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Hallo! Ich bin Ono, geboren in Japan, aufgewachsen in China und mit Anfang 17 wieder zurück in Japan. Ich habe diesen März meinen Bachelor-Abschluss gemacht und bin seitdem ins Modedesign eingetaucht, mit dem Ziel, eines Tages mein eigenes unabhängiges Label zu gründen. Derzeit lebe ich in Osaka, aber die meisten Wochenenden fahre ich nach Kyoto, um neue Inspiration zu finden. Mein Leben hat mich durch Kanagawa, Oita, das Seto-Binnenmeer, Hangzhou und Shanghai geführt – jeder Ort hat meine kreative Palette geprägt. Ich liebe es, Geschichten mit neuen Freunden auszutauschen, also teile gerne deine 🌻 Ich bin süchtig nach Kulturgeschichte und Kunst. Wenn du Kunst liebst, lass uns zusammenkommen!
A gentle but informative walk through all the key areas, with lots of information and things to see. I would highly recommend this tour as a lovely way to see the area.
We had a really enjoyable tour with Makoto. He was very knowledgeable about all the areas we visited and took his time to answers our questions. As there was only 2 of us he could personalise the tour to what we wanted which made it extra special. Thank you for the experience and good luck in the future.
We had such a great time on our tour with Ono today – it was honestly one of the best I’ve been on. Even though he’s just starting out after finishing school, he was incredibly professional, friendly, and confident from the start. He dedicated so much time to us and made sure we felt completely taken care of. Everything was well prepared, he spoke really clearly and warmly, and took the time to explain things in a way that made us feel connected and engaged. He even recommended a performance based on our interests – such a thoughtful and personal touch. You can tell he genuinely enjoys what he does, and his passion made the whole experience really special. We absolutely recommend booking this tour and supporting Ono – he’s a fantastic guide and deserves to be recognised!
I love this experience. What truly stood out to me was the guide’s incredible attention to detail and deep knowledge of the city. He didn’t just walk us through the streets — he brought them to life. One of the most fascinating parts was learning to recognize the signs of an okiya (where geiko and maiko live and train). He pointed out subtle visual cues like name tags on the door and daily schedule boards — things I would have walked right past without noticing. We also had a thoughtful conversation about the differences between Buddhism and Shintoism, which helped me appreciate the shrine from a different angle. I especially appreciated how he showed us the correct way to visit and pray, turning what might have been just another tourist stop into a personal cultural experience. I had looked at several similar tours before booking, but this one offered something unique: a walk to Konpira Shrine. The guide explained its powerful significance tied to an emperor’s ghost, and taught me its unique praying ritual involving a stone monument — it was genuinely one of the most special moments of the day. This tour is especially well-suited for solo travelers or small groups. The guide isn’t the type to hype up a big crowd with loud energy — instead, he’s calm, thoughtful, and deeply passionate about Kyoto. His storytelling helps you slow down, rewind yourself, and immerse in the quiet, living history of the city. Highly recommended for those who want to connect more deeply with Kyoto beyond the surface.
