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Joined 2025
Michiko N.
Available Areas
Kyoto (Living), Shiga
Languages
English, Japanese (Native)
Response Time
5 hours on average
Availability Updated
4 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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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
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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
Reviews
Rebeca H.
“Michiko is the best! ”
As I reviewed previously, Michiko is my favorite guide ever. Please don’t hesitate booking a tour with her. She is kind, funny and smart. My husband and I loved our time with her. My only regret is not taking a picture together, but I’m sure I will remember her always and hopefully go back to Kyoto and meet again. We love you Michico!
Rebeca H.
“My favorite guide EVER”
Michiko is the most empathetic, nice and sweet guide I’ve ever had in my life. I have traveled to many places and always had great experiences with guides, but Michiko has been my favorite. She is kind, funny and very smart. My husband and I are very greatful for our time with Michiko. Having our tour in her cute car, allowed us to see many places and make the best with our time.
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Kerry W.
“Wonderful day”
Michiko .. Many thank you for such a wonderful and very informative tour . You are such a delightful person. The tour of the shrines and temples came to life with the information you provided . If we did not have you as a tour guide ,we would have missed so much . Thank you for showing us the magical places . Even the sparrows ! The ramen lunch was wonderful ,made even special as it is where the locals go. Thank you for finding a tea shop . You made our time in Kyoto wonderful and we can not thank you enough . Kerry and carl
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Michiko N.
Thank you very much for your kind and warm review. Kerry san , Carl san! When spring comes, I hope the “daisies knock” on your garden door. I hope we can meet again at that time. Thank you for sharing such a lovely day with me! Michiko
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