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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Hanna was very nice and accommodating. She gave us a great introduction to Kyoto. We were only there for a day so having a guide was an efficient way to see a lot in a short amount of time.
February 2025
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Excellent experience with Hanna! She was very knowledgable and worked on the itinerary with me ahead of time. Immediately recommended to our friends as well!
February 2025
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The guide being us to setsubun festival which is quite specially and understand tonight is the last day of winter and spring coming tmr!! And understand more about Japanese traditional religious and story
February 2025
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We had a limited amount of time and Hanako packed it full. She is so pleasant and knowledgeable and we're sorry we couldn't book her for the whole day. Highly recommended to anyone who wants to get to know Kyoto and Japanese culture.
January 2025