Hi, I’m Maha Bennouna.
Hi, I’m Maha Bennouna.
I’ve lived in Kyoto for 5 years
I speak English, French, Arabic and some Japanese
I am Marketing advisor
I am Maha. Since I was a kid, I have always loved Japan. My dream came true in 2012. I lived in Kyoto for 6 months and I fell in love with the city. The culture, the history, the art, the food, the nature... Kyoto has it all. It is peaceful and yet full of life. Kyoto is the kind of city that has a soul and it can charm you instantly. I fell under the spell of Kyoto and I couldn't live anywhere else. After traveling and living in different countries for a few years, my goal was to come back. I did so in 2017. Now, I spend my time discovering hidden gems and less-known places and I am never disappointed, I am still amazed by the beauty and peacefulness of Kyoto. I think my favorite area is the north and more specifically Kurama. I always recommend to first-time visitors to expand their horizons. It is preferable to balance the tourist places and more local unknown spots to get a better sense of Kyoto. I am all for authentic experiences and for avoiding the narrow " tourist bubble" trap.
My knowledge & interests
Nature / outdoors
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Unique & unusual foods
Parks
Gardens
Scenic routes
Hikes
Third wave coffee
Artisanal tea
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Religious customs
Lifestyle culture
Rituals & ceremonial customs
Local speciality drinks
Performance art
Traditional art
My reviews
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Seeing places I wouldn't have on my own . Experience made easier by my guide Maha who was very informative and a excellent guide.
September 2024
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She was punctual, adapted to my requests ,showed me places i hadnt seen,and and great experience was had
September 2024
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Great choice of places, it’s a small portion of a huge variety, but I feel like it was just enough to show us the culture and the style of the place.
July 2024
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We had a wonderful tour with Maha! She personalized the tour to the things we Wanted to see. She prioritize things that she knew she would be better able to show us and directed us on where to go on our own for other places. She also took us to a delicious conveyor belt sushi place that our three sons just loved! Being at the bamboo forest and climbing up the mountain to see the monkeys was a highlight and something we’ll never forget!
April 2024