Hi, I’m Axel
Hi, I’m Axel
I’ve lived in Kyoto for 2 years
I speak English, French and some Japanese
I am Researcher
I've always loved sharing experiences and knowledge with the people around me. From a young age, I was fascinated by anything and everything and became very passionate about a plethora of subjects, ranging from the most obscure footnotes of video game trivia to the foundations of modern anthropology. With each interest, also came a desire to share what I had learned with friends, family, or anyone willing to indulge me. With time, I also became fairly skilled at communicating the intricacies of my various passions through my academic pursuits. For the better half of a decade, Japan and its cultural tapestry, have been a centerpiece for these passions. After years of studying the language, I moved to Japan in 2019 while pursuing my undergraduate degree in Japanese Language, Culture, and Civilization. Following that rewarding experience, I then earned my master’s degree in Cultural Studies, where I focused specifically on the sub-culture and underground culture of contemporary Japan for my thesis. That said, even with these achievements now under my belt, I still find myself always searching for ways to share the knowledge that I have so carefully collected. This is why a profession like a tour guiding has always come quite naturally to me. It's simply an extension of a passion I've always had, the love of sharing experiences!
My knowledge & interests
Cultural Studies
Drinks
Arts
Culture & customs
Street food
Local cuisine
Food markets
Unique & unusual foods
Cinema
Art galleries & museums
Street art
Scenic routes
Political history
Social history
Architectural history
Religious history
Street photography
Third wave coffee
Local beers
Vintage shops
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Popular culture
Religious customs
Lifestyle culture
Rituals & ceremonial customs
Alternative or underground culture
Traditional drinks
Traditional art
Digital art
Art history
Thrift stores
Second-hand markets
Specialty shops
Bookstores
Video game stores
Antique shops
Landscape photography
Night photography
Jazz music
Rock music
Electronic music
Soul music
Indie music
Wayo Kenchiku
My reviews
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Had a fantastic experience touring Kyoto with Axel. He was by far the most engaged, and informative guide we had during the whole trip. The tour with him was one of the highlights of our trip and really helped us get the feel of the city and hit some great local spots. Can recommend him enough!
May 2024
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It was an awesome experience today. Axel did show us the hidden gems of Kyoto city and it's rich culture. He also took us for a traditional Japaneese cuisines. Overall it was a memorable day trip.
May 2024
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Great customized and private tour with a very knowledgeable guide! I can recommend Axel as a tour guide for Kyoto without any reservation.
May 2024
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Great your!
April 2024