Hi, I'm Ren.
Hi, I'm Ren! Kyoto has been my home and my playground for over 45 years, and I even raised my daughter here. I graduated from art high school and art college in Kyoto, studied 3D animation in Vancouver, and spent 15 years as an artist for the video game industry. Now, I'm a life coach and animation teacher at an art high school. I love showing people "my" Kyoto! Beyond the famous temples and festivals, I can give you the best advice on where and what to buy, from local hidden gems to perfect souvenirs. My Kyoto is never boring! If you don't see a tour that fits, just send me a message. Let's create your perfect Kyoto experience together!
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Ren was Fantastic. Her communications leading up to meeting and arranging the tour were great and her suggestions were spot on. We had a fantastic…
We had a fabulous time with Ren in Kyoto on a steamy Saturday morning. We chose some “off the beaten path” places and Ren delighted us with her deep h…
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Hi, I'm Ren! Kyoto has been my home and my playground for over 45 years, and I even raised my daughter here. I graduated from art high school and art college in Kyoto, studied 3D animation in Vancouver, and spent 15 years as an artist for the video game industry. Now, I'm a life coach and animation teacher at an art high school. I love showing people "my" Kyoto! Beyond the famous temples and festivals, I can give you the best advice on where and what to buy, from local hidden gems to perfect souvenirs. My Kyoto is never boring! If you don't see a tour that fits, just send me a message. Let's create your perfect Kyoto experience together!
My tours in Kyoto
16 private, fully personalized experiences
Family Friendly Kyoto City Tour
4.9•332 reviews€49 pp • 2.5 hoursKyoto Garden Highlights: Golden Pavilion & Ryoan-ji
4.9•602 reviews€53 pp • 3 hoursFull Coverage Kyoto City Tour
4.9•129 reviews€178 pp • 8 hoursNishiki Market Bites: Kyoto Food Walk
5.0•260 reviews€78 pp • 2 hoursWithlocals Your Way! - Kyoto City Tour
4.9•1,598 reviews€67 pp • 3 hoursHighlights & Hidden Gems of Kyoto
4.9•397 reviews€67 pp • 3 hours
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Reviews
5.0 ★ · 17 reviews- David28 September 2026 · Highlights & Hidden Gems of KyotoAwesome guided tour
Ren was Fantastic. Her communications leading up to meeting and arranging the tour were great and her suggestions were spot on. We had a fantastic…
- Jenn13 September 2026 · Highlights & Hidden Gems of KyotoRen for the Win!
We had a fabulous time with Ren in Kyoto on a steamy Saturday morning. We chose some “off the beaten path” places and Ren delighted us with her deep h…
- Gabrielle19 August 2026 · City Kickstart Tour: KyotoPerfect intro to Kyoto
My husband and I, along with our 8 year old daughter, had a wonderful time exploring Kyoto with Ren. We wanted to get an introduction to Kyoto from a …
- Volker14 August 2026 · City Explorer: Nara Day TripUnforgettable experience!
Our day with Ren in Kyoto was the absolute highlight of our trip to Japan. From the very first email, she was incredibly responsive, helping us craft …