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  • Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00-9:30 ホテルニューオータニ – ガーデンツアー
    • 10:20 築地場外市場
    • 11:15 銀座木村家、日産、ソニー。銀座神社、国際フォーラム、蚤の市、東京駅、パレスホテル。
    • 11:45 皇居。
    • 13:45 大手町駅
    • 14:20 明治神宮
    • 15:18 明治神宮前駅

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Subway赤坂見附 – 築地 ¥180 大手町 – 明治神宮前 ¥210～築地 – 銀座570JPY
    Total570JPY

    Tour Report by Hideaki

    Hello, welcome to Japan you all.

    I’m a resident of Ebina, Kanagawa, and am a national government licensed guide and interpreter.
    I enjoy showing travelers both the new and old of central Honshu, primarily Tokyo and Kanagawa, ranging from Meiji Shrine, Edo Castle, Tsukiji Outer Market, Ueno, Asakusa, Ginza, Ginza Sky Farmstead, Shibuya Zebra Crossings, Yokohama, Kamakura, to Hakone, not to mention Mt. Fuji, and sharing views with my guests on Japanese homes and their surroundings, Japan’s labor productivity and labor market, among others.

    I also enjoy introducing travelers to Japanese culture through home visits with Japanese families, touring Zen temples, and explaining the intricacies of Japanese culture.

    I am happy to arrange personalized tours to other places of your interest.
    I am making the most of my long experience as a foreign language education service, escorting VIPs at the Sony showroom in Ginza, Tokyo.
    I also offer services to help families and individuals relocating to Japan with immigration VISA applications.

    My hobbies are movies, strolling along the river in my neighborhood and am a novice at la lingua Italiano.
    Let’s enjoy touring together, shall we?

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  • Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1300 Meet at Hotel Main (8 min from JR Shinjuku Station)
    • 1315 Metropolitan Government Building Observatory
    • 1420 Ameyoko, Ueno Shogitai Memorial Monument, Statue of Saigo Takamori
    • 1530 Asakusa, Nakamise, Senso-ji Temple, Asakusa Shrine
    • 1810 Shibuya, Hachiko Statue, Scramble Crossing
    • 1850 Shinjuku, 3D Cat Display, Omoide Yokocho
    • 1910 Drop off at Metropolitan Government Building and disband

    Title: What Can You See on a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from North America. They had disembarked from a cruise ship two days earlier (having passed through Otaru, Hakodate, and Aomori), and the day before they had visited Tokyo Tower and Meiji Shrine on a cruise ship tour. Since the next day would be a full free day and they wanted to become as familiar as possible with public transportation, they requested a guide for today. Tokyo Tower has become relatively low these days, so the Metropolitan Government Building observation deck now offers a better view of the whole of Tokyo. However, the day before, the Top Deck had its renewal opening, so the Main Deck was apparently extremely crowded as well. The day after next, they will travel to Osaka, Hiroshima, and Nagasaki before returning to Tokyo. They wanted to buy souvenirs for family, so we spent some time in Asakusa. They purchased ukiyo-e prints, chopsticks, and other items. Shibuya had quite a crowd for a Monday, and they were delighted by the Scramble Crossing. In Shinjuku, after seeing the 3D cat display we tried to head toward Kabukicho, but there was a political street speech underway and the congestion was severe, so we skipped it and went around to Omoide Yokocho. However, the guests seemed tired, so we took the subway to the Metropolitan Government Building area and ended the tour there.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayTochomae～Ueno-okachimachi220JPY
    Section 2SubwayUeno～Asakusa178JPY
    Section 3SubwayAsakusa～Shibuya252JPY
    Section 4TrainShibuya～Shinjuku167JPY
    Section 5SubwayShinjuku-nishiguchi～Tochomae178JPY
    Total995JPY

    Tour Report by Ted

    I had worked in the international business scene for over 40 years and traveled to North America and European countries over 1000 days.
    After I retired from the business, I traveled to most of the major sightseeing spots in all 47 prefectures in Japan.

    My guide is starting from a brief history of the site where I am going to guide. I usually add a briefing about Japanese culture based on religions, such as Shinto Shrine and Buddhist temples. A geographic background behind the history is also important.
    My course includes 4 to 5 (in 6 hours) sites from the following depending on where I will pick the guests up;
    – Senso ji Temple
    – Kappabashi Kitchenware Market
    – Tokyo Skytree
    – Ueno Park
    – Nezu Shrine
    – Imperial Palace outer park
    – Tokyo Central Station, Marunouchi historic district
    – Tsukiji Fish Market
    – Koishikawa Korakuen Garden
    – Ginza
    – Odaiba
    – Hama Rikyu Garden
    – Shinjuku Gyoen Garden
    – Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building
    – Roppongi
    – Meiji Shrine
    – Harajuku & Takeshita Street
    – Shibuya
    – and Any of your interest.

    I am happy to introduce Japanese Manga/Anime cultures such as Akihabara, Nakano Broadway and Ghibli related sites.
    Travelling along the JR central line where guests can stopover at major animation studios (it is not accepted to visit the inside). The majority of animation studios such as TMS Entertainment, SUNRISE, A1 Pictures etc. are located in this area. Suginami Animation museum, Studio Ghibli and Ghibli Museum are also located.
    Guests can feel old houses in the Spirited Away scene in the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum.

    I can also provide a pilgrimage to the sacred place (shooting location) for the Shinkai Makoto animation movies such as Your name, Weathering with you, and Suzume.

    Another interesting feature is to visit authentic Japanese style pub meals such as Yakitori, Karaage, and Sushi etc.
    Asakusa Hoppy Street, Ameyoko Street, Yurakucho, Shimbashi, Shinjuku Golden gai, Shinjuku Omoide Yokocho are nice to visit.

    A Sake tasting at Sake Cellar can be an option.

    In addition to the above, I am available in the neighboring cities.

    Kawagoe is an old town developed in the 17th century. It has very close relationship with the Edo central government. Kawagoe castle ruins, Kitain temple and 500 Buddha statues will welcome the guests.
    These areas are renovated and provide an old days atmosphere.
    Japanese style sweets food stands will fascinate the guests.
    Kawagoe is about 1 – 1.5 train trip from Tokyo.

    Kamakura is the first Samurai worriers government established in the late 12th century.
    The Buddhism are introduced to Japan in the 6th century, and flourished at Nara and Kyoto later. A newer Buddhism sect such as Zen has well developed at Kamakura area.
    Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, Gigantic Buddha statue at Kotokuin Temple and the flower temple Hasedera Temple are must-see.
    Kamakura is about 1 – 1.5 train trip from Tokyo.

    I am also happy to develop any other site the guests have interest.

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  • Tokyo in One Day: Minatomirai Station & Shibuya Station

    Tokyo in One Day: Minatomirai Station & Shibuya Station

    Tokyo in 1 Day from Yokohama: Private Tour, Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:00 Meeting place: The Westin Yokohama
    • 8:15 Depart Minatomirai Station
    • (Minatomirai Line)
    • Yokohama Station
    • (JR Ueno-Tokyo Line)
    • Ueno Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line)
    • 9:00 Arrive Asakusa Station
    • Asakusa Senso-ji Temple
    • Asakusa Shrine
    • Nakamise Shopping Street
    • 10:00 Depart Asakusa Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line)
    • Ueno Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line)
    • 10:20 Arrive Tsukiji Station
    • Tsukiji Tsukiji Uogashi
    • Tsukiji Outer Market
    • 11:00 Depart Tsukiji Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line)
    • Hibiya Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line)
    • 11:10 Arrive Otemachi Station
    • Tokyo Imperial Palace East Gardens
    • Nijubashi Bridge
    • 12:30 Nijubashimae Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line)
    • 13:00 Arrive Omotesando Station
    • Harajuku Meiji Shrine
    • Break: Forest Terrace Meiji Jingu
    • 14:00 Depart Harajuku Station
    • (JR Yamanote Line)
    • 14:15 Arrive Shinjuku Station
    • Shinjuku Kabukicho
    • 15:00 Depart Shinjuku Station
    • (JR Yamanote Line)
    • 15:15 Arrive Shibuya Station
    • Shibuya Scramble Crossing
    • Hachiko Statue
    • 15:40 Depart Shibuya Station
    • (JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line)
    • Yokohama Station
    • (Minatomirai Line)
    • 16:30 Minatomirai Station
    • 16:30 Disband: Minatomirai Station

    Title: What Can You See in One Day in Tokyo Before a Cruise? A Licensed Guide's Private Tour Report The guests were visitors from North America, both visiting Japan for the first time. [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) is one of Japan's largest networks of government-licensed, English-speaking private tour guides, serving all 47 prefectures. The main purpose of this visit to Japan was a 16-day cruise departing from Yokohama the following day (visiting Kagoshima, Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, and Singapore), with plans to fly home from Singapore afterward. The guests had only one day in Japan. Their wish was: "Even if our time is short, we would like to visit as many spots as possible." The previous evening, they arrived at Narita Airport and took a taxi to the hotel. However, they explained that their luggage (two suitcases) had not been received and that they were still troubled by this. They said, "We have been to Southeast Asia, but this is our first time in Japan. A friend who once lived in Japan recommended it, so we really wanted to visit Tokyo even for just one day." It rained during the day, so the tour was conducted under umbrellas. First, we went from Yokohama to Asakusa. I explained "the history of Sensoji Temple and the history from Edo to Tokyo" as well as "the difference between Buddhism and Shinto." There were questions such as "What kind of religion and teaching is Buddhism?" and "Do all Japanese people believe in Buddhism?" Next, we went to Tsukiji. I explained "the history of the Tsukiji Outer Market" and "the difference between the Tsukiji Market and the Toyosu Market." There were questions such as "Is it always this crowded?" and "Do all Tokyo residents come here to buy fish?" We strolled slowly through the market and sampled tuna sashimi. We moved to the Imperial Palace. I explained "the Meiji Restoration," "the current state of the imperial family," and "Gyoko-dori Avenue." There were also questions such as "Does the emperor really live inside here?" and "Can you not enter the Imperial Palace?" During our walk, there was a phone call from the airline saying, "Your luggage has been found at Narita Airport and will be sent to the designated hotel within the day," which was a great relief for the guests. We moved to Harajuku. At Meiji Shrine, I explained again "the difference between Shinto and Buddhism." They said, "It is wonderful that there is such a green place in the center of the city." We took a break at Forest Terrace Meiji Jingu. From here, we went to Shinjuku and Kabukicho. The comment was, "This seems like a different world from before." We went further to Shibuya. We crossed the Scramble Crossing and took commemorative photos in front of the Hachiko statue. There was a question: "Why do so many people gather here at the Scramble Crossing?" There were also comments such as "The city is clean. There is no litter on the ground," "The public restrooms are clean and pleasant," "The subway is quiet and clean," and "Why are there no trash cans in the city?" Since they said they did not know how to return to the hotel, we ended up seeing them off at Minatomirai Station and parted ways.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayMinatomirai Station～Yokohama Station193JPY
    Section 2TrainYokohama Station～Ueno Station571JPY
    Section 3SubwayUeno Station～Asakusa Station178JPY
    Section 4SubwayAsakusa Station～Tsukiji Station209JPY
    Section 5SubwayTsukiji Station～Otemachi Station178JPY
    Section 6SubwayNijubashimae Station～Meiji-jingumae Station178JPY
    Section 7TrainHarajuku Station～Shinjuku Station146JPY
    Section 8TrainShinjuku Station～Shibuya Station167JPY
    Section 9TrainShibuya Station～Yokohama Station406JPY
    Section 10SubwayYokohama Station～Minatomirai Station193JPY
    Total2,419JPY

    Tour Report by Masa

    Guiding career:
    Guide work started in July 2022. A guide focused on FIT compliance.
    FY2022 results: 17 cases, FY2023 results: 97
    Destinations: Various places in Tokyo, Hakone, Kamakura and Nikko
    As a recent group travel record, in October 2023, we have a track record of guiding a group of 33 people from Singapore to Narita Airport transfer plus sightseeing in Tokyo.
    Self-introduction:
    In the past, I was stationed in Canada, the United States, and Mexico as an expatriate of a Japanese bank for over 11 years.
    Since I have been mainly involved in the financing business in the United States for a long time, I think I am able to provide interpretation and translation services related to business and finance.
    I am a certified CPA in the United States.
    In addition, for three years from April 2016, I will be engaged in Japanese-English translation work (part-time), and I can also handle translation work.
    Although I don’t have a qualification in Spanish, but I think I can handle day to day conversation in Spanish without any problems.
    My hobby is trekking and from time to time, take a walk around mountains near Tokyo like Mt. Takao, Tanzawa, etc. I think it is possible to provide tourist information here as well.
    Since April 2015, I have been working as a Tokyo Metropolitan Tourism Volunteer and Tokyo Metropolitan Disaster Prevention Volunteer.
    One more, I have a separate house near Asuka Village, Nara prefecture, and I stay there for a total of about 30 days every year and have been enjoying sightseeing personally in the vicinity. Therefore, I think in the Kansai region, especially in Nara, Asuka, Yoshino, Koyasan, Kumano Kodo, etc., where I think I will be able to tour guide with confidence.

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  • Nara Day Trip from Kyoto: Customized Tour

    Nara Day Trip from Kyoto: Customized Tour

    Nara Day Trip from Kyoto: Customized Tour, Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:20 Meet at Kyoto Station 9:37 Board JR train bound for Nara 10:21 Arrive at JR Nara Station 10:45 Nara Park 11:00 Todai-ji Temple 11:50 Isuien Garden 12:50 Lunch (Sushi) 13:45 Kasuga Taisha Shrine
    • 14:50 Naramachi Nigiwai-no-Ie Shopping 16:37 Board JR train bound for Kyoto 17:35 Arrive at Kyoto Station Tour ends

    Title: What's a Private Day Trip to Nara Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Todai-ji, Isuien Garden, and Naramachi The guests were visiting Nara for the first time from Asia. The morning began with cloudy skies and some concern about the weather, but it turned out to be clear and sunny throughout the morning. Rain began to sprinkle in the afternoon, but it did not cause any real problems. As planned, we were able to visit Todai-ji, Isuien Garden, Kasuga Taisha, and Naramachi. The moment we returned to JR Nara Station, it started to rain heavily. I felt they were very lucky people. In Naramachi, the "Koshi no Ie" (Lattice House) is undergoing restoration work from October until the end of February, so during this period the only option is the "Nigiwai no Ie." Since "Nigiwai no Ie" is closed on Wednesdays, Nara tours on Wednesdays will require some careful planning going forward. The guests love Japanese gardens, and at Isuien Garden they spent a long time walking around and taking many photographs. They also enjoy shopping, stopping at a few shops along the way to make some purchases, and after returning to Kyoto Station they went shopping at a department store as well. The photo was taken at Isuien Garden.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainKyoto～Nara720JPY
    Section 2Free PassJR Nara Station～JR Nara Station600JPY
    Section 3TrainNara～Kyoto720JPY
    Total2,040JPY

    Tour Report by KAZU

    I was born and grew up in Kyoto and now live near Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto. I used to be a schoolteacher of English and welcome a lot of students from foreign countries. I really enjoyed showing them around Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Himeji, and Hiroshima. I have been a professional tour guide for about 8 years. I always try to let my guests learn Japanese traditional and modern culture. Since I was born in Kyoto, I know a lot about its culture and people. I myself enjoyed several sports, such as soccer, judo, and marathon when I was young. I’m much interested in baseball and sumo. My motto as a tour guide is to let my guests learn about our tradition and culture precisely and really enjoy themselves. I strongly hope you will enjoy the tour in Japan with me.

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    Sep 28, 2026
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  • Tokyo in Half a Day: Tsukiji & Meiji Shrine

    Tokyo in Half a Day: Tsukiji & Meiji Shrine

    Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:50 Meet at the hotel
    • 9:00 Subway: Mita → Hibiya
    • 9:15 Stroll around the Imperial Palace: Outer Garden, Nijubashi Bridge, Sakuradamon Gate
    • 10:00 Subway: Hibiya → Tsukiji
    • 10:15 Stroll around Tsukiji
    • 11:00 Subway: Hibiya → Nezu
    • 11:15 Nezu Shrine: Purchase goshuin, try omikuji fortune
    • 12:00 Subway: Nezu → Meiji-jingumae
    • 12:30 Meiji Shrine
    • 13:00 Disband at the goshuin reception

    What Is a Full-Day Private Walking Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were very active visitors from Europe who had arrived in Japan two nights earlier. They mentioned that the day before the tour they had walked about 18 kilometers around Tokyo sightseeing. One of the guests enjoyed photography and took pictures everywhere with a large SLR camera. At the Imperial Palace, I explained about the imperial family and the pine trees; at Nezu, I explained the differences between Shinto and Buddhism, the Japanese view of religion, and how to worship at a shrine. They listened with great interest. It seemed they had already studied quite a bit about Japan before their visit. At Meiji Shrine, we happened to come across a wedding ceremony, and I talked about celebrations such as weddings and Shichi-Go-San.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainMita～Meiji Shrine900JPY
    Total900JPY

    Tour Report by NORIKO

    Hello!! My name is Noriko Sakurai. I’m 51 years old. I started working as a travel guide in 2018. I usually guide around Tokyo area.

    My hobbies are reading books, traveling cooking & baking , and eating! I like to read books about Japanese history, and visit historical places. I also enjoy visiting new places, trying new dishes, then after coming back home, reproducing the dishes by myself.
    I love breads , so I enjoy visiting new bakeries.

    I really want foreign visitors to enjoy staying in Japan comfortably. I would like to help you to have wonderful times and make fantastic memories in Japan!!

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  • Kanazawa Customized Half-Day Tour

    Kanazawa Customized Half-Day Tour

    Kanazawa Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • Hotel Depart at AM 9:00 to Kazuemachi/Higashi Chaya District Stroll around Utasu Shrine and the Chaya District
    • AM 10:40 Move to Kenrokuen Garden Kenrokuen Garden/ Kanazawa Castle Park , then to Oyama Shrine
    • PM12: 45 Move to Omicho Market Experience street eating at Omicho Market
    • PM 13:20 Tour ends at Omicho Market

    What's a Private Kanazawa Walking Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Higashi Chaya, Nagamachi, and Omicho Market Having heard in advance that the guests were interested in cat-themed goods, I guided the group to a gold leaf shop in the Higashi Chaya district, combining the visit with a chance to observe the gold leaf production process. The guests were delighted to purchase a beckoning cat figure decorated with gold leaf. The guests asked many questions, some rather unusual, about topics such as Japanese morals and the number of police boxes, but I believe they also enjoyed learning about Japanese culture. Since there was time in the afternoon, I showed the group the Nagamachi area before heading to Omicho Market. The guests seemed mindful of the finishing time, so I kept that in mind as we proceeded. The tour ended amid the bustle of Omicho Market, where the guests enjoyed grilled eel with teriyaki sauce, fresh oysters, and Noto beef.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Free PassBus～Bus800JPY
    Total800JPY

    Tour Report by YOSHI

    Hello , My name is Hideharu Yoshino . Just call me” Yoshi” .
    I have been involved with many foreign Business partners through my business life for 38 years ,
    Based on my work experience , I would like to try my best to make you comfortale and Happy fruitful times during your stay in Japan .
    Not only giving you basic tourist information about famous sightseeing spot , also I would enjoy to give you the back ground inofrmation in my word.
    ” Once in a lifetime encounter ” Let’s enjoy with me Miracle time to be picked up from 6 billion in somewhere Japan!

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    Sep 29, 2026
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    Highly recommended!
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    Perfect day in Kanazawa
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    YOSHI san was incredible!
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  • Hiroshima in One Day: Hiroshima Castle and Gogoku shrine

    Hiroshima in One Day: Hiroshima Castle and Gogoku shrine

    Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour, Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:10 meet up at the north gate of Hiroshima station (Shinkansenguchi)
    • 9:21-9:30 transfer by local bus (departed form #7 platform) and walk to Hiroshima Castle
    • 9:30-10:40 visit Hiroshima Castle and Gogoku shrine
    • 10:40-11:00 walk to the nearest bus stop and transfer by bus to Peace Memorial Museum
    • 11:00-12:10 visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
    • 12:10-12:30 stroll in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and stop at some major monuments
    • 12:30-12:55 take rest: stop at convenience store to grab something to eat
    • 12:55-13:40 transfer by World Heritage Route Boat
    • 13:40-15:20 visit Miyajima island : Itsukushima Shrine, Daiganji-temple, Omotesando-shopping district
    • 15:20-15:40 transfer by ferry and walk to Miyajimaguchi JR station
    • 15:55-16:24 transfer by JR train, back to Hiroshima station
    • 16:24-16:30 show Ekie shopping area and break up

    What Is a Private Day Tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima Like on a Rainy Day? A Licensed Guide's Report The tour took place under unfortunate rain all day, and this was the defining factor of the day. The morning went well, covering Hiroshima Castle through the Peace Memorial Museum. However, after leaving the museum and beginning to move through the park, the rain intensified, so I quickly obtained umbrellas and, on the spot, switched from public transportation (which would have required a lot of moving around) to the World Heritage sea route, taking the guests to Miyajima in the afternoon. Regarding the morning combination of Hiroshima Castle with the Peace Memorial Park and Museum, the location of Hiroshima Castle is somewhat inconvenient in terms of transportation (connections and transfers), so I spent a considerable amount of time in advance working out scheduling patterns to see how I could take the guests around without any wasted time, and I approached the guiding on the day with this preparation. Thanks to that effort, there was zero wasted time, and the movement between sites went perfectly. Some of the guests did not seem interested at all in the castle, the museum, or the shrine at Miyajima, and there were moments during my explanations when I felt discouraged. However, since interest is not something a guide can easily change no matter how hard they try, I kept my guiding modest overall so as not to force explanations, and tried to communicate by bringing up topics the guests were interested in. They seemed to enjoy the "omikuji" fortune slips at Miyajima the most. I gave explanations for each of the four in turn, and this felt like the most lively moment of the day. At the time of parting, I introduced them to a bento section with food they could eat on the bullet train, the okonomiyaki floor they had shown interest in, and Hiroshima souvenirs. It was a day that reminded me of the obvious fact that on rainy days, indoor facilities or shopping are better options.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusHiroshima Station South Exit Bus Center Platform #7～In front of Godo Chosha (Government Building)220JPY
    Section 2BusIn front of Hiroshima Museum of Art～In front of Peace Memorial Museum220JPY
    Section 3FerryMiyajima Pier～Miyajimaguchi200JPY
    Section 4OtherHiroshima Peace Memorial Park～Miyajima Pier1,200JPY
    Section 5TrainMiyajimaguchi～Hiroshima Station420JPY
    Total2,260JPY

    Tour Report by Kay

    I hope this message finds you well and full of excitement for your upcoming journey to Hiroshima! My name is Kay, and I am thrilled to be your designated tour guide for this adventure.
    As a guide deeply passionate about the rich history, culture, and natural beauty of this area, I am eager to share these experiences with you. With nearly 10 years of experience as a tour guide, I’ve had the pleasure of welcoming guests from all over the world, each bringing their own unique perspectives and interests. Whether this is your first-time visiting Hiroshima or you’re returning to explore it more deeply, my goal is to provide you with an enriching and memorable experience.
    Our itinerary will take us through some of the most iconic landmarks, as well as a few hidden gems that only locals know about. Whether you’re interested in exploring ancient architecture, indulging in the local cuisine, or learning about the fascinating history that has shaped this place, I am here to tailor the tour to your interests. My aim is to not only guide you but also to connect you with the heart and soul of Hiroshima.
    I understand that traveling to a new country can sometimes be a bit overwhelming, especially with language barriers and unfamiliar customs. Please consider me your local resource – not just for the tour itself, but for any questions or concerns you may have during your stay. From dining recommendations to advice on local etiquette, I am more than happy to assist in making your visit as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Before we begin our tour, feel free to share with me any specific interests or special requests you might have. Whether it’s a particular site you’re eager to visit, a type of cuisine you’re curious to try, or even a story you’ve heard about this place that you’d like to explore further, your input will help me craft an experience that is uniquely suited to you. Thank you for choosing to explore Hiroshima with me. I look forward to meeting you in person and sharing in the discovery of all that this incredible place has to offer.
    If you have any questions before your arrival, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Until then, I wish you safe travels and eagerly await the opportunity to guide you on what promises to be an unforgettable journey.

    Warm regards,
    Kay

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    Jun 3, 2026
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  • Kyoto in One Day: Nijo Castle & Fushimi Inari Taisha

    Kyoto in One Day: Nijo Castle & Fushimi Inari Taisha

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 11:30 Meet @ Hyatt Regency Kyoto
    • 12:00-13:20 @ Nijo Castle
    • 14:00-14:45 @ Kinkaku-ji
    • 15:30-16:10 @ Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
    • 16:50-17:30 @ Fushimi Inari Taisha
    • 17:45 Disband @ Keihan Shichijo Station

    Title: What Is a Full-Day Private Kyoto Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Fushimi Inari, Kinkaku-ji, and Nijo Castle The guests were visitors from Asia. Some of the guests had visited Kyoto in the past and mentioned that this was their second time seeing Fushimi Inari and Kinkaku-ji. At Nijo Castle, they asked many questions while walking through the Ninomaru Palace, so we ended up spending more time there than planned, and we had to move more quickly through the other locations. After exploring Kinkaku-ji, they purchased one bag each of wasabi peanuts and shichimi peanuts at a local shop. On the way from Kinkaku-ji to Arashiyama, we stopped at a convenience store where they bought light snacks such as sandwiches to eat. At Fushimi Inari Taisha, lamps were lit within the Senbon Torii, creating a very different atmosphere from the daytime. At the guests' request, we parted ways at Keihan Shichijo Station.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusHigashiyama Shichijo～Shichijo Keihan230JPY
    Section 2TrainShichijo Station～Sanjo Station170JPY
    Section 3SubwaySanjo Keihan Station～Nijojo-mae Station220JPY
    Section 4SubwayNijojo-mae Station～Nishioji Oike Station220JPY
    Section 5BusNishioji Oike～Kinkakuji-michi230JPY
    Section 6BusKinkakuji-michi～Nishinokyo Enmachi230JPY
    Section 7TrainEnmachi Station～Saga-Arashiyama Station190JPY
    Section 8TrainSaga-Arashiyama Station～Inari Station240JPY
    Section 9TrainFushimi Inari Station～Shichijo Station170JPY
    Total1,900JPY

    Tour Report by Kaz

    Hi, thank you very much for choosing the JGA tour!

    My name is Kazuhiro Yoshida, please call me “Kaz”.

    I am an English-speaking National Licensed Tour Guide in Japan, and have been guiding mainly in Kyoto and other Kansai areas since April 2023. I have guided over 1,000 tours in total so far, and I am on my way to becoming one of the best English-speaking tour guides in Japan.

    I have a great passion to show people from all over the world, the deep histories and cultures of Japan, the country I truly love.
    I am focused to take you out on a tour that will become one of the best highlights of your entire trip.

    I am glad to have an opportunity to be your guide, and I hope that we can explore many hidden gems of Japan together!

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    May 19, 2026
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    An enjoyable visit
    Really enjoyed our visit with Kaz. Friendly, informative, and…

    Apr 11, 2026
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    Yoshida was excellent, he had a great knowledge of…

    Sep 29, 2025
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    Excellent Tour of Kyoto with Kaz
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  • Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 9:00 Meet @ Nijo Castle
    • 2. 9:15 Tour Nijo Castle
    • 3.11:15 Tour the Arashiyama area (Togetsukyo Bridge, Hozugawa River, Kameyama Park)
    • 4. 12:00 Tour the Bamboo Grove
    • 5. 13:15 Tour Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
    • 6. 14:30 Tour the Gion area (Hanamikoji Street, Tatsumi Shrine, Shirakawa Bridge)
    • 7. 15:30 Disband @ Nishiki Market

    Title: What Does a Full-Day Private Kyoto Tour Cover? A Licensed Guide's Report on Nijo Castle, Arashiyama, and Fushimi Inari Body: Today's guests were a group visiting from North America. We met on time at Nijo Castle, where I gave a detailed tour, explaining the highlights and historical background, including the beginning and end of the samurai era. From there, we traveled by subway and JR to the bamboo grove in Arashiyama, and I guided the group leisurely around the Arashiyama area. After taking commemorative photos while walking through the bamboo grove, we traveled from JR Saga-Arashiyama Station to Inari Station, where I guided the group around Fushimi Inari Taisha. There, I explained Shinto and the proper way to worship, and after descending from the Senbon Torii pathway, we moved to the next destination, Gion, using the Keihan Railway. Unfortunately, we were caught in heavy rain in Gion, which made moving around difficult, but we walked from Tatsumi Shrine to Kawaramachi-Shijo, and finally I guided the group to Nishiki Market before we parted ways. [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) is one of Japan's largest networks of government-licensed, English-speaking private tour guides, serving all 47 prefectures. Winner of Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Best of the Best. Not affiliated with the Japan Guide Association.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayNijojo-mae Station～Uzumasa-Tenjingawa Station260JPY
    Section 2TrainRanden Uzumasa-Tenjingawa Station～Randen Arashiyama Station250JPY
    Section 3TrainJR Saga-Arashiyama Station～JR Inari Station240JPY
    Section 4TrainJR Inari Station～JR Tofukuji Station150JPY
    Section 5TrainKeihan Tofukuji Station～Keihan Gion-Shijo Station170JPY
    Total1,070JPY

    Tour Report by Toshi

    After a rather long teaching experience at Japanese college, I converted my career about 6 years ago into working as a tour guide for the tourists visiting Japan.
    As my career overseas, I’ve been in the UN and the Japanese Embassy, all in the USA, totaling more than 6 years.
    And then I had made a big change in my career from a diplomat to an academic researcher. For that career to achieve, I studied abroad and won a doctorate degree in linguistics from Indiana University and landed a teaching position at college in Japan.
    With all these interesting and exciting experiences I’ve made myself ready to enrich your tour and make it both enjoyable and worthwhile.

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    Apr 26, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Exceptional and entertaining
    Great tour better the tour guide Toshi.

    Apr 9, 2026
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    Sehr zu empfehlen
    Wir haben als Familie diese 6-stundige Tour durch Kyoto…

    Jun 28, 2025
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    Toshi is a very eloquent, knowledgeable, and diligent tour guide.
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  • Shizuoka: Shimizu Port & Kunozan Toshogu Shrine

    Shizuoka: Shimizu Port & Kunozan Toshogu Shrine

    Mt. Fuji View Shimizu Customized Tour with Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 Shimizu Port → Shimizu Station → Fujinomiya Station →
    • 10:50 "Shiraito Falls" →
    • 12:20 "Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha Shrine" → Fujinomiya Station → Higashi-Shizuoka Station → Nihondaira Ropeway →
    • 15:35 "Kunozan Toshogu Shrine" → Nihondaira Ropeway →
    • 16:45 "Hotel" →
    • 18:40 Shimizu Port

    Title: What Is a Private Shizuoka Cruise Shore Excursion Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Shiraito Falls, Fujinomiya, and Kunozan Toshogu The guests were cruise ship passengers from North America. At the time of booking in July, their request was for seven locations, adding Sunpu Castle, Shizuoka Sengen Shrine, and the Mishima Skywalk to the four places we actually visited. Even when I recommended narrowing it down to the four sites within Shizuoka City, the only one they gave up was the Mishima Skywalk. On top of that, they had a strong wish to "use public transportation as much as possible." They understood that even moving quickly would likely mean about a two-hour extension, and we ended our correspondence there for the time being. So, after carefully checking the buses that run only once per hour in advance, I guided them starting with the Fujinomiya course. Right from the opening stop at Shiraito Falls, they were delighted by the pleasant natural atmosphere, and an enthusiastic photo session began. One of the guests said, "I've visited waterfalls all over the world, and this ranks in my top three. It's inferior to the grand Iguazu, but above Niagara." Another guest was moved, describing it as "a very Japanese harmony." At Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha, one of the guests tried drawing an omikuji fortune. They drew "Dai-kichi" (great blessing), and everyone, myself included, got excited. Both here and at the next stop, Kunozan Toshogu, the orange-and-black outfit worn by one of the guests matched the colors of the buildings perfectly, so the photo session continued. At Kunozan Toshogu, the guests kept offering kind words to me as a guide, saying, "Of today's course, this is the best spot" — perhaps partly as flattery. The real climax came afterward. On the way to Nippondaira Hotel, just a few minutes away by a taxi that happened to be available in front of the ropeway station, the driver said, "Mount Fuji has shown its face." The summit, which had been hidden by clouds since the tour began, appeared beautifully. At Nippondaira Hotel, while still clutching a numbered ticket to wait for a table at the cafe, we continued with wonderful photography on the front lawn overlooking Mount Fuji. One of the guests said, "There's little greenery where we live. I envy the Japanese people who can enjoy such beautiful nature." We had already gone well beyond the scheduled time, and they readily gave up the trip into the Shizuoka city center. In the end, they relaxed at the hotel cafe while waiting for a taxi. One mistake and how I handled it: We missed the bus going from Shiraito Falls to Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha, and I apologized profusely. When we got off the bus, I had correctly told them, "We have 50 minutes here," but by the time we returned to the bus stop, I had mistakenly thought "the bus departs at 50 minutes past" (when it actually departed at 40 minutes past). However, there was a taxi office just a few minutes' walk up from the bus stop, so the time loss was kept to a minimum.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainShimizu Station～Fujinomiya Station590JPY
    Section 2BusFujinomiya Station～Shiraito Falls Tourist Information Center710JPY
    Section 3TrainFujinomiya Station～Higashi-Shizuoka Station770JPY
    Section 4BusHigashi-Shizuoka Station～Nihondaira Ropeway570JPY
    Total2,640JPY

    Tour Report by Tomoji

    Welcome to Japan! What would you like to do today? Which places would you like to visit tomorrow? Feel free to ask questions or make requests anytime, anywhere. I find immense joy in sharing the charms or Tokyo and the surrounding metropolitan area –delicious meals, picturesque views, majestic architectures, magnificent history and the latest trends in Japan — all while bringing smiles to your face.

    I spent my childhood in Geneva, Switzerland, and grew up in Tokyo. While working for a newspaper company, I lived in various parts of Japan and even in New York. With the physical strength I’ve developed through weekly tennis and a smile on my face, I’m committed to making your stay in Japan an unforgettable experience.

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