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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

    June, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • ①　10:00　Meet at the hotel (Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion)
    • ②　11:00　Daisen-in (dry landscape garden)
    • ③　12:00　Hoshun-in (bonsai garden)
    • ④　13:00　Nijo Castle
    • ⑤　14:20　Lunch at Nishiki Market
    • ⑥　15:00　Strolling and shopping at Nishiki Market and Teramachi Street
    • ⑦　15:45　Strolling in Gion (watching a maiko's dance at the Gion Hanamachi Art Museum)
    • ⑦　16:20　Disband in Gion

    Title: What Can You See on a Rainy-Day Private Kyoto Tour? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America. The overseas travel agency was quite relaxed and there was no advance planning at all, so on the morning of the tour we discussed the destinations together at the Hotel. Since it was pouring rain from early in the morning, we took that into account, and because the guests were interested in the tea ceremony, dry landscape gardens, geisha and maiko culture, and the history of the shogun, the itinerary was decided quickly. The conversation was very enjoyable. According to the guests, much of their home region is a land of mountains and lakes with a lot of rain, and there people would call you uncool for walking around with an umbrella. So they were absolutely delighted that in Japan they could walk around holding an umbrella in the rain, saying that was the coolest and most enjoyable thing of all, cheerfully making the most of it. Even after the rain stopped in the afternoon, they always put up an umbrella when taking photos, thoroughly enjoying the heavy rain of the day. It was a delightful group to guide. There were no expenses advanced.

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    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
    James_G
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    Jul 13, 2026
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    Kyoto highlights with Kazu.
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    A wonderful day with Kazu…

    Jul 12, 2026
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    Fantastic tour guide
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    Jun 23, 2026
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  • Hyogo in One Day: Himeji Castle & In front of Himeji Station

    Hyogo in One Day: Himeji Castle & In front of Himeji Station

    Himeji Castle & Koko-en in 1 Day Tour with Licensed Guide

    June, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 13:05 JR Himeji Station, by bus to Himeji Castle Otemon Gate
    • 13:30~14:40 Himeji Castle
    • 14:45~15:15 Koko-en Garden
    • 15:20 In front of Koko-en Garden
    • 16:00 Base of Mount Shosha Ropeway
    • 16:15 Bus from Mount Shosha Summit Station
    • 16:45 Bus from beside Maniden Hall
    • 17:00 Ropeway from Mount Shosha Summit Station
    • 17:15 Bus from base of Mount Shosha Ropeway
    • 17:45 In front of Himeji Station
    • 17:50 Dismissal

    Title: What's a Private Day Tour of Himeji Castle, Koko-en, and Mount Shosha Like? A Licensed Guide's Report I guided a group visiting from North America. They requested three destinations: Himeji Castle, Koko-en Garden, and Mount Shosha. Since it would be a fairly tight schedule, I paid careful attention to the amount of time spent at Himeji Castle and Koko-en, as well as the connections between the bus and the ropeway. It was fortunate that we could use the microbus from the Mount Shosha summit station, as it saved us time. I had planned about an hour at Mount Shosha, but as some of the guests were feeling a bit tired and wished to return earlier, we only visited the Maniden Hall before descending, and the tour ended an hour ahead of schedule. They were very friendly, and they asked how the phrase changes when adding "gozaimasu" or not, and practiced the pronunciation of "kawaii" (cute) and "kowai" (scary) many times.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusHimeji Station～Himeji Castle Otemon Gate190JPY
    Section 2BusIn front of Koko-en Garden～Base of Mount Shosha Ropeway310JPY
    Section 3BusBase of Mount Shosha Ropeway～Himeji Station310JPY
    Total810JPY

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  • Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine

    Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    June, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 Meet at Hotel
    • 9:20 Assistance with purchasing SUICA for foreign travelers at Eki Tabi Concierge Shibuya
    • 9:45 Meiji Shrine
    • 10:30 After buying souvenirs at Meiji Shrine FOREST TERRACE, take a break at the CAFE
    • 11:15 Takeshita Street micro pig cafe MIPIG
    • 13:20 Lunch (Tsukiji Sushisei Shinkan)
    • 14:45 Guidance to the location of the tea ceremony experience "Ginza Sazen" that guests will attend tomorrow
    • 15:00 Disband in front of the ticket gate of Ginza Station on the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line

    What Is a Rainy-Day Private Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests arrived from North America and planned to stay in Tokyo before continuing by cruise ship to Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima, Nagasaki, and Kagoshima. This tour took place under storm-like heavy rain that continued from the morning. At the start of the tour, I told the guests, "We may not be blessed with good weather, but thanks to the rain it is about 16 degrees Fahrenheit cooler than yesterday, which makes for a comfortable temperature (I always struggle with converting between the metric system and the imperial system for guests from North America). I'm sure there will be other good things too." Thanks to the heavy rain, we were able to enter a micro-pig cafe on Takeshita Street with no wait, even though it usually requires a reservation, and the guests enjoyed interacting with many micro pigs. For lunch, we were able to get into a sushi restaurant that is also popular in Tsukiji with no wait, and the guests savored their sushi slowly and calmly. It was truly a day of "After a storm comes a calm."

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainJR Yamanote Line Shibuya Station～JR Yamanote Line Harajuku Station150JPY
    Section 2TrainJR Yamanote Line Harajuku Station～JR Chuo Line Kanda Station180JPY
    Section 3TrainTokyo Metro Ginza Line Kanda Station～Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line Tsukiji Station180JPY
    Total510JPY

    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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    Jul 2, 2026
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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

    June, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1030 Meet at Old Modern
    • 1100 Fushimi Inari Taisha
    • 1220 Kiyomizu-dera Temple
    • 1315 Lunch @ Warajiya
    • 1420 Nijo Castle
    • 1600 Disband at Old Modern

    Title: What Is a Private Kyoto Tour Like on a Rainy Day? A Licensed Guide's Report Heavy rain fell from the morning. Due to the rain and the guests' schedule, the departure was moved to 10:30. The guests were a group visiting Kyoto, and because walking was a bit difficult, we chose to use escalators and elevators wherever possible (there is an elevator at the entrance to the Senbon Torii of Fushimi Inari Taisha). We also walked slowly along the gentle, accessible route. We had originally planned to visit Kinkaku-ji at the end, but the group seemed tired, so we took a taxi from Nijo Castle back to the Hotel and parted ways there.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainKiyomizu-Gojo～Fushimi Inari220JPY
    Section 2TrainInari～Tofukuji150JPY
    Section 3BusTofukuji～Kiyomizu-michi230JPY
    Section 4BusKiyomizu-michi～Higashiyama230JPY
    Section 5SubwayHigashiyama～Nijojo-mae260JPY
    Total1,090JPY

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    Oct 10, 2025
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    Just what we were looking for
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    Fantastic day touring Kyoto with private tour guide & driver!
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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

    June, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 9:00　Meet up @ hotel MONday Haneda Airport
    • 2. 10:30　@ Asakusa (Senso-ji Temple, Asakusa Shrine, matcha break @ "Kaminari Issa", Sumida Park)
    • 3. 11:30　@ Tokyo Station (Nihonbashi, Yaesu Exit, Midori no Madoguchi ticket office, Marunouchi side station building, station front plaza)
    • 4. 12:30　Lunch @ Suju Dining (inside Shin-Marunouchi Building)
    • 5. 13:45　@ Imperial Palace (Main Gate, Nijubashi Bridge)
    • 6. 14:30　@ Meiji Shrine
    • 7. 15:30　@ Shibuya (Scramble Crossing, Hachiko Statue)
    • 8. 16:00　@ Tokyo Tower
    • 9. 16:45　@ Shinagawa
    • 10. 17:00　Disband @ Shinagawa Station Konan Exit

    Title: What Is a Private Tokyo Day Tour Like Before Heading to Okinawa? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America, coming to Japan for the first time. They planned to sightsee in Tokyo before a work-related event in Okinawa and to visit Kyoto afterward. When I checked on their condition the day before the tour, it turned out that the hotel they had booked online was not near Narita Airport as they had expected, but rather located near Haneda Airport. After arriving at Shinagawa from Narita by the N'EX, they seemed to have had considerable difficulty transferring to the Keikyu Line and reaching the hotel. However, having spent several days in Asia beforehand, they were not affected by jet lag, so we were able to begin the tour smoothly. The guests appeared to enjoy all of the places we visited. When we visited Asakusa, they asked detailed and repeated questions about the difference between "Buddhism" and "Shinto." At the Japanese restaurant where we had lunch, they highly praised Japanese cuisine as being healthy and wonderful. They mentioned that there are Japanese restaurants in North America as well, but they were amazed by the excellent taste and high quality of the lunch this time. Thanks to their high level of satisfaction, our conversation flowed easily, and we enjoyed discussing a wide range of topics, comparing Japan and North America on subjects such as political systems and social issues. The guests had experience hosting Japanese exchange students through a homestay program, and through that exchange they said they had learned the concept of "hara hachi bu" (eating until eighty percent full). Including that idea, they spoke about the healthy eating habits of Japanese people.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainKeikyu Line, Otorii Station～Keikyu Line, Sengakuji Station280JPY
    Section 2Free PassToei Asakusa Line, Sengakuji Station～Toei Asakusa Line, Asakusa Station900JPY
    Section 3Free PassTokyo Metro Ginza Line, Asakusa Station～Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Nihonbashi Station0JPY
    Section 4Free PassTokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, Nijubashimae Station～Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, Meiji-jingumae Station0JPY
    Section 5Free PassTokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, Meiji-jingumae Station～Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line, Shibuya Station0JPY
    Section 6Free PassTokyu Toyoko Line, Shibuya Station～Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line, Kamiyacho Station0JPY
    Section 7Free PassToei Mita Line, Onarimon Station～Toei Asakusa Line, Sengakuji Station0JPY
    Section 8TrainKeikyu Line, Sengakuji Station～Keikyu Line, Shinagawa Station150JPY
    Total1,330JPY

    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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    Jul 3, 2026
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  • Tochigi in One Day: Board the bus & Kanmangafuchi

    Tochigi in One Day: Board the bus & Kanmangafuchi

    Nikko Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    June, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:35 Meet up @ Tobu Nikko Station
    • 8:45　Board the bus
    • 8:50　Shinkyo Bridge
    • 9:05　Rinnoji Temple Shoyoen Garden
    • 9:25　Rinnoji Temple Sanbutsudo
    • 10:05　Toshogu Shrine
    • 11:20　Futarasan Shrine
    • 11:35　Taiyuin
    • 12:00　Lunch @ Sanraku
    • 12:40～12:55　Move on foot
    • 12:55　Kanmangafuchi
    • 13:12　Board the bus
    • 13:20　Tamozawa Imperial Villa Memorial Park
    • 15:11　Board the bus
    • 15:30　Disband @ Tobu Nikko Station

    Title: What Is a Private Day Tour of Nikko Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America. They had arrived in Japan the day before and headed straight to Nikko to stay overnight there. They were a delightful group with wonderful smiles, and the atmosphere remained relaxed throughout the day. One of the guests was completely absorbed in taking photos and videos, so I gave much of the explanation to the other, who then shared what I had told them, sparking interest on both sides. Based on the priorities I had heard by email beforehand — 1. history, 2. culture, 3. architecture, 4. nature, 5. food — I focused on the two shrines and one temple and their surroundings. They listened so attentively that I tended to go into more detail than usual, so I checked with them along the way to make sure the amount of explanation was not tiring. They said they wanted to hear even more, which was wonderful. Today was Tochigi Prefecture Citizens' Day, and various events were held at prefectural facilities. In Nikko, a free concert called "Koto Melodies of Fresh Green" was held at the Tamozawa Imperial Villa, and we were able to enter the venue at just the right time. The guests unexpectedly heard the tones of the koto and shakuhachi, traditional Japanese instruments, and were captivated by the performance. Since they were interested in history and culture, it was a perfect fit. I believe they enjoyed the entire day very much.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusTobu Nikko Station～Shinkyo Bridge220JPY
    Section 2BusKanmangafuchi～Tamozawa Imperial Villa Memorial Park200JPY
    Section 3BusTamozawa Imperial Villa Memorial Park～Tobu Nikko Station350JPY
    Total770JPY

    Tour Report by Yumi

    Hello! My name is Yumi. The Nikko area, Nasu area, in Tochigi Prefecture, and Aizu and Shirakawa area in Fukushima prefecture, where I will be guiding you, are not only surrounded by beautiful nature in all four seasons but are also full of historical attractions. Nikko, in particular, is a great place to learn about the culture and history that has shaped Japan to this day. In order for you to truly enjoy your day, I am flexible to your wishes and will prepare your day to be a great day. Because I am a local guide, you will surely see some sights that are not in the guidebooks. Is local food one of your favorite parts of your trip? I am also a sushi-making instructor for foreigners, so food is one of my specialties. I am also a certified sake navigator. Why don’t you come and enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with me?

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    Jul 1, 2026
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    A wonderful day!
    We had a wonderful time exploring Nikko.
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    Apr 7, 2026
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  • Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    June, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:40 Meet at Hotel Hakone-en. From there, take the Izuhakone Bus and get off at Yunessun. Okada Museum of Art. Take the bus from Kowakien and get off at Hakone Sekisho. Maruyama Bussan Yosegi Zaiku (marquetry) tour and shopping. Move to Motohakone by bus. From here, put them in a taxi to return to the hotel, and disband before 2 o'clock.

    Title: What Is a Rainy-Day Private Hakone Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests initially arrived and expressed concern about sightseeing in heavy rain. I explained that we would avoid walking tours in the rain and focus mainly on the museum and Maruyama, and after obtaining their agreement, the group set out together. At the Okada Museum of Art, the guests were overwhelmed and deeply impressed by its extensive exhibits, and they thanked me, saying it had been an excellent choice. At Maruyama Bussan, the guests were delighted with the presentation. Please see the photos for how it went. Afterward, I had planned for lunch, but the heavy rain had caused severe flooding on the roads, making walking difficult. A local person advised that buses might stop running and that it would be better to return to the hotel before that happened, so I explained this to the guests, who fully agreed. We took a bus to Moto-Hakone, the closest point to the hotel, and I put them in a taxi to return to the hotel.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusHakone-en～Yunessun880JPY
    Section 2BusKowakien～Hakone Sekisho660JPY
    Section 3BusHakone Sekisho～Motohakone200JPY
    Total1,740JPY

    Tour Report by Hiro

    I am Hiroki Morikawa :Hiro:, English guide living with my wife ,just a hop skip and jump from Hakone, Kamakura, Tokyo and the Mt. Fuji.
    I am a friendly grandfather of 4 grandchildren.
    I would love to help you enjoy Japan, using my 3 strong points.
    First: I am used to dealing with any kind of matters. I have experienced various situations in the 40 years of my working life.
    Second: I am good at making a friendly atmosphere between you and local people to help you enjoy Japan. I was raised in western Japan, studied in northern Japan and now live in central Japan. So I know various local cultures and dialects to communicate with a wide variety of people.
    Third: I can explain things from a technical point of view.
    For example, how the Great Buddha was constructed, because I am a master of engineering graduated from Hokkaido University.
    Please enjoy Japan with me. See you soon!!
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    Jun 30, 2026
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  • Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage in 1 Day by Car

    Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage in 1 Day by Car

    Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage in 1 Day by Car with Licensed Guide

    June, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 10:00 Meet up @Kii-Tanabe Station
    • 2. 11:30 @Kumano Hongu Taisha
    • 3. 11:45 @Oyunohara
    • 4. 12:30 @Kamikura Shrine
    • 5. 12:45 @Kumano Hayatama Taisha
    • 6. 14:30 @Daimon-zaka
    • 7. 15:15 @Kumano Nachi Taisha
    • 8. 15:45 @Hiryu Shrine
    • 9.18:00 Disband @Kii-Tanabe Station

    What Is a Private Kumano Kodo Day Tour Like from Kii-Tanabe? A Licensed Guide's Report The tour began under a heavy rain advisory, which made for an anxious start. During the downpour, the spray thrown up by oncoming trucks made it nearly impossible to see the road ahead, which was quite frightening for the guests and me alike, but thanks to the driver's safe handling, we were able to complete the entire itinerary. Since a round trip from Kii-Tanabe takes about four hours in total, only about four hours remained for the tour itself, but I wanted the guests to experience at least a part of the Kumano Kodo, so we walked the Daimon-zaka slope. The guests were delighted, saying they had never expected to be able to walk this route. On the way back, the driver took the coastal route, so we were also able to see the Hashigui-iwa rocks in Kushimoto. The guests were very pleased. I am truly glad we were able to complete the tour safely.

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    Tour Report by YUKA

    Hi! My name is YUKA. I’ve got the government license in 2018 and joined a half year traning to do the guide. But a half year later I started my carreer, Covid came. I should have given up guiding. During the Covid, I’ve read many books and made my own materials to explain Japanese culture, history, etc. I love guiding because the guests expand my horizon all the time and let me know their own country and culture, etc. It is really important for us all to know each other and respect each other to make this world peace. Thank you for coming to Japan! Let’s enjoy Japan together!

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  • Osaka in Half a Day: Kuromon Market　Stay　

    Osaka in Half a Day: Kuromon Market　Stay　

    Osaka Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    June, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00～10:30　Travel　Dobutsuen-mae～Nippombashi　190 yen
    • 10:30～11:10　Kuromon Market　Stay　
    • 11:10～12:00　Dotonbori　Hozenji Yokocho　Sennichimae　Stay
    • 12:00～12:40　Shinsaibashi　Amerikamura　Stay
    • 12:40～13:00　Travel　Namba～Ebisucho　190 yen
    • 13:00～13:30　Tsutenkaku　Tower Knives Osaka　Stay
    • 13:30～13:30　Dismissal

    **Title:** What's a Private Walking Tour of Osaka Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Kuromon Market, Dotonbori, and Shinsekai **Body:** A weather warning had been issued this morning, but since public transportation was still running, I headed to the guests' hotel as planned. I later realized that the guests had sent an email asking to push the start time back after I had already left home. The forecast indicated the rain would gradually stop, so starting at 10:00 posed no problem, and we began at 10:00. (In cases like today, would it have been better to accommodate a sudden same-day change to the start time? In reality, I come from the direction of Wakayama City and make sure to arrive near the guests' hotel about 30 minutes early, so I would have had no choice but to wait around locally.) As we strolled through the covered Kuromon Market, the rain let up, and by the time we walked around Dotonbori and Amerikamura, we were able to explore without umbrellas. By email, the guests had mentioned they would visit Osaka Castle and Shitennoji Temple on their own and asked me to guide them around Kuromon Market and Dotonbori, but additional requests came up such as Amerikamura, Den Den Town, Tsutenkaku, and Tower Knives, so I centered the tour around Ebisucho and covered Den Den Town and the Tsutenkaku area, keeping in mind an easy route back to the guests' hotel. Some of the guests wanted to take their time shopping in Amerikamura, but another of the guests told them they could come back later to take their time, so we quickly covered the places we wanted to see. After that, I showed them the way to Den Den Town and we parted ways.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainDobutsuen-mae～Nippombashi190JPY
    Section 2TrainNamba～Ebisucho190JPY
    Total380JPY

    Tour Report by Yuki

    Hi! I’m an official English guide in Wakayama prefecture. I’m also a national guide as well. I’d like to expand my guide area to help tourists.
    The town of Osaka offers a different atmosphere than Tokyo. I like both exciting Osaka and nature-filled Wakayama Prefecture.
    If you stay in Osaka for 3 days, you can go to Koyasan for one day, or even for a day trip, so I recommend sightseeing at Koyasan.
    If you are tired of the hustle and bustle of the big city, the nature of Koyasan will relax you.
    I will introduce you to the unique culture, history and must-see sights.

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

    June, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00　Meet at the Hotel
    • 9:10　Take a taxi to the museum
    • 9:15　Arrive at the museum
    • 　　　Museum, monument tour
    • 11:50　End of monument tour
    • 12:00　Okonomiyaki at Benbei
    • 12:40　End of lunch
    • 12:45　Take the Astram Line to Shin-Hakushima
    • 13:03　From Shin-Hakushima to Miyajimaguchi
    • 13:26　Arrive at Miyajimaguchi
    • 13:33　Arrive at Miyajima
    • 16:44　From Miyajimaguchi to Hiroshima Station
    • 17:00　Disperse at Araiguchi

    Can You Do a Private Family Tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima? A Licensed Guide's Report [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) guide led a private tour for a group visiting Japan from North America. Some of the guests had a strong personal connection to Japan and were quite fond of the country. One of the guests had an interest in omikuji fortune slips, and having drawn an excellent fortune ("daikichi") at Miyajima the previous year, they had kept it carefully. This year they again drew the same excellent fortune, which brought great joy. Some of the guests looked very carefully at the exhibits, especially those explaining how radiation affects the human body.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainHondori～Shin-Hakushima190JPY
    Section 2TrainShin-Hakushima～Miyajimaguchi330JPY
    Total520JPY

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