About Tour Guide Nikki K.

“Great (but short) Visit to Osaka”

My wife and I had a 12 hour layover in Osaka and she had never been to Japan, so we wanted a tour guide to show us some highlights. Nikki was wonderful. She met us at the airport, took us to the castle. There was a snag on the railroad, and having a native to help us navigate that was a big asset. She showed us around town and arranged a traditional tea ceremony. It gave us a great feeling for the area and whetted our appetite for a longer and more thorough visit to the Osaka/Kobe area and Japan in general. I highly recommend Nikki, and would hire her again when we return.

“The best of Kyoto customized perfectly for you!”

What can I say? Nikki was one of the kindest people I’ve ever met (and has a great sense of humor)! She is extremely knowledgeable about the history of Tokyo, and helps you navigate the city with ease in order to get the most out of your day. We saw everything we wanted and more: Nijo Castle, Kinkaku-ji Temple, Nishiki Market, Kura Sushi conveyor belt restaurant!, Fushimi- inari Shrine and lots of cute shops and street food along the way! I would recommend Nikki to anyone as a tour guide-she felt like a part of our family for the day. Arigato Nikki-San!!

Nikki K.

(12 reviews)

Thank you so much Jessica for your wonderful review! It truly meant a lot to me. I also had a great time guiding your family, and I especially enjoyed our conversations in the car with your children—they were so curious and genuinely interested in learning about Japanese culture, which made the day even more enjoyable for m!! We covered some of Kyoto’s most recommended highlights in one day, and knowing that the experience became a meaningful and happy memory for you all makes me incredibly grateful. It was so nice to see all of you enjoyed each spot very much and ended the day with special kimono and samurai experiences! I wish you a fantastic remainder of your stay in Japan, filled with many more beautiful memories. Thank you again—it was a pleasure meeting you!!

“Recommendation 100 % .Mm,Nikki very proffesiona guide ,kind helpful person .”

I would like to remercy Giud Mm Nikki for excellent time I spend in Kuoto ,she is very kind ,helpful,and proffesional guid 100% im recommend .I have good explanation of history ,tradition ,culture. Very much enjoying time and tour spend together , She took beautiful picture of me and all my places i want .She did picture like a proffesional photograph. ,she has good patience and understanding of people need in new places . Very much enjoy time with my giud and time in Kyoto .I strongly recommend. in future I book for sure same giud for Osake .I'm feelt in live with Japan and people .Big Thanks Sincerely Elena Kovalevskaya Canada Ottawa

Nikki K.

(12 reviews)

Thank you so much Helena for leaving such a wonderful review. I know you spent many years planning your trip to Japan and finally came here on your first journey. Being able to guide you on such a special visit truly meant a lot to me. I did my very best to create a tour that you would enjoy, and seeing how deeply moved you were at Fushimi Inari Shrine made me incredibly happy. At Nijo Castle, you asked so many thoughtful questions about history, and I could feel how much you were enjoying every moment of Kyoto. Guiding you was a real pleasure, and seeing you experience Japan with such curiosity and enthusiasm was inspiring.I’m already looking forward to welcoming you back again. Next time, I would love to show you Osaka and many more wonderful places throughout Japan!