Hi, I’m Hanna
Hi, I’m Hanna
I’ve lived in Kyoto for 23 years
I speak English, Japanese
I am a designer of Kimono
Hi there, I'm Hanako, your friendly local host in Kyoto! My curiosity drives me to constantly explore and learn more about this incredible city. What I love most about Kyoto is that it embodies Japanese culture in its truest form. It's a city that effortlessly embraces tradition while embracing new experiences. Exploring the city by bike is my passion, as it allows me to discover new cafes, restaurants, and shops that Kyoto is so great at bringing in. I also find peace in nature, whether it's wandering through temple gardens or hiking in the mountains. Being a resident of Kyoto, I know the city like the back of my hand. Let me be your guide to the wonders of Kyoto, sharing its rich history, vibrant culture, and mouthwatering culinary scene. Looking forward to meeting you!
My knowledge & interests
Food
Nature / outdoors
History
Shopping
Photography
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Food markets
Fine dining
Parks
Gardens
Scenic routes
Hikes
Social history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Third wave coffee
Artisanal tea
High-end fashion boutiques
Department stores
Vintage shops
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Lifestyle culture
Vegetarian food
Vegan food
Traditional art
Landscape photography
Fashion photography
Nature photography
My reviews
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We did a tour booked through city unscripted in Kyoto Japan with Hanna (Hanako). It was an amazing time. She was very knowledgeable about the area, showed us some awesome things, and gave us some great recommendations we used for the rest of our trip. She was very professional and personable which really led to an absolute amazing time. Highly recommend!
December 2024
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Hanako led us on an amazing tour. We did the full day 8-hour walking tour of Kyoto and it helped my wife and I see many things we otherwise wouldn't have, and contextualize the city in a very helpful way. Moreover, it was great to have someone local that we could ask all of our many dumb questions about Japan to.
November 2024
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Hanna was great! Very bubbly and fun. She gave us great insight into the culture and history of Kyoto. I highly recommend Hanna!
November 2024
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She took us to our favorite temple we’ve seen yet!
November 2024