Guia

Hostest with the mostest!

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  • I live in Kyoto
  • I speak English, 日本語
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 8 hours

Hi there! Nice to meet you

Guia

Oideyasu! Hello and Welcome!

Being a foreigner living here for 24 years, I still can't get enough of how beautiful Kyoto is.

As your host please let me share with you

things that I have learned and appreciate in this beautiful city.

Kyoto’s temples and shrines, gardens, history, culture, people, and their ways, food, and most of all reasonable places to eat and shop.

Hoping that you will enjoy and have a memorable time that will make you want to visit Kyoto again and again.

Can't wait to meet you!

Okini!

Guia

  • I live in Kyoto
  • I speak English, 日本語
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 8 hours

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Let's explore Kyoto together! As your local guide, I'll show you the best of Kyoto on a private & personalized tour for you.

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Reviews

Bill
16 July 2025
Guia started our Kyoto food tour in a small teppanayaki-style restaurant, the kind with a hot griddle in the middle of each table. Among the items she ordered for the four of us to try was yakisoba, a delicious noodle dish that I couldn’t stop eating. Luckily Guia knew exactly how to make it and wrote the recipe for it in my phone. From there we went on to the Nishiki Market where we sampled a lot of food from an unending number of stalls. One of the next best stops was to briefly sit at a counter to be served the famous Wagyu beef. Yum. Guia never rushed us through the market and was so patient as we quizzed her about all the packages of food that were new to us and written in Japanese. Having grown up in the Philippines , she is a native English speaker, always a welcome help.Fantastic food tour of Kyoto
Julie
5 July 2025
My 16 yr old son and I took a tour of Arishiyama Bamboo Forest, a villa, and the town area with Guia. My son was dead set against a tour at first, and afterward he raved about what a wonderful time it was and how he is “now sold on tours”! Guia was knowledgable and a great guide who knew how to pivot when some places were closed due to our need for a late start. We highly recommend a tour with her!Wonderful Afternoon with Guia
Steven
1 July 2025
Guia was a lovely lady who had a wealth of knowledge and a happy friendly personality. She expertly guided us around Kyoto and a smooth and effective pace, taking into consideration the heat that particular day. I would highly recommend her and will miss her smiley face.Fun and informative
Dr Bruce
9 June 2025
She was very informative and she knew a lot of hidden secrets about Kyoto. Also went to really cool Japanese sword shop. Had food a great restaurant and walked a lot and enjoyed every minute.8 hour City tour
Leslie
6 June 2025
We enjoyed walking and talking with Guia and learned so much. We appreciated her generous candor, discussing topics of the day. Time with Guia is time well spent. Grateful
Craig
29 May 2025
We had a great tour. Guia gave us the highlights filled with a ton of cultural info. We got a real sense of history and place! She was super friendly and even gave us many restaurant recommendations which we loved!Friendly, Helpful, knowledgeable!
Natasja
27 May 2025
We had a fantastic time exploring Kyoto with our Guia! She was incredibly knowledgeable and took the time to explain everything clearly, bringing the history and culture of the city to life. She made sure we saw everything on our list and even added a few extra spots that made the experience even more special. Her easygoing and funny personality made the day even more enjoyable. We highly recommend her to anyone planning a trip to Kyoto—she’s a wonderful guide and a pleasure to spend time with!Great experience
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21 May 2025
We had an amazing experience with Guia in Kyoto! From the very first contact, she was incredibly friendly and made sure our tour was perfectly tailored for us. She was punctual, welcoming, and open to all our questions, answering everything in detail. The food tour was absolutely fantastic, with fresh and delicious snacks at every stop. Guia’s passion and knowledge made the experience even more special. We highly recommend her 100%—it was a truly enjoyable and memorable day!Perfect time in Kyoto
Ross
20 May 2025
Guia is an outstanding tour guide, the epitome of customer satisfaction and going out of her way for us—pleasant, joyful, and a true professional. She is fun to talk to. Her excellent english communication skills and deep knowledge of Kyoto made every moment of the tour informative and enjoyable. What truly set her apart is her dedication to her customers; she goes above and beyond to ensure her clients have the best possible experience. I asked her, a few weeks before we left for Japan, if she knows of a Ryokan with western style beds, near our tour area that was full service including meals; she, on her own, inspected several and emailed her favorite to us, with the estimated price and the website link. I made the reservation and the stay the the Ryokan she selected for us (no charge by her) was one of the vacation highlights for us - is was perfect. With Guia, you’re not just taking a tour—you’re gaining a memorable, enriching journey led by someone who genuinely cares.Over delivered on every promise
Suzanne
19 May 2025
Guia was knowledgeable and personable, sharing history, and her own experiences to round out a delightful tour.excellent tour guide

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