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  • Osaka: Danjo Garan & Shinsaibashi Daimaru department store

    Osaka: Danjo Garan & Shinsaibashi Daimaru department store

    Mt. Koya Day Trip from Osaka by Car with Licensed Guide

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:30 pick you up in the lobby of your hotel "ANA Crowne Plaza Osaka"
    • 10:40 taxi starts
    • 12:50 Danjo Garan
    • 13:20 Kongobuji Temple
    • 14:20 (Lunch)
    • 15:10 (taxi)
    • 15:20 Okunoin
    • 15:40 (taxi)
    • 17:45 return to your hotel
    • 18:15 Shinsaibashi Daimaru department store
    • ** Tour end **

    What Is a Private Koyasan Day Trip from Osaka Like? A Licensed Guide's Report 1. The group gathered and it was decided that three taxis would depart at the same time, with six of the guests riding in my taxi. 2. In the taxi I introduced Koyasan as a sacred site of Buddhism, but the guests did not seem to be familiar with Koyasan at all. 3. After arriving at the Danjo Garan complex, the three groups were guided separately. 4. At the guests' request, all of the group had lunch together (at a restaurant called Hanabishi). 5. We started to head toward Okunoin, but since some of the guests did not feel comfortable walking through a cemetery, we turned back partway and decided to return to Osaka. Some of the guests from another group also joined, and eight of us headed to the hotel. 6. After arriving at the hotel, some of the guests wanted to go shopping, so I guided them to the Daimaru department store in Shinsaibashi, and the tour ended.

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    Tour Report by HIDEYOSHI

    Hello, I’m HIDEo YOSHIda. Please call me HIDEYOSHI, the same name as a famous shogun who unified Japan for the first time in 1590.
    I was born in Kobe, worked in Osaka for nearly 40 years. I would like to introduce you Kansai region, including Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe, Nara and Wakayama.
    In Kyoto, I can guide you Nijojo Castle, Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Kinkakuji Tempe (Golden Pavilion), Gion area, and Fushimi Inari Taisha.
    In Osaka, I’ll show you Osaka Castle, Shinsekai, Dotonbori, and Umeda Sky biilding. We have locall foods such as Kushikatau, Okonomiyaki and Takoyaki.
    In Kobe, I’ll take you to former foreign residential area, Sannomiya Shopping Street, Chinese Market, and Arima Onsen.
    In Nara, I’ll guide you Todaiji Temple, Kofukuji Temple, Kasuga Taisha, and Yakushiji Temple.
    In Wakayama, I take you to Koyasan, the center of Esoteric Buddhism.
    I enjoy guiding foreign tourists.
    I can show you Japanese history, especially samurai period, and Shinto and Buddhism.
    I’ve been looking forward to guiding you !!

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    Jun 1, 2026
    Stephan_F
    Viator review: Kyoto 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Great overview of the…
    Great overview of the highlights of Kyoto with…

    May 28, 2025
    terrym866
    Kyoto guided tour was as promised. Very knowledgeable guide and driver .
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    Oct 17, 2024
    katiya2017
    Walking visit in Kyoto
    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto Full-Day Private Tour (Osaka departure) with Government-Licensed Guide
    We booked a full day walking…

    Sep 29, 2024
    Roy_M
    Excellent tour of Kyoto
    Viator review: Kyoto 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    We had a very good private tour with…

  • Kyoto Japanese Gardens Private Tour

    Kyoto Japanese Gardens Private Tour

    Kyoto Japanese Gardens Private Tour with Licensed Guide

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 Hotel meet-up　9:25 Sanjusangendo　10:40 Higashiyama area (Yasaka Pagoda, Ninenzaka, Ishibei-koji, Yasaka Shrine)　12:10 Lunch (Shijo Kawaramachi) 13:30 Nijo Castle
    • 15:15 Tour ends near Kawaramachi Shijo

    What's a Private Kyoto Sightseeing Tour Like for First-Time Visitors? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visiting Japan from South America. Since a young child was part of the group and was sometimes carried in a stroller, moving around took some extra time, though it was not particularly difficult to manage. Some of the guests understood English while others spoke very little English, so those who understood English often helped by interpreting for the rest of the group. Rather than learning about Japanese history in depth, they preferred to see the main sightseeing spots at a relaxed but efficient pace. After visiting Nijo Castle, the guests wanted to do some shopping in an air-conditioned area, so I guided them toward the Shinkyogoku area, which has many department stores and souvenir shops, where the tour ended. The photo was taken at the sushi restaurant where we had lunch.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Free PassGion～Higashiyama Shichijo1,100JPY
    Section 2Free PassHigashiyama Shichijo～Kiyomizu-michi0JPY
    Section 3Free PassGion～Shijo Kawaramachi0JPY
    Section 4Free PassShijo Kawaramachi～Nijo Castle0JPY
    Section 5Free PassNijo Castle～Shijo Kawaramachi0JPY
    Total1,100JPY

    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
    Miguel_E
    Amazing Service
    Viator review: Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    We had a wonderful time with Kazuo.…

    Sep 27, 2026
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    TrailBlazer47194
    Kazuo Sumi is a great guide.
    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto Customized Full-Day Private Tour with Licensed Guide
    Our guide Kazuo Sumi…

    Sep 1, 2026
    Steve6172014
    Excellent tour of Kyoto
    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    We had a great tour…

    Aug 7, 2026
    Pascale_Q
    Viator review: Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide
    Very good private tour of Kyoto with Kazuo
    We had…

  • Tokyo in Half a Day: Tokyo Tower & Meiji Shrine

    Tokyo in Half a Day: Tokyo Tower & Meiji Shrine

    Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Ibis Styles Tokyo Ginza East meeting
    • 10:30 Asakusa, Sensoji Temple, Asakusa Shrine
    • 12:00 Tokyo Tower
    • 13:00 Azabudai Hills, Garden Plaza B
    • Lunch at Tonkatsu Kawamura
    • 14:30 Meiji Shrine
    • 15:30 Dismissal at Harajuku Station

    What Is a Private Full-Day Walking Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Asakusa, Meiji Shrine, and Shibuya The guests were visitors from Europe who were traveling in Japan. They were very interested in Japanese culture and history, listening attentively to the explanations and asking many questions. We discussed the destinations in advance by email and centered the itinerary around Asakusa and Meiji Shrine. Walking outside in the heat was demanding, but Tokyo Tower and Azabudai Hills were a great help as places to cool off. At Azabudai Hills, there were many lunch spots in Garden Plaza B and on the third floor of Tower Plaza, so the guests were able to choose a restaurant they liked. At the end, the guests wanted to visit the Shibuya crossing, so I explained how to get there and we parted ways at Harajuku Station.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayHatchobori～Asakusa286JPY
    Section 2SubwayAsakusa～Daimon220JPY
    Section 3SubwayKamiyacho～Meiji-jingumae178JPY
    Total684JPY

    Tour Report by YUMI

    I’m YUMI. Japan is full of history, nature and culture. I would like to talk about them from many aspects. When you have some questions, don’t hesitate to ask me. There’re many off the beaten paths in Japan. If you want to walk in a hidden local area, I’ll tailor the special course as you wish.
    Experiencing new foods is also one of many intriguing things during your trip. I would recommend anything from street foods such as Ramen, Yakitori to authentic Sushi or elegant courses. My policy is to cherish your feelings and time. Let’s enjoy talking and walking with me!

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    Jun 6, 2026
    Michelle0309
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Off the tourist track in Tokyo
    We had such a lovely time…

    May 25, 2026
    lynnv748
    Tripadvisor review: Hakone 6 hour Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Hakone was a highlight of our vacation
    We loved our day…

    May 20, 2026
    Suzana F
    Tripadvisor review: Tsukiji Food and Toyosu Market with Government-Licensed Guide
    We learned and enjoyed every minut
    Yumi was a fanty…

    May 14, 2026
    Robert_L
    Excellent tour with our outstanding guide, Yumi
    Viator review: Tokyo 6 hr Private Guided Tour & Tea Ceremony Experience
    Yumi is…

  • Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 09:25 Meet up@Rakuten STAY FUJIMI TERRACE
    • 2. 09:40 Stay@Lake Ashi Pirate Ship
    • 3. 10:15 Transfer: Private Vehicle
    • 4. 10:25 Stay@Owakudani
    • 5. 11:10 Transfer: Ropeway
    • 6. 11:35 Transfer: Private Vehicle
    • 7. 12:10 Lunch@Hatsuhana Soba
    • 8. 12:55 Stay@Hakone-Yumoto
    • 9. 13:45 Transfer: Private Vehicle
    • 10. 14:15 Stay@Hakone Shrine
    • 11. 15:15 Transfer: Private Vehicle
    • 12. 15:20 Disband@Rakuten STAY FUJIMI TERRACE

    Title: What Is a Private Hakone Day Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Lake Ashi and Owakudani The meeting-point hotel appeared to allow only guests inside, but the guests came to the parking area before the scheduled time, so we were able to meet up without any trouble. I had been told in advance that one of the guests could not walk long distances, and another member of the group constantly used a cane and seemed to find walking difficult. This time the guests had arranged a vehicle themselves, which was a great help. When there were sections where we had to walk, I made sure not to let too much distance open up within the group. Because the hotel was right next to Motohakone Port, we were able to board the first pirate ship of the day and I could guide everyone with plenty of time to spare. However, the group turned out to love shopping more than I expected, and we spent quite a lot of time at the souvenir shops in Hakone-Yumoto and Owakudani. On a normal tour without a vehicle, managing the schedule might have been a challenge. For lunch I chose a popular soba restaurant, and we were able to get a table without much of a wait. To let the guests enjoy the views, we took the pirate ship on Lake Ashi and rode the ropeway between Owakudani Station and Sounzan Station. I have attached the receipts for the pirate ship and the ropeway.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1FerryMotohakone Port～Togendai Port1,200JPY
    Section 2OtherOwakudani Station～Sounzan Station1,500JPY
    Total2,700JPY

    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
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
    Sam was a wonderful…

    Sep 25, 2026
    910lorig
    Best experience for a perfect day in Tokyo!
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    Best…

    Sep 15, 2026
    R8612KOjanicea
    Highly recommend 👍
    Tripadvisor review: Tsukiji & Asakusa Local Food Tour in 1 Day, Licensed Guide
    Our guide, Sam, was amazing!!…

    Sep 1, 2026
    greasygrandpa
    First Day In Tokyo
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
    Our tour guide Sam was very knowledgeable…

  • Kyoto: Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine & Nijo Castle

    Kyoto: Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine & Nijo Castle

    Kyoto Early Morning Customized Tour with Licensed Guide

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 7:00 Meet up @ Mimaru Kyoto Shinmachi Sanjo
    • 7:40-8:30 @ Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
    • 8:50-10:00 @ Gion Area
    • 10:30-11:15 @ Nijo Castle
    • 11:40 Disband @ In front of Kushikura Main Store

    Private Family Kyoto Day Tour with a Licensed Guide: Fushimi Inari, Gion, and Nijo Castle Report The guests were a group visiting from North America. Since they did not use IC transit cards, we bought individual tickets each time we moved between locations. Because we started early in the morning, Fushimi Inari Taisha was pleasantly uncrowded, though the sound of the cicadas was quite loud. Here, the guests purchased souvenirs including a festival lantern and torii-shaped ema plaques. Around the time we strolled through Gion, it gradually began to get hotter. There was little shade, and some of the guests grew tired and started sitting down on the road, so we wrapped things up promptly and headed to Nijo Castle. At Nijo Castle, one of the guests had apparently watched a documentary about the castle on a streaming service and already knew many things about the Ninomaru Palace. At the guests' request, we skipped the Ninomaru Garden. Since I had been informed of the guests' dietary requirements, for lunch I guided them to a restaurant specializing in chicken dishes and we parted ways in front of the restaurant.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayKarasuma Oike Station～Kyoto Station220JPY
    Section 2TrainKyoto Station～Inari Station150JPY
    Section 3TrainFushimi Inari Station～Gion-Shijo Station220JPY
    Section 4BusShijo Keihan～Nijojo-mae230JPY
    Section 5SubwayNijojo-mae～Karasuma Oike220JPY
    Total1,040JPY

    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
    498stephenq
    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    An enjoyable visit
    Really enjoyed our visit with Kaz. Friendly, informative, and…

    Apr 11, 2026
    V5131MFjodieh
    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Kyoto morning tour with Kaz
    Kaz (Kazuhiro) guided my family in historic…

    Oct 14, 2025
    Scenic61154406959
    Great Historical Perspective
    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Yoshida was excellent, he had a great knowledge of…

    Sep 29, 2025
    Jea L
    Excellent Tour of Kyoto with Kaz
    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
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  • Tokyo in Half a Day: Fukagawa Edo Museum

    Tokyo in Half a Day: Fukagawa Edo Museum

    Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00　From Hyatt Regency Tokyo to Kiyosumi-Shirakawa
    • 9:30　Visit the Fukagawa Edo Museum.
    • 11:30　Stroll around Sensoji Temple in Asakusa, then guide to the East Gardens and end work at the entrance at 13:00

    What Can You See on a 4-Hour Rainy-Day Private Tour of Tokyo? A Licensed Guide's Report Because it was rainy that day, I first took the guests to the indoor Fukagawa Edo Museum. Since the guests had expressed an interest in Japanese history, I brought them to this museum, which recreates the everyday life of ordinary people during the Edo period, and they showed great interest as I explained it. The guests were very pleased to imagine what life was like in the 17th century by touching Japanese houses and furniture that was actually used at the time, and by experiencing hands-on the weight of an iron kettle, the weight of a rice pot lid, and the weight of a mallet used for pounding mochi. In Asakusa, the guests seemed to enjoy the ningyo-yaki cakes. After visiting the temple, they also found the Shinto-style worship at a shrine very interesting and took part in it. Afterwards, I took them to the East Gardens, where the tour concluded. It was a 4-hour tour, and I believe the guests were very satisfied.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayTochomae～Kiyosumi-Shirakawa272JPY
    Section 2SubwayKiyosumi-Shirakawa～Asakusa286JPY
    Section 3SubwayAsakusa～Otemachi178JPY
    Total736JPY

    Tour Report by JIM

    Hello, my name is Hajime Shimizu. Please call me Jim.
    I was born in Kobe and spent my university years in Kyoto, a city steeped in history and tradition.
    With a passion for marathon running and photography, I’ve traveled the world capturing its beauty through my lens. What I truly enjoy, however, is welcoming distinguished guests like yourself to Japan, ensuring that your experience is both luxurious and unforgettable.
    I look forward to offering you a curated and bespoke journey through the wonders of Japan.
    See you soon.
    Hajime (Jim) Shimizu

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    Jun 27, 2024
    50pdd
    Great experience
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Jim is great tour guide.Explains history,culture and helps to buy…

    Jun 24, 2024
    Venture39971560424
    Our guide Jim created an itinerary around our interests
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    It was a…

    May 27, 2024
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    Unforgettable Japanese Journey with Jim: A Tour Worth Taking
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Jim proved to…

  • Tokyo in One Day: Hamarikyu Gardens & Tsukiji Market

    Tokyo in One Day: Hamarikyu Gardens & Tsukiji Market

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Meet @ Hotel Tokyo
    • 10:30 @ Hamarikyu Gardens
    • 12:00 @ Tsukiji Market
    • 12:40 Lunch @ Tsukiji Uogashi
    • 14:30 Disband @ Hotel Tokyo

    Tokyo Private Tour Report: What Can You See on a Custom One-Day Tokyo Tour with a Licensed Guide? The guests were visitors from North America. Based on our advance communication, we had planned to visit Asakusa, the Imperial Palace, Meiji Shrine, and Harajuku, but when we met, they told me that they had joined a bus tour the previous day and had already been to Asakusa and the Imperial Palace. Instead, since they enjoyed plants, we decided to visit Hamarikyu Gardens, and since one of the guests was interested in art and crafts, we also planned to visit the Traditional Crafts Aoyama Square. At Hamarikyu Gardens it was between flowering seasons, but they were able to see a little wisteria and iris. Moving along the fine gravel paths presented some difficulty, though they managed. They viewed the tidal pond and the tea house, and enjoyed some ice cream at the flower and tree garden. When I brought up Meiji Shrine while on the platform at Shiodome Station, they said they had been there the day before and kindly showed me their itinerary. Since it was just about lunchtime, we decided to see the market at Tsukiji before having lunch, so we headed to Tsukiji Market. Unfortunately, it seemed difficult to fully enjoy the Tsukiji shops. As they wanted to have tempura, we went to Tsukiji Uogashi, where one of the guests had a tempura rice bowl and the other had tonkatsu. When we discussed the afternoon plans, they said they were tired and wanted to return to the hotel early to rest, so I took them back to the hotel earlier than scheduled and ended the tour. As it was hot and getting around had been demanding, I was concerned that they both seemed tired, but once we arrived at the hotel they said they wanted to take a photo with me in the lobby and seemed to have recovered their energy, which was a relief. [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 1Free PassShiodome～Tsukiji Market900JPY
    Section 2Free PassTsukiji Market～Shiodome0JPY
    Total900JPY

    Tour Report by Mika

    I am your guide Mika for the private tour in Tokyo.
    I would be happy to help you enjoy Japanese culture and people’s everyday activities to the fullest. I like walking, especially visiting Japanese architectures and climbing mountains. I also have practiced Japanese traditional arts such as tea ceremony, flower arrangement, and calligraphy.
    When the tour day is approaching, I will send you a proposed itinerary.
    Please let me know your interests via e-mail. I will arrange the tour accordingly. I am looking forward to hearing from you.

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    May 17, 2024
    christinasN9168VZ
    Great trip!
    Tripadvisor review: Japan Guide Agency
    We had the wonderful trip today in Tokyo with our guide Mika. Visited Shinto…

  • Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour

    Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour

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

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • Port ~ Miyajima ~ Atomic Bomb Dome

    Title: What Is a Private Miyajima and Hiroshima Cruise-Port Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were very pleased with the sightseeing at Miyajima. They repeatedly remarked how beautiful and peaceful everywhere was. They also thoroughly enjoyed the oysters and momiji manju. Some of the guests had long wanted to come to Japan, and this cruise tour made a dream come true. Some of the guests had also visited Japan 15 years earlier and were amazed at how much it had changed. It was everyone's first visit to Hiroshima this time. At Miyajima, the timing coincided perfectly with the low tide and the incoming high tide, so on the way there we were able to walk out to the torii gate, and on the way back, as the seawater came in, we could see the torii gate floating on the water. The guests were deeply moved by that sight. Please note that there was an error in the meeting point listed in the tour information. It was not Ujina Port but Itsukaichi Port.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Free PassItsukaichi～Miyajimaguchi1,000JPY
    Total1,000JPY

    Tour Report by Masumi

    I hold certifications as a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter, Okinawa Government Licensed Guide Interpreter, and Authorized Tour Conductor. I commenced my tour guide business in 2010 and have since been guiding a diverse range of tours, including group, FIT, FAM, luxury, VIP, cruise ship port of call tours, through guide on board a cruise ship, and Golden Route through guide. I am capable of guiding for durations ranging from a single day to a month-long tour.

    My expertise lies in “food” and “sports”. I am adept at handling various themes such as Blue Zone tours, longevity food, wellness tours, AT, and more. Personally, I adhere to a gluten-free and vegan diet and am adaptable to accommodate Halal and other dietary requirements.

    Fluent in Mandarin for daily conversation, I take pride in my smile, hospitality, and physical strength. Additionally, I can smoothly navigate simultaneous interpretation between Japanese and English. I consistently approach my work with professionalism and passion, striving to provide the best possible experience for my guests.

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    Aug 3, 2026
    wiltn2026
    Tripadvisor review: Okinawa Shore Excursion: Custom Car Tour, Licensed Guide
    Worthy experience
    Had a great experience. Flexible itinerary with an wonderful…

  • Tokyo in One Day: Sensoji Temple & Meiji Shrine

    Tokyo in One Day: Sensoji Temple & Meiji Shrine

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:25　 Meet up @ Hotel Asakusa
    • 10:40　Sensoji Temple
    • 12:00　Imperial Palace
    • 12:50　Lunch @ Aoyuzutora (Marunouchi Building)
    • 14:20　Meiji Shrine
    • 15:30　Shibuya Scramble Crossing・Hachiko
    • 16:35　Disband @ Hotel Asakusa

    What Does a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour Look Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guest was a visitor from Europe who was in Japan for the second time. After sightseeing in Tokyo, the guest planned to travel to Kyoto. At Sensoji Temple, the guest showed interest in the Kaminarimon Gate and the many souvenir shops along Nakamise Street. At the Imperial Palace, the guest listened with great interest to explanations about the Meiji Restoration and the relationship between the Emperor and the Shogun. At Meiji Shrine, the guest seemed impressed by the grand and solemn atmosphere as well as the barrels of sake and wine. In Shibuya, the guest enjoyed taking photos of the Scramble Crossing. Since I responded exactly as the guest wished, I believe the guest was satisfied with the tour.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayAsakusa～Hibiya600JPY
    Section 2TrainTokyo～Harajuku210JPY
    Section 3SubwayMeiji-jingumae～Shibuya0JPY
    Section 4SubwayShibuya～Asakusa0JPY
    Total810JPY

    Tour Report by Seizo

    I am Seizo Kamiuto, National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter (English). I was born in Kagoshima City in Kyushu (Southern part of Japan) and grew up there until the graduation from a high school. I came to Tokyo to enter a University in Tokyo and since then, I have lived in Tokyo for more than 40 years and therefore I know Tokyo and its suburbs and Kagoshima City very well. After retiring from an IT company, I have been working as a Guide Interpreter of English since March 2018. I have guided many overseas guests to the popular sightseeing spots in Tokyo, Kamakura, Mt. Fuji area (Kawaguchiko Lake etc.), Hakone, Nikko, Yokohama, Kawagoe and Kagoshima and so on. I have received good reviews from many guests. I can explain the history and the culture of Japan in detail. I look forward to an opportunity to guide you in Japan. Thank you. Seizo Kamiuto

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    Sep 27, 2026
    jonaJ5014ZK
    Walking tour of Tokyo
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    Seizo was a tremendously fabulous…

    Sep 11, 2026
    M7402TTsharonp
    Higly recommend
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    Had an amazing tour with Seizi Kaminto.…

    Sep 8, 2026
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    Amazing Experience with Kamakura Day Tour
    Tripadvisor review: Japan Guide Agency
    We had an excellent time with Seizo Kamiuto as our…

    Sep 4, 2026
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    Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour

    Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Hotel – 11:00 Fukagawa Fudodo – 11:45 Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine – 12:45 Meiji Shrine – 13:15 Harajuku Takeshita Exit – 14:00 Dismissal at Shibuya Mark City

    What's a Private One-Day Tour of Tokyo Like for First-Time Visitors? A Licensed Guide's Report This was a first-time visit to Japan for the group from Europe. They planned to travel to Tokyo, the Kansai region, and Hiroshima over the course of a week. After managing to obtain PASMO cards, we started from Fukagawa. We arrived just in time for the start of the goma fire ritual, and although the guests were startled by the loud drums and conch shell trumpets, they mentioned that the sound of the conch shell resembled the wooden horn-like instruments once blown by Vikings in Europe. They were fond of the amulets at Meiji Shrine and purchased four of them. After I took them to the entrance of Takeshita Street in Harajuku, we moved on to the Shibuya scramble crossing and parted ways at a café with cold drinks.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayHigashi-Ginza～Monzen-Nakacho286JPY
    Section 2SubwayMonzen-Nakacho～Yoyogi272JPY
    Section 3TrainHarajuku～Shibuya146JPY
    Total704JPY

    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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