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Yuka M.

Joined 2025

Yuka M.

5.00 / 5

(14 reviews)

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Available Areas

Kyoto (Living), Shiga

Languages

English, Japanese (Native)

Response Time

7 hours on average

Availability Updated

4 days ago

About Tour Guide Yuka M.

Hello! I'm Yuka.

I was born and raised in Kyoto through and through. I know Kyoto inside and out.

I am a Kyoto City Certified Interpreter Guide. I want visitors to truly experience and understand the city where I was born and raised.

With many years in customer service, I take pride in my communication skills and hospitality.

Having studied in U.S.,I enjoy cultural exchanges and connecting with people from different backgrounds.

I also love sharing Japanese cuisine-how to make it and the culture behind it-so I can guide you through Kyoto's groumet scene in depth.

Come and enojoy Kyoto through the eyes of a local!

Important

My schedule varies often but I'm flexible.

Please send me a message when dates on calendar don't work for you, I might be able to adjust.

Tours

All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!

Explore Kyoto with a Local ! A Tailor-Made Day

A certified local guide from Kyoto will design a private tour just for you! Every itinerary is fully customizedーfrom destinations to timingーto suit your group's interests and pace. From Kyoto's iconic landmarks such as Kiyomizu Temple, Fushimi Inari Shrine, or Nijo Castle to hidden gems. Tell me what you'd love to see or experience in Kyoto, and I'll create a personalized plan with my local recommendations. No idea yet? No problemーI'm happy to craft a special itinerary for you from scratch.

Explore Kyoto with a Local ! A Tailor-Made Day

FROM$350/ per group

Kyoto

4 hours

Discover Kyoto! Customized Half-Day Tour with Your Local Guide

This private half-day tour is fully customized to your interestsーwhether you'd like to visit iconic landmarks, explore charming local neighborhoods, or discover hidden gems known only to residents. Send me a message, and I'll create a personalized itinerary based on your preferences, ensuring a seamless and meaningful experience in a limited time. Perfect for travelers who want an intimate curated introduction to Kyoto's culture, history, and everyday beauty.

Discover Kyoto! Customized Half-Day Tour with Your Local Guide

FROM$254/ per group

Kyoto

7 hours

Explore Kyoto with a Local ! A Tailor-Made Day

A certified local guide from Kyoto will design a private tour just for you! Every itinerary is fully customizedーfrom destinations to timingーto suit your group's interests and pace. From Kyoto's iconic landmarks such as Kiyomizu Temple, Fushimi Inari Shrine, or Nijo Castle to hidden gems. Tell me what you'd love to see or experience in Kyoto, and I'll create a personalized plan with my local recommendations. No idea yet? No problemーI'm happy to craft a special itinerary for you from scratch.

Explore Kyoto with a Local ! A Tailor-Made Day

FROM$350/ per group

Kyoto

4 hours

Discover Kyoto! Customized Half-Day Tour with Your Local Guide

This private half-day tour is fully customized to your interestsーwhether you'd like to visit iconic landmarks, explore charming local neighborhoods, or discover hidden gems known only to residents. Send me a message, and I'll create a personalized itinerary based on your preferences, ensuring a seamless and meaningful experience in a limited time. Perfect for travelers who want an intimate curated introduction to Kyoto's culture, history, and everyday beauty.

Discover Kyoto! Customized Half-Day Tour with Your Local Guide

FROM$254/ per group

Reviews

Winnie R.

5 / 5

Aug 1, 2026

Explore Kyoto with a Local ! A Tailor-Made Day

Aug 1, 2026

Kyoto

8 hours

“A lovely day with Yuka!”

Very happy with the professional and informative service of Yuka. She was extremely knowledgeable about Kyoto and very flexible with our itinerary. She went above and beyond, answering my questions and providing recommendations for restaurants. She was absolutely lovely.

Yuka M.

Thank you so much for having me as your guide. I also had a lovely day with you and your family despite the intense heat! I wish I could show you more of my city but I'm glad that you got to see the floats and the festival. Thank you very much for taking time to write this review. I'm honored to receive such a generous comment. I really appreciate it.

Daphne B.

5 / 5

Jun 27, 2026

Explore Kyoto with a Local ! A Tailor-Made Day

Jun 27, 2026

Kyoto

8 hours

“Magical day in Kyoto!”

I had the most wonderful day exploring Kyoto with Yuka. She tailor made an experience that would suit me including taking me to some places less known to tourists that were just magical. The Zen Buddhist Temple and Garden was a highlight for me. I loved every minute of our day together and this is a day I will not ever forget. Thank you!

Yuka M.

Thank you so much for having me as your guide. I am also really enjoyed the day with you. It’s going to be one of the best memories for me . Yes! It was great to be away from crowds. I’m glad to hear that you loved the tour. Thank you very much for the lunch and the time we spent together.

Suzanne M.

5 / 5

Jun 20, 2026

Explore Kyoto with a Local ! A Tailor-Made Day

Jun 20, 2026

Kyoto

8 hours

“Family tour in Kyoto”

Yuka was our guide for a day in Kyoto. Our family really enjoyed the tour and Yuka was very nice and shared a great deal of information about the areas we visited. I highly recommend this tour and Yuka as a tour guide.

Yuka M.

Thank you so much for having me as your guide. I'm really glad to hear that you and your family enjoyed the day in Kyoto. I also had a great time with your family! All of you are so kind and friendly to me. Thank you very much for taking time to write this review. I really appreciate it.