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  • Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine & Akihabara

    Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine & Akihabara

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    August, 2026

    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

    Tour Itinerary

    • 11:00　Meet up @ Hotel
    • 11:40　Shibuya Scramble Crossing・Hachiko
    • 12:00　Meiji Shrine
    • 13:20　Lunch @ Aoyuzutora (Marunouchi Building)
    • 14:15　Imperial Palace
    • 15:30　Sensoji Temple
    • 16:20　Akihabara
    • 17:15　Disband @ Hotel

    What Is a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from Europe who were visiting Japan for the first time. After sightseeing in Tokyo, they planned to go on a cruise tour lasting two weeks starting in August. At Meiji Shrine, they seemed impressed by the quiet and solemn atmosphere, which was very different from Shibuya. At the Imperial Palace, they listened with great interest to historical explanations about the role of the emperor, the Meiji Restoration, and the Edo shogunate. At Senso-ji Temple, they were intrigued by the explanation of the differences between temples and shrines, as well as the Kaminarimon Gate. Since I accommodated the guests' wishes as requested, I believe they were satisfied.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayOtemachi (Tokyo)～Shibuya210JPY
    Section 2TrainShibuya～Harajuku160JPY
    Section 3SubwayMeiji-jingumae～Nijubashimae210JPY
    Section 4SubwayYurakucho～Ginza-itchome180JPY
    Section 5SubwayGinza～Asakusa210JPY
    Section 6SubwayAsakusa～Suehirocho (Tokyo)180JPY
    Section 7TrainAkihabara～Tokyo160JPY
    Total1,310JPY

    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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    Jul 10, 2026
    surferbikerdude1
    Tripadvisor review: Kamakura Day Trip from Tokyo in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
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    Jun 9, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    A wonderful day with an experienced guide
    Our guide, Seizo, was amazing.…

    Jun 6, 2026
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    Seizo Kamiuto was great and super knowledgeable. He had a…

    May 20, 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, 2026

    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

    Tour Itinerary

    • 08：50　Meet up @ hotel
    • 09：20　Shibuya Scramble Crossing・Hachiko
    • 09：45 Meiji Shrine
    • 11：00　Imperial Palace
    • 11：50　Lunch @ Numazu Uogashi Sushi (Marunouchi Building)
    • 12：30　Tokyo Station JR EAST Travel Service Center
    • 13：20　Sensoji Temple
    • 14：15　Akihabara
    • 15：05　Disband @ hotel

    What's a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Meiji Shrine, the Imperial Palace, and Asakusa The guests were a group visiting from Oceania, with some of them coming to Japan for the first time. After sightseeing in Tokyo, they planned to continue to Kyoto, Hiroshima, Osaka, and Okinawa. At Meiji Shrine, they seemed deeply impressed by the quiet and solemn atmosphere, which was very different from Shibuya. At the Imperial Palace, they listened with great interest to historical explanations about the role of the Emperor, the Meiji Restoration, and the Edo shogunate. For lunch, they enjoyed sushi. At Senso-ji Temple, they listened with interest to explanations about the differences between temples and shrines, as well as the Kaminarimon Gate. Since I responded exactly as the guests had requested, I believe they were satisfied.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainShinjuku～Shibuya200JPY
    Section 2TrainShibuya～Harajuku160JPY
    Section 3SubwayMeiji-jingumae～Nijubashimae210JPY
    Section 4TrainTokyo～Ueno200JPY
    Section 5SubwayUeno～Asakusa180JPY
    Section 6SubwayAsakusa～Suehirocho (Tokyo)180JPY
    Section 7TrainAkihabara～Shinjuku210JPY
    Total1,340JPY

    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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    Jul 10, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Kamakura Day Trip from Tokyo in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
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    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    A wonderful day with an experienced guide
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    Jun 6, 2026
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    Seizo Kamiuto was great and super knowledgeable. He had a…

    May 20, 2026
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  • Fukuoka in One Day: Nakasu Kawabata & Ramen Stadium　Menya Taison

    Fukuoka in One Day: Nakasu Kawabata & Ramen Stadium　Menya Taison

    Fukuoka Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    August, 2026

    Tour Report by Sasuke

    Hello, my nickname is Sasuke. I have been working as a National Government Licensed Guide since 2006. I was born and raised in Fukuoka city. I also work as a teacher. Recently my work as a grandmother has become busier and busier. What I like about being a guide is that I talk to people from different countries, get exposed to different ideas, and grow as a person. I would be happy to help make your trip more enjoyable. If you have any requests, please feel free to ask me. I will do my best to fulfill your request as much as possible. Looking forward to seeing you.

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:40~9:15 Hakata Port～Hakata Station　Nishitetsu Bus
    • 9:30~9:55 Hakata Station～Kido Nanzoin　JR Kyushu
    • 11:35~12:05 Kido Nanzoin～Hakata Station JR Kyushu
    • 12:10~ 12:30 Hakata Station Hankyu Department Store　Depachika (food basement)　
    • 12:35~ 12:55 Hakata Station～Nakasu Kawabata Station　Fukuoka City Subway
    • 12:55~13:15 Nakasu Kawabata Street
    • 13:15~13:40 Kushida Shrine
    • 13:40~13:50 Kushida Shrine～Canal City Hakata　Ramen Stadium
    • 13:50~14:20 Ramen Stadium　Menya Taison
    • 14:20~14:45 Canal City Hakata　Shopping　Matsumoto Kiyoshi
    • 14:45 Tour ends at Canal City Hakata　Dismissal

    What Is a Private One-Day Tour of Fukuoka Like? A Guide's Report on Nanzoin and Canal City Hakata The guests were a group living in Europe. The language they used was one European language. It was their first trip to Japan, but since they had only one day here, they mentioned that if they liked Japan, they would plan a proper trip to the country in the future. Their journey lasted several weeks and was centered mainly on travel elsewhere in Asia. They wanted to experience both traditional and modern Japan, and since they also wanted to enjoy shopping, they requested Nanzoin Temple and Canal City Hakata. For lunch, we had tonkotsu ramen. One of the guests was very good at English and interpreted for the group. This tour was planned and arranged by one of the guests, who was very curious and enthusiastic. At Canal City, they also enjoyed the fountain show.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusHakata Wharf／Nishitetsu Bus～Hakata Station (A・E・F)／Nishitetsu Bus260JPY
    Section 2TrainHakata～Kido Nanzoin-mae450JPY
    Section 3TrainKido Nanzoin-mae～Hakata450JPY
    Section 4OtherHakata～Nakasu Kawabata210JPY
    Total1,370JPY

    Tour Report by Sasuke

    Hello, my nickname is Sasuke. I have been working as a National Government Licensed Guide since 2006. I was born and raised in Fukuoka city. I also work as a teacher. Recently my work as a grandmother has become busier and busier. What I like about being a guide is that I talk to people from different countries, get exposed to different ideas, and grow as a person. I would be happy to help make your trip more enjoyable. If you have any requests, please feel free to ask me. I will do my best to fulfill your request as much as possible. Looking forward to seeing you.

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    Jul 8, 2026
    jdtudor
    Great day!
    Viator review: Fukuoka Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
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    Oct 8, 2025
    jacquiwinn62
    A great day sightseeing in Fukuoka and ate the best Ramen ever!
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    Oct 3, 2025
    Raeanne101184
    City tour of popular shopping and shrines and temples.
    Tripadvisor review: Fukuoka Full-Day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
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    Sep 4, 2025
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    Great 6 hour Tour of Fukuoka
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  • Kagoshima Shore Excursion: Custom Car Tour

    Kagoshima Shore Excursion: Custom Car Tour

    Kagoshima Shore Excursion: Custom Car Tour, Licensed Guide

    August, 2026

    Tour Report by Kaz

    Experienced guide in Tokyo, Kanto, Kansai, Chugoku and Kyushu as lived in Tokyo, Yokohama, Kyoto, Shiga, Wakayama, Yamaguchi, Fukuoka and Kumamoto. Can introduce local favorite restaurants and shops in these areas. Flexible and tailored itinerary is available with car transport transportation. Can escort outdoor activities such as fishing and hiking. Can provide private tours at Sake breweries in Fukuoka and Saga area with personal networks. Respect and adapt to diverse cultures and religions as worked with colleagues around the world for 38 years.

    Tour Itinerary

    • Marine Port Kagoshima 8:30 – Kagoshima Port 9:20 – 9:35 Sakurajima Port – 10:00 Kurokami Buried Torii 10:15 – 10:40 Yunohira Observatory 11:00 – 11:15 Footbath 11:30 – Sakurajima Port 11:45 – 12:00 Kagoshima Port – 12:20 Sengan-en 13:00 – 13:30 Tenmonkan (black pork cuisine at "Ichi Ni San") 14:30 – 14:40 Statue of Saigo Takamori 14:45 – 14:50 Terukuni Shrine 15:00 – 15:30 Marine Port Kagoshima

    What Is a Private Sakurajima and Kagoshima Day Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report I was a little worried that the group might get tired in the crowds and intense summer heat during the Obon period, but the guests stayed energetic and enjoyed the day very much. At Sakurajima, they were amazed by the power of the volcanic eruptions and by the fact that more than 3,000 people live there, and they were delighted to try a foot bath for the first time. When Mount Kaimon came into view from the observation deck, I told them it is said to be the most beautiful conical volcano in Japan, and they enthusiastically took photos. The guests loved the restaurant interior and the steamed black pork dish at lunch, telling me it was "the best lunch of this cruise tour."

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    Tour Report by Kaz

    Experienced guide in Tokyo, Kanto, Kansai, Chugoku and Kyushu as lived in Tokyo, Yokohama, Kyoto, Shiga, Wakayama, Yamaguchi, Fukuoka and Kumamoto. Can introduce local favorite restaurants and shops in these areas. Flexible and tailored itinerary is available with car transport transportation. Can escort outdoor activities such as fishing and hiking. Can provide private tours at Sake breweries in Fukuoka and Saga area with personal networks. Respect and adapt to diverse cultures and religions as worked with colleagues around the world for 38 years.

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    Jun 7, 2026
    Kim_K
    Viator review: Kagoshima Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
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  • Kyoto in One Day: Arashiyama & Drop off at hotel and end tour

    Kyoto in One Day: Arashiyama & Drop off at hotel and end tour

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    August, 2026

    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.

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:20 Late start due to guest being late and using the ATM
    • 10:10. Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
    • 10:40. Togetsukyo Bridge
    • 11:25! Ryoanji Temple
    • 12:45 Lunch
    • 13:30 Kinkakuji Temple
    • 14:25 Kitano Tenmangu Shrine and Kamishichiken
    • 15:20. Drop off at hotel and end tour

    What's a Private One-Day Kyoto Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visiting Japan for the first time from North America. One of them found English a little difficult, but the other helped with communication. The effects of a typhoon continued, so it was not too hot, and there were fewer tourists, which made it possible to take many good photos. As the Obon period had passed, there were not many domestic tourists either. Arashiyama in particular was easy to photograph even after 10:00. After Kinkaku-ji, we had a little extra time, so I guided them from Kitano Tenmangu to Kamishichiken and then saw them off at the Hotel, ending the tour. We used a taxi from Ryoan-ji to the lunch spot. The photo was taken at Ryoan-ji.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayKyoto City Hall Front～Uzumasa Tenjingawa260JPY
    Section 2TrainRanden Tenjingawa～Arashiyama (Keifuku Line)250JPY
    Section 3TrainArashiyama (Keifuku Line)～Ryoanji Temple250JPY
    Section 4OtherKinkakuji-michi～Kitano Hakubaicho / Kyoto City Bus230JPY
    Section 5BusKamishichiken / Kyoto City Bus～Kyoto City Hall Front / Kyoto City Bus230JPY
    Total1,220JPY

    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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    Jul 24, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto Customized Full-Day Private Tour with Licensed Guide
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    Jul 23, 2026
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    Jul 16, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide
    Great way to see Kyoto
    Wonderful tour and exceptional guide.

    Jul 9, 2026
    Sandra_B
    Kazuo was great and…
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  • Osaka: Sky Building. & Shinsekai

    Osaka: Sky Building. & Shinsekai

    Osaka Customized Full-Day Private Tour with Licensed Guide

    August, 2026

    Tour Report by akira

    My name is Akira.
    I am a national licensed tour guide in English.
    I have been a tour guide in 9 years.
    I am specialized in Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Himeji castle and Hiroshima.
    When you have a plan to visit those area, please contact me.
    Kyoto and Nara are old town from 8th century, so you will learn Japanese culture and tradition there .
    Nara is our first capital from710 for about 70 years and Kyoto was the capital from 794 for abut more than 1200years.
    So there are a lot ofold buildings are remained and specially in Kyoto there are 17 Unesco heritage site.
    You will enjoy Japan with me and be satisfied with my guiding .
    I am looking forward to seeing you in Japan.

    Tour Itinerary

    • 11:00 Meet with the customer. Head to Osaka Castle.
    • 11:30 Arrive at Osaka Castle. The customer requested that we don't need to go inside the castle tower, so we only view the exterior.
    • 13:00 Head to Osakajokoen Station. Head to Umeda Sky Building.
    • 13:40 Arrive at Sky Building.
    • 14:50 Head to Kuromon Market.
    • 15:30 Arrive at Kuromon Market From Kuromon Market, via Sennichimae and Hozenji Yokocho, to Dotonbori, late lunch of udon at Imai.
    • 16:30 Arrive at Nanba Yasaka Shrine
    • 17:00 Head to Shinsekai
    • 19:00 End work at Nipponbashi Station

    Title: What Is a Private Osaka Walking Tour Like in Summer? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors currently based in North America. They arrived in Osaka via Tokyo and Kyoto and planned to stay in Osaka. They had already had a guide in Tokyo and Kyoto, but I still shared some background on Japanese history. It was a hot summer day and we walked quite a lot, but the guests did not seem tired and kept up well throughout. After the tour, they told me they had enjoyed it. They seemed very interested in Japanese culture, so I talked about a variety of topics, and they listened with great interest.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainYodoyabashi～Tanimachi 4-chome190JPY
    Section 2TrainOsakajokoen～Osaka Ekimae (Hankyu Umeda / Highway / Connecting Bus)180JPY
    Section 3TrainHigashi-Umeda～Nipponbashi (Osaka)240JPY
    Section 4TrainNamba (Subway)～Dobutsuen-mae180JPY
    Section 5TrainEbisucho～Nipponbashi (Osaka)190JPY
    Total980JPY

    Tour Report by akira

    My name is Akira.
    I am a national licensed tour guide in English.
    I have been a tour guide in 9 years.
    I am specialized in Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Himeji castle and Hiroshima.
    When you have a plan to visit those area, please contact me.
    Kyoto and Nara are old town from 8th century, so you will learn Japanese culture and tradition there .
    Nara is our first capital from710 for about 70 years and Kyoto was the capital from 794 for abut more than 1200years.
    So there are a lot ofold buildings are remained and specially in Kyoto there are 17 Unesco heritage site.
    You will enjoy Japan with me and be satisfied with my guiding .
    I am looking forward to seeing you in Japan.

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  • Osaka in Half a Day: Shitennoji Temple

    Osaka in Half a Day: Shitennoji Temple

    Osaka Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    August, 2026

    Tour Report by Umi

    Hello! My name is Umi. I was born and raised in Kyoto, and I still live here today.

    I have always loved traveling. When I visit another country, I enjoy learning about its history, culture, and way of life from local people. Talking with locals helps me understand a place much better than simply visiting famous sights. That’s why I became a tour guide.

    Through my tours, I hope to help visitors gain a deeper understanding of Japan. In addition to its beauty and traditions, I am also happy to talk about modern life in Japan. My goal is for my guests to leave Japan with wonderful memories and a deeper appreciation of the country.

    I’m looking forward to meeting you!

    Tour Itinerary

    • 13:10　Meet the guests at the hotel lobby
    • 13:20　Hokoku Shrine・Osaka Castle (not entering the Museum)
    • 14:10　Shitennoji Temple
    • 15:10　Stroll around the Dotonbori area
    • 15:30　Tour ends at Dotonbori

    What Is a Private Osaka Day Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Osaka Castle, Shitennoji, and Dotonbori I guided a guest visiting Japan from Europe. It was their first time in Osaka, and since they wished to see castles and temples, we visited Osaka Castle, Shitennoji Temple, Dotonbori, and Hozenji Temple. At Osaka Castle, in the Kishu Garden, I explained that the ponds of Japanese gardens are designed so that buildings are reflected on the water's surface, and I suggested taking photos capturing both the building and its reflection together. The guest then waited for other people to move out of the frame before taking their photos. At Shitennoji Temple, the Manto-e cleanup happened to be underway, and the guest showed interest in the lanterns adorned with streamers in the five traditional colors. Since the guest planned to return to Tokyo after the tour, I guided them through each location at a relatively brisk pace and used taxis for transportation. As a result, by the time we finished touring the final destination, Hozenji Yokocho, about an hour and a half still remained. When I asked whether there were any other places they would like to visit, they said they wanted to return to the hotel and prepare to travel to Tokyo, so in line with their wishes, we ended the tour earlier than scheduled.

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    Tour Report by Umi

    Hello! My name is Umi. I was born and raised in Kyoto, and I still live here today.

    I have always loved traveling. When I visit another country, I enjoy learning about its history, culture, and way of life from local people. Talking with locals helps me understand a place much better than simply visiting famous sights. That’s why I became a tour guide.

    Through my tours, I hope to help visitors gain a deeper understanding of Japan. In addition to its beauty and traditions, I am also happy to talk about modern life in Japan. My goal is for my guests to leave Japan with wonderful memories and a deeper appreciation of the country.

    I’m looking forward to meeting you!

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    Jun 29, 2026
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    Kyoto 4 Hour walking Tour
    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Umi was a great tour guide, very…

    May 9, 2026
    Adventurer745194
    Lovely intro to Kyoto
    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    We had a lovely morning guided by Umi.…

    Apr 30, 2026
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    4 hour private tour in Kyoto
    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Umi was a lovely tour guide…

    Apr 27, 2026
    Jennifer_S
    Wonderful, thoughtful guide
    Viator review: Private Kyoto Tour with Licensed Guide & Vehicle (Max 15 persons)
    Umi was absolutely wonderful. She…

  • Ishikawa in Half a Day: Ended the tour.

    Ishikawa in Half a Day: Ended the tour.

    Kanazawa Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    August, 2026

    Tour Report by Masayo

    Hello.
    My name is Masayo Shirai.
    I have been a national licensed tour guide of English since April in 2014.
    I was born. raised, and still living near the Higashi Chaya District in Kanazawa.
    I have guided lots of foreign guests in my hometown Kanazawa, Gokayama, Shirakawago, Takaymam, Kaga, Fukui, and Toyama.
    I have guided FIT, highend FIT, group tour, and bus tours.
    I have been learning tea cemoney, flower arrangement, and noh performance of noh chanting and playing the hand drum.
    I can take you to the experience spot of such traditional cultural spots in my hometown, Kanazawa,

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:30 A few days ago, an email came from the customer, and it had been changed to a 9:30 start.
    • Met at the hotel lobby, walked along Hakuchoro and headed to Kenrokuen.
    • 9:45 Bought a gold leaf soft serve ice cream at the Hakuichi branch on the slope near Kenrokuen and ate it outside.
    • 10:10 Strolled around Kenrokuen, and walked around Kanazawa Castle Park from Ishikawa Gate.
    • 11:10 Took a taxi below Nezumita Gate and headed to the Ninja Temple.
    • 11:30 Toured the Ninja Temple. Since guides cannot give explanations inside the Ninja Temple, I waited outside.
    • 12:15 Took a route bus from Hirokoji to Korinbo.
    • 12:25 Strolled from Korinbo through the Nagamachi Samurai District and visited the Nomura Family Residence.
    • 13:00 Caught a taxi in front of the Nomura Family Residence and headed to Omicho Market.
    • 13:10 Strolled around Omicho Market. Enjoyed wagyu beef skewers and drinks at a butcher shop in Omicho Market.
    • 13:30 Ended the tour.

    What Can You See on a 4-Hour Private Kanazawa Tour Before Catching the Shinkansen to Kyoto? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visiting from North America, and this was their first trip to Japan on an 11-day visit. Since they were heading to Kyoto on the 16:30 shinkansen departing from Kanazawa today, it was a 4-hour tour using local buses and taxis, but they were delighted because we were able to visit all the places they wanted to see. At Kenrokuen Garden and Kanazawa Castle Park, they took great interest in my guiding about the Maeda family. Since we visited the Ninja Temple after that explanation, they found the content easy to understand. They were deeply moved by the beautiful garden of the Nomura family residence. After the tour ended, since my home is near Higashi Chaya District, I walked together with the guests who were heading to Higashi Chaya District on their own while I returned home, and I was able to recommend a good cafe and point out the highlights of Higashi Chaya District along the way.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusHirokoji (Kanazawa City)／Hokuriku Railroad Bus～Korinbo／Hokuriku Railroad Bus220JPY
    Total220JPY

    Tour Report by Masayo

    Hello.
    My name is Masayo Shirai.
    I have been a national licensed tour guide of English since April in 2014.
    I was born. raised, and still living near the Higashi Chaya District in Kanazawa.
    I have guided lots of foreign guests in my hometown Kanazawa, Gokayama, Shirakawago, Takaymam, Kaga, Fukui, and Toyama.
    I have guided FIT, highend FIT, group tour, and bus tours.
    I have been learning tea cemoney, flower arrangement, and noh performance of noh chanting and playing the hand drum.
    I can take you to the experience spot of such traditional cultural spots in my hometown, Kanazawa,

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  • Mt. Fuji View Shimizu Customized Tour

    Mt. Fuji View Shimizu Customized Tour

    Mt. Fuji View Shimizu Customized Tour with Licensed Guide

    August, 2026

    Tour Report by Acchan

    I have been teaching high school students for 40 years as an English teacher and guiding for 10years including a volunteer guide .Now I am a national government licensed guide. I have been dreaming to introduce Japanese culture including tasty Japanese food and history , our society and also some problems in it. It is a great moment of joy and excitement to be with you from all over the world. I love traveling around Japan and abroad myself. I visited East Germany ,too that does not exist any more. I am looking forward to guiding you in and around Shizuoka!

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:30 Port – Shimizu Station ~ Higashi-Shizuoka Station ~ Nihondaira Yume Terrace Entrance ~ Tea Hall 11:30 – Yume Terrace 12:15 Nihondaira Yume Terrace Entrance ~ Higashi-Shizuoka Station ~ Shimizu Station 13:15 – Miho no Matsubara Entrance ~ Miho no Matsubara ~ Miho no Matsubara Entrance ~ Komagoe-kita ~ Hama Sushi 14:50 – Komagoe-kita ~ Suehiro – Port 15:30

    What Can You See on a Private Day Tour Around Shimizu Port and Miho no Matsubara? A Licensed Guide's Report We met successfully at the port and headed to Nihondaira Yume Terrace. Fortunately, Mount Fuji was visible, which made the trip worthwhile. On the way, I guided the guests to a nearby tea center, where they saw tea fields, tea seeds, and a superb view of Mount Fuji before continuing to Yume Terrace. The beautiful summit of Mount Fuji was in view. To make sure Mount Fuji did not become hidden, we hurried to Miho no Matsubara. Luckily, we were also able to see Mount Fuji from the coast. For lunch, since the guests wanted a sushi restaurant frequented by locals, we stopped at Hama Sushi on the way back to the port. They were delighted that it was affordable and delicious. Then, wanting to fit in one more spot, I talked about Shimizu no Jirocho and we visited "Suehiro." A volunteer guide performed a paper-theater story in English depicting Jirocho's compassion, and gave them an origami shuriken as a good-luck charm. We said goodbye at the port with smiles.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainShimizu (Shizuoka Prefecture)～Higashi-Shizuoka200JPY
    Section 2BusHigashi-Shizuoka Station South Exit / Shizutetsu Just Line～Nihondaira Yume Terrace Entrance / Shizutetsu Just Line550JPY
    Section 3BusNihondaira Yume Terrace Entrance / Shizutetsu Just Line～Higashi-Shizuoka550JPY
    Section 4TrainHigashi-Shizuoka～Shimizu (Shizuoka Prefecture)200JPY
    Section 5BusShimizu Station / Shizutetsu Just Line～Miho Matsubara Entrance / Shizutetsu Just Line440JPY
    Section 6BusMiho Matsubara Entrance / Shizutetsu Just Line～Komagoe-kita / Shizutetsu Just Line200JPY
    Section 7BusKomagoe-kita / Shizutetsu Just Line～Minatobashi / Shizutetsu Just Line240JPY
    Total2,380JPY

    Tour Report by Acchan

    I have been teaching high school students for 40 years as an English teacher and guiding for 10years including a volunteer guide .Now I am a national government licensed guide. I have been dreaming to introduce Japanese culture including tasty Japanese food and history , our society and also some problems in it. It is a great moment of joy and excitement to be with you from all over the world. I love traveling around Japan and abroad myself. I visited East Germany ,too that does not exist any more. I am looking forward to guiding you in and around Shizuoka!

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  • Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide

    August, 2026

    Tour Report by YOSHI

    Hello , My name is Hideharu Yoshino . Just call me” Yoshi” .
    I have been involved with many foreign Business partners through my business life for 38 years ,
    Based on my work experience , I would like to try my best to make you comfortale and Happy fruitful times during your stay in Japan .
    Not only giving you basic tourist information about famous sightseeing spot , also I would enjoy to give you the back ground inofrmation in my word.
    ” Once in a lifetime encounter ” Let’s enjoy with me Miracle time to be picked up from 6 billion in somewhere Japan!

    Tour Itinerary

    • PM 12:00 Meet at the lobby of Hotel Granvia Kyoto Station
    • Travel by private car to Kinkaku-ji
    • PM 12:40-13:40 Visit Kinkaku-ji
    • Travel by private car to Kiyomizu-dera via Shogunzuka
    • PM 14:30-16:00 Tour from Kiyomizu-dera to Sannenzaka and Yasaka Pagoda, with a break at Starbucks along the way
    • Travel by private car to Fushimi Inari
    • PM 16:30-17:30 Visit Fushimi Inari
    • Travel by private car to Kyoto Station, tour ends at the Hachijo Exit PM 18:00

    Title: What Is a Private Day Trip from Tokyo to Kyoto by Bullet Train Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from North America on a birthday-celebration trip. The tour itself was a day trip from Tokyo to Kyoto by bullet train. Before the tour, there had apparently been some discussion between the travel agency and the guests about whether the tour should be conducted in Spanish or English, and it was ultimately agreed that English would be acceptable, so the tour proceeded in English. However, the day before the tour, there was a request to add one more person, as the guests wished to invite a Japanese guide who spoke Spanish and who had assisted them in Tokyo, so the tour was conducted with five guests in total. In the end, since most of the guests did not speak much English, the tour managed to take shape thanks to this Japanese guide interpreting my explanations, though I am not entirely certain that everything I explained was fully conveyed. After the tour, I was kindly invited to a meal at Kyoto Station, but I politely declined, and the tour came to an end.

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    Tour Report by YOSHI

    Hello , My name is Hideharu Yoshino . Just call me” Yoshi” .
    I have been involved with many foreign Business partners through my business life for 38 years ,
    Based on my work experience , I would like to try my best to make you comfortale and Happy fruitful times during your stay in Japan .
    Not only giving you basic tourist information about famous sightseeing spot , also I would enjoy to give you the back ground inofrmation in my word.
    ” Once in a lifetime encounter ” Let’s enjoy with me Miracle time to be picked up from 6 billion in somewhere Japan!

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    Jul 25, 2026
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    We, a…

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    とても良いガイドツアーでした。
    とても良い体験でした。説明も分かりやすく、とても良かったです。