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  • Osaka in Half a Day: Dome-mae Chiyozaki & Tenma

    Osaka in Half a Day: Dome-mae Chiyozaki & Tenma

    Osaka Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 15:45 Meet up @ Starbucks
    • 16:05-16:10 Dome-mae Chiyozaki → Shinsaibashi Osaka Metro 190 yen
    • 16:20-17:20 Strolling around Dotonbori area & Kuromon Market
    • 17:28-17:38 Nipponbashi → Tenjinbashisuji 6-chome Osaka Metro 240 yen
    • 17:40-18:00 Strolling around Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street
    • 18:05-18:08 Tenma → Osaka JR 140 yen
    • 18:15 Disband @ JR Osaka Station Kyoto Line platform

    Title: What's a Private Osaka Food-Walking Tour Before a Baseball Game Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America who wanted to watch a professional baseball game at the Osaka Dome, so the tour was set up with an irregular meeting time of 15:45. I had sent them a suggested route in advance covering Namba Yasaka Shrine and Tsutenkaku, but since they did not want sightseeing and preferred to enjoy food-walking instead, I promptly changed the plan as described above. Since the guests needed to return to Kyoto by 19:00, we cut our stroll through the Tenroku shopping street short, headed back to Osaka Station, and I saw them off after helping them board a special rapid train on the Kyoto Line. I had been communicating with a travel agency rather than directly with the guests, and there were various miscommunications along the way.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayDome-mae Chiyozaki～Shinsaibashi190JPY
    Section 2SubwayNipponbashi～Tenjinbashisuji 6-chome240JPY
    Section 3TrainTenma～Osaka140JPY
    Total570JPY

    Tour Report by AndyMurao

    Hello! I am Andy Murao. I love this job as I can visit various destinations with the people from all over the world. I am always thinking that I could help you know more about Japan and understand the attractiveness of Japan.

    I would like to provide a tour in accordance with your request and preference. Please let me know what you want to see, eat, experience, etc. and then I will propose a schedule based on them.

    There is one point to note. I like walking very much, so I might be a guide who forces you to take long walks.

    I look forward to attending you in Japan.

    Best regards,

    Andy Murao

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    Sep 20, 2026
    Bobby_B
    A great Kyoto guide.
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    Jul 13, 2026
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    Jun 21, 2026
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    First time in Osaka
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    Jun 6, 2026
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  • Kanagawa in One Day: Odakyu Odawara Station & Hakone-Yumoto Station

    Kanagawa in One Day: Odakyu Odawara Station & Hakone-Yumoto Station

    Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 11:00 Meeting place: Shinkansen Odawara Station
    • 11:06 Odakyu Odawara Station
    • (Hakone Tozan Train)
    • Hakone-Yumoto Station
    • (Hakone Tozan Train)
    • Gora Station
    • (Hakone Tozan Cable Car)
    • 12:43 Arrive at Sounzan Station
    • Sounzan Sounzan Observatory
    • 13:00 Depart Sounzan Station
    • (Hakone Ropeway)
    • 13:20 Arrive at Owakudani Station
    • Owakudani Owakudani
    • Kurotamago-kan
    • Hakone Geomuseum
    • 14:00 Depart Owakudani Station
    • (Hakone Ropeway)
    • 14:20 Arrive at Togendai Station
    • Togendai Togendai View Restaurant
    • 14:30 Depart Togendai Port
    • (Hakone Pirate Ship)
    • 15:10 Arrive at Moto-Hakone Port
    • Moto-Hakone Hakone Shrine
    • 16:00 Depart Moto-Hakone Station
    • (Hakone Tozan Bus)
    • Arrive at Hakone-Yumoto Station
    • 16:56 Depart Hakone-Yumoto Station
    • (Hakone Tozan Railway)
    • 17:30 Arrive at Odakyu Odawara Station
    • 17:40 Dismissal: JR Shinkansen Odawara Station boarding gate

    Title: Can You Do a Private Day Trip to Hakone from Tokyo? A Licensed Guide's Full-Loop Report The guests were a group visiting Japan from North America. One member of the group had visited Japan about 15 years earlier, while the rest were visiting for the first time. This time, the group was spending two weeks in Japan. They first arrived at Kansai Airport, visited Osaka, Kobe, and Kyoto, and then arrived in Tokyo three days earlier. In Tokyo, they stayed at a Hotel. The next day they planned to visit Asakusa, Tsukiji, and other spots, and the day after that they planned to fly home from Narita Airport. One member of the group had stayed at Hakone Yumoto Onsen on a previous visit and had such a great impression of it that the whole group decided to visit Hakone together this time. It was a tour under weather that felt like midsummer. The itinerary was based on their wish to do a quick loop around Hakone. We met at the Shinkansen exit of Odawara Station, purchased Hakone Free Passes at Odawara Station, and then traveled via Hakone Yumoto and Gora, first heading to Sounzan. After taking in the view from the observation deck, we rode the ropeway to Owakudani. Seeing the rising steam and sulfur, the guests asked questions such as "Is this an active volcano?" and "Has it ever erupted?" After looking down into the valley from the observation deck, we went to the Kurotamago building. Everyone tried the "black eggs" (they said they had heard about the black eggs in advance). They also enjoyed ice cream. We also visited the Hakone Geomuseum, and the guests said it helped them really understand how volcanoes work. After that, we connected ropeways to reach Togendai Station. We took a break with a light meal at the Togendai View Restaurant. Then we boarded the Hakone Sightseeing Cruise (pirate ship) to Moto-Hakone Port. From the top deck, the guests enjoyed the view of Lake Ashi. They said, "It's such a beautiful, quiet, and peaceful lake," and asked, "How was it formed?" After that, we walked to Hakone Shrine, which they had strongly wished to visit. We returned to Moto-Hakone, then connected the Hakone Tozan Bus and Hakone Tozan Railway to reach Odawara Station. Along the way they commented: "All over Japan, the towns are so orderly and clean. There's no litter." "Everyone is so polite." "The trains are quiet and no one is being loud." "We don't see homeless people. Why is that?" They also said that Kyoto had made the strongest impression of all. I saw them off at the Shinkansen entrance of Odawara Station, and we parted ways.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Free PassOdawara Station～Gora Station5,000JPY
    Section 2OtherGora Station～Sounzan Station0JPY
    Section 3OtherSounzan Station～Owakudani Station0JPY
    Section 4OtherOwakudani Station～Togendai Station0JPY
    Section 5OtherTogendai Port～Moto-Hakone Port0JPY
    Section 6BusMoto-Hakone Station～Hakone-Yumoto Station0JPY
    Section 7TrainHakone-Yumoto Station～Odawara Station0JPY
    Total5,000JPY

    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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  • Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour

    Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour

    Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 10:00 Meet up @The Thousand Kyoto
    • 2. 10:15 @Fushimi Inari Taisha
    • 3. 12:00 @Kiyomizu-dera
    • 4. 13:00 @Yasaka Shrine
    • 5. 13:45 @Gion Shirakawa
    • 6. 14:20 Disband @Nishiki Market

    What Is a Private Walking Tour of Kyoto Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu-dera, and Nishiki Market The requested sights were Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kiyomizu-dera, and the Yasaka Pagoda. We walked quite a lot in the intense summer heat, but I was able to explain many things, and the guests asked many questions as well, so I believe the tour was rich in content. When asked how many deities there are in Japan, I guided and explained several auxiliary shrines at Yasaka Shrine. To avoid dehydration along the way, I had the guests drink water many times, and by the time we reached Nishiki Market, they had recovered their energy and cheerfully disappeared into the crowd, looking like they were enjoying themselves. I believe the guests were very pleased.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainKyoto～Inari150JPY
    Section 2TrainFushimi Inari～Kiyomizu-Gojo220JPY
    Total370JPY

    Tour Report by YUKA

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

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    Sep 29, 2026
    duncans746
    Yuka was great
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    Sep 23, 2026
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    Great day in Kyoto
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  • Mt. Fuji Five Lakes Customized Tour

    Mt. Fuji Five Lakes Customized Tour

    Mt. Fuji Five Lakes Customized Tour with Licensed Guide

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:50 Meet the guests at Kawaguchiko Station
    • 11:15 Kawaguchiko Station – 11:28 Shimoyoshida Station (train)
    • Arakurayama Sengen Park Chureito Pagoda
    • 13:11 Shimoyoshida Station – 13:17 Fujisan Station (train)
    • Lunch at Fujisan Station
    • 13:53 Fujisan Station – 14:14 Oshino Hakkai (bus)
    • Sightseeing centered on the Hannoki Bayashi Museum
    • 15:50 Oshino Hakkai – 16:10 Kawaguchiko Ropeway (taxi)
    • 17:10 Disband at Kawaguchiko Ropeway

    What Is a Private Fuji Five Lakes Day Tour from Kawaguchiko Like? A Licensed Guide's Report 10:50 Meet at Kawaguchiko Station ・Arakurayama Sengen Park The stairs were demanding, but the guests thoroughly enjoyed the wonderful view of Mount Fuji and the five-story pagoda. ・Oshino Hakkai The guests wished to see thatched-roof houses, so we focused our visit on the Hannoki Bayashi Museum. They greatly enjoyed the thatched roofs, the bottomless pond, the rainbow trout, and the carp. ・It began to rain on the way back, and there was some talk of skipping the ropeway and spending time in Oshino instead, but Mount Fuji appeared again, so we headed to the Kawaguchiko Ropeway as planned. There was a major bus delay and a long queue, so the guests hailed a taxi. ・At the Kawaguchiko Ropeway, the guests were deeply impressed by the views of Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi. 17:10 Ended the tour at the Kawaguchiko Ropeway. The guests had already arranged a hotel shuttle from Kawaguchiko Station. Although it drizzled at times, Mount Fuji was clearly visible and the weather was perfect for sightseeing around the Fuji Five Lakes, so the guests greatly enjoyed themselves. Other ・On Thursday there was a sudden cancellation notice, and then the evening before, on Friday, a message came from the guests requesting to proceed as originally planned, which was quite confusing. Thank you very much to the office for handling this. ・These guests had brought a drone and asked whether there was any place where they could film. I also asked the staff at the Hannoki Museum, but of course prior permission is required. This was my first such case, so I would appreciate it if guidance on how to handle drones could be shared. Thank you very much.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainKawaguchiko Station～Shimoyoshida Station310JPY
    Section 2TrainShimoyoshida Station～Fujisan Station230JPY
    Section 3BusFujisan Station～Oshino Hakkai450JPY
    Total990JPY

    Tour Report by Yumi

    Dear my guests,

    Hi. My name is Yumi, a national licensed English-speaking guide living in Yamanashi, home of Mt. Fuji.

    Since started guiding in 2005, I have guided tours in my local area, Yamanashi and its vicinities, as well as tours visiting many places across Japan.

    I would like to show you hidden gems off the beaten track and cultural treasures. The view of Mt. Fuji and lakes at the foot of the mountain is magnificent. I will make your visit to the Fuji Five Lakes Area as enjoyable and memorable as possible.

    Looking forward to meeting you. Let’s have a great day.

    Best regards,
    Yumi

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    May 23, 2026
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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

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • Hotel pick up. ⇒Kinkakuji ⇒ Fushimiinari. ⇒Kiyomizudera. ⇒sanneizaka.⇒yasakanotou ⇒koushindou.⇒ Gion. ⇒Return to Hotel

    What Does a Private Kyoto Day Tour Look Like on a Hot Summer Day? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from North America. As requested in advance, we visited Kinkaku-ji, Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu-dera, and then walked from Sannenzaka to the Yasaka Pagoda before touring Gion. Originally, the forecast suggested it would be cooler (33 degrees) than the previous day (36 degrees), but in the afternoon the temperature eventually rose to 36 degrees, making it another hot day. The morning was pleasantly cool, but before heading to Gion, the guests said they felt unwell from the heat and could no longer walk outside. I parked the car in front of Tatsumi Shrine in Gion and, in the cool interior of the vehicle, explained about geiko and maiko using illustrations. After cooling down, some of the guests joined me to walk around the teahouses and geisha houses near Shirakawa. Finally, I had the driver take a slow route so I could explain Hanamikoji and Miyagawacho from inside the car, bringing the tour to a close. Although it was a hot day, we managed well by making good use of taxis, and it turned out to be an enjoyable tour.

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    Tour Report by KAZU

    Hi, every one. How have you been? I am JGA tour guide Kazu. It is my great pleasure that I can introduce myself here. I am already more than 70 years old, but I believe I am still young both mentally and physically. I like walking with my customers very much. I am from Tokyo, but now

    I live in Kyoto traditional city and an old capital of Japan. I had worked at electric manufacturing company for more than 40 years. While I was working at that company, fortunately I had a lot of chances to visit many foreign countries.

    I lived in Singapore, Malaysia, Poland and Mexico. Also I visited America, Britain, and other countries. Basically I used English to proceed my job there, however I always tried to speak local languages as much as possible. Through staying other countries, I found that there were great differences of the culture or the way of thinking between those countries and Japan. I though I had a valuable experience. After I retired from the company 5 years ago, I began to work as a tour guide although I got the National English tour guide license 7 years ago. Besides English I speak Spanish but I don’t have Spanish tour guide license yet. I belong to the comany JGA and worked around 10 days a month. So far I accompanied with mu customers more than 100 groups. All of my tour was good and lucky as I was always favored with gentle and kind customers.

    My hobby is playing the guitar, dancing and learning foreign languages. I sometimes join the concert by playing the guitar, and it is fun for me. Though I like dancing, I can not dance well. I only enjoy dancing here in Japan.

    About the tour in Japan, I usually take my tourists to the famous spots in Kyoto like Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu dera, Fushimi inari, Gion area,Nishiki market and Arashiyama area. In Arashiyama area we often visit Bamboo forest,Nonomiya shrine,Togetsukyou bridge and Kimono forest. I will cope with my customers demands as much as possible so that I try to visit any places up to your requests.

    I welcome a lot for your coming to Japan. and if possible I would like to help you to visit various kind of spots in Japan especially in Kyoto. JGA is very flexible company so that I have a confidence that you will be satisfied with our attitude and hospitality. I am glad that many of my customers told that it was so nice to travel around Japan. We will and I will expect you come down to Japan any time and we are ready to help your memorable trip in Japan. I can not wait!

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  • Kyoto: Himuro Shrine & Tempozan Passenger Terminal End

    Kyoto: Himuro Shrine & Tempozan Passenger Terminal End

    Nara Day Trip by Car: Kyoto to Osaka with Licensed Guide

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 Arashizuki Arashiyama Meet
    • 10:15 Himuro Shrine
    • 10:20 Nara Park
    • 11:00 Todaiji Temple
    • 11:40 Nigatsudo Hall
    • 12:30 Heijo-kyo Ruins Exhibition Hall
    • 13:20 Nigiwai no Ie
    • 13:40 Naramachi Free Walk
    • 14:30 Departure for Osaka
    • 15:25 Tempozan Passenger Terminal End

    What Is a Private Day Trip to Nara from Kyoto Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The tour was originally planned to depart from Osaka, but since the guests were staying in Kyoto, it was changed to depart from Kyoto instead. I guided the group, who were from the Middle East. The guests were quiet and composed. One of the guests was very responsible, checking the Japanese yen from their own wallet while making payments. I felt they had received a fine upbringing. What the guests wanted to do most was feed the deer, so we set aside plenty of time for it. They took many photos and seemed very satisfied. At the end, the group enjoyed a leisurely stroll together before leaving Nara. Nara was scorching hot that day, but the guests seemed to have a wonderful time, which made me very happy.

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    Tour Report by momo

    Hello. My name is Momoyo Kanagawa. I’ve been a certified interpreter guide for 7 years. I have experience guiding not only in the Kansai
    area such as Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara, but also in the Tokyo area. I have a passion for sharing the rich history and culture of Japan.
    Japan is a beautiful country with diverse culture and nature. If you come to Japan, you might be able to experience things like:
    Sight: You can see the scenery of cherry blossom petals dancing in the wind, or the majestic figure of Mt. Fuji.
    Hearing: You can hear the sound of traditional instruments such as Japanese drums and shakuhachi, or the lively atmosphere of festivals and fireworks.
    Touch: You can relax in a hot spring, or try on Japanese costumes such as kimono and yukata.
    Taste: You can taste famous Japanese dishes such as sushi, tempura, ramen, or Japanese drinks such as matcha and sake.
    Smell: You can smell the fragrance of incense and flowers, or feel the unique air of temples and shrines.
    These are just some of the charms of Japan. There are still many things to discover in Japan. Please use your five senses and feel the wonder of Japan.
    I’m excited to be able to explore Japan together with you and make your visit memorable! I will escort you with the best hospitality.

    안녕하세요. 간사이에서 가이드를 하고 있는 카나가와 모모요라고 합니다.
    오사카·교토·나라·고베를 중심으로 역사와 문화, 미의식, 그리고 일본인의 정신성까지를 차분하고 깊이 있게 전하며 오래 기억에 남는 간사이 여행을 안내합니다.

    단순한 명소 방문이 아닌, 봄의 벚꽃, 여름의 신록, 가을의 단풍, 겨울의 고요함 등 일본 사계절 자연의 아름다움을 온전히 느낄 수 있는 여행을 중요하게 생각합니다.
    또한 일식을 비롯한 일본의 식문화와 지역의 제철 식재료, 신뢰할 수 있는 고급 레스토랑과 명점 소개를 통해 미각으로도 일본을 깊이 경험하는 시간을 제안합니다.

    커플 여행부터 가족 여행까지, 어르신부터 어린이까지 다양한 연령대와 상황에 맞춘 무리 없는 일정 구성이 가능합니다. 한일 양국의 문화적 공통점과 차이를 세심하게 고려하여, 편안하고 신뢰할 수 있는 가이딩을 제공하고자 합니다.

    최고의 호스피탈리티로 고객님의 여행 추억 속에 오래 남을 소중한 한 페이지를 장식하는 동반자가 되겠습니다.

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  • Kyoto Customized Full-Day Private Tour

    Kyoto Customized Full-Day Private Tour

    Kyoto Customized Full-Day Private Tour with Licensed Guide

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 9:00 Meet up @Alza Kyoto
    • 2. 9:15 @Fushimi Inari Taisha
    • 3. 10:20 @Arashiyama Bamboo Grove & Tenryu-ji Temple
    • 4. 11:30 @Ryoan-ji Temple
    • 5. 12:00 @Kinkaku-ji Temple
    • 6. 12:30 Lunch @Cafe Du Mondo
    • 7. 13:45 @Obai-in & Zuisen-in
    • 8. 14:45 @Ginkaku-ji Temple
    • 9. 15:15 @Philosopher's Path
    • 10. 16:15 @Nanzen-ji Temple Gate
    • 11. 16:30 Disband @Alza Kyoto

    What Is a Private Kyoto Day Tour by Taxi Like? A Licensed Guide's Report An intermediary travel agency had provided detailed requests regarding the lunch venue and places to visit, so I followed them for the most part. All transportation was by taxi. The agency had requested that we avoid Arashiyama, but when I showed photos to the guests, they said they very much wanted to go, so I guided them there together with Tenryu-ji Temple. After a leisurely lunch, we started the second half of the tour, but the extreme heat of 38°C made it quite challenging. Even so, the guests said they wanted to walk the Philosopher's Path, so we made the effort to walk it, saw the Sanmon gate of Nanzen-ji Temple, and returned to the hotel. Afterward, I was asked for advice about the rest of their stay in Kyoto, so I explained while showing them a map and also recommended some restaurants before we parted. Right afterward, I received a message of thanks from the guests via a messaging app, saying "You are the best!" — they seemed very pleased.

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    Tour Report by YUKA

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

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  • 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. 8:30 Meet at Hotel New Otani Tokyo The Main
    • 2. 9:00 Tsukiji Outer Market
    • 3. 11:00 Meiji Shrine
    • 4. 12:30 Shibuya Crossing
    • 5. 13:00 Lunch at Japanese-style Yakiniku Okamoto
    • 6. 14:00 Asakusa Sensoji Temple and Nakamise
    • 7. 14:30 Disband at Asakusa

    What Can You See on a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour? A Licensed Guide's Report on Tsukiji, Meiji Shrine, Shibuya, and Asakusa The guests initially asked to push the meeting time back by one hour on short notice, then inquired about keeping the original time, and in the end we agreed to delay the meeting by 30 minutes, which we did. We started at the Tsukiji Outer Market, keeping our time in the hot outdoor area brief and heading indoors to enjoy natural rock oysters, which the guests seemed very pleased with. Next, we cooled off a little in the forest of Meiji Shrine. We skipped Harajuku and instead viewed the Shibuya Scramble Crossing, which was lively on the holiday, and the guests seemed to find it fascinating. On the Ginza Line to Asakusa, we relaxed in comfortable seats in the cool train car. In Asakusa, the guests seemed to greatly enjoy Japanese-style yakiniku. Finally, I explained Senso-ji Temple and the Nakamise shopping street in Asakusa before we parted ways. Overall, I believe the guests were very satisfied.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Free PassAkasaka-mitsuke～Tsukiji600JPY
    Section 2Free PassHigashi-ginza～Meiji-jingumae0JPY
    Section 3TrainHarajuku～Shibuya150JPY
    Section 4Free PassShibuya～Asakusa0JPY
    Total750JPY

    Tour Report by Kei

    Born and raised in Tokyo a half-century ago, I have lived in Tokyo all my life except for one year in the UK to study for a master’s course. I am a Tokyo Native with viewpoints based on broader local knowledge than anyone else. I have specialised in Japanese history, culture, and architecture since I was an architect.
    Also, I am a foodie emphasising Japanese traditional & healthy foods. I’ve been to many countries around the world, such as the US, Central America, Europe, and Asia. As such, I believe I can anticipate the needs of foreign tourists in Japan.

    Despite my experience as a guide for just two years, we can make the best out of our tour by travelling from your hotel to spots time-efficiently with my local knowledge, while accommodating your unexpected requests during the tour.
    My strong area includes Yanesen; Old Temples in a Quaint Village, Kamakura, Asakusa Sensoji, Meiji Shrine and Imperial Palace. All give you peace of mind.

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    Oct 22, 2025
    I5562SWphilipk
    Great intro to Tokyo
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
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  • Tokyo Family-Friendly Customized Tour

    Tokyo Family-Friendly Customized Tour

    Tokyo Family-Friendly Customized Tour with Licensed Guide

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1.08:45 Meet @ Metro Hatchobori Station
    • 2.09:15 @ Meiji Shrine
    • 3.10:30 Takeshita Street
    • 4.11:30 Lunch @ Kaisen Misakiko
    • 5.12:30 @ Shibuya
    • 6.13:00 @ Shinjuku
    • 7.14:00 Disband @ Tokyo Station

    Title: What's a Private Family-Friendly Day Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report Body: The accommodation was a hotel in the Tokyo Bay area, so I met the guests at Hatchobori. The guests were a group visiting Tokyo. As it was very hot and humid, they mentioned they had not slept well the night before and were not feeling their best. They said Meiji Shrine, surrounded by forest, was beautiful. We cooled off with some ice cream. On Takeshita Street, they enjoyed buying gashapon capsule toys, rainbow-colored cotton candy, and candy. We also visited a hedgehog cafe, where they found the animals very cute. Since they had not been able to have Japanese food the day before, we had lunch at a conveyor-belt sushi restaurant, experienced the Shibuya Crossing, and then saw the Godzilla Head in Shinjuku. We continued together to Tokyo Station, where we parted ways. They were surprised that some shops in Japan still only accept cash. Overall, I believe they enjoyed the tour. They said they would like to come again in winter. This private one-day tour of Tokyo was guided by a government-licensed guide from [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/). [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 1SubwayHatchobori Station～Meiji-jingumae209JPY
    Section 2TrainHarajuku～Shibuya146JPY
    Section 3TrainShibuya～Shinjuku167JPY
    Section 4TrainShinjuku～Tokyo208JPY
    Total730JPY

    Tour Report by FUMIKO

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

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    Sep 29, 2026
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  • Tokyo in One Day: 30 @ Akihabara

    Tokyo in One Day: 30 @ Akihabara

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    July, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1.08:00 Meet @ Hotel
    • 2.08:25 @ Nijubashi Bridge
    • 3.09:30 @ Meiji Shrine
    • 4.10:20 @ Takeshita Street
    • 5.11:30 @ Shinjuku Gyoen
    • 6.12:10 @ Hanazono Shrine
    • 7.12:30 @ Golden Gai
    • 8.12:40 Lunch @ Starbucks Tokyu Kabukicho Tower
    • 9:13:30 @ Akihabara
    • 10:14:00 Dismiss @ Akihabara

    Title: What's a Full-Day Private Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The group wanted to visit as many places as possible. They mentioned that they had gone to Asakusa the day before. We took photos at Nijubashi, and after praying at Meiji Shrine, we enjoyed some ice cream. On Takeshita Street, some of the guests enjoyed shopping for accessories and T-shirts. They plan to visit an animal cafe on another day. Since one of the guests did not particularly enjoy shopping and seemed tired from the heat, they rested at a cafe while the rest of the group went to Shinjuku Gyoen. They said the Japanese garden was very beautiful. Afterward, the group came together again and walked to Golden Gai, enjoyed the Godzilla head, and had a light lunch at a coffee shop. We then moved to Akihabara, where I explained the highlights before parting ways there. Some of the guests are fond of anime. Although it was quite hot, I was glad we were able to complete the tour safely.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayKokkai-gijidomae～Nijubashi-mae178JPY
    Section 2SubwayNijubashi-mae～Meiji-jingumae209JPY
    Section 3SubwayMeiji-jingumae～Shinjuku-gyoemmae178JPY
    Section 4TrainShinjuku～Akihabara178JPY
    Total743JPY

    Tour Report by FUMIKO

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

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