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  • Kamakura Day Trip from Tokyo in 1 Day

    Kamakura Day Trip from Tokyo in 1 Day

    Kamakura Day Trip from Tokyo in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    May, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 7:55 Meet, explanation of the historical significance of Kamakura. 8:45 Depart Shinjuku by train, arrive Kamakura 9:45. 9:06 Take the Enoden, get off at Hase, Goryo Shrine, Hasedera Temple, lunch, then Great Buddha of Kamakura. 13:45 Bus to Kamakura Station 14:15, via Komachi Street, Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, return to Kamakura Station. 15:36 depart by train, arrive Shinjuku 16:37, ride together on the train, I get off at Yokohama Station at 16:00 and disband.

    タイトル: What's a Private Kamakura History Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests had a deep interest in Japanese culture and history, so before departure I explained the historical significance of Kamakura, along with the difference between the emperor and the shogun, how to distinguish between shrines and temples, and how these relate to our daily customs. At Goryo Shrine, they experienced the quiet Shinto atmosphere, and at Hasedera Temple they felt the Buddhist atmosphere. For lunch they enjoyed Japanese cuisine seated on tatami mats, where we talked about kanji characters and had an enjoyable time. They were impressed by the majesty of the Great Buddha and also observed its interior. At Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, I compared the Genpei War to the Wars of the Roses in England, which helped them feel a sense of familiarity. They were surprised by Komachi Street, which was so crowded it was almost impossible to move.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainShinjuku～Kamakura950JPY
    Section 2TrainKamakura～Hase Station / Enoden Bus200JPY
    Section 3BusDaibutsu-mae / Keikyu Bus～Kamakura Station (East Exit) / Keikyu Bus220JPY
    Section 4TrainKamakura～Yokohama440JPY
    Total1,810JPY

    Tour Report by Hiro

    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!!
    dummy

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  • Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour

    Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour

    Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    May, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • Kyoto Station Meet 1130→1220 Ryoanji Temple 1310→1330 Kinkakuji Temple 1420→1510 Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine 1550→1600 Kyoto Station Dismissal

    Title: What's a Private Day Trip from Osaka Port to Kyoto Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from North America on a day trip from Osaka Port, where their cruise ship was in port. Before the tour, one of the guests coordinated closely with me as the guide, and we decided to follow the planned itinerary, even setting aside lunch time to make the most of the day. Every destination we visited was popular among international travelers, and each was also highly photogenic as a stop on a customized tour. The group took plenty of photos together throughout the day, so I believe they were very satisfied. Needless to say, at the end I saw them off at Kyoto Station so they could return to Osaka.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusKyoto Station Front／West Japan JR Bus～Ryoanji-mae／West Japan JR Bus230JPY
    Section 2BusRyoanji-mae／Kyoto City Bus～Kinkakuji-michi／Kyoto City Bus230JPY
    Section 3TrainInari～Kyoto150JPY
    Total610JPY

    Tour Report by YOSHI

    Since I completely retired from my position at a railway company and started being involved in the tour guide interpreter business, I have experienced almost all types of guiding through FIT, Long Group Tours, Cruises (Shore Excursions), Incentive Tours, Special Interest Tours (Railway Travel, Pilgrimages), Familiarization Tours (Sales Promotion Tours) etc.
    However, I noticed that I am not fully satisfied to only be a general guide who just manages a tour itinerary provided by tour agents/clients.
    High-end guests have sometimes requested me to answer some enquiries that are actually challenging to answer for Japanese nationals. However, I appreciated those because they provided such a challenge and I felt that they wanted to understand my sense of beauty/values as a guide concerning a new culture for them.
    Every time I host my guest I do my best to prepare the most appropriate information based on three travel elements (appetite, logistics, accommodation). Nevertheless, I decided to aim for higher guiding skills after I was motivated by senior guides whose guiding strategies and gestures were particularly impressive.

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  • Hyogo in Half a Day: Nunobiki Herb Garden & Nankinmachi

    Hyogo in Half a Day: Nunobiki Herb Garden & Nankinmachi

    Kobe Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    May, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 08:30 Meet up @ Kobe Port Terminal
    • 08:45 @ Nunobiki Herb Garden (not visited due to closure)
    • 09:15 @ Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum
    • 10:45 @ Sorakuen Garden (including break)
    • 11:45 @ Nankinmachi
    • 12:00 Dismissal @ Nankinmachi

    Title: What's a Private Kobe Tour Like When the Weather Forces a Change of Plans? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from North America. During the advance planning, since some of the guests were not comfortable with walking, using a private vehicle was considered, but for cost reasons they decided to use taxis as needed. The first destination, Nunobiki Herb Garden, had suddenly decided to close for the day due to strong winds. It did not feel that windy where we were, but according to the staff there were considerable gusts near the mountaintop. In fact, we were hit by strong gusts several times afterward. Since the Herb Garden was closed, I asked the guests about their preferences, and they left it entirely up to me. I suggested either the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge or a sake brewery in the Nada Gogo area, and they chose the brewery, so we visited the Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum. (I suspect the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge may also have been subject to some restrictions due to the strong winds.) Everyone toured with great interest and listened attentively to my explanations. They also asked some quite detailed questions. They all seemed genuinely interested in Japanese sake. They enjoyed a tasting and purchased souvenirs. After that, we visited Sorakuen, a Japanese garden that had not been part of the original plan, and they toured it with interest. They also visited a tea house and enjoyed Japanese tea and Japanese sweets. At the final spot, Nankinmachi, I guided them to the entrance area, after which they wished to explore on their own, so we parted about 15 minutes early. The guests commented that this location was very convenient, as it had a stop for the free shuttle bus to Kobe Port Terminal, where the cruise ship they were traveling on was docked. I presented some of the guests with handmade drawstring pouches made by my sister, which they were very pleased to receive. Although the itinerary had to be changed significantly today partly due to the strong winds, in the end the guests seemed satisfied, which I was very glad about.

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    Tour Report by Yama

    Dear my guests,

    This is (Mr.) Yama, greeting from Kobe, Japan.
    I would like to warmly welcome you to Japan this time. I am from the city of Kobe, which is of course, well-known for very tasty Kobe Beef . You can taste
    real genuine Kobe Beef here. Kobe is also called “Home of Japanese Sake” with lots of Sake breweries, and I recommend you would visit those breweries
    if you have any interest in Japanese Sake as well as one aspect of Japanese cultures. Of course, you can have tastings of various kinds of Sake there.

    Whenever during the tour, I always try to make it safe, pleasant and comfortable for all of the guests, which is my first priority. I am very much confident
    that you can have a pleasant and unforgettable experience in Japan. Just tell me about your preference; what you would like to like to see, have, know
    and eat and so on. Particularly, I hold the license for cooking qualified by the government here and maybe, I can reply you for questions related to the
    foods here. In this respect, I strongly recommend you would try not only famous Japanese cuisine such as Sushi, Tempura or Suki-yaki but some
    Japanese traditional local foods, like Tako-yaki, Okonomi-yaki and Kushkatsu. They are sometimes called the soul foods of Japan. Here is the brief
    explanation for these three foods.

    1) Tako-yaki
    Tako-yaki is a snack filled with pieces of octopus in a batter of flour , egg and soup stock. You can call them octopus dumplings or balls. “Tako” means
    octopus and “yaki” means grilled or broiled.
    2) Okonomi-yaki
    This word Okonomi-yaki means “cook just as you like” and you can use whatever you like as toppings, such as beef, pork, shrimp, squid and octopus.
    Okonomi-yaki is round shape and just like pancakes or pizza in shape mainly made from egg, flour and water.
    3) Kushi-katsu
    Kushi-katsu is skewered cutlet or deep-fried foods on a stick. “Kushi” means skewer and “katsu” means cutlet. Various kinds of foods are used for
    ingredients such as beef, pork, chicken, shrimp, squid, octopus and lots of kinds of vegetables.

    Actually, the western Japan including Osaka, Kobe and Himeji is called as “Home of such local soul foods”. You should give it a try and I am sure
    that you like them very much.

    I sincerely hope that I can be your tour guide this time in Kobe, Osaka and Himeji. If my guests said to me after the tour, “I have had a very good
    and pleasant time with you today. I hope I can come here again and name you as our guide”, which is my great pleasure. Moreover, I would be
    great honored if they say “I like Japan now thanks to you”.

    Looking forward to meeting you soon here.
    Doomo Arigato Gozaimasu!
    Yama

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  • Tokyo in Half a Day: Listel Shinjuku & Radio Kaikan

    Tokyo in Half a Day: Listel Shinjuku & Radio Kaikan

    Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    May, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:30 Listel Shinjuku
    • 9:40 Meiji Shrine
    • 11:00 Shibuya Crossing
    • 11:20 Lunch @Falael Brothers
    • 12:00 Pokemon Center
    • 13:10 Radio Kaikan
    • 13:40 Dismissal @Akihabara

    What Is a Private Tokyo Shopping and Cafe Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report I guided guests visiting Japan from Asia. The messages exchanged beforehand were quite blunt and included some difficult requests, so I was rather cautious, but when we met they turned out to be perfectly pleasant people, and I learned something new about cultural differences. The pace was relaxed, and each stop seemed to take some time. Since there had been a request for a vegan cafe, we went to a restaurant I had researched in advance, and they enjoyed it and found it delicious, which was a relief. At the Pokemon Center the checkout line was very long due to the Golden Week holiday, so they gave up on buying goods; I then guided them to a Hello Kitty Japan shop, where they were able to shop without waiting in line. Both guests often tilted their heads from side to side, and at first I thought it meant "no," but it seemed to actually mean "yes." I explained recommended shops in Akihabara and how to get back by subway, and then concluded the tour.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayShinjuku-sanchome～Meiji-jingumae180JPY
    Section 2TrainHarajuku～Shibuya160JPY
    Section 3TrainShibuya～Akihabara260JPY
    Total600JPY

    Tour Report by Takako

    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!!

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    Sep 30, 2026
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    Sep 24, 2026
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    A great day of seeing so much and gaining knowledge of the historical and spiritual meaning to the places visited.
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  • Hiroshima Peace Park Customized Tour

    Hiroshima Peace Park Customized Tour

    Hiroshima Peace Park Customized Tour with Licensed Guide

    May, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 9:30 Meeting at their hotel
    • 2. 9:30　Visiting the Shukkeien Garden by tram and walking
    • 3. 11;05 Visiting Peace Memorial Park, including the A-bomb dome and other monuments, and Hiroshima National Prayer Hall
    • 4. 12:40 Visiting the MUSEUM
    • 5. 13:30 Goodbye

    Title: What Is a Private Hiroshima Peace Memorial Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visiting from Europe and were very interested in Japanese culture. At Shukkeien Garden, they asked about the relationship between architecture, the garden, and nature. They were also very interested in the atomic bomb and the survivors, and asked about it at Shukkeien Garden as well. In front of the Atomic Bomb Dome, they asked: 1. Why did people not move to other areas after the atomic bombing? 2. About residual radiation, 3. Why was the atomic bomb detonated at a height of 600 meters above the ground? 4. About the lives of the survivors after the war, and when I touched on the subject of censorship, they asked why it had been necessary to carry out censorship. The guests did not seem to understand the meaning of "fire break," so I explained that during air raids, when fires broke out, houses were demolished to widen the spaces between them in order to prevent the fire from spreading, and they understood. We talked about the afternoon Flower Festival and the transportation options for going to Miyajima the following day, and then parted ways.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1OtherChuden-mae～Hatchobori240JPY
    Section 2OtherHiroshima Prefectural Art Museum-mae～Genbaku Dome-mae240JPY
    Total480JPY

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  • Osaka in Half a Day: Osaka Castle Park

    Osaka in Half a Day: Osaka Castle Park

    Osaka Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    May, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 12:30 Hotel Osaka KItahama meeting
    • 13:10 ~14:30 Osaka Castle Park
    • 15:00~15:45 Shinsekai, Nipponbashi

    Can You Do a Private Day Tour of Osaka Castle and Shinsekai? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America. They spent the morning strolling around the Shinsaibashi area on their own, and the tour started at 12:30 in the afternoon. We entered Osaka Castle from Osakajokoen Station, and they were deeply impressed by the main tower visible from there, immediately taking photos. They had visited Himeji Castle the day before, and while they said Himeji Castle was also magnificent, they were greatly impressed by the grand outer fortifications of Osaka Castle, saying its scale was the most spectacular among all the castles they had seen, including those abroad. In Shinsekai, they took many photos of the retro atmosphere, the flashy signs, Tsutenkaku Tower, and the Billiken statue. After taking a light meal and a break, I saw them off to Nipponbashi, and they returned to Kitahama.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayKitahama (Osaka Prefecture)～Umeda (Subway)190JPY
    Section 2TrainOsaka～Osaka Castle Park180JPY
    Section 3SubwayTanimachi 4-chome～Dobutsuen-mae240JPY
    Section 4SubwayEbisucho～Nipponbashi (Osaka Prefecture)190JPY
    Total800JPY

    Tour Report by shige

    Hello, This is Shige. I was born and brought up in Osaka. I have been enjoying working as a tour guide since 2016 after retired from a manufacturing company in which I worked at the overseas department. So I experienced a lot of business with customers in Europe, Asia, Australia, and USA where my three years of living and working at the subsidiary company with my family was the most amazing experience of my life. Well, Japan has a long history including ancient remains, historic buildings and cultures at each period over 2000 years. I hope you will enjoy exploring Japan in this tour. I look forward to seeing you soon.
    Shige.

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  • Kagawa in One Day: Nokyomae Bus & Miyanoura Port Bus

    Kagawa in One Day: Nokyomae Bus & Miyanoura Port Bus

    Naoshima Art Island in 1 Day Tour with Licensed Guide

    May, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 09:44 Miyanoura Port Bus Stop [Meet]
    • by town bus (extra bus)
    • 09:46 Nokyomae Bus Stop
    • 10:00~11:00 Naoshima New Museum of Art
    • 11:12 Nokyomae Bus Stop
    • by town bus (extra bus)
    • 11:18 Tsutsujiso Bus Stop
    • 11:40 Tsutsujiso Bus Stop
    • by Benesse shuttle bus
    • 11:47 Chichu Art Museum Bus Stop
    • visit Chichu Garden and the gate of the museum
    • on foot
    • 12:05~12:50 Lee Ufan Museum and Valley Gallery
    • on foot
    • 13:05~14:35 Benesse House Museum (including lunch) and Outdoor Art Works (including “Yellow
    • Pumpkin”)
    • on foot
    • 14:45 Tsutsujiso Bus Stop
    • by town bus
    • 14:51 Nokyoumae Bus Stop
    • 15:00~15:45 Art House Project (Minamidera: 15:20~15:40, "Kadoya", “Gokaisho”
    • 15:50 Nokyoumae Bus Stop
    • 15:57 Miyanoura Port Bus Stop
    • Outdoor Art Works (including “Red Pumpkin”)
    • 16:25 Miyanoura Port [Say goodbye]

    Title: What's a Private Naoshima Art Island Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from Europe, visiting Japan for the second time. Their route this time was Tokyo, Shizuoka, Izu, Okayama, Naoshima, Okayama (Bizen), and back to Tokyo. In Shizuoka they enjoyed a tea experience. This time, due to a mix-up in email correspondence, a reservation at the Chichu Art Museum could not be made, so I suggested the Naoshima New Museum of Art as an alternative, and the guests agreed. Although we could not enter the Chichu Art Museum, I guided them through the Chichu Garden and around the gate area, which they could use as a reference for their next visit. I also showed them the outdoor works at the Benesse House Museum, including Cai Guo-Qiang's "Cultural Melting Bath," which they had seen at the Naoshima New Museum of Art in the morning, as well as a work by Walter De Maria, who also has a piece at the Chichu Art Museum. In addition, we made a reservation the day before to visit Minamidera, part of the Art House Project, which features Walter De Maria's work, and toured it as a way to make up for not being able to visit the Chichu Art Museum. The guests were very pleasant, and although it rained, I believe I was able to guide them enjoyably.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusMiyanoura Port / Naoshima Town, Kagawa Prefecture～Nokyomae / Naoshima Town, Kagawa Prefecture100JPY
    Section 2BusNokyomae / Naoshima Town, Kagawa Prefecture～Tsutsujiso / Naoshima Town, Kagawa Prefecture100JPY
    Section 3BusTsutsujiso / Naoshima Town, Kagawa Prefecture～Nokyomae / Naoshima Town, Kagawa Prefecture100JPY
    Section 4BusNokyomae / Naoshima Town, Kagawa Prefecture～Miyanoura Port / Naoshima Town, Kagawa Prefecture100JPY
    Total400JPY

    Tour Report by Kaji

    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.

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    Apr 19, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Naoshima Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
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  • Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour

    Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour

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

    May, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • Ujina Port (9:30) → Travel by taxi → Hiroshima Port (9:40) Travel by high-speed boat (10:25) → Miyajima (10:57) → Itsukushima Shrine (11:30) → Omotesando Shopping Street (12:00) (Lunch & Shopping) 13:00 → Travel by JR Ferry + JR (Miyajimaguchi – Yokogawa) + Taxi → Peace Park (15:00) (Atomic Bomb Dome, Children's Peace Monument, Cenotaph, etc.) → Peace Memorial Museum → Call a taxi to the port and disband (16:00)

    What Is a Private Miyajima and Hiroshima Day Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from Africa. They were very kind and were thoroughly enjoying their travels in Japan. Although it was during a major holiday period, perhaps because of the rain, we were able to enter Itsukushima Shrine smoothly without any wait. The guests enjoyed photography very much and took many pictures of the various scenic views of Miyajima. In the afternoon the rain grew heavier, so I focused the walk within Peace Memorial Park on the Atomic Bomb Dome, the Children's Peace Monument, and the memorial cenotaph. Since entry to the Peace Memorial Museum was being restricted and there was a very long line, I explained that the wait would be considerable, and the guests said they preferred to skip the museum and return to the cruise ship. As the rain became even more intense, we moved to a point where I could call a taxi, called one for them, and parted ways a little earlier than the scheduled end time. I felt very sorry that I was unable to take them to the museum.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainMiyajimaguchi～Yokogawa (Hiroshima Prefecture)330JPY
    Section 2OtherHiroshima Port～Miyajima Port1,100JPY
    Total1,430JPY

    Tour Report by Yoko

    Hello. My name is Yoko Shimada.　Families traveling with children are always welcome. I have more than 15 years of experience teaching English to children from toddlers to junior high school students, and I currently work as an online Japanese teacher, especially for children from around the world.
    I hold a childcare qualification and teaching licenses for junior high and high school English in Japan. I am also a licensed Hiroshima Prefectural Regional Tour Guide-Interpreter. Because of my experience working with children, I always try to create tours that are warm, flexible, and comfortable for guests of all ages.
    I enjoy creating interactive and memorable experiences through conversation, local stories, and small cultural activities such as origami.
    I was born in Ehime, raised in Shimane and Hiroshima, and have lived in Hiroshima for more than 30 years. I love meeting people from different countries and learning about different cultures, so please tell me about your country too!
    I’m passionate about sharing Hiroshima’s history, culture, food, and beautiful local spots with you, and I will do my best to make your visit enjoyable, memorable, and special.　I’m really looking forward to meeting you!

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  • Tokyo in One Day: Sankeien Garden & Edo-Tokyo Museum

    Tokyo in One Day: Sankeien Garden & Edo-Tokyo Museum

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

    April, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 09:30　Meet up @ Yokohama Osanbashi Passenger Terminal
    • 09:51　Take the Yokohama City Bus to Sakuramichi
    • 10:10～11:00　@ Sankeien Garden
    • 11:20　Take the Yokohama City Bus from Honmoku Osatomachi to Yokohama Station
    • 12:00　Take the JR from Yokohama to Hamamatsucho
    • 12:30　@ Zojoji Temple
    • 13:00～14:00　@ Tokyo Tower
    • 14:15～14:45　Lunch @ Ippudo Hamamatsucho Branch
    • 14:50～15:15　Take the Toei Subway to Ryogoku
    • 15:15～17:00　@ Edo-Tokyo Museum
    • 17:00　Take the JR from Ryogoku Station to Hamamatsucho Station via Akihabara
    • 17:30　Disband @ Hamamatsucho Station

    What Can You See on a Private Yokohama and Tokyo Day Tour by Cruise? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests arrived in Japan by cruise ship from North America. They had informed me by email that on an earlier separate tour they had already visited major Tokyo sights such as Asakusa, Tsukiji, and Shinjuku Gyoen, so I proposed a route starting from Sankeien Garden in Yokohama, followed by Shiba Zojoji Temple and Tokyo Tower, and finally the newly reopened Edo-Tokyo Museum. I obtained their approval in advance and we set off. They seemed to especially love Sankeien Garden and were delighted by it. For lunch, they enjoyed ramen at Ippudo very much and thanked me warmly, saying they appreciated being brought there. It was my own first visit to the Edo-Tokyo Museum since its renewal, and I found it well worth seeing. The guests were also very satisfied. At the end, we parted ways at Hamamatsucho Station, and they headed to Haneda Airport by monorail. They mentioned that they do not often use chopsticks in daily life, so I gave them a pair of chopsticks as a souvenir, which they were very happy to receive. Overall, I believe they were very satisfied. (They reported that they had written a review, but as of today I have not yet been able to find it…)

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusNihon-odori Station Kencho-mae／Yokohama City Bus～Sakuramichi／Yokohama City Bus220JPY
    Section 2BusHonmoku Osatomachi／Yokohama City Bus～In front of Yokohama Station Ticket Gate／Yokohama City Bus220JPY
    Section 3TrainYokohama～Hamamatsucho530JPY
    Section 4SubwayDaimon (Tokyo)～Ryogoku (Toei Line)220JPY
    Section 5TrainRyogoku～Hamamatsucho210JPY
    Total1,400JPY

    Tour Report by May

    Hi, I’m May, your guide in Tokyo. Welcome to Japan!
    I have been grown up in Tokyo and working here for more than 45 years, so I’m sure I can share the best attraction of Tokyo with you, such as food, cultural and historic sites, sub-culture, shopping, and nightlife.
    Besides the tour guide, I have been working for a travel agent for more than 30 years, I can advise you the travel plan of not only in Tokyo but all over Japan.
    I had lots of guests from all over the world here in Tokyo, and most of them gave me great and wonderful review.
    I’m sure I can meet all of your demand and expectations, and am ready to welcome you to Japan with the best “Omotenashi” mind, or hospitality.

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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

    May, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 10:00　Meet up @ Hotel
    • 2. 10:20　@ Tokyo Station (Station building, station plaza)
    • 3. 10:40　@ Imperial Palace (Outer Garden, Nijubashi Bridge/Main Gate)
    • 4. 12:00　@ Meiji Shrine
    • 5.13:20　@ Shibuya (Scramble Crossing, Hachiko Statue, Pepper Parlor)
    • 6. 14:30　@ Tokyo Midtown (Cafe break)
    • 7. 15:00　@ The National Art Center
    • 8. 15:20　@ Aoyama Cemetery (Foreigners' Cemetery)
    • 9. 16:15　Disband @ In front of the entrance of Oazo Building (the building housing Hotel)

    Title: What Is a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour Like for First-Time Visitors? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were senior visitors from North America, on their first trip to Japan and their first time visiting Asia. Despite advanced age, one of the guests walked with an upright posture and had no difficulty walking at all. This trip to Japan came about through a recommendation and a travel gift from family, based on the idea that experiencing a different country and environment is valuable. After Tokyo, they planned to visit Kyoto and Osaka by Shinkansen. Since the next day would be their last full day in Tokyo, I recommended the East Gardens. Normally closed on Mondays, it happened to be open due to a public holiday, and since it was within walking distance, I did not include it in today's Imperial Palace visit. Their Hotel was right next to the Marunouchi side of Tokyo Station, and when we walked from there to the Imperial Palace, they were surprised to learn that the Imperial Palace was so close to their Hotel. After viewing the Main Gate and Nijubashi Bridge, they had their first subway experience, taking the Chiyoda Line to Meiji Shrine. As it was also their first time visiting a Shinto shrine, I explained the differences between Buddhism and Shinto. It happened to be the spring grand festival, with performances of koto and shamisen taking place. By chance, we also encountered a wedding procession, and although it was crowded, they were delighted to see something so special. Many photos were taken centered on the torii gate. Interestingly, one of the guests had expertise in geology, and explained in detail about the composition and formation of the stones placed as partitions in the Imperial Palace Outer Garden. At Shibuya, they filmed video at the Scramble Crossing and were very pleased. I suggested lunch in Shibuya, but they preferred somewhere less crowded, so we took a bus to Roppongi and enjoyed sandwiches purchased there in the free space facing the garden at Tokyo Midtown Roppongi. Afterward, I guided them to the National Art Center and Aoyama Cemetery, which they greatly enjoyed. One of the guests mentioned wanting to revisit the National Art Center alone. During our walk, the conversation flowed well thanks to the many questions asked of me as a guide. One memorable moment came when we found a popular Krispy Kreme doughnut shop near Meiji-jingumae Station. I was told a family story: Winston-Salem, in North America, is the birthplace of Krispy Kreme, and a relative who worked in medicine there had been the personal physician of the founder of Krispy Kreme. Finally, we said goodbye with a hug in front of the Oazo building housing the Hotel.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Free PassTokyo Metro Chiyoda Line Nijubashimae Station～Meijijingumae Station700JPY
    Section 2TrainHarajuku～Shibuya160JPY
    Section 3BusShibuya Station Front (East Side) / Toei Bus～Roppongi210JPY
    Section 4Free PassTokyo Metro Chiyoda Line Nogizaka Station～Otemachi Station0JPY
    Total1,070JPY

    Tour Report by Noripy

    Hello, I’m Noripy.
    I am a lively woman in my 60s who loves having fun. My charm lies in my bright and approachable personality. Drawing on over 30 years of international experience, I began working as a tour guide in 2023. I have conducted over 100 tours annually, ensuring that my clients enjoy Tokyo and its surrounding areas. I have received high praise from a wide range of customers, from teenagers to people in their 80s. I cater to solo travelers, couples, newlyweds, families, and groups of up to about 10 people. Living in the heart of the city, I actively guide tours primarily in Tokyo. In addition to being certified in English, one of my strengths is being able to communicate effectively in Spanish as well.
    I’m looking forward to meeting you all in Tokyo!

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