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See the city like
you would with a
friend who lives there
I’ve lived in Kyoto for 2 years
I speak English, French and some Japanese
I am Researcher
I've always loved sharing experiences and knowledge with the people around me. From a young age, I was fascinated by anything and everything and became very passionate about a plethora of subjects, ranging from the most obscure footnotes of video game trivia to the foundations of modern anthropology. With each interest, also came a desire to share what I had learned with friends, family, or anyone willing to indulge me. With time, I also became fairly skilled at communicating the intricacies of my various passions through my academic pursuits. For the better half of a decade, Japan and its cultural tapestry, have been a centerpiece for these passions. After years of studying the language, I moved to Japan in 2019 while pursuing my undergraduate degree in Japanese Language, Culture, and Civilization. Following that rewarding experience, I then earned my master’s degree in Cultural Studies, where I focused specifically on the sub-culture and underground culture of contemporary Japan for my thesis. That said, even with these achievements now under my belt, I still find myself always searching for ways to share the knowledge that I have so carefully collected. This is why a profession like a tour guiding has always come quite naturally to me. It's simply an extension of a passion I've always had, the love of sharing experiences!
See the city like
4 hours tailored to what you want to see and do. So whether it's ticking off main sites or discovering hidden gems, it's up to you and your host!
$138.60 per person
4 hours
(275)
Join a local for an authentic cherry blossom experience. Discover secret sakura spots, enjoy a traditional picnic, and immerse in the beauty of hanami
$190.48 per person
4 hours
(5)
This experience was incredible! Axel is an extremely knowledgeable guide studying Japanese culture and language. We walked all over Kyoto, drank at small local meet-up bars and were even lucky enough to see Geisha. Getting to learn about the history and culture of such a vibrant city, while out on the town was truly a delight! Cannot recommend this tour enough!
November 2023
We had the best experience with Axel as our guide. He had tons of knowledge to share with us around the culture and history of Kyoto. We were able to see things that we wouldn’t have thought of without him off the beaten path. We are so grateful that Axel was our guide to kick off our time in Kyoto.
November 2023
Engaging, personable, and thoroughly knowledgeable, my tour of Gion and Kyoto with Axel and City Unscripted was outstanding! I like to mix up my travel experiences but still really learn about the local culture as well as history. Axel not only was able to answer a ton of my esoteric questions about Japanese history and religion, but also explained current culture and the scene to me. I feel my trip to Kyoto was the better for this your and I do not say this lightly. Axel also really listened to what I wanted to do and know and made sure I had a great experience. This was my first booking with this company but def will not be my last!
November 2023
Engaging, personable, and thoroughly knowledgeable, my tour of Gion and Kyoto with Axel was outstanding! I like to mix up my travel experiences but still really learn about the local culture as well as history. Axel not only was able to answer a ton of my esoteric questions about Japanese history and religion, but also explained current culture and the scene to me. I feel my trip to Kyoto was the better for this your and I do not say this lightly. Axel also really listened to what I wanted to do and know and made sure I had a great experience. This was my first booking with this company but def will not be my last!
November 2023