I’ve lived in Kyoto for 6 years
I speak English, Japanese
I am a Hotel Concierge
Hi, I’m Kenta, your local host in Kyoto! I’m passionate about sharing the tranquil beauty and rich cultural history that make this city so special. What I love most about Kyoto is its balance of serene parks, flowing rivers, and stunning temples—perfect spots to slow down and truly connect with the spirit of Japan. I enjoy visiting temple gardens and discovering cozy places for coffee and tea, where tradition meets a modern sense of comfort. Whether you’re strolling through the charming Gion District, exploring the historic Higashiyama Area, or soaking in the natural beauty of Arashiyama, I’ll help you plan an itinerary that captures the best of Kyoto’s diverse offerings. With an eye for detail and a knack for logistics, I’m here to make sure your visit is both seamless and memorable. Let’s create an unforgettable Kyoto experience together!
We were paired with Kenta, who did an amazing job of tailoring the tour to exactly what we wanted to see! We kept it open ended and asked him to take us off the beaten path -- especially after just visiting Tokyo, we wanted a quieter tour. Kenta totally delivered! The temples we visited had almost no crowds, and he took us on a path alongside a tranquil creek for much of the tour. Kenta also just had SO MUCH knowledge about so many things! I mentioned offhand my (little) knowledge of the various Japanese writing systems, and he dived into a quick history of each one. We definitely will book this tour again the next time we're in Japan!
6 January 2026
We loved getting to see the temple with the statues. I dont remember the name exactly.
6 January 2026
Detailed tour at Fushiyama Inari and Arishiyama bamboo Grove was covered. Kenta's detailed knowledge and excellent English expressions (he lived in San Francisco for many years) were highlights. Also, he planned the tour so nicely that we, as seniors didn't have any issue to walk the close to 20k steps. He never rushed us through and made sure we were at the place we wanted to be at the end of the 4 hour tour.
31 December 2025
This allowed us to see spot we might not have known about or stopped at on our own! Kenta was extremely knowledgeable about the area and history. He was patient with our group of varying ages! We had a lovely morning!
6 December 2025