About Curated Kyoto
Curated Kyoto is a travel boutique that introduces creative travellers to a new way of exploring Kyoto. We sort through countless possibilities in Japan’s ancient capital and select the best of what the city has to offer for both tours and media.
Curated Kyoto is a travel boutique that introduces creative travellers to a new way of exploring Kyoto. We sort through countless possibilities in Japan’s ancient capital and select the best of what the city has to offer for both tours and media.
In a traditional city like Kyoto where relationships and connections are everything, we believe having a local expert who can introduce you to the right locations provides a far more memorable experience. We want to introduce you to places (and faces) you wouldn’t likely encounter on your own, as well as show you a different side of well-known sightseeing spots.
Curated Kyoto currently works closely with luxury hotels, global companies, and creative individuals to ensure that our guest’s experiences in Kyoto are enhanced in every way possible.
Our past clients include CHANEL, Adidas, American Express, KCRW, Vans, Park Hyatt Kyoto and more
About Founder
Sara Aiko
Founder / Director
For four years, I worked in a media team that promoted Kyoto to the world. What did I learn? I learned A LOT but most importantly I learned that while there was plenty of information out there about Kyoto’s major tourist sites, there was little to nothing available about the more modern or underground culture of the city.
One of the greatest gifts my Japanese mother gave me was raising me with two languages and cultures. Thanks to that upbringing, I have the unique advantage of possessing both a western and eastern perspective on Kyoto, which has become the backbone of my business. Thank you mum!
Kyoto is one of those places where the best places are hidden and a lot of locals don’t overly promote their craft or business (talk about being humble). In a city where the best of the best don’t make much “noise”, I want to introduce you to my creative community and make sure that you don’t miss out on what makes Kyoto truly special.
- Likes:
- Matcha/Sneakers/Minimal design
- Dislike:
- Chickens/ghosts/earthquakes
Sara Aiko and Curated Kyoto
have been featured in…
Conde Nast Traveler, Vogue, Elle, The Financial Times,
Wall Paper Magazine and more.