I am Hiroki Morikawa :Hiro:, English guide living with my wife ,just a hop skip and jump from Hakone, Kamakura, Tokyo and the Mt. Fuji.
I am a friendly grandfather of 4 grandchildren.
I would love to help you enjoy Japan, using my 3 strong points.
First: I am used to dealing with any kind of matters. I have experienced various situations in the 40 years of my working life.
Second: I am good at making a friendly atmosphere between you and local people to help you enjoy Japan. I was raised in western Japan, studied in northern Japan and now live in central Japan. So I know various local cultures and dialects to communicate with a wide variety of people.
Third: I can explain things from a technical point of view.
For example, how the Great Buddha was constructed, because I am a master of engineering graduated from Hokkaido University.
Please enjoy Japan with me. See you soon!!
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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.

Hi everyone!

I am Tatsu Nakayama, Japan Licensed Guide (2009-), Certified Travel Supervisor (2025-) and Domestic Itinerary Manager (2024-).

I am originally from Kannami Town of Shizuoka Prefecture, which is located just south of Hakone.

My guiding areas cover all over Japan, but I mainly guide in Tokyo, Hakone, Kamakura, Enoshima, Yokohama, Nikko, Mt. Fuji, Izu and Chiba.

I am ready to help my guests have wonderful experiences and unforgettable memories in Japan.
I always make sure everyone is happy and joyful while your needs are fully met with my big smiles and warmest hospitality. Lots of fun and new discoveries are an essential part of my tours.

Here is my guide history:

(In 2025)
– DEC 31: Tokyo Tokyo private car tour for a group from USA & El Salvador (10 PAX) – Tokyo Character Street, Ginza, Samurai Ninja Museum Tokyo, Asakusa
– DEC 30: Tokyo Tokyo private car tour for a group from USA & El Salvador (10 PAX) – Tsukiji Outer Market, teamLab Planets
– DEC 29: Tokyo Tokyo private car tour for a family from USA & El Salvador (5 PAX) – Shibuya, Omote Sando/Takeshita Street
– DEC 28: Tokyo private walking tour for a family from Australia (4 PAX) – Meiji Jingu Shrine, Takeshita Street/Omote Sando, Tsukiji Outer Market, Tokyo Tower, Asakusa (* Received a 5-star evaluation on Viator)
– NOV 15: Kamakura & Enoshima private walking tour for a group from Ghana (9 PAX) – Enoshima Shrine, Enoshima Samuel Cocking Garden, Kotoku-in Temple (Great Buddha of Kamakura)
– NOV 14: Nikko private walking tour for a group from USA (3 PAX) – Nikko Toshogu Shrine, Kanmangafuchi Abyss, Kirifuri Falls (*Received a 5-star evaluation on Tripadvisor)
– NOV 1: Nikko private walking tour for a family from Mexico (4 PAX) – Kegon Falls, Lake Chuzenji, Nikko Toshogu Shrine, Rinnoji Temple Shoyoen Garden, Shinkyo Bridge (*Received a 5-star evaluation on Tripadvisor)
– OCT 27: Tokyo private car tour and airport transfer for a couple from USA (2 PAX) – Meiji Jingu Shrine, Imperial Hotel, Tokyo Sumo Show, Meguro, Haneda Airport
– OCT 16: Tokyo private walking tour for a group from UK & Norway (4 PAX) – Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, Tsukiji Outer Garden, Imperial Palace Outer Garden & Nijubashi Bridge, Tokyo Tower
– OCT 12: Tokyo private car tour for a couple from USA (2 PAX) – Asakusa (Kimono & tea ceremony experience), Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ginza
– OCT 11: Hakone private walking tour for a guest from USA (1 PAX) – Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine/Kuzuryu Shrine Shingu, Hakone Sightseeing Cruise, Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani Valley, cu-mo Hakone, Hakone Open Air Museum
– OCT 7: Tokyo private walking tour for a group from USA (4 PAX) – Shibuya, Asakusa, Ginza, Imperial Palace Outer Garden & Nijubashi Bridge (*Received a 5-star evaluation on Tripadvisor)
– SEP 28: Fuji Hakone private car tour for a couple from India (2 PAX) – Oshino Hakkai, Owakudani Valley, Hakone Ropeway, Hakone Sightseeing Cruise
– SEP 27: Tokyo private car tour for a couple from India (2 PAX) – Imperial Palace Outer Garden & Nijubashi Bridge, Asakusa (Kimono & tea ceremony experience), Kappabashi Street, Tokyo Skytree, Shibuya)
– AUG 7: Hakone private walking tour for a family from USA (2 PAX) – Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine/Kuzuryu Shrine Shingu, Hakone Sightseeing Cruise, Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani Valley, Hakone Open Air Museum (*Received a 5-star evaluation on Tripadvisor)
– JUL 24: Tokyo private walking tour for a family from Canada (2 PAX) – Meiji Jingu Shrine, Takeshita Street/Omote Sando, Tsukiji Outer Market, Tokyo Tower, Asakusa
– JUL 22: Hakone private walking tour for a family from Austria (3 PAX) – Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine/Kuzuryu Shrine Shingu, Hakone Sightseeing Cruise, Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani Valley, cu-mo Hakone, Hakone Gora Park (*Received a 5-star evaluation on Tripadvisor)
– JUL 9: Hakone private walking tour for a family from Canada (3 PAX) – Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine/Kuzuryu Shrine Shingu, Hakone Sightseeing Cruise, Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani Valley, cu-mo Hakone (*Received a 5-star evaluation on Tripadvisor)
– MAY 15: Hakone private walking tour for a couple from New Zealand (2 PAX) – Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine/Kuzuryu Shrine Shingu, Hakone Sightseeing Cruise, Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani Valley, cu-mo Hakone
– MAY 3: Hakone private walking tour for a couple from Spain & Mexico (2 PAX) – Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine/Kuzuryu Shrine Shingu, Hakone Sightseeing Cruise, Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani Valley, Hakone Open Air Museum (*Received two 5-star evaluations on Tripadvisor)
– APR 30: Tokyo private walking tour for a family from Scotland (4 PAX) – Meiji Jingu Shrine, Shibuya, Asakusa, Imperial Palace East Gardens, Kabuki-za Tower, Ginza (*Received two 5-star evaluations on Tripadvisor)
– APR 18: Tokyo private walking tour for a family from USA (2 PAX) – Tokyo Tower, Asakusa, Akihabara Electric Town, Ginza, Kabuki-za Tower, Shibuya
– APR 13: Tokyo private walking tour for a couple from USA (2 PAX) – Meiji Jingu Shrine, Shibuya, Asakusa, Shinjuku (*Received a 5-star evaluation on Viator)
– APR 12: Hakone private car tour for a VIP couple from Canada (2 PAX): Onshi Hakone Park, Hakone Shrine, Hotel de Yama, Hakone Sightseeing Cruise, Owakudani Valley
– APR 7: Tokyo private car tour for a VIP family from USA (3 PAX) – Tsukiji Outer Market, Tokyo Skytree, teamLab Borderless, Shibuya
– APR 6: Airport transfer for a VIP family from USA (3 PAX) – Narita Airport to Tokyo
– APR 5: Nikko private car tour for a couple from USA & Colombia (2 PAX) – Kegon Falls, Nikko Toshogu Shrine
– MAR 31: Tokyo bus tour for cruise passengers (Yokohama DEP.) from USA (22 PAX) – Tokyo Tower, Meiji Jingu Shrine & Asakusa
– MAR 30: Tokyo bus tour for cruise passengers from USA, UK, Canada, Mexico & the Philippines (40 PAX) – Asakusa & Ginza
– MAR 29: Tokyo private walking tour for a family from USA (4 PAX) – Asakusa, Kappabashi Kitchenware Street, Ameyoko Shopping Street
– MAR 22: Hakone private walking tour (Tokyo DEP.) for a family from USA (4 PAX) – Lake Ashi, Hakone Shrine, Hotel de Yama, Hakone Sightseeing Cruise, Owakudani Valley, Choanji Temple (*Received two 5-star evaluations on Tripadvisor)
– MAR 20: Tokyo private walking tour for a couple from Australia (2 PAX) – Meiji Jingu Shrine, Tsukiji Outer Market, Tokyo Skytree
– MAR 17: Tokyo private walking tour for a group from USA (3 PAX) – Hamarikyu Gardens, Shibuya, Daiba, Ginza
– MAR 16: Tokyo private tour with a vehicle for a couple from USA (2 PAX) – Imperial Palace, Nezu Shrine, Asakusa
– MAR 2: Tokyo private walking tour for a guest from USA (1 PAX) – Meiji Jingu Shrine, Imperial Palace East Gardens, Asakusa

(In 2024)
– DEC 30: Tokyo private walking tour for a family from Australia (4 PAX) – Takeshita Street/Omote Sando, Shibuya, Shinjuku, Tsukiji Outer Market, Asakusa, Tokyo Skytree (*Received two 5-star evaluations on Viator)
– DEC 29: Tokyo private walking tour for a family from Australia (5 PAX) – Ueno, Tsukiji Outer Market, Ginza, Shinjuku, Meiji Jingu Shrine, Takeshita Street
– DEC 19: Tokyo private walking tour for a couple from USA (2 PAX) – Meiji Jingu Shrine, Takeshita Street/Omote Sando, Tsukiji Outer Market, Tokyo Tower, Asakusa (*Received a 5-star evaluation on Viator)
– DEC 3: Tokyo private walking tour for a couple from India (2 PAX) – Meiji Jingu Shrine, Takeshita Street/Omote Sando, Tokyo Tower, Imperial Palace Inui Street
– NOV 16: Tokyo private walking tour for a group from Mexico (4 PAX) – Shibuya, Meiji Jingu Shrine, Tsukiji Outer Market, Ginza, Asakusa, Tokyo Tower (*Received a 5-star evaluation on Viator)
– NOV 13: Nikko private walking tour for a family from Colombia (3 PAX) – Kegon Falls, Shinkyo Bridge, Rinnoji Temple, Nikko Toshogu Shrine
– OCT 27: Airport transfer for a couple from Mexico (2 PAX) as Spanish-speaking assistant guide – Tokyo to Narita Airport
– OCT 22: Tokyo private walking tour for a group from India (2 PAX) – Meiji Jingu Shrine, Shibuya, Asakusa, Ginza (*Received a 5-star evaluation on Viator)
– OCT 14: Hakone private walking tour a guest from Austria (1 PAX) – Hakone Open Air Museum, Choanji Temple, Hakone Sightseeing Cruise
– OCT 13: Hotel transfer for a couple from Mexico (2 PAX) as Spanish-speaking assistant guide – Narita Airport to Tokyo
– OCT 9: Tokyo private walking tour for a family from USA (4 PAX) – Meiji Jingu Shrine, Takeshita Street/Omote Sando, Tsukiji Outer Market, Tokyo Tower, Asakusa
– AUG 10: Tokyo private walking tour for a VIP family from Brazil (3 PAX) – teamLab Borderless, Tsukiji Outer Market, Asakusa, Nishiazabu, Omote Sando, Shibuya
– JUL 20: Tokyo private car tour for a VIP family from USA (8 PAX) – teamLab Borderless, Tokyo Tower, Asakusa
– JUL 19: Airport transfer and Tokyo private tour for a VIP family from USA (8 PAX) – Tokyo Haneda Airport Private Jet Terminal to Tokyo, Kamiyacho, Akihabara
– JUL 15: Tokyo private walking tour for a family from Scotland (2 PAX) – Yoyogi Park, Meiji Jingu Shrine, Takeshita Street/Omote Sando, Tsukiji Outer Market, Tokyo Tower, Asakusa
– JUN 23: Tokyo private walking tour for a family from USA (5 PAX) – Meiji Jingu Shrine, Takeshita Street/Omote Sando, Tsukiji Outer Market, Tokyo Tower, Asakusa
– JUN 1: Tokyo private walking tour for a group from USA & Albania (2 PAX) – Meiji Jingu Shrine, Takeshita Street/Omote Sando, Tsukiji Outer Market, Tokyo Tower, Asakusa (*Received a 5-star evaluation on Viator)
– MAY 15: Tokyo bus tour for VIP participants of “SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024 – City Leaders Program (Hosted by Tokyo Metropolitan Government),” representing 41 world cities (some 120 PAX) as one of guide team members – teamLab Borderless, Happoen, Toyosu Fish Market & Senkyaku Banrai, Tokyo Big Sight
– APR 13: Tokyo bus tour & Narita Airport transfer for a group of cruise passengers from USA (30 PAX) – Tokyo Tower
– APR 12: Tokyo bus tour for cruise passengers from UK & USA (14 PAX) – Imperial Palace Outer Garden, Meiji Jingu Shrine, Harajuku, Asakusa
– APR 7: Tokyo private walking tour for a family from Ireland & USA (4 PAX) – Meiji Jingu Shrine, Takeshita Street/Omote Sando, Tsukiji Outer Market, Tokyo Tower, Asakusa (*Received a 5-star evaluation on Tripadvisor)
– APR 6: Tokyo private walking tour for a couple from the Netherlands (2 PAX) – Meiji Jingu Shrine, Takeshita Street/Omote Sando, Tsukiji Outer Market, Tokyo Tower, Asakusa (*Received a 5-star evaluation on Tripadvisor)
– APR 4: Tokyo private car tour for a group from India (10 PAX) – Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, Shibuya, Rainbow Bridge, the Statue of Liberty and Decks Beach Tokyo Odaiba, Ginza Six
– MAR 31: Tokyo bus tour for cruise passengers from New Zealand & USA (25 PAX) – Tokyo National Museum, Tokyo Tower
– MAR 30, 2024: Tokyo bus tour for cruise passengers from USA & Australia (28 PAX) – Imperial Palace Outer Garden & Nijubashi Bridge, Asakusa

(In 2023)
– JUL 8: Tokyo private walking tour for a family from India & USA (4 PAX) – Meiji Jingu Shrine, Harajuku, Imperial Palace East Gardens, Asakusa
– JUN 7: Tokyo private walking tour for a guest from Ireland (1 PAX) – Meiji Jingu Shrine, Tokyo Tower, Tsukiji Outer Market, Imperial Palace East Garden, Asakusa (*Received a 5-star evaluation on Tripadvisor)
– MAY 18: Tokyo private walking tour for a family from Germany (2 PAX) – Meiji Jingu Shrine, Tokyo Tower, Tsukiji Outer Market, Imperial Palace East Gardens, Asakusa (*Received a 5-star evaluation on Tripadvisor)
– MAY 14: Tokyo private walking tour for a guest from USA (1 PAX) – Meiji Jingu Shrine, Tokyo Tower, Tsukiji Outer Market, Imperial Palace East Gardens, Asakusa
– MAY 5: Tokyo bus tour for cruise passengers from France, Sweden, UK, USA, etc. (16 PAX) – Meiji Jingu Shrine, Hamarikyu Gardens, Yokohama Hammer Head
– APR 23: Tokyo private walking tour for a guest from the USA (1 PAX) – Meiji Jingu Shrine, Tokyo Tower, Tsukiji Outer Market, Imperial Palace East Gardens, Asakusa

(In 2019)
– SEP 21: Tokyo private walking tour for a couple from USA (2 PAX) – Meiji Jingu Shrine, Tokyo Tower, Tsukiji Outer Market, Ginza, Marunouchi, Imperial Palace East Gardens, Asakusa

(In 2014)
– APR 6: Tokyo bus tour & airport transfer for top executives from a German company (10 PAX) – Odaiba, Narita Airport
– APR 5: Hakone bus tour for top executives from a German company (10 PAX) – Hakone Ropeway, Owakudani, Lake Ashi, Sengokuhara

Apart from my experience as a professional guide, I traveled to, worked, studied, volunteered in approx. 50 countries and regions of the world. It includes 1-year travel in North America and Europe, 4-year work experience in Viet Nam and 1-year study in Spain.

I have worked for a non-profit organization for 25+ years, working extensively with foreign ambassadors and diplomats from over 100 countries.

From my rich experience of communication with people from all over the world, I look forward to serving you for your unforgettable memories in Japan.

I am highly skilled in photo-shooting. So, you can return home with some great photos!

I hope to see you all soon !

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Hiroshima Prefecture with a passionate and knowledgeable guide!

As a certified interpreter guide based in Hiroshima, I offer you an exclusive and personalized experience. From the poignant history of Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park to the serene beauty of Miyajima Island, I will share captivating stories and insights that bring these iconic sites to life.

My fluency in both English and Japanese ensures a seamless and enriching experience, bridging the gap between languages and cultures. Whether you’re a history buff, a nature lover, or simply looking to immerse yourself in Japanese culture, I tailor each tour to your interests and pace, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable adventure.

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!

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.

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!

Personal data
Born in : May 1st, 1957
Hobby : Visiting scenic places,
historic spots, Japanese
gardens and old townscape
Former career : Worked for electric
company and engaged in
international sales for
about 40 years.
Travel history in the former career :
Visited about 20 countries about 200 times

Career as guide interpreter
Acquisition of guide license : 2016
Career of guide : 8 years
Genre of my specialty :
Japanese historic structures such as
temple, shrine, castle and garden.
Area of guide : Kyoto, Nara, Osaka &
Himeji

Let’s enjoy Japan with me !!

Hello!! I’m Takako. Thank you for seeing my page. I’ve been showing guests around Tokyo, Yokohama and Kamakura for over six years. There are various things from historic sites, shrines and temples to cultural spots, good restaurants and anime shops in Japan.
I love watching sumo wrestling, Japanese traditional sport.
My favorite place is Tsukiji food market. It’s really exciting and you can enjoy a variety of delicious foods.
I also like visiting Japanese gardens such as Hama-rikyu Gardens and Rikugien Gardens.
Please let me know what interests you.
I would be happy to make a suitable tour for you and help you stay in Japan comfortably.
Looking forward to meeting you!!

Hello. My name is Hisao Kaji. I was born in 1945. I was raised in Takamatsu City from 3 years old. So, I have been living in Takamatsu for around 75 years. I believe I know Takamatsu City and the Kagawa prefecture area very well. If you come to Takamatsu, Kagawa I think you can enjoy your tour with me. I started a Government Licensed Guide in 2019. So, I have been a licensed guide for about 5 years. My favorite destinations are Naoshima, Teshima, Ritsurin Garden, the top of Mt. Yashima and so on. I always show you an itinerary about one month before your tour date, and I will accept any questions, other favorite places you want to visit. Communicating with you, I would like to accommodate your request for your tour. I always listen to NPR on the internet to know how the world is moving and improve my English. I like conversation based upon it with my life. I stayed in the USA for 8 months for a Power Systems Engineering Course conducted by General Electric in New York State when I was 28 years old. I sometimes talk about my memory of those days with the guests. I am very happy to guide tourists because I can see the guests become happy and enjoy themselves when I am guiding better. Nothing is more wonderful than that. I welcome your visit to Takamatsu City and Kagawa Prefecture. I believe you will have a pleasant time through my guide.