Hi, I’m Mia
Hi, I’m Mia
I’ve lived in Kyoto for 3 years
I speak English, Vietnamese and some Japanese
I am a Student
Hello! I’m Mia, your Kyoto confidant, a local enthusiast passionate about the beauty of our four distinct seasons. Here in Kyoto, the bloom of cherry blossoms and the fiery hues of autumn leaves aren’t just a backdrop but a way of life that continually enchants me. As a keeper of Kyoto’s secrets, I revel in guiding friends along the serene Kamogawa River, sharing moments and laughter near Kawaramachi—our cultural heartbeat. My zest for discovery leads me beyond the well-trodden paths to the soul of Kyoto, where every alley whispers stories, and every stone is steeped in history. I pride myself on my insider knowledge, always ready to equip travelers with savvy tips, from navigating the quaint lanes to uncovering the city’s hidden treasures. Get ready to explore the lesser-known wonders! I can't wait to meet you!
My knowledge & interests
International Relations
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Food markets
Fine dining
Parks
Gardens
Scenic routes
Economic history
Social history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Local speciality drinks
Thrift stores
Second-hand markets
My reviews
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Packed key spots into a tight schedule, enabling me to see this amazing city while being flexible to customization. My guide Mia is friendly, knowledgeable and takes great care of me!
read full reviewNovember 2024
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We seen and learned much more than we hoped. She really enjoys sharing her knowledge of the city and information about life in Japan. It was exactly what we hoped for.
read full reviewNovember 2024
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We had a good time with Mia guiding us through the Gion district and to some special temples with amazing Zen gardens. Mia was very flexible in planning the itinerary, informative about the places we visited, and a pleasure to have as our guide.
read full reviewNovember 2024
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This was a great experience! We only had a half day in Kyoto but Mia made sure we maximized our time during our 3 hour your by visiting Fushimi Inari Taisha and visited Yasaka Koshindo (3 monkeys), Hokanji Pagoda. We then walked down Ninenzaka and Gion corner! She was knowledgeable, was great at communicating prior to the trip, took a bunch of pictures for us, was flexible with some additional stops for shopping and snacks and even gave us a great recommendation for dinner and walked us right to the restaurant!
read full reviewNovember 2024