Hi, I’m Megumi
Hi, I’m Megumi
I’ve lived in Kanazawa for 39 years
I speak English, Japanese
I am Yoga Instructor
Hi there! I'm Megumi, your friendly local host here in Kanazawa. One of my favorite things about Kanazawa is discovering hidden gems in our food scene. From cozy eateries serving mouthwatering dishes to cozy cafes tucked away in charming alleys, I know just the spots to satisfy your taste buds without breaking the bank. When cherry blossom season arrives, you'll often find me strolling along rivers and through parks, soaking in the beauty of the blossoms. It's a magical time to be in Kanazawa. As a local guru, I take pride in knowing the ins and outs of Kanazawa's neighborhoods. Whether you're looking for off-the-beaten-path restaurants or scenic walking routes that showcase the city's uniqueness, I've got you covered. So, if you're ready to explore Kanazawa like a true local, let's embark on an adventure together! See you soon.
My knowledge & interests
Street food
Local cuisine
Fine dining
Unique & unusual foods
Theater
Cinema
Parks
Gardens
Economic history
Social history
Cityscape photography
Classical architecture
Wine
Third wave coffee
Local beers
Artisanal tea
High-end fashion boutiques
Department stores
Street markets
Traditional culture
Popular culture
Lifestyle culture
Gourmet food
Local speciality drinks
Japanese sake
Bookstores
Food photography
Nature photography
Classical music
Pop music
Jazz music
My reviews
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My wife and I hired Megumi for a half-day tour of Kanazawa. Her English is excellent, and we found her to be fun, smart, and easy to be with. She took the time to get to know us as our day went on and was open to making changes in our itinerary that better suited our interests. We took a detour to the Zen museum which was fascinating; ate at a small, semi-hidden locals-only sushi restaurant within the Omicho food market that my wife and I could never have navigated on our own; negotiated with vendors to have prepared foods slightly altered to suit our preferences, etc. After we parted, Megumi got us a reservation at a wonderful yakitori restaurant that night (we were the only non-Japanese people in the place) which was fun, inexpensive, and excellent (they were expecting us when we arrived and made us very welcome). Megumi, having spent some time in the US, was able to help us bridge some hidden gaps in communication that opened up Kanazawa to us in a way that I am sure we would not otherwise have been able to experience. Lovely, competent, easy, on-time, excellent communicator, good sense of humor, kind: five stars all around.
June 2024
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We had an absolutely amazing day with Megumi! She helped us cover so much ground, and guided us through the main sights of beautiful Kanazawa, which has quickly become one of my favourite places in Japan. We were also blessed with great weather and the chance to witness the city's main festival parade. Thanks a lot Meg!
June 2024
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She treated me like a visiting friend. We ate at the fish market, saw some historic local streets, and wore some kimonos. It was a nice time in a laid back town. This is better than being in the crowed cities.
June 2024
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Our guide, Megumi, was super fun and enthusiastic about showing us around Kanazawa. Her excellent communication with us before our tour helped us plan a perfect day. And when the re-entry immigration process for our cruise ship took a couple of hours longer than expected she accommodated with changing her schedule so that we were able to do most of what we had planned before we had to return to the ship.
April 2024