Masayo桜(Sakura)

City of Kyoto Visitors Host National Guide

Language(s)	:	English, French
Expertise	:	Traditional industries
Qualification	:	National Guide, Itinerary management supervisor
Fee	:	35,000 JPY / day (8hours) 20,000 JPY / half a day (4hours)

Recommend Course	:	One thousand years in one day Kyoto Imperial palace → Nijo Castle → Local shopping street → Gion

Konnichiwa! I was born and brought up in the Nishijin District in Kyoto City. I love to walk around and disover something new, and that is the reason why I have chosen to be a guide for those who wish to discover the beauty of this old capital of Japan.

If you require any further information, feel free to contact me. I would be always happy to asnwer your questions.

The year 2024's guiding fee per group less than 5 people
Yen 20,000 for a half day
Yen 35,000 for a full day

Please note:
I always reply to inquiries within 24 hours. In case you do not receive any reply from me, please also check your junk mail box. Thank you！

Aug. 15,2024
Due to the large number of inquiries, I am currently unable to accept guide requests until the end of November. 2024. I still have openings from December onwards, so please feel free to contact me.

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Reviews

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Renata Lemos
2024-09-08
My husband and I had the immense pleasure of being guided by Masayo during our recent trip to Kyoto and Nara, and I cannot express how exceptional the experience was. From the very beginning, Masayo’s profound knowledge of the region’s history and culture made our journey truly remarkable.

Her enthusiasm for Kyoto and Nara shone through in every story and detail she shared, enriching our visit far beyond our expectations. Masayo wasn’t just informative; she was also genuinely warm and attentive, always prioritizing our interests and preferences.

If you’re seeking a guide who blends deep expertise with a personal touch, Masayo is the ideal choice. She transformed our trip into an extraordinary adventure, and we are deeply grateful for the wonderful memories we made with her guidance. We highly recommend her to anyone looking to experience Kyoto and Nara in the most memorable way!

Gabriela
2024-06-19
Masayo san did a great job introducing us to Kyoto. She is very knowledgeable and professional. She was able to adjust the itinerary due to rainy weather and she ensured we still had a wonderful time, amazed by the beauty and history of the sites we visited. We are very grateful to Masayo, and we wholeheartedly recommend her services.

Gianluca
2024-03-14
Masayo has been a great host for the city. Very clear in her explanation, adapted the tour to our interests and weather conditions.
We loved the restaurant and the tea ceremony that she recommended, they felt extremely authentic.
I would recommend Masayo 100%

Helen Gourlay
2024-02-02
My family did a half day tour of Kyoto with Masayo and she was absolutely brilliant. Masayo came straight back to me as soon as I contacted her and then was so helpful in organising our tour and suggesting options on where to go. Masayo's passion for Kyoto showed in the knowledge she shared with us about the city. And to make the morning even more enjoyable, Masayo herself was the most lovely and kind person with a great sense of humour. I would highly recommend her services to show you around the beautiful city of Kyoto.

Lydia, Mikael, Manuela & Philippe
2024-01-26
Nous avons passé un excellent moment avec Masayo.
Nous nous sommes senti de suite à l'aise avec cette guide avenante et cultivée. Nous avons optenu des explications très détaillées sur les coutumes et la vie quotidienne des japonais, ainsi que sur l'histoire des lieux visités.

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