Robin was extremely informative. She gave us interesting information about the market and Kyoto in general which we will take with us for the rest of our trip. I have some knowledge of Japanese food but Robin was able to take that and expand it tenfold. Our lunch that followed was really delicious and not something we would have chosen on our own.
Just perfect! Great to have such a knowledgeable and accommodating guide who was very responsive to my questions and preferences.
During our first trip to Japan, my husband and I took the Nishiki Market tour with Robin. This was a great way to learn about the food culture of Kyoto and the benefit of an insider’s perspective on the market. The market is a complex mix of traditional vendors and vendors catering to the increasing influx of foreign tourists. As we navigated through the busy market, Robin provided detailed and interesting information on many food ingredients -- including spices, noodles, tofu, local vegetables, teas, seafood, mochi and nori.