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Kyoto Private Tour - A guest on a sound walk recording the sounds of a temple

A guest on a sound walk recording the sounds of a temple

Kyoto Private Tour - Recording the insects in a forest in Keihoku

Recording the insects in a forest in Keihoku

Kyoto Private Tour - Recording the sounds of the river in a forest in Keihoku

Recording the sounds of the river in a forest in Keihoku

Kyoto Private Tour - A guest recording the sounds in Shisendo Temple

A guest recording the sounds in Shisendo Temple

Kyoto Private Tour - A guest on a sound walk records the sound of bamboo swaying in the wind.

A guest on a sound walk records the sound of bamboo swaying in the wind.

Kyoto Private Tour - A guest recording the sounds in Shisendo Temple

A guest recording the sounds in Shisendo Temple

Kyoto Private Tour - A guest on a sound walk recording the sounds of the birds

A guest on a sound walk recording the sounds of the birds

Kyoto Private Tour - A couple of guests walking through the grounds of Shisendo Temple, recording sounds

A couple of guests walking through the grounds of Shisendo Temple, recording sounds

Kyoto Private Tour - Me walking through Enkou-ji with some guests

Me walking through Enkou-ji with some guests

Tour Guide - Simon F.

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Kyoto (Living)

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English (Native), Japanese

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About Tour Guide Simon F.

Hello! My name is Simon. I’m a sound artist who recently moved from London to Kyoto. For many years I have been guiding sound walks and recording the unique sounds of places all over the world. Here in Kyoto, I offer tours where we slow down, walk together, and discover the city through its sounds — from temple bells and riversides to quiet backstreets. It’s a different way to experience Kyoto, not only by seeing but also by listening. I look forward to sharing this special way of exploring the city with you.

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These sound walks will be in English only, however, I won't be talking too much because we'll be recording sounds most of the time!

The maximum people per tour is 2 because I currently have 2 full sets of recording equipment, but if you'd like to have more people on the tour please message and I'm sure we can work something out!

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Hear the Hidden Sounds of Kyoto

Hear the Hidden Sounds of Kyoto

Join me on a unique walking tour to hear Kyoto, not just see it. With microphones—that I'll provide—we will explore temples, riversides, and small local streets while paying attention to and recording the soundscape of the city. From the ringing of bells to the chatter of markets, Kyoto comes alive when you listen closely.

Hear the Hidden Sounds of Kyoto

FROM$143/ per group

FROM$143/ per group

Hear the Hidden Sounds of Kyoto

Hear the Hidden Sounds of Kyoto

Join me on a unique walking tour to hear Kyoto, not just see it. With microphones—that I'll provide—we will explore temples, riversides, and small local streets while paying attention to and recording the soundscape of the city. From the ringing of bells to the chatter of markets, Kyoto comes alive when you listen closely.

Hear the Hidden Sounds of Kyoto

FROM$143/ per group

FROM$143/ per group

Tour Guide - Simon F.

Simon F.

Date

People

Available Areas

Kyoto (Living)

Languages

English (Native), Japanese

Availability Updated

1 day ago

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