Hi, I’m Mia
Hi, I’m Mia
I’ve lived in Kyoto for 3 years
I speak English, Vietnamese and some Japanese
I am a Student
Hello! I’m Mia, your Kyoto confidant, a local enthusiast passionate about the beauty of our four distinct seasons. Here in Kyoto, the bloom of cherry blossoms and the fiery hues of autumn leaves aren’t just a backdrop but a way of life that continually enchants me. As a keeper of Kyoto’s secrets, I revel in guiding friends along the serene Kamogawa River, sharing moments and laughter near Kawaramachi—our cultural heartbeat. My zest for discovery leads me beyond the well-trodden paths to the soul of Kyoto, where every alley whispers stories, and every stone is steeped in history. I pride myself on my insider knowledge, always ready to equip travelers with savvy tips, from navigating the quaint lanes to uncovering the city’s hidden treasures. Get ready to explore the lesser-known wonders! I can't wait to meet you!
My knowledge & interests
International Relations
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Food markets
Fine dining
Parks
Gardens
Scenic routes
Economic history
Social history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Local speciality drinks
Thrift stores
Second-hand markets
My reviews
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What a fantastic guide Mia was : so bubbly, enthusiastic, knowledgeable and simply could not have been bettered ! As my wife and I had spent 5.5 hours on an e-bike tour around Kyoto, and had only very limited time (4.5 hrs), it was ideal to have a bespoke tour with Mia. She very kindly agreed to meet us at a more convenient starting point after our e-bike tour, that helped us squeeze in as many places on our wish list itinerary as possible. We started at Ninjo-Jo Castle, and onto the Red Temple, then onto Gion District, as my wife was keen to understand more about the Geisha and Maika, and hoped we might even see one. We were not disappointed ! Simply put, a brilliant tour with a superb, lovely guide in a beautiful City : many thanks, and we would very highly recommend !!!
Oct 2025
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Great tour, Mia was amazing, accommodated us and all we wanted to do in a quick two hours. was a great tour . I would record d it for anyone wanting a quick tour of Kyoto.
Oct 2025
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We had a great time with Mia very informative and fun .she was very helpful with recommendations and helped us to go all the places we wanted to cover
Sep 2025
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Had a wonderful time walking around the Kyoto sights with our friendly guide Mia, and learning about the history of the places in the process! We got to visit some very pretty famous places like Kiyomizu-dera, with small detours to lesser-known spots in between. Everything went smoothly from booking to organising and meeting, would recommend!
Sep 2025