Hi, I’m Laura

Kyoto
Laura

Hi, I’m Laura

I’ve lived in Kyoto for 3 years

I speak English, Japanese, Italian

I am Translator (mobile game LQA team)

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Hey there, my name is Laura, I am a transplant who fell in love with everything about Kyoto. I love how you can be transported from the bustling of the city to the peace and serenity of a temple. I also love the mix of modern advances and traditional practices. My favorite pastime includes searching for hidden gems at clothing markets and if the weather allows chilling on the Kamo River with family and friends. I know my way around Downtown Kyoto( Nakagyo) and Higashiyama very well. If you are looking for some great shopping, karaoke, and cafe spots then downtown Kyoto is the place to be. If you want to explore the tourist hot spots and enjoy some hidden treasures along the way then I am the person for you.

My knowledge & interests

Street food Local cuisine Desserts Cinema Parks Gardens Political history Social history Third wave coffee Department stores Street markets Handicrafts & souvenirs Traditional culture Popular culture Lifestyle culture Thrift stores Second-hand markets Specialty shops Video game stores Landscape photography Nature photography Pop music Rock music Folk music
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Experiences I love to host

Big Ben to Tower Bridge
City Unscripted Original

Half day in Magical Kyoto Half day

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!

$138.6 per person

4 hours

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Big Ben to Tower Bridge
City Unscripted Original

Kyoto in pink: Experience the cherry blossom season like a local Seasonal

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

  • (18)

Big Ben to Tower Bridge
City Unscripted Original

Eat & drink like a local: the Japanese izakaya dining edition Food & Drink

From old-school izakaya full of regulars to tiny standing bars serving homestyle food, eat like a local on an experience tailored to your tastebuds

$171.73 per person

3 hours

  • (23)

Big Ben to Tower Bridge
City Unscripted Original

Sunrise to sunset: the ultimate Kyoto experience Full day

The Kyoto you want to experience in a day! See the main sites, taste the incredible food scene or go off the tourist trail. It's totally up to you!

$254.1 per person

8 hours

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My reviews

    Laura was a great host attentive to what we wanted to see as we had spoken through email earlier would highly recommend her.

    October 2023

    Victoria W

    Laura took us to all of the major sites and communicated with us really well about our desires.

    July 2023

    Laura v

    We had a fabulous 7-hour tour around Kyoto with Laura. She had a pre-planned itinerary for us, but was totally flexible and accommodating to any changes we wanted to make and places we wanted to see while out. We enjoyed seeing multiple sites around Kyoto that we never would have made it to on our own.

    June 2023

    Hayley s

    Our tour guide,Laura, was fabulous. She was so knowledgeable about the area. She was accommodating and friendly. Loved every bit if our tour.

    June 2023

    Kathryn W