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  • Kobe Customized Half-Day Tour

    Kobe Customized Half-Day Tour

    Kobe Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 09:30 Meet @ Kobe Port Terminal
    • 2. 10:10 @ Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden
    • 3. 12:50 @ Sorakuen Garden
    • 4. 13:30 @ Kobe Motomachi Shopping Street
    • 5. 14:00 Dismissal @ Kobe Motomachi Shopping Street (East Entrance)

    Title: What Is a Kobe Private Family Tour from the Port Terminal Like? A Licensed Guide's Report Today's guests were a group visiting Japan from North America. We met at the Kobe Port Terminal and visited the Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens, Sorakuen Garden, and the Motomachi Shopping Street. Since some of the guests were young, the tour was a little different from tours with only adults. At the glass house in the Herb Gardens, they enjoyed making a paper ropeway craft and relaxing in the herb-infused foot bath. At Sorakuen Garden, some of the guests also enjoyed feeding the carp. Because today's tour involved a stroller, we needed elevators or ramps for going up and down. After Sorakuen Garden, we headed to the Motomachi Shopping Street, where the guests said they wanted to eat at a sushi train or have udon. However, today was Wednesday, so the sushi restaurant in Motomachi was closed, and the udon shop on the second floor did not have an elevator. Since the guests said they would look for a place to eat on their own, I showed them the bus stop for the shuttle bus back to the Kobe Port Terminal and ended the tour. It was a bit unfortunate how it ended.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Train[Kobe New Transit Port Terminal] Station～[Kobe New Transit Sannomiya] Station100JPY
    Section 2Subway[Kobe Municipal Subway Sannomiya] Station～[Kobe Municipal Subway Shin-Kobe] Station110JPY
    Section 3Subway[Kobe Municipal Subway Shin-Kobe] Station～[Kobe Municipal Subway Kenchomae] Station110JPY
    Total320JPY

    Tour Report by Norio

    Hello, my name is Norio Oki, a Government-Certified Tour Guide in Japan.
    I specialize in guiding visitors through the beautiful and historic regions of Himeji and Kobe.

    My expertise includes Japanese history, traditional culture, castles, and sake. I enjoy sharing not only facts, but also the stories and spirit behind each place.

    In Himeji, I offer guided tours of Himeji Castle, Kokoen Garden, Shoshazan Engyoji Temple, and Nadagiku Sake Brewery.
    In Kobe, I guide guests through the Nada Sake Breweries area, Mt. Rokko, Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden, Harborland, Meriken Park, the Kitano District, Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, and the lively Motomachi Shopping Street.

    Whether you’re interested in history, nature, or local experiences, I will create a personalized tour tailored to your interests.

    If you’re planning to visit Himeji or Kobe, I would be delighted to be your guide.
    I look forward to meeting you soon!

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    Sep 29, 2026
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    Kobe 4hr guided tour
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    Norio pickup us up ontime &…

    Sep 17, 2026
    jacquelinecI8863UY
    No rush beautiful walking tour.
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    We had a wonderful time. Norio…

    Sep 15, 2026
    niy679
    Kobe day trip
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    Jul 7, 2026
    77guye
    The best way to experience Himeji Castle
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    What a great way to…

  • 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

    • Hotel – Nishi-Hiroshima Station – Miyajimaguchi Station – Miyajima – Miyajimaguchi Station – Nishi-Hiroshima Station – Hiroshima Peace Park

    Can You Do a Private Day Trip to Hiroshima and Miyajima? A Licensed Guide's Report [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) guide led a private tour to Hiroshima and Miyajima for guests visiting from Europe. The guests brought quite a bit of photography equipment, so along the way I mostly guided from behind and let them move around freely. They had lunch with convenience store bento boxes on the return ferry from Miyajima. Some of the guests seemed to be great animal lovers, gently stroking the backs and throats of the deer on Miyajima. The atmosphere changed completely at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. After going through the museum, one of the guests remarked that they had not realized the atomic bomb had been such a tragic thing, and wondered whether the West might be consciously avoiding reporting the reality as it truly was.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainFukushima-cho～Nishi-Hiroshima Station220JPY
    Section 2TrainNishi-Hiroshima Station～Miyajimaguchi Station330JPY
    Section 3TrainMiyajimaguchi Station～Nishi-Hiroshima Station330JPY
    Section 4BusNishi-Hiroshima Station～Hiroshima Peace Park220JPY
    Total1,100JPY

    Tour Report by Yuji

    Originally, I’m a cycling guide doing cycling tours all over Japan.
    But, already done Hiroshima & Miyajima tour more than 400 times.
    I traveled many countries in my younger days. I traveled Europe, US, China, India, US, Mexico, Peru Australia, NZ, and so on.
    I decided to use this experience to become a guide.
    I’m afraid but no tipping required, because cycling guides are not allowed to have tipping in my association. And you do not need to pay for my lunch, because my lunch is prepared by our group.
    Please do not hesitate to ask me anything, I’ll change the plan according to your requests.
    Thank you for your understanding and please stay connected.

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    Jun 1, 2026
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    May 27, 2026
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    Viator review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
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    May 12, 2026
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    HIROSHIMA HALF DAY TOUR
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    May 10, 2026
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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

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:20 Hotel – 20 minutes late due to guest oversleeping
    • 10:30-11:30 Meiji Shrine
    • 12:00 Coffee time
    • 12:30-13:50 Nijubashi Bridge ~ East Gardens
    • 14:00-14:45 Tonkatsu at the Hotel basement
    • 15:10-16:10 Asakusa, guided them on the way back and finished

    Family Private Tour in Tokyo from Europe: What's It Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from Europe. When they did not appear in the hotel lobby, I was a little concerned, but it turned out they had overslept due to jet lag, so we started about 20 minutes late. It was a very hot day, so walking from Nijubashi Bridge to the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace seemed quite tiring for them (Nijubashi Bridge had also been a request). One of the guests seemed to enjoy history and listened attentively, while the rest of the group appeared a little tired.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainShinjuku～Harajuku150JPY
    Section 2Free PassMeiji-jingumae～Nijubashi900JPY
    Section 3Free PassOtemachi～Toei Asakusa Line Asakusa0JPY
    Total1,050JPY

    Tour Report by Maki

    Hello!
    I’m Maki. Nice to meet you.
    I used to work at a travel agency as a tour escort so I have traveled to more than 50 countries and all 47 prefectures in Japan.
    When I came back to Japan from abroad, I always noticed virtues in Japan anew.
    I’m thrilled to introduce such kinds of stories and favorite places to you.
    I like bar hopping, cooking, history, and outdoor activities such as camping, cycling.
    I have a licence of International Sake Sommlier and Wine Expert. I’m happy if I would have a chance to introduce you about sake and wine.
    I’m also a mother of high school girl. Let’s have fun together!

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    Oct 9, 2025
    301catherinep
    Fabulous customised tour
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Maki is a wonderful, well informed guide. She customised…

    Oct 2, 2025
    Gene L
    Our 6 hour tour with Maki was fantastic
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    Aug 31, 2025
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    Maki is the best!
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    We had an absolutely wonderful day exploring…

    Jul 12, 2025
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    Maki san kakkoii desu
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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

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1) 10:00 Meet up @ Hotel Shinjuku (2-2-17 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo)
    • 2) 10:30 Shinjuku Gyoen
    • 3) 12:00 Meiji Shrine
    • 4) 13:00 Harajuku Takeshita Street
    • 5) 13:20 Omotesando Cat Street →THE MATCHA TOKYO Omotesando Store
    • 6) 14:40 Asakusa <Senso-ji Temple・Nakamise Street>
    • 7) 15:00 Tea Ceremony Experience @ Tea Utensils Kakinuma
    • 8) 16:10 Dismissal @ Senso-ji Main Hall (2-3 Taito-ku, Tokyo)

    What Does a Private Walking Tour of Tokyo Look Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Shinjuku, Harajuku, and Asakusa The guests were a group visiting from North America. During the hotel meet-up, we reviewed the itinerary, which included a tea ceremony experience reserved for 3:00 PM. The guests mentioned that they had already visited the main gate of the Imperial Palace and wished to go to Akihabara instead. I happily agreed and we began the tour. It was their second day of the stay, and they had already downloaded Suica. At Shinjuku Gyoen we spent about an hour, and at Meiji Shrine one of the guests wanted a goshuin stamp and waited in line for 10 to 15 minutes. On Takeshita Street in Harajuku, the guests enjoyed Korean snacks. On Cat Street in Omotesando, I recommended matcha drinks. With the temperature and humidity both high, we were able to take a relaxed 20-minute break. Due to time constraints, we skipped Akihabara and headed to Asakusa. We walked through Nakamise Street and the grounds of Senso-ji Temple, then proceeded to the tea ceremony experience. All of the guests seemed intrigued and thoroughly enjoyed the experience, and afterward we parted ways in front of the main hall of Senso-ji Temple.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Free PassTokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line Higashi-Shinjuku Station～Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line Shinjuku-sanchome Station600JPY
    Section 2Free PassTokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line Shinjuku-sanchome Station～Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line Kita-sando Station0JPY
    Section 3Free PassTokyo Metro Ginza Line Omotesando 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
    Daniel_O
    Viator review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
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    Our guide, Tachi was incredibly accommodating, friendly, and…

    May 24, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Japanese Garden Lover’s Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Tour guide Tachi is the best!
    A most enjoyable and…

    May 19, 2026
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  • Tokyo in One Day: Asakusa Station & Shibuya Station

    Tokyo in One Day: Asakusa Station & Shibuya Station

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 12:00 Meeting place: Hotel
    • Asakusa Senso-ji Temple
    • Asakusa Shrine
    • Nakamise Shopping Street
    • 13:00 Depart Asakusa Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line)
    • 13:20 Arrive Ueno Station
    • Ueno Tokyo National Museum
    • 14:20 Depart Ueno Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line)
    • Nihonbashi Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Tozai Line)
    • 14:40 Arrive Otemachi Station
    • Tokyo Imperial Palace East Gardens
    • Nijubashi Bridge
    • Lunch: Metro-an
    • 15:40 Depart Nijubashimae Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line)
    • 16:00 Meiji-jingumae Station
    • Harajuku Meiji Shrine
    • Break: Cafe Terrace Meiji Jingu
    • Takeshita Street
    • 17:00 Depart Harajuku Station
    • (JR Yamanote Line)
    • 17:30 Arrive Shibuya Station
    • Shibuya Scramble Crossing
    • 18:00 Dismissal: Shibuya Station

    Title: What Is a Full-Day Private Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report Covering Asakusa, the Imperial Palace, Meiji Shrine, and Shibuya The guests were a group visiting Japan from North America, all for the first time. One of the guests was studying Japanese, mentioning, "I am studying Japanese history and can speak a little Japanese." They had arrived at Narita Airport a week earlier, then flew straight to Kansai Airport. After staying in Osaka, Nara, and Kyoto, they arrived in Tokyo this morning. They plan to stay in Tokyo for four more days before returning home, and tomorrow they will take a day trip to Mount Fuji. They commented, "Tokyo is much hotter and more humid than where we come from. It's tiring." The tour was conducted in a mix of English and Spanish, and it took place in extreme heat. Asakusa was very crowded. There were many questions, such as "When was this temple built?", "Why are there so many people here?", "Do all Japanese people believe in Buddhism?", and "Are there people who believe in religions other than Buddhism?" There were also questions like "What kind of teachings does Buddhism have? I would like to know in detail." Everyone drew omikuji fortunes, and one of the guests was disappointed to draw a "bad luck" fortune. At the Tokyo National Museum, they obtained a Spanish-language guide booklet. They were especially fascinated by the exhibits of Buddhist statues, swords, and the tea ceremony. There was also a question about the difference between Noh and Kabuki. They purchased postcards at the shop. The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace were also very crowded despite the heat. There were questions such as "When was this built as a castle?" and "Why did Edo Castle become the Imperial Palace?" I explained the nature and history of the Japanese Imperial family. They also asked, "Does the Emperor live inside here?", "What is the relationship between the Emperor and the Prime Minister?", and "Who will become the next Emperor?" Since they said they were hungry, everyone ordered a "katsudon and soba" set at a standing soba shop inside the station. They said, "The katsudon is wonderful and delicious." At Meiji Shrine, there were questions such as "What is the purpose of the torii gate?" and "Do Japanese people believe in Buddhism or Shinto?" There was also a question like "Why did the Meiji Restoration happen?" We took a break at the café near Meiji Shrine and then strolled along Takeshita Street. While walking along Takeshita Street, they said, "We would like to come to a cat café tomorrow." After that, we moved to Shibuya and crossed the Scramble Crossing. They commented, "The whole city is clean and beautiful," and "The subway is quiet, and no one is being noisy. However, it is too complicated and hard to understand. I realized it is far safer than the subway back home." We parted ways at Shibuya Station.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayAsakusa Station～Ueno Station178JPY
    Section 2SubwayUeno Station～Otemachi Station178JPY
    Section 3SubwayNijubashimae Station～Meiji-jingumae Station209JPY
    Section 4TrainHarajuku Station～Shibuya Station146JPY
    Total711JPY

    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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    Jul 21, 2026
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    Excellent tour guide
    Masa san is extremely knowledgeable and…

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    Amazing day in Tokyo
    Masa was our tour guide. Masa was an…

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    This is a great tour, and our…

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    Adler Family Tour
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  • Tokyo in One Day: Shibuya Station & Kamiyacho Station

    Tokyo in One Day: Shibuya Station & Kamiyacho Station

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:30 Meeting place: Hotel Tokyu
    • 9:40 Shibuya Station
    • (JR Yamanote Line)
    • Shinjuku Station
    • (JR Sobu Line)
    • Akihabara Station
    • (JR Yamanote Line)
    • Ueno Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line)
    • 10:20 Arrive at Asakusa Station
    • Asakusa Sensoji Temple
    • Asakusa Shrine
    • Nakamise Shopping Street
    • 11:20 Depart Asakusa Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line)
    • Ueno Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line)
    • 11:40 Arrive at Tsukiji Station
    • Tsukiji Tsukiji Outer Market
    • Tsukiji Uogashi
    • 13:00 Depart Tsukiji Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line)
    • Akihabara Station
    • (JR Sobu Line)
    • Shinjuku Station
    • (JR Yamanote Line)
    • 13:30 Arrive at Harajuku Station
    • Harajuku Meiji Jingu Shrine
    • Break: Cafe Terrace Meiji Jingu
    • Takeshita Street
    • 14:30 Depart Meiji-jingumae Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line)
    • 　 Kasumigaseki Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line)
    • 15:00 Kamiyacho Station
    • Shiba Tokyo Tower
    • 15:30 Depart Kamiyacho Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line)
    • 　 Ebisu Station
    • (JR Yamanote Line)
    • 16:00 Arrive at Shibuya Station
    • 16:00 Dismissal: Shibuya Station

    What Is a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Asakusa, Tsukiji, Meiji Shrine, and Tokyo Tower The guests were a group visiting Japan from Europe. One member of the group had previously visited Japan several times for work-related travel, while the others were visiting Japan for the first time. They had arrived at Narita Airport the previous day via a connecting flight, then taken the Narita Express to Shibuya and their hotel. In the evening they explored the streets of Shibuya and had ramen for dinner. They planned to stay in Japan for twelve days. After spending three days in Tokyo, they would travel to Kyoto and Osaka, and then return to Tokyo before heading home. They mentioned they planned to visit Disneyland the next day. They requested, "We purchased a JR Pass, so we would like to travel by JR as much as possible." The tour took place in rainy weather. Asakusa was very crowded. They asked questions such as "When was this temple built?" "Why are there so many people here?" and "Do all Japanese people believe in Buddhism?" They also asked, "What kind of teachings does Buddhism have?" One of the guests drew an omikuji fortune and was delighted to get a "good luck" result. At the Tsukiji Outer Market, they enthusiastically looked around everywhere and purchased "bean confections" and "strawberry mochi." They also sampled "grilled beef skewers." They commented, "For a fish market, it's very clean and tidy." They also asked, "Why are there so many people here? Is it always like this?" and "Do all these people come here to buy fish?" At Meiji Shrine, they asked, "What is this torii gate for?" "What kind of teachings does Shinto have?" and "How is Buddhism different from Shinto?" They also asked, "What was the power relationship between the Emperor and the Shogun?" "Do Japanese people respect the Emperor and the Imperial family?" and "Why did the Meiji Restoration happen?" We took a light meal and rested at the café near Meiji Shrine. We strolled along Takeshita Street. They said, "We'd like to come to a cat café tomorrow." After that, we moved on to Tokyo Tower. They said, "Now I really understand what a vast city Tokyo is." They also commented, "The whole city is clean and beautiful," and "The subway is quiet and no one is being noisy. However, it's so complex that it's hard to understand." Since they said, "We're tired and would like to return to the hotel to rest for now," I saw them off at Shibuya Station, and we parted ways.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainShibuya Station～Ueno Station208JPY
    Section 2SubwayUeno Station～Asakusa Station178JPY
    Section 3SubwayAsakusa Station～Tsukiji Station209JPY
    Section 4SubwayTsukiji StationTsukiji Station～Akihabara Station178JPY
    Section 5TrainAkihabara Station～Harajuku Station178JPY
    Section 6SubwayMeiji-jingumae Station～Kamiyacho Station178JPY
    Section 7SubwayKamiyacho Station～Ebisu Station178JPY
    Section 8TrainEbisu StationEbisu Station～Shibuya Station146JPY
    Total1,453JPY

    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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    Jul 21, 2026
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    Excellent tour guide
    Masa san is extremely knowledgeable and…

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    Amazing day in Tokyo
    Masa was our tour guide. Masa was an…

    Jun 2, 2026
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    Great tour and guide!
    This is a great tour, and our…

    Jun 1, 2026
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    Adler Family Tour
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  • Kyoto: Tenryu-ji Garden & Kinkaku-ji

    Kyoto: Tenryu-ji Garden & Kinkaku-ji

    Kyoto Japanese Gardens Private Tour with Licensed Guide

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 We were supposed to meet at Stay SAKURA Kyoto Guest Service Center, but it turned out that the guest was
    • at Stay SAKURA Kyoto Tambaguchi, so we hastily had the guest head directly to Saga-Arashiyama using the JR, and decided to meet at Saga-Arashiyama Station.
    • 9:45 Meet at Saga-Arashiyama Station
    • 9:55 Tenryu-ji Garden
    • 10:35 Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
    • 10:50 Okochi Sanso Villa
    • 11:40 Nonomiya Shrine
    • 12:30 Nanohana inside Ryoan-ji (lunch)
    • 13:10 Ryoan-ji
    • 14:05 Kinkaku-ji
    • 15:00 Dismissal at Kinkaku-ji exit

    What Is a Private Kyoto Garden Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Arashiyama and Kinkaku-ji The guests were a group visiting from Europe. The instructions had indicated a 9:00 meeting at a guest service center, but it turned out that the guests were actually staying at a Hotel in the Tambaguchi area. On short notice, I had the guests take the JR line directly to Sagano-Arashiyama, and we were able to meet at Saga-Arashiyama Station on the scheduled train as planned. I believe this worked out well because the guests were experienced travelers who followed the instructions, and because we had been in frequent contact through a messaging app. We visited the classic garden route, including the Tenryu-ji garden, Okochi Sanso Villa, Ryoan-ji, and Kinkaku-ji with its garden. I believe they enjoyed themselves. The rainy season seemed about to end, and toward the end I think they were a little tired from the heat.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainKeifuku Line Arashiyama～Ryoan-ji250JPY
    Total250JPY

    Tour Report by Kaeko

    Thank you very much for choosing JGA experience, and please allow me to briefly introduce myself. I’m Kaeko Tanigawa, your tour guide, and I have been showing tourists from abroad around mainly in Kyoto, Nara and Osaka areas. Every year I’ve guided my guests through those areas for over 80 times. I always try to do my best to help my guests explore and enjoy our unique and attractive locations, and I’ve been lucky enough to receive so many 5-star reviews from the guests I hosted. I’d like to help make your visit to Japan one of the most wonderful memories in your life. I’m really looking forward to seeing you soon. Thank you very much.

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    Family Fun Day in Kyoto with young children
    Kaeko Tanigawa was fantastic at helping us create…

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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

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1) 11:00 Meet up @ Katsutaro Ryokan (16-8 Ikenohata 4-chome, Taito-ku, Tokyo)
    • 2) 11:10 Yanaka <Kayaba Coffee → Former Yoshidaya Liquor Store → Ueno Sakuragi area → Yanaka Cemetery → Shopping street → Nippori Station>
    • 3) 12:15 Sanrio Characters Garden Cafe (14-30 Ueno 2-chome, Taito-ku, Tokyo, Pasela Resorts Ueno Koen-mae Store 1F)(~13:30)
    • 4) 14:00 Meiji Shrine (~15:00)
    • 5) 15:10 Harajuku Takeshita Street (~16:30)　
    • 6) 17:00 Dismissal @ Shibuya Gyumon (14-5 Shibuya 3-chome, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)

    What Is a Private Family-Friendly Day Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) guide led a private one-day tour of Tokyo for a group visiting from Europe. After meeting the guests at their accommodation, the tour began with a walk through the Yanaka district. The guests were on a stopover in Japan on their way to another destination in Asia, and had very little prior knowledge of Japan. At the request of one of the guests, the guide made a reservation at a character-themed cafe (with payment left to the guests directly after use), where the group spent a little over an hour. The itinerary changed between the initial plan and the actual tour, and at the guests' request we visited Meiji Shrine and Harajuku. In Harajuku, some of the guests enjoyed shopping, and I guided them to a cat cafe, where they stayed for about 30 minutes. One of the guests did not seem particularly interested in Japanese culture and spent much of the time on their smartphone, though they responded when spoken to. I successfully guided the group to a halal BBQ restaurant in Shibuya, where we parted ways.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainJR Yamanote Line Nippori Station～JR Yamanote Line Ueno Station150JPY
    Section 2TrainTokyo Metro Ginza Line Ueno-hirokoji Station～Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line Meiji-jingumae Station210JPY
    Section 3TrainTokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line Meiji-jingumae Station～Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line Shibuya Station180JPY
    Total540JPY

    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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    May 24, 2026
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  • Hiroshima in One Day: Miyajimaguchi Station & Hondori Station

    Hiroshima in One Day: Miyajimaguchi Station & Hondori Station

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

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 7:50　Gather at the Hotel
    • 8:06　Head from Hiroshima Station to Miyajimaguchi Station
    • 8:34　Arrive at Miyajimaguchi Station
    • 8:55　From Miyajimaguchi to Miyajima Port
    • 9:05　Arrive at Miyajima
    • 10:55　Finish sightseeing in Miyajima and head to Miyajimaguchi
    • 11:20　From Miyajimaguchi Station to Shin-Hakushima Station
    • 11:44　Arrive at Shin-Hakushima Station
    • 11:50　Lunch at Momoya, an okonomiyaki restaurant near Shin-Hakushima Station
    • 12:35　Finish lunch and take the Astram Line to Hondori Station
    • 12:41　Arrive at Hondori Station
    • 　　　　Sightseeing tour　Museum
    • 15:30　Disband in front of the museum

    What Is a Private Miyajima and Hiroshima Peace Memorial Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report I guided the group visiting from Oceania. Since we visited Miyajima early in the morning, there were still few tourists, and the guests enjoyed the sightseeing in a quiet environment. The guests especially enjoyed photography as a hobby, stopping here and there to take pictures. For lunch, we had okonomiyaki at a homey local restaurant near Shin-Hakushima. They liked the family-run atmosphere very much, filming the process of making okonomiyaki and taking photos with the proprietress. At the Peace Memorial Museum, the guests listened attentively to my explanations. This made my explanations very rewarding, and I was able to provide a fulfilling guiding experience.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainHiroshima Station～Miyajimaguchi Station420JPY
    Section 2TrainMiyajimaguchi Station～Shin-Hakushima Station330JPY
    Section 3SubwayShin-Hakushima Station～Hondori Station190JPY
    Total940JPY

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    Jul 25, 2025
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  • Kanagawa in One Day: Hakone Checkpoint Ruins & Hakone Shrine

    Kanagawa in One Day: Hakone Checkpoint Ruins & Hakone Shrine

    Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:30 Meet at Hotel Kajikaso
    • 10:35 Travel by Hakone Tozan Bus
    • 11:30 Hakone Checkpoint Ruins
    • 12:30 Marquetry – Hakone Maruyama Bussan
    • 13:30 Lunch – Bakery & Table
    • 14:30 Hakone Shrine
    • 15:30 Travel by Hakone Tozan Bus
    • 16:30 Hotel Kajikaso
    • 16:40 Disband at Hakone-Yumoto Station

    What Is a Rainy-Day Private Hakone Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from South America. Due to unfortunate heavy rain, we gave up on visiting Owakudani and focused our sightseeing around Moto-Hakone Port. Lake Ashi was covered in mist and Mount Fuji was not visible, which was a shame, but I shared the legend of the nine-headed dragon and the guests enjoyed the mysterious atmosphere. At the Hakone Checkpoint (Hakone Sekisho), they viewed the exhibits with great interest and climbed up to the distant lookout tower to photograph the scenery of Lake Ashi. I also suggested visiting the Okada Museum of Art afterward, but they were not particularly interested. At Hakone Shrine, after praying at the main hall, they were able to wait in line for about 30 minutes at the torii gate photo spot and take pictures, which delighted them greatly. On the way back, we picked up their luggage at the Hotel and I saw them off at Hakone-Yumoto Station.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusOnsenba Iriguchi～Moto-Hakone Port1,080JPY
    Section 2BusMoto-Hakone Port～Onsenba Iriguchi1,080JPY
    Total2,160JPY

    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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