Hi, I’m Pam
Hi, I’m Pam
I’ve lived in Kyoto for 7 years
I speak English, Japanese
I am a Graphic Designer
I'm Pam, a Kyoto local who loves the way history and modern life intertwine in this city. Every street feels like a story waiting to be uncovered! I enjoy exploring Kyoto’s vibrant art scene, attending exhibitions, and discovering hidden cafés that offer both delicious treats and a glimpse into local life. Living near Ginkaku-ji, I'm deeply involved in the community, even helping design posters for a local shrine. Whether we're wandering through Gion’s historic streets or admiring intricate temple details, I bring a creative perspective to every tour. Let’s explore Kyoto’s beauty together!
My knowledge & interests
Arts
History
Architecture
Culture & customs
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Fine dining
Unique & unusual foods
Art galleries & museums
Street art
Political history
Social history
Architectural history
Religious history
Modern architecture
Classical architecture
Artisanal tea
Department stores
Vintage shops
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Religious customs
Lifestyle culture
Rituals & ceremonial customs
Painting
Sculpture
Traditional art
Digital art
Contemporary art
Art history
Second-hand markets
Bookstores
Commercial photography
Post-modern architecture
Gothic architecture
Baroque architecture
Ottoman architecture
Ethnic culture
Classical music
My reviews
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Pam our guide was very engaging and accommodating. Was well worth the money
Oct 2025
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Excellent half day trip in Kyoto. A very nice and knowledgeable guide. Pam offered us two possible routes by e-mail and helped us choose prior to our visit. The trip was well planned. Pam was flexible, but also helped us make the best out of our time. We enjoyed her thorough knowledge and also enjoyed just talking with her and getting to know her. Everything was perfectly timed - we got to see so many things, and yet we didn’t feel we were rushing at all. We really felt that we got to know Kyoto better thanks to this trip.
Oct 2025
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Pam was amazing !! She is so knowledgeable and nice. We enjoyed her guidance a lot ! Thank you ❤️
Oct 2025
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Pam was great and very friendly. We didn't have much time in Kyoto and Pam was able to give us a knowledgeable intro to the Gion area in 2 hours. We would have missed lots of we had tried to do this ourselves.
Sep 2025