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  • Nara in One Day: Kofukuji Temple & Nara National Museum

    Nara in One Day: Kofukuji Temple & Nara National Museum

    Nara Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    August, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Meeting point: JR Nara Station
    • 10:15 Sightseeing ①: Kofukuji Temple
    • 11:15 Sightseeing ②: Todaiji Temple
    • 12:00 Lunch: "Yumekaze Hiroba" (near Nandaimon Gate)
    • 13:15 Sightseeing ③: Kasuga Taisha Shrine
    • 14:30 Sightseeing ④: Nara National Museum
    • 16:00 Dismissal: JR Nara Station

    Title: What Is a Private Day Tour from Kyoto to Nara Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting Japan while based in Asia. Right after I was assigned as the guide, I was in contact with the person listed as the guest representative in the "detailed information," but it turned out that this person was not one of the actual guests but a friend communicating on their behalf. With advice and support from the staff at [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/), I was finally able to reach the actual guests only shortly before the tour date (two days prior), so it was truly a nerve-wracking, "walking on thin ice" start. The day before the tour, I received a message saying that it would be difficult to arrive in Nara by 9:00, and asking to change the meeting time to around 10:00. Since the meeting time is an important matter, I should ideally have reported it to [Japan Guide Agency](https://www.j-g-a.org/) in advance, but there was no time to do so, and out of respect for the guests' wishes I changed the meeting time from 9:00 to 10:00 and the guiding hours from 9:00–15:00 to 10:00–16:00. Please accept this as an after-the-fact report. On the day of the tour itself, another "cold sweat" situation occurred. There had been several exchanges about whether to travel from Kyoto to Nara by the JR line or the Kintetsu line, and in our prior communication I had proposed meeting at Kintetsu Nara, which is close to Kofukuji Temple, and had confirmed this with the guests. However, just before I arrived at Kintetsu Nara Station on the day, I received a message from the guests saying they were heading to JR Nara Station and that it would take about 15 minutes to reach Kintetsu Nara, so they asked me to wait. Given this situation, I judged it best to go ahead and meet them at JR Nara, so I moved to JR Nara Station and was able to greet the group safely. Although there were various risk factors in the prior communication, once I met them at JR Nara everything proceeded smoothly through the entire itinerary, and the guests were basically satisfied. Above all, the two younger members of the group were full of curiosity, friendly, and lively, which I think was a major factor in making this tour enjoyable. With tours that include younger guests, there is always some concern about unexpected accidents due to high energy or changes in their condition, but as long as careful attention is paid to those points, I feel a very enjoyable tour can be had. This time too, it was a very fun and pleasant tour.

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    Tour Report by Nori

    Hi, everyone! I’m Norifumi Kamon, a government registered guide interpreter. Please call me “Nori”, or “Kamon-san”.
    Let me introdece myself. I was born on April 17th in 1952 in Miyazaki prefecture in Kyushu island. I used to be an English teacher of Osaka Prefectural high school. When I retired from a teacher ten years ago, I decided to get a professional guide license. I wanted to play a role of the bridge between Japanese people and the people from all over the world as a second life of mine. After two years efforts, I finally got the guide license. Since then, I have guided several handreds of foreign people mainly in Kyoto and Nara for about five years except Corona Pandemic period. Almost all the tourists were deeply impressed by the beauty of nature, traditoin, culture, and art of Japan. I can surely help you enjoy and be satisfied with the sightseeing in Japan. And I’m looking forward to seeing you soon.

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    Aug 10, 2026
    Paul_H
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    Highlights of Kyoto.
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  • Kamakura Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Kamakura Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Kamakura Customized Private Tour in 1 Day, Licensed Guide

    August, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 10:30 Meet up @ JR Kamakura Station East Exit
    • 2. 10:35 Travel: Train
    • 3. 11:00 Visit @ Hasedera Temple
    • 4. 12:00 Visit @ Kotokuin Temple
    • 5. 12:25 Lunch @ Hase Shokudo
    • 6. 13:10 Travel: Train
    • 7. 13:30 Visit @ Enoshima
    • 8. 15:50 Travel: Train
    • 9. 16:20 Disband @ JR Kamakura Station West Exit

    What Is a Private Day Tour of Kamakura and Enoshima Like? A Licensed Guide's Report Following a request in the previous message to see something other than temples and shrines, I decided to incorporate Enoshima into the latter half of the course. I kept the relatively distinctive Hasedera Temple and Kotoku-in in the itinerary and guided the group there first, and after having lunch in Hase, I took them to Enoshima. Before lunch, I learned that the guests preferred certain foods and that one of them had a peanut allergy, so I paid very close attention when selecting from the menu. I regularly use Hase Shokudo, and I was able to confirm that the meat used in their curry is chicken and that no nuts such as peanuts are used, so I could recommend it with confidence. It had been more than ten years since I last visited Enoshima, but there had been no major changes, so I was able to guide the group without any problems. It was especially well received by the group. This time I guided them all the way to the Iwaya Caves, but as the stairs are steep and demanding, I felt that depending on the age of the guests it might be better to leave this off the course. I also learned that when accompanying guests, a guide can visit the caves free of charge with a special ticket by presenting a guide license, which was useful to know.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainKamakura Station～Hase Station200JPY
    Section 2TrainHase Station～Enoshima Station260JPY
    Section 3TrainEnoshima Station～Kamakura Station260JPY
    Total720JPY

    Tour Report by Sam

    Hi. My name is Masafumi Miyazaki. Please call me “Sam”. I am a government-licensed guide.
    I was born in Tokyo and was raised in the suburbs of Tokyo called Tama area. When I was in university, I majored in western dramas, so I am good at playing like an actor.
    I like reading, listening to the music, and walking. I belong to several walking clubs, and sometimes I guide the members around Tokyo.
    One of my strengths as a guide is that I know well about kombu, Japanese kelps. In December every year, I work at a traditional kombu shop in Tsukiji Fish Market. At that shop, I learned a lot of things related to kombu or other ingredients for washoku. I can explain the different characteristics of them to you.
    Also, I am familiar with Japanese flowers and plants. If you stroll around a Japanese garden with me, I am sure you will be able to enjoy beautiful flowers and unique plants in every season.
    I look forward to meeting you. Thank you.

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    Sep 29, 2026
    Y9791IZnicks
    Making the most of a rainy day
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    910lorig
    Best experience for a perfect day in Tokyo!
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    Highly recommend 👍
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    First Day In Tokyo
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  • Okinawa: Shurijo Castle & Peace Memorial Park

    Okinawa: Shurijo Castle & Peace Memorial Park

    Okinawa Battlefields & Peace Memorial Tour, Licensed Guide

    August, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • August 3, Saturday　Marcella Otto 2 Adults 9:00-15:00　
    • No dietary restrictions
    • No walking difficulties
    • Sushi and local food
    • 9:00 Depart from DoubleTree by Hilton Naha Shuri Castle
    • Drive 5min.
    • 9:10-10:00 Shurijo Castle
    • Drive 20min.
    • 10:20-11:10 Former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters
    • Drive 25min.
    • 11:40-13:40 Okinawa World
    • 12:30-13:00 Okinawa Drum and Dance Performance
    • 13:00-13:40 Lunch
    • Drive 10min.
    • 13:50-14:30 Peace Memorial Park
    • Drive 30min.
    • 15:00 Back to Hotel

    What Is a Private Okinawa Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report 30–33°C, sunny. The guests were visitors from North America. Although it was hot, they thoroughly enjoyed the itinerary. The guests were very fond of traveling and, after Okinawa, planned to visit Tokyo, Hakone, Kyoto, and Osaka, so they asked many questions about places beyond Okinawa as well. They listened attentively throughout. One of the guests was quite knowledgeable about World War II, understanding both the Greater East Asia Co-Prosperity Sphere concept and the attack on Pearl Harbor. Since there was strong interest in the war, that topic became the main focus of our conversation.

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    Tour Report by Yoshi

    Hello from Japan!
    I’m Yoshi, 55 years old, male.
    I was born in Tokyo and I’ve lived in Okinawa for over 30 years.
    I have been a language teacher, musician, interpreter, diving instructor, and tour guide for so many years.
    As an English guide, I enjoy visiting all the beautiful places in all over Japan, talking about Japan, also learning something new from you.
    I always learn something new every time I go on the tour.
    Not only I give you information of Japan, but at the same time, I can learn about Japan from your perspective.
    This is the joy I get when I go with you.
    I will try my best to make your tour a memorable one for you.
    Let’s start from here together to plan your tour.
    Please feel free to contact me anytime.

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    Aug 14, 2024
    Shubha_I
    Great Okinawa intro
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  • Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour

    Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour

    Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    August, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1.09:00@Cocoshuku Akasaka
    • 2.09:30@Meiji Shrine
    • 3.10:30@Takeshita Street
    • 4.11:10@Shibuya
    • 5.12:30@Asakusa
    • 6.13:00 Dismissal@Asakusa

    What Is a Private Family Day Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Meiji Shrine, Shibuya, and Asakusa The guests were a group who had arrived the previous day. They said Meiji Shrine was beautiful and enjoyed strolling through it. Some of the guests loved Pokémon and anime goods, so at Takeshita Street they enjoyed buying merchandise and trying the gashapon machines. In Shibuya, they experienced the Shibuya Crossing and shopped at the Pokémon Center in Parco, and the guests looked very happy. Perhaps because of the heat, it was less crowded than usual. After that, we went to Asakusa, where I guided them to spots such as Senso-ji Temple, Nakamise Street, and the five-story pagoda. As they were hungry, I showed them to a restaurant in Asakusa, and then we parted ways. Afterwards they went on their own to teamLab Planets, and they plan to visit Kyoto tomorrow. Perhaps because of the heat, everywhere seemed less crowded than usual. I believe the whole group was able to enjoy the day together.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayAkasaka～Meiji-jingumae178JPY
    Section 2SubwayMeiji-jingumae～Shibuya178JPY
    Section 3SubwayShibuya～Asakusa252JPY
    Total608JPY

    Tour Report by FUMIKO

    Hello, I am Fumiko, an English-speaking Tourist Guide. I have been guiding foreign visitors science 2016. Please let me know your bucket lists whiles you are staying in Japan and what you are interested in. I will make the best plan for you. This is an once in a lifetime experience for you. As for myself, I love traveling, meeting people, eating local food, drinking, history, and art. I am learning Ikebana, traditional Japanese-style flower arrangement, and tea ceremony. I also love sports, especially tennis. I like children, so I can teach them some origami, folding paper. I am looking forward to hearing from you and seeing you in Japan.

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    Sep 29, 2026
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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

    August, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1) 11:00 Meet up @ Hotel (26-1 Sakuragaokacho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)
    • 2) 11:50 Meiji Shrine
    • 3) 12:40 Harajuku / Omotesando
    • 4) 14:30 Imperial Palace Main Gate
    • 5) 15:30 Akihabara / Lunch @ Suzuya Akihabara Branch
    • 6) 16:40 Asakusa <Nakamise Shopping Street / Sensoji Temple>
    • 7) 17:20 Disband @ Sensoji Temple Main Hall (2-3 2-chome, Taito-ku, Tokyo)

    Title: What Is a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Meiji Shrine, Harajuku, Akihabara, and Asakusa The guests were visitors from Asia. All prior communication had been handled through an overseas travel agency, and my concerns proved warranted: when we met at the hotel, it turned out that my emails had never reached the guests at all (fortunately, the agency did notify me of a hotel change the day before the tour). I explained the tour itinerary, and after one of the guests returned to the room to get a wallet, we started the tour about 20 minutes late. While visiting places such as Meiji Shrine and Harajuku, the guests shared many things with me (they had already visited western Japan and the fifth station of Mount Fuji, and told me about local customs, traditional clothing, food, and more). The guests had also studied Japanese history in advance. After a late lunch in Akihabara, the guests, being anime fans, browsed for figures. During our walk in Harajuku, one guest's sandals gave out (I had always recommended wearing sneakers in prior communication and suggested it again at the start of the tour, but was told they had not brought any), so we made a quick stop at a shoe store to buy some. Apart from that, there were no particular problems, and we parted ways in front of the main hall of Senso-ji Temple. The guests were cheerful, good-humored, and easygoing, and it was a pleasure to guide them.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Free PassTokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line Shibuya Station～Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line Kita-sando Station600JPY
    Section 2Free PassTokyo Metro Chiyoda Line Meiji-jingumae Station～Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line Omote-sando Station0JPY
    Section 3Free PassTokyo Metro Chiyoda Line Meiji-jingumae Station～Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line Nijubashimae Station0JPY
    Section 4Free PassTokyo Metro Chiyoda Line Nijubashimae Station～Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line Akihabara Station0JPY
    Section 5Free PassTokyo Metro Ginza Line Suehirocho Station～Tokyo Metro Ginza Line Asakusa Station0JPY
    Total600JPY

    Tour Report by Tachi

    Hi! I’m a local guide in Tokyo and have been working as a licensed tour guide for almost 10 years. I love helping guests discover the “real Japan” beyond the guidebooks. I enjoy showing guests both famous sights and places that many tourists miss. My tours are based on your interests and can include not only famous sightseeing spots, but also local neighborhoods, culture, history, and everyday life in Japan. I also help guests enjoy Japanese cultural activities and make communication easier. If you’d like vegan or gluten-free meals, let me help you find suitable restaurants in Tokyo. If you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions, please feel free to let me know in advance. I look forward to showing you around Tokyo!

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    Sep 6, 2026
    Paullyb
    Highly professional and relaxed tour exceeding our expectations
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    Jun 19, 2026
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  • Okinawa: Extra 2 hours) & Churaumi Aquarium 2180JPYx4

    Okinawa: Extra 2 hours) & Churaumi Aquarium 2180JPYx4

    Okinawa Battlefields & Peace Memorial Tour, Licensed Guide

    August, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • August 2 Friday. Shubha Iyengar 4 people
    • 10:00-18:00 (Extra 2 hours)
    • Rental Car Toyota Voxy 17800JPY plus Fuel 4000JPY = 21800JPY
    • 10:00 Depart from Hotel Halekulani Okinawa
    • Drive 20min.
    • 10:20-10:50 Cape Manzamo 100JPYx4
    • https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1120809-d1232982-Reviews-Cape_Manzamo-Onna_son_Kunigami_gun_Okinawa_Prefecture.html
    • Drive 20min.
    • 11:10-12:10 Ryukyu Mura 2000JPYx4
    • https://www.ryukyumura.co.jp/official/en/
    • Drive 60min. Highway Toll 500JPY
    • 13:10-13:50 Lunch at Pizza in the Sky
    • https://kajinhou.com/english/
    • Drive 10min.
    • 14:00-15:00 Nakijinjo Castle Ruins 600JPYx4
    • https://visitokinawajapan.com/discover/world-heritage-top/nakijin-castle-ruins/
    • Drive 15min.
    • 15:15-16:30 Churaumi Aquarium 2180JPYx4
    • https://churaumi.okinawa/en/
    • Drive 90min. Highway Toll 940JPY
    • 18:00 Kokusaidori End of Tour

    Title: What Is a Private Okinawa Sightseeing Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting Okinawa. It was sunny with temperatures of 30–33 degrees. They arrived 20 minutes after the meeting time, looking tired. When I asked, I learned that they had arrived in Okinawa late the previous night and the group was experiencing jet lag. Some of the guests slept during most of the transfers, so I mainly conversed with one member of the group, who had previously worked as an English conversation instructor for two years in Japan and had learned a good deal of Japanese. The itinerary was intended for taking many photos, but due to jet lag and the heat, they soon wanted to move to places with air conditioning. I tried talking about the history of Okinawa, but they did not seem very interested. One member of the group wanted to show the others many things, but the others wanted to return to the Hotel soon.

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    Tour Report by Yoshi

    Hello from Japan!
    I’m Yoshi, 55 years old, male.
    I was born in Tokyo and I’ve lived in Okinawa for over 30 years.
    I have been a language teacher, musician, interpreter, diving instructor, and tour guide for so many years.
    As an English guide, I enjoy visiting all the beautiful places in all over Japan, talking about Japan, also learning something new from you.
    I always learn something new every time I go on the tour.
    Not only I give you information of Japan, but at the same time, I can learn about Japan from your perspective.
    This is the joy I get when I go with you.
    I will try my best to make your tour a memorable one for you.
    Let’s start from here together to plan your tour.
    Please feel free to contact me anytime.

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    Aug 14, 2024
    Shubha_I
    Great Okinawa intro
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  • Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour

    Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour

    Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    August, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • Hotel → Sensoji Temple, Asakusa Shrine → Imperial Palace Outer Garden, Sakuradamon → Lunch @ Kappo Dining Nami → Hotel

    What Is a Private Tokyo Tour Like on a Hot Summer Day? A Licensed Guide's Report It was an extremely hot day, but while paying close attention to staying hydrated, I guided the guests visiting from North America through the itinerary as planned. At Asakusa, the guests purchased a variety of Japanese souvenirs and were very satisfied. As I always find, since everyone has their own food preferences, choosing a facility with many restaurants gives more options and tends to result in higher satisfaction for lunch. This time as well, we walked around and looked at the restaurants that caught their interest, such as okonomiyaki, tonkatsu, and Japanese set meals, checking the menus and how long the lines were, and the guests enjoyed a Japanese set meal.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayShimbashi～Asakusa209JPY
    Section 2SubwayAsakusa～Nijubashi286JPY
    Section 3TrainTokyo～Shimbashi146JPY
    Total641JPY

    Tour Report by Yuki

    Hello, I’m Yukie Tachibana, national licensed tour guide living in Yokohama with my family. Please call me Yuki. I have been working as a tour guide for 5years mainly around Tokyo, Kanagawa, for example, Hakone, Kamakura, Yokohama and Kawasaki. I have had an experience of attending a lot of foreign visitors from all over the world in both private and group tours for sightseeing and business in one to multi-days. I’m able to arrange the tour for you, so please feel free to ask me your favorite plan in Japan as to spot, food and some activities. I like to see Buddhist statues in temples so I’d like to introduce our history and culture. Also because I like Japanese animation and character, and animals, I can take you to some shops for the animation and animal cafes that are so popular among tourists. Looking forward to seeing you soon and share wonderful time in Japan! Thank you.

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    May 1, 2026
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    Oct 17, 2025
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  • Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour

    Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour

    Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    August, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Hotel – 11:10 Fukagawa Fudodo – 11:50 Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine – 12:30 Imperial Palace East Gardens – 13:00 Lunch – 14:20 Omotesando (disband)

    Title: What Is a First Day of a Private Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America, on the first day of a private tour of Japan lasting a little under one week. In the hotel lobby, I gave an overview of Japanese history and culture. While there was little interest in topics such as the emperor or the samurai governments, the words "ninja" and "samurai" drew a reaction, so I made and presented an origami samurai helmet as a gift. At lunch, the rice and miso soup were left largely untouched, but I was surprised to see an adult-sized pork loin tonkatsu completely finished. When I took the group to a Hello Kitty shop, I saw eyes light up, and after that we parted ways.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayToranomon Hills～Monzen-nakacho178JPY
    Section 2SubwayMonzen-nakacho～Otemachi178JPY
    Section 3SubwayOtemachi～Omotesando178JPY
    Total534JPY

    Tour Report by Michio

    Welcome to Japan. My name is Michio, your tour guide in Tokyo and Japan. I was born and grown up in Tokyo, and still living in western suburb of Tokyo with my wife, except for 10 years outside of Japan travelling and living in 60 countries. So I might have visited your country and still remember a few words.
    Japan has unique history, nature and culture, and there are plenty of secrets and wonders behind them such as food culture, Zen and Ninja.
    So please explore and discover the hidden and most beautiful part of Japan together. Let’s experience!

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    Oct 25, 2025
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    Oct 24, 2025
    410trishab
    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 10/10 — Outstanding Tour with Michio and Nobuhiko!
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    Oct 11, 2025
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    We enjoyed our time in Tokyo with Michio our tour guide.
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    Oct 10, 2025
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    Sushi for breakfast at 630am? Yes please!!
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  • Hiroshima in Half a Day: Miyajima & Omote-sando street

    Hiroshima in Half a Day: Miyajima & Omote-sando street

    Miyajima Half-Day Customized Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    August, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 13:00 Meet at Candeo Hiroshima
    • 14:20 Miyajima
    • 14:30 Itsukushima Shrine
    • 15:10 Daigan-ji Temple
    • 15:30 Daisho-in Temple
    • 16:00 Omote-sando street
    • 17:30 End the tour at Hiroshima station stop

    Title: What Is a Private Hiroshima Walking Tour Like in Summer? A Licensed Guide's Report It started to rain at the beginning of the tour, but it stopped almost immediately. The guest had come to Japan during this season specifically to take part in the lantern floating ceremony on the 6th. The guest mentioned planning a day trip to Osaka the next day, and had decided against visiting Kyoto after seeing on social media that it was extremely crowded with tourists. I recommended the Kansai-Hiroshima Pass. The guest said that on the next visit to Japan, they would absolutely like to come during the cherry blossom season. Since the guest had downloaded the Suica App, we were able to travel smoothly. Having just arrived in Japan the previous night, the guest looked quite tired. We ended the tour at Hiroshima Station so the guest could purchase tickets for the coming days.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainHatchobori～Nishi-Hiroshima220JPY
    Section 2TrainNishi-Hiroshima～Miyajimaguchi330JPY
    Section 3TrainMiyajimaguchi～Hiroshima420JPY
    Total970JPY

    Tour Report by Michi

    Hi. I’m Michi. I’m a national licensed tour guide in English.
    I want to introduce many faces and charms of Japan and make your stay in Japan more fascinating and satisfying.

    I was born and raised in Hiroshima. My first tour in English was as a volunteer guide for the visitors to my school when I was a junior high school student. It gave me a great opportunity to study about the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima.
    I spent my life in Hiroshima except for 6 years; 1 year in the UK as a student and 5 years working in Singapore and Malaysia. During this period I enjoyed meeting and talking with people from different cultural backgrounds.
    These experiences encouraged me to be a licensed tour guide.

    In Hiroshima, there are two famous World Heritage Sites, the Atomic Bomb Dome in the Hiroshima Peace Memorial & Itsukushima Shrine in Miyajima.
    I have experienced many tours of the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum & Park since I was a junior high school student. I would like to introduce you to the a-bomb legacies that are still existing in the city and the stories under the mushroom cloud.
    I also would like to share time with you on a historic island, Miyajima. There is one of the most famous Shinto shrines, the Itsukushima Shrine. We can share an enjoyable time by exploring a sacred atmosphere, tradition, nature, food, etc.

    I am also an official ‘A-bomb legacy successor’ designated by the City of Hiroshima. An A-bomb Legacy Successor is a memory keeper of the A-bomb survivors. To ensure that the A-bomb survivors’ experiences and desires for peace are faithfully inherited and shared with as many people as possible, the City has started a three-year training program for official ‘A-bomb Legacy Successors. ‘

    Let me support your stay in Japan and I look forward to showing you the best of Japan!
    Hope to see you soon!

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    Jan 2, 2025
    georgeweller
    Excellent tour by a very knowledgeable guide
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    Nov 8, 2024
    Andrew M
    Awesome experience! Michi was the best guide!
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    Awesome day! Michi was an amazing guide!
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    Sep 16, 2024
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  • Kyoto: Kiyomizu-dera Temple Shopping & Bamboo Grove

    Kyoto: Kiyomizu-dera Temple Shopping & Bamboo Grove

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide

    August, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00　Meet at the hotel
    • 10:30　Kiyomizu-dera Temple　Shopping
    • 12:40　Board via Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka
    • 14:30　Lunch in Arashiyama
    • 15:30　Bamboo Grove
    • 16:00　Hotel　Dismissal

    Title: What Is a Private Kyoto Tour Like in Summer? A Licensed Guide's Report on Kiyomizu-dera, Sannenzaka, and the Bamboo Grove The guests wished to do some shopping, so I took them to a kimono shop on Kiyomizu-zaka and to a ceramics store. They found items they liked and made purchases, and seemed very satisfied. At Kiyomizu-dera, I guided the group to interesting spots that would help them forget the heat and that would be enjoyable for everyone. They also liked the atmosphere of Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka, and stopped by various shops. At the bamboo grove they had requested, they took many photos and had a wonderful time. I asked the driver to bring the car around to the next destination so that the group could move around as comfortably as possible in the intense heat.

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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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