Tour guide in Kyoto Tess L.

Kyoto, Japan

English, Mandarin, Japanese

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Since Feb 28, 2023

18.0

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I'm Tess L., your private tour guide in Osaka

Guide #58008

5.0 (206)

Hello and welcome to Kyoto! My name is Tess and I am an experienced tour guide with 6 years of experience showing visitors around Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara. As a self-proclaimed foodie, I am always on the lookout for the most delicious street food and the coziest Izakaya in town. I have extensive knowledge of Japanese wine, and I can point you in the direction of the best restaurants and special cuisine that are sure to satisfy your taste buds. Whether you are a connoisseur or simply enjoy trying new things, I can guarantee you an unforgettable culinary experience. In addition to my love for food, I also have a strong passion for Japanese history and culture. Having worked at the Samurai and Ninja museum, as well as a kimono and teahouse for three years, I have gained a wealth of knowledge about the customs and traditions of Japan. Whether you're interested in learning about the history of the samurai or the art of the tea ceremony, I can offer you an insightful and engaging tour. As your tour guide, I am committed to making your visit to Kyoto as enjoyable and memorable as possible. With my enthusiasm, positive attitude, and insider knowledge, I can help you discover the best that this city has to offer. So why not let me show you around and introduce you to the wonders of Kyoto? I'm looking forward to meeting you! 3 years - Samurai and Ninja museum tour guide 1 year - Maikoya tea house Kimono and hairdresser. I do not have any restrictions in regard to my guiding, I can offer a full range of experiences.

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206 reviews

  • Ifat S.
    May 2026

    Tess organized a highly engaging and well-paced tour. The route was thoughtfully planned, and her warm, cheerful, and attentive approach made us feel completely looked after all day. Plus, she’s an incredible photographer! Highly recommended. Thank you, Tess!

  • Douglas H.
    May 2026

    Our two days in Kyoto with Tess and Hide were wonderful! We had so much fun exploring first with Tess and then with Hide and got great perspective of this amazing city from each of them. It was a great benefit to communicate in advance with Tess who outlined our itinerary for both days. She gave us realistic expectations of how much we could see in our time frame given...

  • Tim C.
    May 2026

    Tess is as advertised in other reviews, full of cheerful energy and enthusiasm. How she does this with a full schedule of day + night tours, is a testament to her energy and love of the city. She was super flexible on what I wanted to do and not do. The night tour of the Gion area was an eye-opener. Having done the usual shrines, temples and plenty of shopping,...

  • Carolyn O.
    May 2026

    We enjoyed touring Kyoto with Tess ! She was very flexible with our plans & she was motivated to make our experience special & interesting. She has a great sense of humor & I would highly recommend Tess for seeing Japan like a Local !