About Tour Guide Nikki K.

“Definetely go to Kyoto with Nikki!”

We are a family of 4, with 2 teenager daughters traveling from Turkey. We had Nikki for 3 full days and it has been the best 3 days of our Japan trip! Nikki is not only a great guide but an incredible mediator. If we didn't have her, we would spend the entire Kyoto trip arguing between the girls' wishes and ours. Nikki made sure that everyone got what they wanted and planned everything according to all of our wishes. She not only has great knowledge of the sites but she is also very flexible, detail oriented, punctual and generous. She made sure we had a taste of everything. She planned a tea ceremony with kimonos, a zazen experience in a quiet and prestigious temple, she showed us amazing picture spots and shopping gems. I don't know how she does it but she also has this amazing talent to take pictures in the most crowded places as if we are the only ones there. That's why I attached the picture of the bamboo forest- there were so many people there but we look like the only ones in it! If it was not for Nikki I would not have learned so much about the Japanese culture, the food and traditions. I am very grateful for her beautiful presence, her joy, and her incredible generosity... I recommend her to everyone who wants to make the most of Kyoto...

Nikki K.

(20 reviews)

Thank you so much Zeynep for your wonderful and kind words. I don't know what to say. it was just wonderful to welcome you and your family and it was truly a pleasure guiding you and your family. I was deeply touched by how thoughtfully you experienced each moment—your genuine interest in Japan’s culture, history, and customs made the time we shared even more special. I could feel the warmth of your entire family, and it made me want to do even more to make your experience memorable. I wonder how Japan looked through your daughters’ eyes—I hope it left them with beautiful and lasting impressions. I Wishing you all many wonderful memories from your time in Japan that will stay in your hearts for years and years to come!! Please take care and hope to see you again!!

“Kyoto with Nikki has been the best part of our Japan trip!”

We are a family of 4, with 2 teenager daughters traveling from Turkey. We had Nikki for 3 full days and it has been the best 3 days of our Japan trip! Nikki is not only a great guide but an incredible mediator. If we didn't have her, we would spend the entire Kyoto trip arguing between the girls' wishes and ours. Nikki made sure that everyone got what they wanted and planned everything according to all of our wishes. She not only has great knowledge of the sites but she is also very flexible, detail oriented, punctual and generous. She made sure we had a taste of everything. She planned a tea ceremony with kimonos, a zazen experience in a quiet and prestigious temple, she showed us amazing picture spots and shopping gems. I don't know how she does it but she also has this amazing talent to take pictures in the most crowded places as if we are the only ones there. That's why I attached the picture of the bamboo forest- there were so many people there but we look like the only ones in it! If it was not for Nikki I would not have learned so much about the Japanese culture, the food and traditions. I am very grateful for her beautiful presence, her joy, and her incredible generosity... I recommend her to everyone who wants to make the most of Kyoto...

Nikki K.

(20 reviews)

Thank you so much Zeynep for your kind and thoutful words and also for writing all three reviews! That is amazing and it truly means a lot and lot and very encouraging to me. Regarding photos, I love capturing my guests's happy memories like yours, especially with the beauty of Kyoto as the backdrop, so it also means a lot to me that you enjoyed the photos. Even I was a bit surprised when I looked at them - it's amazing how we managed to take them in a way that feels like no one else was around! I hope you will cherish these wonderful memories of Japan for years to come. Thank you so much!!

“Nikki made Kyoto amazing for us”

We are a family of 4, with 2 teenager daughters traveling from Turkey. We had Nikki for 3 full days and it has been the best 3 days of our Japan trip! Nikki is not only a great guide but an incredible mediator. If we didn't have her, we would spend the entire Kyoto trip arguing between the girls' wishes and ours. Nikki made sure that everyone got what they wanted and planned everything according to all of our wishes. She not only has great knowledge of the sites but she is also very flexible, detail oriented, punctual and generous. She made sure we had a taste of everything. She planned a tea ceremony with kimonos, a zazen experience in a quiet and prestigious temple, she showed us amazing picture spots and shopping gems. I don't know how she does it but she also has this amazing talent to take pictures in the most crowded places as if we are the only ones there. That's why I attached the picture of the bamboo forest- there were so many people there but we look like the only ones in it! If it was not for Nikki I would not have learned so much about the Japanese culture, the food and traditions. I am very grateful for her beautiful presence, her joy, and her incredible generosity... I recommend her to everyone who wants to make the most of Kyoto...

Nikki K.

(20 reviews)

Thank you so much Zeynep for your wonderful and kind words. While I am writing this, I still remember how much your girls enjoyed the time with deer in Nara. It was also fun to introduce all the different Japanese sweets and different food choice. Also it made me so happy to see how enthusiastically you and your family embraced everything I introduced - I couldn't help but feel excited to share even more things of Japan with you! Please send my very best regards to your lovely family!!