Joined 2017
Available Areas
Kyoto, Nara (Living), Osaka
Languages
English
Response Time
7 hours on average
Availability Updated
2 days ago
Hi, I'm Michiko.
I'm a national certified English tour guide.Since I was born and raised in Nara, I'm familiar with the sightseeing spots and attractions of Nara, and neighboring city, Kyoto.
Nara and Kyoto, old capitals of Japan, retain time honoured structures and art works. What is more, beautiful gardens and picturesque landscapes are always waiting for you!
I'm also a traveler who especially love to explore local foods and crafts, which have been passed down from generation to generation.
I'll try to guide you with best hospitality. When you have a chance to visit Nara,Kyoto and Osaka, please contact me anytime and join my tour!
I will be looking forward to seeing you.See you soon!
The price of the tour includes the guide fee and the guide's transportation fee between home and the travel city.
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Andrew B.
“Discovering Kyoto’s Quiet Corners with a Wonderful Guide”
My wife and I enjoyed a truly wonderful guided tour with Michiko-san in mid-October. Because Kyoto is so popular with visitors, we had asked Michiko-san if she might show us a few places “off the beaten path.” She crafted a thoughtful itinerary that included Gion Shinbashi, Nijō-jō Castle, and several lovely sites in the Arashiyama area. Apart from the Bamboo Grove in Arashiyama (which we especially wanted to experience, even knowing it would be crowded), every place she brought us felt calm and unhurried. I particularly appreciated this, as I had injured my knee shortly before our trip and needed a gentler pace throughout the six-hour tour. Michiko-san also arranged a delightful sushi lunch at a small restaurant in Arashiyama — a meal that remains near the very top of our list from our seventeen-day journey across Japan. Her kindness, attentiveness, and insights into each location enriched our understanding and deepened our appreciation of Kyoto. It was truly a five-star experience, and we are sincerely grateful to have had Michiko-san as our guide to this remarkable city.
Michiko T.
Dear Andrew, thank you for your thoughtful and heartwarming review and the lovely photo you shared. It was my great pleasure to see how deeply you both cherish Japanese culture, history, and nature. I was also deeply impressed by how you savored each place and moment, enjoying your journey with such joy. I hope you'll come back to Japan again with Lisa sometime in the future!
Salomon E.
“Visited Nata”
Michiko as a very kind, soft spoken and very knowledgeable tour guide. I would highly recommend engaging her services as a tour guide.
Michiko T.
Thank you for choosing me as your guide and for writing such a wonderful review! I was impressed by your enthusiasm in exploring the cultural sites and natural beauty, including the bowing deer. I hope you will remember Nara fondly. All the best!
Linda C.
“Outstanding VIP Tour Arrangement by Michiko-san””
We urgently needed to arrange a VIP guest tour, and Michiko-san was able to accommodate even the most difficult requests. Although the payment was not completed until the day before the tour, Michiko-san kindly understood our hotel’s circumstances. Our VIP were extremely satisfied with Michiko-san’s service, and we would very much like to request her support again in the future.
Michiko T.
Dear Linda, thank you for the wonderful review! It was my great honor to be chosen as a guide for your guests. It has become an unforgettable experience to see Kyoto with such friendly and considerate guests on the very hot 2 days. I hope these 2 days will also leave them beautiful impression. I look forward to working together again!