Hi, I’m Ada
Hi, I’m Ada
I’ve lived in Kyoto for 9 years
I speak English, Spanish, Japanese and some French
I am a Tour Guide/Travel Curator/University Staff
Hi! My name is Ada, I specialized in Japanese culture & came in 2013 to finish my studies, but I fell in love with the country so much that I decided to prolong my stay indefinitely. I just want to share my passion & the beauty that I see, and give back to society what it was given to me when I first arrived. I always wanted to become a tour guide, so I studied tourism in Spain. I have been working in the tourism industry till covid times arrived, when I shift to Kyoto University where I have been assisting international students and in my spare time organizing activities and trips for them to immerse in the culture. Let's make great memories!
My knowledge & interests
Food
Nature / outdoors
Culture & customs
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Food markets
Fine dining
Unique & unusual foods
Theater
Art galleries & museums
Street art
Parks
Gardens
Scenic routes
Wildlife
Hikes
Political history
Economic history
Social history
Architectural history
Religious history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Classical architecture
Artisanal tea
High-end fashion boutiques
Department stores
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Popular culture
Religious customs
Lifestyle culture
Rituals & ceremonial customs
Shake
My reviews
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Highly recommend Ada!!!!
March 2025
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Ada was probably the best guide I've ever had. She was great. There wasn't a question I had that she couldn't provide a detailed answer for.
March 2025
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We had a wonderful experience at Kyoto. Though it was a rainy and cold day, we really enjoyed the places we visited. Our trip host, Ada has shared lot of details about the city and its heritage. She was very accommodative and ensured that we could see all important places within the available team. Overall, it was a fantastic trip.
March 2025
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Ada was terrific. She was informative, kind and efficient. We really enjoyed our time and tour with her.
February 2025