RYUKI

Your Kyoto born guide RYÜKI

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  • I live in Kyoto
  • I speak English, 日本語
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 13 hours

Hi there! Nice to meet you

RYUKI

Hii there! I am Your Kyoto-born guide, RYÜKI.

(I’ve lived in Kyoto since I was born!!😊✨)

Welcome to Kyoto, a city where history, culture, and beauty come together – and there’s no better way to experience it than with a true local. Born and raised in this incredible city, I’ve spent my life soaking in its stories, secrets, and hidden gems. With over 3 years of experience as a tour guide and a major in history, I’m here to bring Kyoto’s fascinating past to life and share its most unforgettable spots with you.

What makes Kyoto so special?

From the iconic Fushimi Inari Shrine and the stunning Kiyomizu-dera Temple to the peaceful beauty of Arashiyama, Kyoto is a treasure trove of ancient landmarks. But I’ll also take you off the beaten path to uncover hidden temples, secret shrines, and local food that’ll make your taste buds dance. As a Kyoto native, I know this city like the back of my hand – from the best ramen spots to the perfect photography angles, and the stories behind every corner.

Oh, and did I mention I speak fluent English? That means you don’t have to worry about language barriers – I’ll make sure you’re fully immersed in the experience without missing a thing.

Let’s make your Kyoto adventure unforgettable!

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a repeat traveler, I’ll craft an experience tailored just for you. Get ready to explore famous landmarks, savor delicious local dishes, and uncover the stories that have shaped Kyoto’s rich history. Together, we’ll create memories you’ll never forget!

  • I live in Kyoto
  • I speak English, 日本語
  • Verified Local host
  • Response time less than 13 hours

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Reviews

Chris
12 September 2025
Everything was perfect. Ryuki asked what interested us most and he delivered. From the Shrine of 10,000 gates to the bamboo forest to the large 1,500 year old pagoda, we saw it all. The Japanese barbecue lunch was awesome too. Thank you Ryuki.Best Kyoto experience ever
Daniel
9 September 2025
beate
2 September 2025
Ryuki was an excellent guide in Kyoto – insightful, attentive to stories and to our needs, and generous with tips for the rest of our trip. He made the city come alive in a personal way, and we give him our warmest recommendation.Insightful and Memorable Tour with Ryuki
Stepan
16 August 2025
I had a great time exploring Kyoto with Ryuki, he knows and navigates the area expertly - giving insights on even the smallest of details. It was very interesting to particularly chat about the history of Kyoto and its shrines/temples, a true professional of his work! The only sad part is that I didn’t book a longer tour, otherwise it was AMAZING. Thank you very much Ryuki for the tour and I hope I will visit Kyoto soon enough to explore even more of it!Great and fun tour with Ryuki!
Christoph
10 August 2025
Enthusiastic, friendly and knowledgeable. Thank you, Ryuki and see you next time. Top notch
ginacambareri
8 August 2025
We had the best tour with Ryuki! He is a native of Kyoto and his family has been in Kyoto for 1000 years. He knows it’s history, it’s streets it’s food and most importantly the local customs. He can point things out that you would not otherwise be looking for. We had a great day with him so much so that we invited him to lunch with us at the end of our tour because he was so fun to hang out with! Could not recommend him more! Wonderful tour!
Paulina
30 July 2025
During a very hot day of 35 degrees, Ryuki gave us a great half day tour with great insights. You only see it when you see it. He made is more see what we were or were not looking at. Thank you!Hot and perfect
Amber
27 July 2025
We had a wonderful morning with Ryuki visiting temples and hidden gems. It was a wonderful intro to Kyoto and he even tailored our time to manage the heat of late July by visiting a delicious cherry blossom ice cream shop (our 9 year old loved it). I would absolutely recommend Ryuki to anyone visiting, he is born and raised in Kyoto making this a true "with locals" experience! Thank you Ryuki!Wonderful Tour with Ryuki
Sergiu
24 July 2025
Amazing experience! We had a fantastic time with Ryuki as our tour guide! He was incredibly kind, knowledgeable, attentive, and helpful throughout the entire tour. We learned so much, laughed a lot, and truly enjoyed every moment. Thank you, Ryuki, for making our trip so special – you’re the best! 🙏🌟Unfofetable, Amazing experience!
Dustin
23 July 2025
We went to Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Osaka and ended at Kyoto. Our last night we did a food tour with Ryuki, it was me, my wife and another couple. The girls wanted to cancel and do our “own thing” but we did the tour and we were all so glad we did. We did tours at other parts of Japan and this was by far the best! Ryuki knew all of the local spots to go, was fun, friendly, informative and we loved it. Next time we are in Kyoto we will meet with Ryuki for drinks!AMAZING GUIDE!!!

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