Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour

Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

August, 2024

Tour Itinerary

①　10:00　Meet at Hotel Kyoto
②　10:50　Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
③　12:30　Kiyomizu-dera Temple
④　14:30　Disband at Sannenzaka

Title: What Is a Private Kyoto Tour of Fushimi Inari and Kiyomizu-dera Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group of three visiting from Europe. It was their first time in both Japan and Kyoto, and they were overjoyed, saying that their long-dreamed-of trip to Japan had finally come true. Although there was some concern about the impact of an approaching typhoon, the tour was carried out as scheduled. For this tour, they requested Fushimi Inari and Kiyomizu-dera. They seemed very interested in Shinto and Buddhism, and in how these two religions coexist and blend together in everyday life in Japan. They fired questions at me like a machine gun about the customs and culture of this country centered on religion — for example, the difference in meaning between visiting a temple and visiting a shrine, Obon, the syncretism of Shinto and Buddhism, feng shui and onmyodo, Jizo Bosatsu, zazen, and so on. It was truly rewarding for me as well.

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Transportation cost per person

No.	Transportation	Route	Fare
Section 1	Train	JR Kyoto～JR Inari	150JPY
Total			150JPY

Tour Report by Kazu

Hello, this is Kazu Akiyama, your tour guide. Nice to meet you and welcome to Japan. Thank you for joining me on the tour. Now I am a retired salaried worker, living in Osaka. I have been very much interested in not only learning Japanese history, culture, religion myself, but also talking about them (sometimes going off topics) in English with tourists from all over the world as well. I am so excited being with you as your guide on coming day! I am very much looking forward to you enjoying with me visiting the must-see places and some of the hidden gems. See you soon. Thank you – Kazu Akiyama

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Jul 29, 2026
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Kyoto highlights with Kazu.
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Jun 23, 2026
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Kyoto Japanese Gardens Private Tour

Kyoto Japanese Gardens Private Tour with Licensed Guide

August, 2024

Tour Itinerary

Starting at 8:00 per customer's request (6 hours until 14:00)
8:00 Meet at hotel (Hotel Kyoto Takasegawa by Hulic)
Around 8:30 Travel to Arashiyama by Hankyu train
Around 8:50 Bamboo Grove
Around 9:10 Okochi Sanso Villa
Around 10:15 Gio-ji Temple
Around 11:00 Nonomiya Shrine
Around 11:30 Customer takes a break at Randen Arashiyama Station, buying drinks
Around 12:00 Depart Arashiyama by taxi
Around 12:30 Arrive at Kyoto Imperial Palace
Around 13:20 Take the subway to Shijo
Around 14:00 Disband in front of Nishiki Market

What Is a Private Kyoto Day Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Arashiyama and Kyoto Imperial Palace The guests were a group visiting from Europe. Since some of the guests did not speak English, another member of the group kindly interpreted along the way. Arashiyama was not very crowded, perhaps because it was early in the morning, and the guests were delighted to take beautiful photos. On the path from the bamboo grove to Gioji Temple, many lotus flowers were in bloom, and the guests took photos, saying how lovely they were. One of the guests was fond of animals, and the group eagerly photographed lizards and other creatures together. At Gioji Temple, they enjoyed writing on ema plaques and drawing omikuji fortunes. At Nonomiya Shrine, they bought protective charms as souvenirs. After that, they took a short break at the Randen station, buying cola and fries. Since they wanted to enjoy Kobe beef in a casual setting, I recommended Nishiki Market, and when one of the guests mentioned wanting to sing karaoke, I told them about a karaoke place in Kawaramachi. At the Kyoto Imperial Palace, the weather was cool and comfortable. I had been concerned about the possible effects of a typhoon, but it did not rain, and we finished the tour safely.

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Transportation cost per person

No.	Transportation	Route	Fare
Section 1	Train	Kyoto Kawaramachi～Arashiyama	240JPY
Section 2	Train	Imadegawa～Shijo	260JPY
Total			500JPY

Tour Report by Mako

Hello! I’m Mako. I’m from Nara and live in Kobe city in Japan right now. I used to live in mountainous area in Nara.
Nara is famous for deer. There is no sea in Nara. On the other hands, Kobe is one of famous port cities in Japan and famous for Kobe beef and night views.
My favorite food is Yatsuhashi. It is one of famous sweets in Kyoto city. When I was a University student, I used to be a volunteer guide at Kiyomizu temple in Kyoto. There are many shops which sells yatsuhashi in Kyoto.

I like traveling. I have been to Canada, South Korea, France, Australia and the United States.

I studied English in South Florida University when I was a university student. I stayed for about 1 year. During stay in the U.S, I visited Las Vegas, New York, Boston, Miami, and so on. After that I worked at the travel company in Japan. Then I got the license of tour guide in 2014. I started to work as a tour guide in 2015. I usually visit Kyoto, Nara ,Osaka and Kobe with my guests. I’m very looking forward to meeting you!

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Apr 29, 2026
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Hokkaido in One Day: Otaru Canal & Sakaimachi Street

Otaru Day Trip from Sapporo in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

August, 2024

Tour Itinerary

8:15 Hotel meet, take the bus to Otaru
9:35 Otaru Bus Terminal
10:00 Mt. Tengu Ropeway
11:30 Stroll along Otaru Canal
12:00 Otaru Beer Brewery
12:30 Otaru Sakaimachi
13:00 Lunch at Kita no Ryoba
13:40 Stroll along Sakaimachi Street
14:55 Take the bus to Sapporo
16:00 Disband at Hotel

What Is a Private Day Tour of Otaru Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America. As arranged in advance by email, after arriving in Otaru we took a bus to the Tenguyama Ropeway. The weather was clear, so we were able to enjoy beautiful views of the town of Otaru, the sea, and the distant mountains. The guests enjoyed craft beer at a brewery along the Otaru Canal. Since they wanted seafood, they had seafood rice bowls at a casual seafood restaurant. On Sakaimachi Street, they enjoyed shopping for souvenirs and eating ice cream while strolling. On the way back we also took the bus, so it was a comfortable bus ride all the way to the bus stop in front of the Hotel.

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Transportation cost per person

No.	Transportation	Route	Fare
Section 1	Bus	Otaru Station～Mt. Tengu Ropeway	480JPY
Section 2	Bus	Sapporo～Otaru	1,460JPY
Total			1,940JPY

Tour Report by Tracy

Hi, my name is Toshie Nagai, please call me Tracy! I have been working as a tour guide for about 10 years in Hokkaido.
I myself love traveling and I have been to many different places both domestic and overseas and made good memories with my family. I would provide you a personalized tour so you will be able to experience various activities and make wonderful memories. Hokkaido has four distinct seasons that you cannot experience in other places in Japan. I assure that you will be able to enjoy natural beauty and delicious food in Hokkaido.

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May 16, 2025
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Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Jingu Shrine

Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

August, 2024

Tour Itinerary

10:00 Meet at Hotel Tokyo Lobby
10:40 Photo shoot in front of Shibuya Hachiko Statue, Shibuya Scramble Crossing
11:20 Meiji Jingu Shrine
13:00 Lunch at "Tsukiji Sushisei Shinkan"
14:00 Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center 8th floor observation deck
14:15 Asakusa Nakamise Street, Sensoji Temple, Asakusa Shrine
16:00 Dismissal in front of "Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Asakusa Station ticket gate"

What Is a Private Tokyo Public Transport Orientation Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests arrived in Japan from North America and planned to stay in Tokyo before boarding a cruise ship from Yokohama to visit Kyoto, Hiroshima, and Nagasaki. The guests planned to explore Tokyo on their own from the following day. Since they wanted to learn how to use the JR lines and subway within the city for their exploration, I explained how to use the public transportation system using a route map, as well as how to charge a Suica card. The guests had gathered a great deal of information for this trip before arriving in Japan, and I received many questions about things such as the free observation deck at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building and unusual souvenirs that can be purchased at Don Quijote.

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Transportation cost per person

No.	Transportation	Route	Fare
Section 1	Train	Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Shimbashi Station～Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Shibuya Station	180JPY
Section 2	Train	JR Yamanote Line Shibuya Station～JR Yamanote Line Harajuku Station	150JPY
Section 3	Train	JR Yamanote Line Harajuku Station～JR Chuo Line Kanda Station	180JPY
Section 4	Train	Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Kanda Station～Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line Tsukiji Station	180JPY
Section 5	Train	Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line Tsukiji Station～Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Asakusa Station	210JPY
Total			900JPY

Tour Report by Bruce

Hello (Konnichiwa). My name is Masanori SUGANO. Most of my friends call me Bruce, so you can call me Bruce. It would be my pleasure to act as a guide for you as I have been a guide for over twenty years. I curate my tours to suit your quest for knowledge and make you laugh with Dad jokes as an ice breaker. I can add some of my experiences as seasoning since I’m a seasoned guide. I always gain a new perspective through my guests’ eyes, and that’s why I am passionate about my job.
You can create your own itinerary, and when we meet, you can let me know what things you want to see. I am very flexible and can go off the beaten track on your request.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. I am looking forward to meeting you.
Thank you (Arigatou-gozaimasu).

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Aug 25, 2026
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Nara Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

Nara Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

August, 2024

Tour Itinerary

1. 13:15 Meet at NR Nara Station
2. 13:45 Guide through Nara Park
3. 14:00 Guide at Todaiji Nandaimon Gate
4. 14:15 Guide at the Great Buddha Hall
5. 15:00 Guide at Nigatsudo Hall
6. 15:30 Okumura Construction Research Institute
7. 16:00 Guide at Yoshikien Garden
8. 16:30 Guide at Kofukuji Temple
9. 17:30 Disband at JR Nara Station

What Is a Private Nara Day Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Todaiji, Nara Park, and More Due to a typhoon, the trains were delayed, and I was only able to meet the guests one hour after the scheduled time of noon. After gathering at Nara Station, because of the extreme heat I recommended taking the bus, and we headed to our first destination, Todaiji Temple. First, while walking to the Great South Gate, I explained the historical background of why deer are present in Nara Park, then described the Nio guardian statues at the gate, and moved on to the Great Buddha Hall to enter. I explained that the Great Buddha Hall is the largest wooden building in the world, and once inside, I described the imposing Great Buddha, the attendant statues, and the Four Heavenly Kings. After the Great Buddha Hall, we walked to Nigatsudo Hall, where I explained the "Omizutori" ceremony, and then left Todaiji Temple. We stopped by a construction research facility, where the guests experienced an earthquake simulation and gained an understanding of earthquake-resistant architecture in Japan, a country prone to earthquakes. After that, I guided them to Himuro Shrine, the shrine known as the birthplace of ice in Japan, and we visited the nearby Yoshikien Garden to avoid the extreme heat, passing through Kofukuji Temple and moving on to Sarusawa Pond. I had hoped to let them watch the mochi pounding at Nakatanido, but Nakatanido had already closed, so they were unable to see the mochi pounding. From there we set off walking toward Nara Station, but along the way we were caught in a sudden downpour and hurried quickly to Nara Station. Because of the heavy rain, I expressed my thanks for the tour there and we parted ways. The guests today were visitors from Europe. The guests had visited Tokyo before on trips, but this was the first time traveling here together, and they said they were enjoying the sightseeing.

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Transportation cost per person

No.	Transportation	Route	Fare
Section 1	Bus	In front of JR Nara Station～In front of Todaiji Temple	250JPY
Total			250JPY

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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Hiroshima in Half a Day: Miyajima Station & Miyajimaguchi to Hiroshima

Miyajima Half-Day Customized Tour with Licensed Local Guide

August, 2024

Tour Itinerary

12:00　Meet at the Hotel
12:15　From Hiroshima Station to Miyajimaguchi Station
12:41　Arrive at Miyajima Station
12:55　By ferry to Miyajima
13:05　Arrive at Miyajima
　　　　　Shrine　Ropeway
16:30　Finish sightseeing in Miyajima and head to Miyajimaguchi
17:00　From Miyajimaguchi to Hiroshima Station
17:20　Disband at Shin-Inokuchi Station

Miyajima Private Tour Report from Hiroshima: What Can a Licensed Guide Show You Even With a Typhoon Approaching? I guided guests from Europe on a private tour. Because a typhoon was initially forecast to make a direct hit, I sent an itinerary in advance that would use the streetcar to reach Miyajimaguchi in case the JR line was suspended. This helped put the guests at ease. Fortunately, the typhoon was approaching more slowly than expected, and we were blessed with fine weather, so the guests were able to fully enjoy the tour. The guests expressed a wish to take the ropeway up Mount Misen, so we decided to skip the visit to Daishoin Temple and climb Mount Misen instead. I cautioned that if the wind became strong, the ropeway could stop and we might have to descend on foot, but they said that would be fine, so we went ahead with the ascent. Fortunately, the weather remained calm, and we were able to descend safely by ropeway. I also introduced okonomiyaki, Hiroshima's soul food, but the guests said they had already eaten it twice the day before. Furthermore, when I showed them a photo of a former British prime minister grilling okonomiyaki himself at an okonomiyaki restaurant during his visit to Hiroshima, they were very delighted.

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Transportation cost per person

No.	Transportation	Route	Fare
Section 1	Train	Hiroshima Station～Miyajimaguchi Station	420JPY
Total			420JPY

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Hyogo in Half a Day: Kokoen Garden

Himeji Castle Half-Day Customized Tour with Licensed Guide

August, 2024

Tour Itinerary

9:00　 Meet at Himeji Station
9:30　Himeji Castle, Main Keep and Nishinomaru Hyakken Corridor
12:10　Kokoen Garden
13:15　Himeji Station　Disband

What Is a Private Himeji Castle Walking Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were fond of Japan and listened with great interest to explanations about the country. As we walked, they took in the castle's defensive layout and its formidable fortifications, which made explaining it all the more rewarding. Due to the effects of a typhoon, quite a strong wind blew into the castle keep, which offered some brief relief from the heat, and at the Osakabe Shrine on the top floor we all prayed together that the typhoon would stay away. They also explored the West Bailey with enthusiasm, and they were truly wonderful guests. As they were heading to Kyoto the next day, I shared a few recommended spots with them before we parted. They kindly told me that they had a very enjoyable time.

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Tour Report by Chiyuki

Hello, I am a tour guide, Chiyuki. If I write my name in Japanese, it means one thousand happiness. Please call me Chiyuki. I am looking forward to seeing you.
I have been guiding many visitors from all parts of the world since I became a tour guide.
I hope Japan can attract many people with beautiful scenery, culture, historical buildings, food and so on. What are you interested in?
And I couldn’t be happier if I can help you to create memories of a wonderful trip.
I will make my best effort to satisfy my guests. See you soon. Thank you very much. Chiyuki

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Aug 9, 2026
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Tokyo Customized Full-Day Private Tour

Tokyo Customized Full-Day Private Tour with Licensed Guide

August, 2024

Tour Itinerary

1. 10:00　Meet up @Hotel New Otani Tokyo EXECUTIVE HOUSE ZEN
2. 10:30　@Imperial Palace (Sakuradamon Gate, Nijubashi Bridge, Main Gate)
3. 11:20　@Meiji Shrine Shibuya (Scramble Crossing, Hachiko Statue, Robot Restaurant)
4. 12:00　Harajuku Takeshita Street
5. 12:40　Lunch @Suju Dining (inside Tokyo Midtown Roppongi)
6. 13:45　@Tokyo Midtown Roppongi
7. 14:00　@The National Art Center, Tokyo
8. 15:00　@Ginza
9. 15:30　@Tokyo Station (station building, station plaza, Yaesu Exit, Midori no Madoguchi)
10. 16:30　@Asakusa (Sensoji Temple, Asakusa Shrine, Sumida Park)
11. 17:40　@Shibuya (Scramble Crossing, Hachiko Statue, FUKURAS)
12. 18:30　Disband @in front of the cafe near the Shibuya Sky entrance

Title: What Can You See on an 8-Hour Private Tokyo Tour? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting Japan for the first time from North America, having extended their trip to Japan after a vacation elsewhere, and this was also their first visit to Asia. On the morning of the tour, they mentioned they could already see Mount Fuji from their hotel room. Since Shinjuku, which was not part of the itinerary, was clearly visible from the lobby, I explained distinctive landmarks such as the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, Kabukicho Tower, and the Cocoon Building before we set off. This 8-hour private tour was arranged through [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/), and the guests were very enthusiastic about sightseeing, hoping to see as many places as possible within the time. I believe they enjoyed everything from the historical and traditional to the modern. In front of the main gate of the Imperial Palace, they seemed deeply moved by the contrast between the modern high-rise buildings and the palace grounds. On the other hand, at a café along Takeshita Street in Harajuku, they were excited to photograph piglets and people interacting through the glass. For the meal, they enjoyed a typical Japanese lunch and were very satisfied, saying "delicious, delicious." By the latter half of the afternoon, they understandably grew tired. When they asked for a place to sit, and since they had already made a 7:30 reservation at Shibuya Sky on their own beforehand, we said our farewells just after 6:30 in front of a café right by the observation deck entrance. [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.	Transportation	Route	Fare
Section 1	Free Pass	Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line Nagatacho Station～Sakuradamon Station	600JPY
Section 2	Free Pass	Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line Nijubashimae Station～Meiji-jingumae Station	0JPY
Section 3	Free Pass	Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line Meiji-jingumae Station～Nogizaka Station	0JPY
Section 4	Free Pass	Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line Roppongi Station～Ginza Station	0JPY
Section 5	Free Pass	Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line Ginza Station～Tokyo Station	0JPY
Section 6	Free Pass	Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Nihombashi Station～Asakusa Station	0JPY
Section 7	Free Pass	Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Asakusa Station～Shibuya Station	0JPY
Total			600JPY

Tour Report by Noripy

Hello, I’m Noripy.
I am a lively woman in my 60s who loves having fun. My charm lies in my bright and approachable personality. Drawing on over 30 years of international experience, I began working as a tour guide in 2023. I have conducted over 100 tours annually, ensuring that my clients enjoy Tokyo and its surrounding areas. I have received high praise from a wide range of customers, from teenagers to people in their 80s. I cater to solo travelers, couples, newlyweds, families, and groups of up to about 10 people. Living in the heart of the city, I actively guide tours primarily in Tokyo. In addition to being certified in English, one of my strengths is being able to communicate effectively in Spanish as well.
I’m looking forward to meeting you all in Tokyo!

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Sep 10, 2026
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Tokyo: Toyosu Seafood Wholesale Market Building & Tsukiji Shijo

Toyosu Tuna Auction & Tsukiji Local Food Tour, Licensed Guide

August, 2024

Tour Itinerary

5:00 Meeting place: Hotel 1899 Tokyo
5:25 Hotel 1899 Tokyo
(Taxi)
5:40 Toyosu Seafood Wholesale Market Building
(Tuna Auction Tour)
Seafood Intermediate Wholesale Market Building
7;00 Shijomae Station
(Yurikamome)
Toyosu Station
(Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line)
Tsukishima Station
(Toei Subway Oedo Line)
7:20 Tsukiji Shijo Station
Tsukiji Tsukiji Outer Market
8:20 Tsukiji Shijo Station
8:20 Dismissal: Tsukiji Shijo Station

**Title:** What's an Early Morning Private Tour of Toyosu Fish Market and Tsukiji Outer Market Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were friends visiting from Europe, both on their first trip to Japan. Two weeks earlier, they had arrived and spent time in Tokyo before making a fast-paced tour of Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Hiroshima, Kanazawa, and Shirakawa-go, returning to Tokyo the previous night. On this day, after the tour, they planned to visit Odaiba and Akihabara, check out of their accommodation, and return home from the airport in the evening. The departure was scheduled for 05:00, but one of the guests did not appear for some time (the other was in the lobby on time), so we ended up leaving the Hotel by taxi at 05:25. We arrived at Toyosu Market at 05:40 and went to the seafood wholesale building, where they watched the tuna auction with great interest. I explained "the history of Tokyo's fish markets," "the difference between Toyosu Market and the Tsukiji Outer Market," and "the difference between the wholesale market, the intermediate wholesale market, and the Tsukiji Outer Market." I also answered questions such as "Where are the tuna shipped from?", "Are tuna from all over the world sent to this Toyosu Market?", "When is the market closed?", and "What are the types of tuna, and which kind is the most expensive?" However, from the second-floor general viewing corridor, it was difficult to see the "fresh tuna" auction taking place below, and the guests seemed dissatisfied, asking, "Why can't we enter the special viewing deck?" After this, we visited the intermediate wholesale building. There were questions such as "What kind of people come here to buy?" and "Can't we go inside?" Afterward, the guests said they wanted "coffee and a sandwich for breakfast," so we went to a coffee shop. We then took the monorail and subway to the Tsukiji Outer Market and walked slowly around the area. The guests wanted to buy "edamame," but the size they wanted was not available, so they gave up. They also wanted to buy "octopus crackers," but the shop had not yet opened, so they gave up. Perhaps because of the rainy weather, there were few people out, and many shops remained closed. The guests said, "We'll walk around Tsukiji Market a little more and then go to Odaiba," so we parted at the entrance to the Tsukiji Outer Market. Points I noticed 1. The previous day, I used a messaging app to confirm the meeting place and time, and received an "understood" reply from the guests. 2. However, as noted above, on the morning of the tour, perhaps due to fatigue, one of the guests did not appear for some time, delaying the departure. (The taxi driver also urged us on, and I called many times but could not get through.) 3. Regarding transportation from the Hotel to Toyosu Market, during the prior discussions the guests had requested "by taxi," so I visited the Hotel in advance, presented the guests' confirmation number, and arranged the taxi reservation. (This Hotel would not accept a taxi reservation by phone alone.) I explained that "the taxi fare would be paid by the guests," but they seemed dissatisfied and reluctantly paid by credit card. 4. Regarding "breakfast at the coffee shop (a cash-only establishment)," the guests said, "We don't have cash on hand," so I temporarily covered the cost (later, at the Tsukiji Outer Market, they withdrew cash and reimbursed me). 5. For the monorail and subway, they paid with their Suica cards. Points for reflection 1. I believe I explained things carefully and answered questions as usual, but from the guests' perspective there may have been points that fell short. 2. Both guests seemed to have some difficulty conversing in English, and at times they translated into Italian on their smartphones and read the text. 3. Regarding who would bear the costs, I think it would have been better to explain this more thoroughly and carefully in advance.

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Transportation cost per person

No.	Transportation	Route	Fare
Section 1	Other	Shijomae Station～Toyosu Station	189JPY
Section 2	Subway	Toyosu Station～Tsukishima Station	178JPY
Section 3	Subway	Tsukishima Station～Tsukiji Shijo Station	178JPY
Total			545JPY

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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Osaka in Half a Day: Osaka Castle & Umeda Sky Building

Osaka Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

August, 2024

Tour Itinerary

09:30 Meet @ Courtyard by Marriott Shin-Osaka Station
10:30 @ Osaka Castle
12:45 @ Umeda Sky Building
14:15 Dismiss @ JR Osaka Station

What's a Private Osaka Day Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Osaka Castle and Umeda Sky Building The guests were a group visiting from Oceania. One of the guests preferred a slow pace and had some difficulty with stairs. Advance tickets for entry to Osaka Castle had been requested through an agency, but it turned out they had not been purchased. Fortunately, there were few people waiting to buy entrance tickets, so we were able to purchase them without much of a wait and toured the interior smoothly. Since the walking and stairs had clearly become quite tiring, we took a break for drinks at "Miraiza," located next to the castle. Advance tickets for the next spot, the Umeda Sky Building, had also not been purchased, but these too were obtained fairly smoothly. When purchasing the tickets, a coupon I brought as a guide provided a 10% discount, which was much appreciated. Although there was news of a large typhoon approaching, the weather was fine, and both Osaka Castle and the Sky Building offered wonderful views that the guests seemed to greatly enjoy. I was also able to hear very enjoyable and valuable stories about their home region, which made this a very meaningful and enjoyable tour for me as a guide as well. As they were heading back to their hotel in Shin-Osaka, we parted ways at JR Osaka Station after I explained the trains.

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Transportation cost per person

No.	Transportation	Route	Fare
Section 1	Train	Shin-Osaka～Morinomiya	190JPY
Section 2	Train	Morinomiya～Osaka	170JPY
Total			360JPY

Tour Report by Yama

Dear my guests,

This is (Mr.) Yama, greeting from Kobe, Japan.
I would like to warmly welcome you to Japan this time. I am from the city of Kobe, which is of course, well-known for very tasty Kobe Beef . You can taste
real genuine Kobe Beef here. Kobe is also called “Home of Japanese Sake” with lots of Sake breweries, and I recommend you would visit those breweries
if you have any interest in Japanese Sake as well as one aspect of Japanese cultures. Of course, you can have tastings of various kinds of Sake there.

Whenever during the tour, I always try to make it safe, pleasant and comfortable for all of the guests, which is my first priority. I am very much confident
that you can have a pleasant and unforgettable experience in Japan. Just tell me about your preference; what you would like to like to see, have, know
and eat and so on. Particularly, I hold the license for cooking qualified by the government here and maybe, I can reply you for questions related to the
foods here. In this respect, I strongly recommend you would try not only famous Japanese cuisine such as Sushi, Tempura or Suki-yaki but some
Japanese traditional local foods, like Tako-yaki, Okonomi-yaki and Kushkatsu. They are sometimes called the soul foods of Japan. Here is the brief
explanation for these three foods.

1) Tako-yaki
Tako-yaki is a snack filled with pieces of octopus in a batter of flour , egg and soup stock. You can call them octopus dumplings or balls. “Tako” means
octopus and “yaki” means grilled or broiled.
2) Okonomi-yaki
This word Okonomi-yaki means “cook just as you like” and you can use whatever you like as toppings, such as beef, pork, shrimp, squid and octopus.
Okonomi-yaki is round shape and just like pancakes or pizza in shape mainly made from egg, flour and water.
3) Kushi-katsu
Kushi-katsu is skewered cutlet or deep-fried foods on a stick. “Kushi” means skewer and “katsu” means cutlet. Various kinds of foods are used for
ingredients such as beef, pork, chicken, shrimp, squid, octopus and lots of kinds of vegetables.

Actually, the western Japan including Osaka, Kobe and Himeji is called as “Home of such local soul foods”. You should give it a try and I am sure
that you like them very much.

I sincerely hope that I can be your tour guide this time in Kobe, Osaka and Himeji. If my guests said to me after the tour, “I have had a very good
and pleasant time with you today. I hope I can come here again and name you as our guide”, which is my great pleasure. Moreover, I would be
great honored if they say “I like Japan now thanks to you”.

Looking forward to meeting you soon here.
Doomo Arigato Gozaimasu!
Yama

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