour of the major sights in Kyoto. She also gave us many suggestions for the rest of the days that we were spending there. She is a very helpful and nice person with a variety of insight since she is a native of the city.
Michiko N.
Thank you for your kind review!! You seem like a true Kyoto professional! I would love to visit the restaurant you recommended someday. with Big Love! Michiko
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