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Hi! I’m Ono, born in Japan but raised in China, back to Japan in my early 17.
Just finished my bachelor’s degree this March and have since dived into fashion design, aiming one day to launch my own independent label. Currently based in Osaka, though most weekends you’ll find me slipping away to Kyoto for fresh inspiration.
Life has carried me through Kanagawa, Oita, the Seto Inland Sea, Hangzhou, and Shanghai—each place tinting my creative palette. I love trading stories with new friends, so feel free to share yours🌻
Addictive to cultural history and art. If you are an art lover let's link up!!
Makoto was brilliant - had clearly researched his facts & figures as well as give some great recommendations on places to visit whilst in Kyoto. Thoroughly recommend.
Highly recommend 🙏🙏🙏
Really enjoyed the tour by Ono who was able to give us detailed explanation of the history of the culture and religion. Without his explanation I would never have known the difference between Maiko and Geiko, the significance of signs seen in Pontocho, or the difference between a temple and a shrine. After the tour he even sent us a list of restaurants we can consider in Kyoto and Osaka.
🌸✨ An unforgettable and heartwarming experience with Makoto! ✨🌸 Our tour with Makoto was absolutely beautiful and deeply special. While photos were not the main focus of the experience, what truly made this tour unforgettable was Makoto himself. His personality is incredibly adorable, gentle, and extremely polite — one of the most respectful and kind people we have ever met. Makoto is also very wise and knowledgeable, and the way he shared stories and insights about geishas was fascinating and meaningful. We were incredibly lucky to actually see geishas during the tour, which made the experience feel even more magical and unique. His calm presence, beautiful manners, and warm energy created an atmosphere that felt peaceful, authentic, and truly Japanese. More than a tour, it felt like sharing a special moment with someone who genuinely loves his culture and enjoys sharing it with others. We highly recommend Makoto — not only for his knowledge, but for the beautiful human connection he offers. This experience will stay in our hearts forever 🌸💫
