My name is Ryuki, and I was born and raised in Kyoto. I am a University student studying English literature. I currently work in the hospitality industry and love meeting and getting to know new people. Kyoto is home to me; it represents my family, my friends, and my life-long memories. I love my city for its fusion of history and culture, and how it is always evolving. Kyoto is gorgeous throughout all the four seasons, so I am sure you are going to make lifetime memories during your trip. On my list of must-see places, you may find Kiyomizu temple and Fushimi Inari - its beautiful torii (red gate) path up to the mountain cannot be matched anywhere in the world. These are just a few of my favorite spots, and I look forward to sharing more with you after we meet :)
My knowledge & interests
Food
Drinks
History
Photography
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Food markets
Fine dining
Unique & unusual foods
Theater
Cinema
Street art
Parks
Gardens
Scenic routes
Wildlife
Hikes
Political history
Economic history
Architectural history
Religious history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Classical architecture
Wine
Third wave coffee
Gin
Local beers
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Popular culture
Religious customs
Lifestyle culture
Cocktails
Literature
handmade items
Photography
Temples and Shrines
My reviews
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Perfect introduction to Kyoto’s beauty, culture, history. Ryuki’s depth of knowledge is awesome and he clearly loves showing international visitors his amazing birthplace.
read full reviewNovember 2024
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Ryuki is a Kyoto native whose family goes back many generations. His depth of knowledge is awesome and his manner is totally engaging.
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He was patient and understanding of the pain my husband was in.
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Kyoto was magical, what a beautiful city, we really enjoyed walking around admiring the blend of a millenarian culture with today’s modernity
read full reviewNovember 2024