Hi, I’m Olan
Hi, I’m Olan
I’ve lived in Kyoto for 2 years
I speak English, Japanese
I am Contractor
Hello there! I'm Oulan, your friendly local host here in beautiful Kyoto. What I adore most about Kyoto is its captivating cityscape and the well-preserved architecture that tells stories of centuries past. And don't get me started on the countless temples and shrines, each with its unique serenity. You'll often find me on a quest to discover new Halal restaurants because great food brings people together. On weekends, I escape the bustling city life by hiking or tracking, and I know Kita-Shirakawa and Gion neighborhoods like the back of my hand. You could say I'm your go-to Kyoto guru when it comes to its rich history, culture, and religious settings. So, let's explore Kyoto's hidden treasures together and make your experience an unforgettable adventure.
My knowledge & interests
PhD in Food Science and Biotechnology
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Parks
Gardens
Political history
Social history
Religious history
Cityscape photography
Classical architecture
Artisanal tea
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Religious customs
Lifestyle culture
Rituals & ceremonial customs
Gourmet food
Vegetarian food
Vegan food
Local speciality drinks
Performance art
Traditional art
Folk art
Indigenous art
Ethnic culture
Classical music
Traditional music
My reviews
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Very informative and ready to be flexible and meet expectations. Wonderful person with passion to serve and deliver a good service.
April 2025
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Oulan shared most interesting aspects of Japanese culture and engaged us in conversation that made the entire experience memorable. We really enjoyed his personality and personable attention to our needs, for example coffee needs, bathroom breaks, shopping and very helpful ways to navigate on short distance subway rides. He was a perfect and most accommodating guide!
March 2025
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Our tour guide was so friendly and was just a massive wealth of knowledge, we learnt SO much on our tour. He took us to the most amazing restaurant and he took us to some fascinating places off the beaten track. Had the best time!
October 2024
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Oulan really gave us a lot of insight into many different facets of Kyoto. He was friendly and practical about the activities and made sure we were comfortable and entertained the entire time. It was really a very special experience
October 2024