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  • Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    April, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • ①　09:00　Meet at Hotel Kyoto Sanjo Premier
    • ②　09:05　Explanation of today's itinerary and the history of Kyoto
    • ③　09:50　Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine (including shopping)
    • ④　12:00　Depart from JR Inari Station
    • ⑤　12:40　Lunch (in Arashiyama) and shopping
    • ⑥　13:30　Arashiyama Monkey Park
    • ⑦　15:20　Disband at JR Kyoto Station

    Can You Do a Private Day Tour of Kyoto's Fushimi Inari and Arashiyama? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from North America, who had been to Tokyo several times before but were visiting Kyoto for the first time. They planned to see Kyoto today and Osaka the next day. They were bright and cheerful people. One of the guests was at an age where things like taking photos or choosing meals and sweets could be a bit tricky, which reminded me of a certain period in my own family life. Even so, after spending the whole day together, by the end they were laughing and chatting with me warmly. The original plan was to visit Fushimi Inari Taisha, then move to Arashiyama to see representative spots such as the bamboo grove, Jojakko-ji, and Tenryu-ji. However, when we met first thing in the morning, the wishes had changed — some of the guests wanted to go to the monkey park, while another wanted to visit the Philosopher's Path, and we could not settle on where to go. In the end, a decisive word from one of the guests set the plan: Fushimi Inari, then lunch in Arashiyama, then the Togetsukyo Bridge and the monkey park, with everything after that to be decided as we went. At Fushimi Inari, the shopping for torii and fox-themed goods went on endlessly, and in Arashiyama they lined up at a sweets shop, so in the end we only visited two spots. Since it was a private tour, my attitude was: please spend the day exactly as you like, and I will follow you wherever you go — and we had a wonderful time. I love teaching guests the word "ookini," and today's guests took a real liking to it, saying it everywhere in shops and being delighted when the staff smiled. It was funny to see one of the guests, who I had expected to be quite reserved, enthusiastically repeating "ookini." At the monkey park, they enjoyed the baby monkeys and the spectacular view of Kyoto from the summit. In the end, we said goodbye with "ookini" at JR Kyoto Station. I made sure to remind them not to use "ookini" once they returned to Tokyo. After this, they headed to TeamLab BioVortex Kyoto.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainInari～Saga-Arashiyama240JPY
    Section 2TrainSaga-Arashiyama～Kyoto240JPY
    Total480JPY

    Tour Report by Kazu

    Hello, this is Kazu Akiyama, your tour guide. Nice to meet you and welcome to Japan. Thank you for joining me on the tour. Now I am a retired salaried worker, living in Osaka. I have been very much interested in not only learning Japanese history, culture, religion myself, but also talking about them (sometimes going off topics) in English with tourists from all over the world as well. I am so excited being with you as your guide on coming day! I am very much looking forward to you enjoying with me visiting the must-see places and some of the hidden gems. See you soon. Thank you – Kazu Akiyama

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    Jul 29, 2026
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    Jul 13, 2026
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    Kyoto highlights with Kazu.
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    Jul 12, 2026
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    Fantastic tour guide
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    Jun 23, 2026
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    Viator review: Private Kyoto Tour with Licensed Guide & Vehicle (Max 15 persons)
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  • Hiroshima Peace Park Customized Tour

    Hiroshima Peace Park Customized Tour

    Hiroshima Peace Park Customized Tour with Licensed Guide

    April, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 13:00 Meet at Hotel Granvia. Guide through the station on foot/13:40 Shukkeien Garden／15:00 Hiroshima Castle／15:20 Atomic Bomb Dome／15:30 Hondori／16:00 Fukuromachi Elementary School Peace Museum/16:20 Hondori／16:35 Hypocenter／16:45 Peace Park Tour／Tour ends at the Atomic Bomb Museum 17:00

    Title: What Is a Private Walking Tour of Hiroshima Like? A Licensed Guide's Report For this walking tour, no transportation costs were incurred. During the tour, we walked while I introduced Hiroshima's local foods and the industrial products for which the city holds a top market share. The nijuyaki (a type of filled griddle cake) that I mentioned soon after we met turned out to be sold at the same shop we found at SOGO partway through the tour, so the group enjoyed tasting it together, along with a baumkuchen that originated in Hiroshima. Since the guests also wanted to try okonomiyaki, I introduced several places for it during the tour. Although we were not able to buy the Andersen bread during the tour, the guests were very interested in it and talked about buying it at the station. After visiting the Fukuromachi Elementary School Peace Museum, the guests said, "Thank you for bringing us here."

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    Tour Report by miki

    Dear guests,
    Hello! My name is Miki. I was born and brought up in Hiroshima. I enjoy traveling around Inland Sea areas and I enjoy chatting with guests from overseas!

    In Hiroshima, you can see many beautiful rivers and old bridges. Lately, I often take photos of Hiroshima city including bridges and rivers. There are not many tall buildings here, but I know some places you can visit and see the view for free. By the atomic bomb dome, there is a building called Orizuru(paper crane) Tower. You need to pay to go up to the top floor but you can see the view of Hiroshima city and the Miyajima Island(Itsukushima).

    Many tourists from overseas as well as Japan want to visit Miyajima Island. You can see a beautiful shrine from Heian Period which is around 12th century and a huge Torii gate in front of the shrine and it is in the water. There are several ways to visit the island from Hiroshima city. If you are going to stay near JR Hiroshima Station, we will visit the island by JR train and JR ferry. If you are staying in the city area, we can go there by streetcar and ferry, or there is a high-speed boat from Peace Memorial Park pier directly to the island and vise versa.

    Hoping to see you in the near future!

    Miki
    Your tour guide in Hiroshima

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    May 20, 2026
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    Viator review: Hiroshima City 4hr Private Walking Tour with Licensed Guide
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    Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima City 4hr Private Walking Tour with Licensed Guide
    Great day in sunny Hiroshima
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    Apr 5, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima City 4hr Private Walking Tour with Licensed Guide
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    Excellent tour of Hiroshima
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  • Tokyo in One Day: Nezu Shrine & East Gardens of the Imperial Palace

    Tokyo in One Day: Nezu Shrine & East Gardens of the Imperial Palace

    Tokyo in 1 Day from Yokohama: Private Tour, Licensed Guide

    April, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00　Depart from Hyatt Regency Yokohama
    • 11:30-12:00　Visit Nezu Shrine
    • 12:00-13:00　Stroll around Yanaka Shopping Street
    • 13:00-14:00　Sensoji Temple & Asakusa Shrine
    • 14:00-15:00　Rest at Sumida Park
    • 15:00-16:15　Sightseeing at the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace
    • 16:15-17:30　View Ginza and Tsukiji from the car window while returning to the hotel

    Title: What's a Full-Day Private Tokyo Tour with a Car Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests had switched to a plan with a vehicle in advance of their trip due to a foot injury. I had planned to adjust the itinerary flexibly depending on their condition on the day, but they had recovered more than expected and were able to keep walking at a slow pace, so they were able to enjoy the tour to the fullest. We saw the azalea festival at Nezu Shrine, enjoyed street food and shopping in the Yanaka shopping street, walked the entire Nakamise, and took a tea break at Sumida Park while looking at the Skytree. At their request we also visited the East Gardens, and we were able to see everything without any trouble, so the guests seemed to feel a real sense of accomplishment. They told me many times how much they had enjoyed it, which was a great relief to me as well.

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    Tour Report by Naho

    Hi, I’m Naho – your friendly, English-speaking guide in Japan!
    With over 10 years of experience as a licensed guide and more than 30 years living in the Tokyo area, I’m passionate about helping travelers of all ages enjoy Japan in a fun, meaningful, and stress-free way.

    Whether you’re into ancient temples, seasonal nature, local street food, or modern pop culture, I’ll design a private tour that matches your interests and travel style. I love sharing not just the famous sights, but also lesser-known hidden gems and local tips that make your trip truly special.

    Traveling solo, as a couple, with friends, or with kids? I’ll make sure everyone feels comfortable and included. My goal is to create a warm, welcoming experience and unforgettable memories for you in this amazing country.

    Let’s explore Japan together — I can’t wait to meet you!

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    May 27, 2026
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    Tokyo with Naho!
    We had a great time exploring the in…

    Apr 24, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Great tour
    The tour was nicely planned and Naho is very nice and friendly.

    Apr 9, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 8hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide from Yokohama
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    Oct 12, 2025
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  • Hiroshima in One Day: Peace Memorial Park & Omotesando

    Hiroshima in One Day: Peace Memorial Park & Omotesando

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

    April, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Meet at hotel
    • 10:30 Peace Memorial Park
    • 11:00 Peace Memorial Museum
    • 12:00 Lunch
    • 14:00 Miyajima
    • 15:00 Itsukushima Shrine → Daiganji Temple
    • 16:00 Omotesando
    • 18:00 Disband at Hiroshima Station

    What Is a Private Miyajima and Hiroshima Tour Like for a Group? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group of visitors from North America. Since some members of the group preferred to avoid walking as much as possible, I guided them to Itsukushima Shrine and Daiganji Temple. One of the guests wished to visit a shopping mall and left the group at the Peace Memorial Museum, so I guided the remaining guests to Miyajima. The guests seemed to particularly enjoy shopping, and they made a large number of purchases at an anime shop in Miyajima. They were also very pleased with the café we stopped at in Miyajima and the fried momiji manju.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainYokogawa Station～Miyajimaguchi330JPY
    Section 2TrainMiyajimaguchi～Hiroshima Station420JPY
    Total750JPY

    Tour Report by Rena

    Hello! My name is Rena, and I’m excited to be your guide during your visit to Japan.
    I was born and raised in Hiroshima, a city rich in history and natural beauty.
    Growing up here has given me a deep appreciation for Japanese culture, from its traditional tea ceremonies and temples to the vibrant festivals that bring communities together.

    I also have a passion for Japanese pop culture, including anime and manga, which I would be happy to share with you.
    Beyond Japan, I enjoy exploring the world through travel.
    Discovering different cultures and meeting new people have been some of the most enriching experiences of my life.

    As your guide, I hope to provide not only insights into Japan’s history and traditions but also a personal connection to its modern culture. Let’s create wonderful memories together during your time here!

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    Jul 18, 2026
    Paul_C
    Viator review: Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour, Licensed Guide
    outstanding tour
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    Jul 8, 2026
    Halie_G
    Great trip!
    Viator review: Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour, Licensed Guide
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    Jul 4, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
    Excellent guide for Miyajima and Hirishima
    Rena was very…

    May 7, 2026
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    Emotional and educational
    The experience was very good and…

  • Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine & Senso-ji Temple

    Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine & Senso-ji Temple

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    April, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 08:25　Meet up @ Hotel New Otani Garden Tower
    • 09:10　Shibuya Scramble Crossing・Hachiko
    • 09:40　Meiji Shrine
    • 11:00　Imperial Palace
    • 11:50　Lunch @ Aoyuzu Tora (Marunouchi Building)
    • 13:10　Senso-ji Temple
    • 14:35　Dismissal @ Hotel New Otani Garden Tower

    What Does a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour Cover? A Licensed Guide's Report on Meiji Shrine, the Imperial Palace, and Senso-ji The guests were a group visiting Japan for the first time from Europe. After sightseeing in Tokyo, they were planning to go on a cruise tour. 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 interest to historical explanations about the role of the Emperor, the Meiji Restoration, and the Edo shogunate. At Senso-ji, they listened with interest to explanations about the difference between temples and shrines, as well as the Kaminarimon Gate. The weather was fine today, and since I accommodated the guests' wishes as requested, I believe they were satisfied.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayAkasaka-mitsuke～Shibuya180JPY
    Section 2TrainShibuya～Harajuku160JPY
    Section 3SubwayMeiji-jingumae～Nijubashimae210JPY
    Section 4TrainTokyo～Ueno200JPY
    Section 5SubwayUeno～Asakusa180JPY
    Section 6SubwayAsakusa～Akasaka-mitsuke210JPY
    Total1,140JPY

    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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  • Hiroshima in Half a Day: Miyajima Island & pier near Peace Memorial

    Hiroshima in Half a Day: Miyajima Island & pier near Peace Memorial

    Miyajima Half-Day Customized Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    April, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 11:20 a.m. Meet at the lobby of Hotel
    • 11:50 a.m. Take a direct ferry to Miyajima Island
    • 12:35 a.m. Arrive at Miyajima Island
    • 12:45 p.m. Visit Itsukushima Shrine
    • 1:30 p.m. Visit Daishoin Temple
    • 2:30 p.m. Explore Shopping Street
    • 3:20 p.m. Take the direct ferry back to the city center
    • 4:05 p.m. Arrive at the pier near Peace Memorial Park
    • 4:15 p.m. End of the tour at the entrance of Peace Memorial Museum

    What Is a Private Miyajima and Hiroshima Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America. They were traveling in Japan and other parts of Asia for about a month. From the moment we met, they were very friendly and conversation flowed naturally. Some of the guests were interested in Japanese culture and others in history, so I received many questions, and while also learning about the culture and language of their home region, it became a warm and enjoyable tour. Since it was a special trip, I took many photos of the guests at scenic spots. As their stay in Hiroshima was only for the day, they wished to see the Peace Memorial Museum as well, so I saw them to the museum entrance and ended the tour there. It was very memorable that one of the guests noticed and picked up litter on the beach at Miyajima. It was an honor to guide these wonderful guests on their special trip.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1OtherPeace Memorial Park～Miyajima2,400JPY
    Total2,400JPY

    Tour Report by Mari

    Hello. My name is Mari.
    I am a certified local tour guide in Hiroshima.

    I was born and grew up in Hiroshima until I entered in a university in Tokyo.
    After 6 years in Tokyo, I came back to Hiroshima because I really love my hometown and wanted to spend the rest of my life here.

    Hiroshima is very comfortable city to live in and rich in nature.
    I am so happy that I have been able to raise my kids here.

    Hiroshima is absolutely full of beautiful and historically important places and also the great food.
    I am so excited to introduce the wonderful experiences here in Hiroshima and hope you will come to love this place, too.
    Look forward to meeting you.

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    Jul 27, 2026
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    The highlight of our trip!
    Mari was an excellent…

    Jul 26, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima Peace Park Customized Tour with Licensed Guide
    A faire
    Une belle visite, bcp d’émotions.
    Mari a été…

    Jun 25, 2026
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    Viator review: Hiroshima City 4hr Private Walking Tour with Licensed Guide
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    Jun 22, 2026
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  • Hiroshima in Half a Day: on Miyajima Island & Itsukushima Shrine

    Hiroshima in Half a Day: on Miyajima Island & Itsukushima Shrine

    Miyajima Half-Day Customized Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    April, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 11:00 a.m. Meet in the lobby of the Hotel
    • 12:15 p.m. Arrive on Miyajima Island
    • 12:30 p.m. Explore Shopping Street
    • 1:15 p.m. Rickshaw Tour
    • 1:45 p.m. Visit Itsukushima Shrine
    • 2:30 p.m. Lunch
    • 3:30 p.m. Explore Shopping Street
    • 4:45 p.m. Take a short ferry to Miyajimaguchi Station
    • 5:00 p.m. Tour ends at Miyajimaguchi Station

    What Is a Private Miyajima Day Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group of three visiting from North America. One of the guests had lived in Japan for six years and spoke Japanese well. Since one of the guests could not walk quickly, we moved at a slow, relaxed pace. As soon as we arrived at Miyajima, the guests wanted to try a rickshaw, so I contacted the rickshaw company and waited for the vehicle while the guests looked around the shopping street. I told them I would follow behind, but they kindly said there was an open seat and invited me to ride along, so I got to experience a rickshaw for the very first time in my life. The rickshaw driver was very entertaining and guided in English, and I interpreted for the historical parts when cued. The guests loved photography, and they were delighted to be able to take photos on the rickshaw and to not have to walk. The weather was fine, and they enjoyed the view of Itsukushima Shrine. When I guided them to a less crowded spot, they were pleased and took many photos. They wanted to try various Japanese dishes, so I guided them to a restaurant offering Miyajima specialties and a variety of set meals, which they enjoyed. Since walking to Daishoin was difficult, they decided to skip it this time and instead explore the shopping street, and they seemed to have a wonderful time shopping. In the evening they had a dinner cruise booked from Onoura, so we waited for the train together at Miyajimaguchi and ended the tour. Everyone was very close, and they welcomed me into their circle, making it a day I thoroughly enjoyed together with them.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainHiroshima～Miyajimaguchi420JPY
    Total420JPY

    Tour Report by Mari

    Hello. My name is Mari.
    I am a certified local tour guide in Hiroshima.

    I was born and grew up in Hiroshima until I entered in a university in Tokyo.
    After 6 years in Tokyo, I came back to Hiroshima because I really love my hometown and wanted to spend the rest of my life here.

    Hiroshima is very comfortable city to live in and rich in nature.
    I am so happy that I have been able to raise my kids here.

    Hiroshima is absolutely full of beautiful and historically important places and also the great food.
    I am so excited to introduce the wonderful experiences here in Hiroshima and hope you will come to love this place, too.
    Look forward to meeting you.

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    Jul 27, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour, Licensed Guide
    The highlight of our trip!
    Mari was an excellent…

    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…

    Jun 25, 2026
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    Jun 22, 2026
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  • Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Jingu & Akihabara

    Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Jingu & Akihabara

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    April, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 09:00　Meet up＠Monday Apart Hamamatsucho Daimon
    • 09:40　Meiji Jingu
    • 11:00　Shinjuku Gyoen
    • 12:30　Lunch＠Yakiniku Toraji (Marunouchi Building)
    • 14:00　Sensoji Temple
    • 14:50　Akihabara
    • 15:15　Dismissal＠Akihabara

    What Can You See on a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group from North America, visiting Japan for the first time. They planned to visit a theme park after sightseeing in Tokyo, and did not plan to visit Kyoto or other destinations. At Meiji Shrine, they appeared to be impressed by the quiet and solemn atmosphere. At Shinjuku Gyoen, although peak bloom had already passed, they were delighted to see the beautiful cherry blossoms. At Senso-ji Temple, they listened with great interest to explanations about the differences between temples and shrines and about the Kaminarimon Gate, and they also bought souvenirs along Nakamise Street. In Akihabara, some of the guests purchased anime figures and Pokemon cards. Since they wanted to browse more anime shops and said they could return to their hotel on their own afterward, we parted ways in Akihabara. As I accommodated the guests' wishes throughout, I believe they were satisfied.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainHamamatsucho～Harajuku260JPY
    Section 2SubwayMeiji-jingumae～Shinjuku-gyoemmae180JPY
    Section 3SubwayShinjuku-gyoemmae～Tokyo210JPY
    Section 4TrainTokyo～Ueno200JPY
    Section 5SubwayUeno～Asakusa180JPY
    Section 6SubwayAsakusa～Suehirocho (Tokyo)180JPY
    Total1,210JPY

    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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    A wonderful day with an experienced guide
    Our guide, Seizo, was amazing.…

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

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  • Tokyo in Half a Day: Tsukiji

    Tokyo in Half a Day: Tsukiji

    Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    April, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 11:00 meet @ Citadines Shinjuku Tokyo
    • 11:30 Tsukiji (Tsukiji Hongwanji Temple ~ Tsukiji Outer Market)
    • 13:00 Asakusa (Sensoji Temple ~ Kappabashi ~ Shin-Nakamise Shopping Street ~ Azuma Bridge) *Sweets break @ Pure Cafe Mountain
    • 15:00 tour ends @ Shinjuku-gyoemmae Station

    Can You Do a Private Day Tour of Tsukiji and Asakusa in Tokyo? A Licensed Guide's Report The guest was a visitor from North America making a second trip to Japan. I proposed an itinerary focused on two places: Tsukiji, which they had not yet visited, and Asakusa, where they wanted to return because it had been too crowded to shop the previous time. The guest was very interested in Japan and Japanese people, and we chatted throughout, including during travel between locations. They seemed more interested in personal opinions and impressions than in standard guiding commentary. Since it was a Wednesday, Tsukiji was not very crowded, so the guest was able to leisurely purchase souvenirs such as tea and sweets. In Asakusa, we took a coffee break at a Showa-era retro coffee shop and had a parfait set. The guest commented that it was far better than a chain coffee shop.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayShinjuku-gyoemmae～Tsukiji210JPY
    Section 2SubwayTsukiji～Asakusa210JPY
    Section 3SubwayAsakusa～Shinjuku-gyoemmae260JPY
    Total680JPY

    Tour Report by Hiroaki

    Hi I am Hiroaki. I am pleased if I could help you to have a good and memorable experience here in Japan.
    I started as a guide in 2017 after retiring. My expertise is outdoor/town walking tour as well as universal tourism.
    If you like, I might show you a lively ordinal local life during the tour.
    I love tourism. I visited all 47 domestic prefectures in Japan and all 50 states in US. I like long journey like walking/biking historical/pilgrimage routes, and love sports especially rugby, triathlon.
    I would like to make your tour as much as customized according to your preference. So the information about spots you want to visit, things you want to do is very helpful for me to prepare plan some options of the day.
    Do not hesitate contact me via email.

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    Mar 22, 2025
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  • Hiroshima Peace Park Customized Tour

    Hiroshima Peace Park Customized Tour

    Hiroshima Peace Park Customized Tour with Licensed Guide

    April, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:30 Hotel pickup
    • 9:00 Walk to Shukkeien Garden
    • Shukkeien Garden
    • 10:30
    • Walking around Hiroshima Castle
    • 11:30
    • Walking in the city center
    • 12:30 Disband at the hotel

    What Is a Private Walking Tour of Hiroshima Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visiting from Oceania. We were blessed with wonderful weather, and it was a perfect day for exploring the city on foot. During our itinerary discussions beforehand, the guests had said that viewing Japan's beautiful cherry blossoms was one of their life goals, so I was very concerned about whether the cherry blossoms at Shukkeien Garden would still be holding on. Although they were past their peak, the beauty of the cherry blossoms here truly is a special beauty that is second to none. The guests were delighted, and because we visited early in the day, they were able to fully enjoy the garden in a wonderful, uncrowded setting.

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    Tour Report by Hiroshi

    Welcome to Hiroshima.
    My name is Hiroshi Tsuji, a licensed guide based in Hiroshima and Miyajima. My family has been connected to Miyajima for more than 300 years, and I am pleased to share the history, culture, and daily life of this unique island with visitors from around the world. Please feel free to call me Hiroshi.
    With a background in outdoor sports—including rock climbing, scuba diving, and long-distance triathlons—I have completed several Ironman races abroad. I studied in Kyoto and later worked in management at a publicly listed company, which allowed me to live in many different regions of Japan and develop a deeper understanding of the country’s diverse culture and history.
    In Hiroshima, I guide guests through the Peace Memorial Park, including the Atomic Bomb Dome, and share perspectives on the history of Hiroshima and modern Japan.
    In Miyajima, I introduce Itsukushima Shrine, Mount Misen, the island’s beautiful scenery, and its local cuisine. As someone whose family has been connected to Miyajima for generations, I also enjoy sharing local insights and experiences that offer a more personal connection to the island’s culture and way of life.
    I look forward to welcoming you to Hiroshima and Miyajima.
    Hiroshi

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    Jul 31, 2026
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    We went…

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    Perfect day in Miyajima and Hiroshima
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