The best travel memories are created by sharing time, stories, and moments with the people and places you visit.
I’m a local guide based in Kansai, offering private, custom tours in Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara. My goal is to create calm, thoughtful experiences that feel more like exploring with a local friend than following a fixed sightseeing schedule.
I have been working as a professional guide since 2022, with a background in hospitality and international travel. Having lived abroad, I understand what travelers often look for — clarity, comfort, and a deeper connection with the place they’re visiting.
My tours are designed for those who prefer a relaxed pace, cultural insight, and meaningful experiences over crowded attractions and rushed itineraries.
I look forward to sharing a beauty of Japan with you in a way that feels natural, personal, and memorable.
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Guest Testimonials
Highly recommend. Marie is a friendly, flexible and knowledgeable guide.
“Numerous sites on this walk and metro tour. Marie was energetic and enthusiastic. Excellent knowledge about customs and local history.”
Great Kyoto walking tour!
“Our tour with Marie was informative and fun . She is knowledgeable about the sites and gave us historical details. She also shared some local fun facts. She took great pictures for us and we would love to go on another tour with her. Would highly recommend her.”
Informative, and fun!
“Our tour guide Mari was so informative, and so funny! We had a blast on our tour. We saw so much. She also was flexible when I was late due to traveling mishaps! So grateful that I went with this tour for my short time in Kyoto.”