July 2, 2026
David S
Tripadvisor : Toyosu Market Morning Tuna Auction and Tsukiji Food Tour with Licensed Guide
Incredible experience at the Markets!
Toru was an AMAZING host and tour guide. He went above and beyond with communication prior, during, and after to make sure my Son and I had an incredible experience. He was unbelievably knowledgeable and catered the tour to what we wanted as well. The sushi breakfast was unreal! Learning all about both Toyosu and Tsukiji markets was an experience we will never forget. 10 out of 10 for sure!!

Jun 6, 2026
meltemg957
Unique experience with a highly knowledgeable guide
Tripadvisor review: Toyosu Market Morning Tuna Auction and Tsukiji Food Tour with Licensed Guide
This was our first time visiting a fish market, and from the time we booked the experience, Toru-san has been amazing. He helped us get to Toyosu market, where the tuna auction takes place, at the right time to get the best views and explained everything about how the auction works and made sure we didn’t miss anything. (You will need a knowledgeable tour guide because everything happens so fast and you might miss it!) We learned so much during such a short time about how the delicious tuna you eat at a sushi restaurant ends up in front of you. After the auction Toru-san took us to Okame, a great sushi restaurant, where we got to experience delicious sushi breakfast. Our next stop was Tsukiji market, and again we got to try all sorts of food and learn more about the market and got to meet some of the vendors. Everyone was so welcoming and friendly. If you are interested in cooking, Japanese cuisine, or know someone home, this tour will give you the opportunity to do some shopping for unique souvenirs.

We had to get to Toyosu market before 5 am, and while you might think it’s too early, but why not do something fun and delicious with your jetlag? It was so worth it and I’m glad we chose to spend our first morning in Tokyo with Toru-san. The other advantage of being so early was that the market was not as crowded and we got to enjoy our time without having to wait in line.

Thank you, Toru-san!

Jun 4, 2026
bluejerky1
Turo was knowledgeable and the tour was fun and fun and informative. Highly recommend.
Tripadvisor review: Toyosu Market Morning Tuna Auction and Tsukiji Food Tour with Licensed Guide
The tour was great. We got to learn a lot about sushi and really enjoyed our time in the
market as well.

May 29, 2026
Eva P
Fabulous experience with Toru!
Tripadvisor review: Toyosu Market Morning Tuna Auction and Tsukiji Food Tour with Licensed Guide
Toru was a fantastic guide and made our experience one to remember. He picked us up
from the hotel and clearly knew how to be there early to get a good view. He also took us to
a delicious sushi place thereafter which the whole family enjoyed.

Jul 21, 2026
Sandra_U
Viator review: Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
Great Individualized Tour!
Our tour guide, Masa, was wonderful. The tour was individually crafted to the sites and activities that we wanted to see. We really enjoyed that we used public transportation. He had great insight and was very helpful. I highly recommend.

Apr 3, 2026
Celal_S
Viator review: Tokyo 8hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
We had a great tour even…
We had a great tour even it was full day rainy and a bad day for walking. Masa san was a
great guide, he was very helpful and guided us very nicely.

Mar 30, 2026
Johanna H
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Early Morning Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
6 hour Guided Tour of Tokyo
We booked the 6 hour tour of Tokyo with a Government Guide for our first day, to help us ‘acclimatise’ to Tokyo….learn the trains/metro, get tips and ideas etc, plus obviously visit a few highlights. Masa our guide was brilliant, contacting us in advance to find out what we would like to see, then he produced a detailed itinerary for us to review (it was spot on). He kept in touch leading up to the day and led us through a great day. The tour (& Masa) exceeded our expectations

Mar 26, 2026
Chica717
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Amazing private tour with Masa!
We had the absolute pleasure of spending two days with Masa san (a 6-hr tour and an 8-hour tour). If you are able to specifically request him as your guide, I highly recommend you do. He went above and beyond to make sure our visit to Tokyo was unforgettable. We corresponded well in advance, and Masa san provided invaluable insight into planning two days’ worth of sightseeing. On the days of our tours, he arrived on time and well prepared, and answered all our questions throughout the tours, whether they were about the sites, local customs, history, or etiquette. He researched alternatives when it rained and called venues on our behalf. He was a tour guide, travel agent, interpreter, and fixer – all in one! Most importantly, Masa san is a delight to spend time with – he’s a great conversationalist, and is extremely thoughtful, kind, and funny!

May 14, 2026
wibblephil
Great tailored tour.
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
Our guide for Tokyo was Keiji Iwasaki and he was excellent, providing a tailored experience that was drafted prior to the day with a full itinerary
Mapped out that suited our needs and interests. He helped us in shopping what we wanted, providing expert shopping tips and advice. A highlight was the palace gardens and the theatre building and lunch was just exceptional.
Great service and would recommend him.

Apr 3, 2026
Travelalerter
Wonderful Guided Tour
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
My husband and I had a wonderful tour with Keiji Iwasaki. He took us to beautiful and
interesting places and provided insight into Japanese history and culture. Keiji is very
personable and considerate. We are so happy that we booked this tour.

Mar 28, 2026
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Adventure66869898889
Good day in Tokyo.
Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
We had a great day with Keiji. He worked with us to map out where and what we wanted to
see and set a good pace for us. Took us to a good mix of touristy sites as well as everyday
Tokyo places. He also spent time helping us plan the rest of our trip.

Jun 19, 2025
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Cydney_A
Great overview of the markets
Viator review: Tsukiji Food and Toyosu Market with Government-Licensed Guide
This was a great walking tour and ability to see some key highlights of the markets. There’s
not a lot of time to grab something to eat — but if you book early in the am it’s perfect to
end the tour at the food court.

Jul 27, 2026
Jen_S21
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour, Licensed Guide
The highlight of our trip!
Mari was an excellent guide and really was the highlight of our 17 day Japan trip. She had great information about Hiroshima, the history and culture. I had selected a start time for the tour but she reached out to recommend a slightly earlier start so we could hit the tide schedule just right for Miyajima Island, which I really appreciated. She also had recommendations for stuff to see and foods to eat. As we took a short break from all the walking, she told us the story of Sadako and the paper cranes, then showed us how to fold our own paper crane and had a bag we could put it in to take it home. It made for a wonderful souvenir. I would HIGHLY recommend this tour, especially if you are lucky enough to get Mari as your guide!

Jul 26, 2026
Celine B
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima Peace Park Customized Tour with Licensed Guide
A faire
Une belle visite, bcp d’émotions.
Mari a été une super guide et nous a permis de mieux comprendre ce quil s’est passé ici. Merci à elle

やるべきこと
とても素晴らしい見学でした。たくさんの感動がありました。
Mariさんはとても素晴らしいガイドで、この場所で何が起こったのかをより深く理解できるように案内してくださいました。ありがとうございました。

Jun 25, 2026
Bill_C
Viator review: Hiroshima City 4hr Private Walking Tour with Licensed Guide
My son and I really…
My son and I really enjoyed our tour with our tour guide Mari. She was extremely
knowledgeable and engaging. We felt like she went above and beyond to ensure a good
experience.

Jun 22, 2026
Beth W
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
Mari is a fantastic guide for your Visit to Hiroshima!!
Mari was a fantastic guide !!! I hope you get her when you book this tour!!! She is charming and quite knowledgeable . We had some poignant moments at the peace park and such interesting insights into the Japanese culture and history. She knows the ins and outs taking us a bit off the beaten track as requested. And we had a great lunch !!!! The traditional Japanese layered pancake whose name I cannot spell. I look forward some day to returning and meeting up again with dear Mari!

Mar 30, 2026
MarieC
Viator review: Tsukiji Food and Toyosu Market with Government-Licensed Guide
Tomoya was a fantastic…
Tomoya was a fantastic guide. Very knowledgeable & very personable while maintaining a
high level of professionalism. He seeks to understand his clients interests and perfectly
curates the experience to their wants. We would highly recommend Tomoya.

May 12, 2025
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Christa_S
Memorable Day in Hiroshima
Viator review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
This is a difficult place to visit because of its history but Dolly did an amazing job! She customized our tour exactly to want we wanted, fitting everything we wanted to do in, without making us feel rushed. The combination of the beauty of Miyajima island and the horror of the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum makes for an emotional day…but a day we will never forget.

Apr 20, 2025
Dorthe1
Miyajima Island
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
We had a very well planned tour with great flexibility regarding our interests and needs. We left early for Miyajima Island and thereby avoided the huge crowds forming as we descended the summit. Dolly was a great guide leading us through the Island signifying the cultural importance the Island had and informing us on the historical events leading to its current state. We had a great ascend to the top of the island, where we had a light lunch with a beautiful view.

We returned to Hiroshima from Miyajima Island by boat taking us through the canals of Hiroshima, where it was possible to observe the memorial park, the Hiroshima port and the oyster banks. The boat terminal was located just at the beginning of Memorial park, from where Dolly took us through all the attractions. She had a firm grasp of the historical events concerning the atomic bombing and the impact it had on Japan.

Dolly was generally a mindful, interested and passionate guide discussing everything from WW2 politics to the best okonomiyaki spots in Hiroshima. We had a wonderful day with Dolly and highly recommend anyone wishing to discover Hiroshima to contact Dolly.

Apr 18, 2025
kulungr2021
Incredible Japan
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
We had the privilege of being guided by Dolly, who was incredibly patient with us. She was highly knowledgeable and had a deep understanding of both the history and local culture. During our day tour to Hiroshima, we were able to enjoy a traditional Japanese meal at one of the local restaurants. The Torii gate and shrine were absolutely divine. The tour was perfectly planned and tailored to meet our needs. We took many photos, and Dolly kindly took some key pictures for us and shared them afterward. Dolly was also very grateful that we spent extra time at the Hiroshima museum. Though I had read about the Second World War, it wasn’t until we saw the devastation in person and explored the museum that we truly understood the extent of the damage and the suffering people endured. The experience left us all deeply emotional.

Overall, the tour was unforgettable, and we highly recommend Dolly and the company she represents. Thank you, Dolly, for providing us with such a memorable experience. I look forward to visiting Japan again and will certainly request Dolly as our guide, this time perhaps exploring more sights beyond just Hiroshima.

It was our first visit to Japan, and I can’t praise the country enough. The people are exceptionally polite, and I never saw any police patrolling the streets, which reflects how safe the country is. One of the things I usually look for is whether bicycles are locked when parked or if street gambling occurs, and I saw neither of these in Japan. The hospitality of the people was outstanding—always apologetic and eager to help. The food was incredible, and the technology was beyond anything we have in Europe; it felt like Japan is 15-20 years ahead in terms of innovation. I can’t stress enough how friendly and welcoming the people are. The train network is also remarkable—you can reach almost anywhere using public transport. All in all, it was an amazing experience.
Thank you so much Dolly for giving us the opportunity to be guided by you.

Apr 5, 2025
495clintt
Amazing tour with a great guide!
Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
My partner and I booked this tour for our trip to Japan. Our guide Midori (Dolly) was amazing. She was extremely knowledgeable and provided great insight about the events and history of Hiroshima. She also took us to an incredible okonamnyaki place for lunch which was delicious!

The trip to the island was also great, where we were lucky enough to see plenty of cherry blossoms in full bloom, as well as many different temples and other attractions.

Overall I highly recommend! And hopefully you get lucky enough to have Dolly as your guide!

Jul 25, 2026
135ulrikh
Tripadvisor review: Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
Half-day with private guide in Kyoto
We spent half a day with Kaeko Tanigawa taking us to Daitoku-ji and Kinkaku-ji temples and Nijo castle in Kyoto. She is very nice, customer-oriented and knowledgeable about Japanese culture and history.
To be highly recommended!

Jul 24, 2026
J6711TVnancyb
Tripadvisor review: Japan Guide Agency
Family Fun Day in Kyoto with young children
Kaeko Tanigawa was fantastic at helping us create a tour that worked for our family with two young children. It was a very hot day, but the air conditioned van was perfect. We loved making ramen together, feeding monkeys, and seeing a few top sites of Kyoto.

Jul 13, 2026
elizabethtW414DU
Tripadvisor review: Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Kyoto Private Tour
Kaeko was absolutely amazing from start to finish, and my husband and I had the best time with her during our honeymoon in Kyoto in April! She reached out well before our trip to get to know our interests and carefully planned an itinerary that was perfectly tailored to us—even helping us choose the perfect lunch spot.
Throughout the tour, Kaeko was incredibly knowledgeable, warm, and personable. She shared so much history and local insight while making the day feel relaxed and fun. What really stood out was that her expertise extended far beyond our 6-hour tour. She provided countless recommendations for restaurants, attractions, and hidden gems that made the rest of our time in Kyoto even more memorable.
If you’re looking for a personalized, thoughtful, and unforgettable experience in Kyoto, I can’t recommend Kaeko highly enough. She was one of the highlights of our entire trip!

Jul 12, 2026
johnkE8649IH
Tripadvisor review: Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
Excellent Kyoto Day Tour
We had a wonderful experience touring Kyoto with Kaeko Tanigawa. She was so knowledgeable and we never felt rushed. She made some excellent recommendations for restaurants and other things to do around town. Highly recommend if you have a chance to book with her!

Jul 25, 2026
135ulrikh
Tripadvisor review: Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
Half-day with private guide in Kyoto
We spent half a day with Kaeko Tanigawa taking us to Daitoku-ji and Kinkaku-ji temples and Nijo castle in Kyoto. She is very nice, customer-oriented and knowledgeable about Japanese culture and history.
To be highly recommended!

Jul 24, 2026
J6711TVnancyb
Tripadvisor review: Japan Guide Agency
Family Fun Day in Kyoto with young children
Kaeko Tanigawa was fantastic at helping us create a tour that worked for our family with two young children. It was a very hot day, but the air conditioned van was perfect. We loved making ramen together, feeding monkeys, and seeing a few top sites of Kyoto.

Jul 13, 2026
elizabethtW414DU
Tripadvisor review: Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Kyoto Private Tour
Kaeko was absolutely amazing from start to finish, and my husband and I had the best time with her during our honeymoon in Kyoto in April! She reached out well before our trip to get to know our interests and carefully planned an itinerary that was perfectly tailored to us—even helping us choose the perfect lunch spot.
Throughout the tour, Kaeko was incredibly knowledgeable, warm, and personable. She shared so much history and local insight while making the day feel relaxed and fun. What really stood out was that her expertise extended far beyond our 6-hour tour. She provided countless recommendations for restaurants, attractions, and hidden gems that made the rest of our time in Kyoto even more memorable.
If you’re looking for a personalized, thoughtful, and unforgettable experience in Kyoto, I can’t recommend Kaeko highly enough. She was one of the highlights of our entire trip!

Jul 12, 2026
johnkE8649IH
Tripadvisor review: Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
Excellent Kyoto Day Tour
We had a wonderful experience touring Kyoto with Kaeko Tanigawa. She was so knowledgeable and we never felt rushed. She made some excellent recommendations for restaurants and other things to do around town. Highly recommend if you have a chance to book with her!

Jul 29, 2026
James_G
Viator review: Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Great guide and very…
Great guide and very knowledgeable. Spoke perfect English and made the day fun and educational. Was able to adjust the tour based on my needs.

Jul 13, 2026
peterhR6472GA
Kyoto highlights with Kazu.
Tripadvisor review: Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
A wonderful day with Kazu san in Kyoto. From the moment that the tour was booked, his communication with email about planning the day was exceptional.
Kazu gave detailed explanations about the areas we visited and we appreciated all that he had to offer at each of our stops.
We thoroughly enjoyed our day with him.

Jul 12, 2026
cgalvez73
Fantastic tour guide
Tripadvisor review: Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Our guide in Kyoto was Kazu. By the end of the day, we felt like we had made a new friend.
Kazu helped us arrange the best day with our short time in Kyoto. He brought us to some “hidden gems” and gave us thorough explanations on history and culture.
I would highly recommend this tour.

Jun 23, 2026
Winni_H
Viator review: Private Kyoto Tour with Licensed Guide & Vehicle (Max 15 persons)
Highly recommended when in Kyoto
Our tour guide Kazu was very knowledgeable in terms of the history and explaining many of
the wonderful ancient sites around Kyoto. Definitely a must! Otherwise, I think it would be
difficult to tourists to understand on their own.