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  • Tokyo in One Day: Courtyard Tokyo Station & Zojoji Temple

    Tokyo in One Day: Courtyard Tokyo Station & Zojoji Temple

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 Courtyard Tokyo Station
    • 9:30 Tokyo Tower
    • 10:40 Zojoji Temple
    • 11:40 Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center, Sensoji Temple
    • 12:40 Lunch @ Sushiei
    • 13:50 Ueno Park, Statue of Saigo Takamori, Kiyomizu Kannondo, Toshogu Shrine
    • 15:00 Dismissal @ Akihabara, in front of Radio Kaikan

    What's a Private Tokyo Tour Like for First-Time Visitors? A Licensed Guide's Report I guided a group visiting from North America. This was the second day of their trip to Japan, and the previous day they had visited Ginza and Odaiba. The group was supported by an assistance organization, and Japan had been chosen as their destination. Among themselves, some of the guests spoke Chinese and others spoke English. We visited the places they had hoped to see, and most of the guests were more absorbed in taking photos than in listening to explanations. At Ameyoko they bought ningyo-yaki and bean sweets. For lunch, they requested sushi, ramen, or udon, and we entered the first sushi restaurant I suggested. We were able to sit right at the counter together and enjoyed delicious sushi, which pleased them. We then arrived at the long-awaited Akihabara, where I introduced the Radio Kaikan building and a few ramen shops, bringing the tour to a close.

    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayKyobashi (Tokyo)~Kamiyacho180JPY
    Section 2SubwayDaimon (Tokyo)~Asakusa220JPY
    Section 3SubwayAsakusa~Ueno180JPY
    Section 4TrainUeno~Akihabara160JPY
    Total740JPY

    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!!

    Jul 21, 2026
    Z222TCshannonr
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    6 hour guided tour of Tokyo
    Our wonderful guide,…

    Jul 9, 2026
    cronima2
    Perfectly guided day
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    We had an amazing day with…

    Jul 3, 2026
    johnoD792VT
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Lovely Guide!
    Takako was an amazing guide! She gave strong insights on…

    Jul 3, 2026
    71nidhim
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 8hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Tokyo Tour
    Takako was extremely knowledgeable and showed us all the main…

  • Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 9:30 Meet up @Grand Hyatt Tokyo
    • 2. 9:40 @Roppongi (Roppongi Hills, Tokyo Midtown Roppongi, The National Art Center)
    • 3. 10:45 @Meiji Shrine
    • 4. 11:40 @Shibuya (Scramble Crossing, Hachiko Statue)
    • 5. 12:00 Lunch @Takenouchi (inside FUKURAS)
    • 6. 13:30 @Ginza (4-chome Crossing, Chuo-dori)
    • 7. 14:00 @Imperial Palace (Sakuradamon Gate, Nijubashi Bridge, Main Gate)
    • 8. 14:20 @Tokyo Station (Station Plaza, Station Building)
    • 9. 15:00 Disband @Grand Hyatt Tokyo

    **Title:** What's a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour Like Before a Cruise? A Licensed Guide's Report **Body:** The guests were visiting Japan for the first time from North America, and today was their only full day of sightseeing in Tokyo. Their main purpose was to enjoy a cruise around Japan; the morning after this tour, they were scheduled to travel to Osaka by Shinkansen, board the ship there, and spend about two weeks on a southern route that included Hiroshima and cities along the Sea of Japan coast, ending in Sapporo. From there, they planned to fly back home via Tokyo. They were very impressed by the smooth subway travel in Tokyo and by how clean the city was. At first, they said they did not want to buy subway tickets themselves and asked me, as their guide, to arrange everything for them, so I explained the system, including smart cards such as SUICA and the steps each person needs to take when passing through the ticket gates. In the end, each of them purchased a one-day subway pass and got on and off the trains without any trouble. They mentioned that in their everyday life they do not use public transportation such as subways, so they said it was a great help to have a guide with them for navigating Tokyo's unfamiliar subway system. At Meiji Shrine, one of the guests did not take part in the purification fountain or the worship, but they listened attentively to the explanations about Japanese history. For lunch, I offered a few options, and they chose tempura and soba. They thoroughly enjoyed spring mountain vegetables and shrimp tempura. At the start of the tour, perhaps because they were tired, their expressions were a little tense, but by the end of the tour, as we approached their accommodation, they seemed to relax. They even smiled warmly at a small child they saw, saying how cute the child was, showing how at ease they had become.

    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Free PassTokyo Metro Chiyoda Line Nogizaka Station~Meiji-jingumae Station1,100JPY
    Section 2TrainHarajuku~Shibuya160JPY
    Section 3Free PassTokyo Metro Ginza Line Shibuya Station~Ginza Station0JPY
    Section 4Free PassTokyo Metro Yurakucho Line Ginza-itchome Station~Sakuradamon Station0JPY
    Section 5Free PassTokyo Metro Marunouchi Line Tokyo Station~Hibiya Line Roppongi Station0JPY
    Total1,260JPY

    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!

    Jul 3, 2026
    Jody D
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Full Day Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle from Yokohama
    Best Post cruise tour ever
    It was…

    June 19, 2026
    Alec T
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Tokyo in 4 hours
    Noripy was excellent! She guided us through…

    Jun 16, 2026
    Hema_R
    Viator review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Lovely experience. My…
    Lovely experience. My guide was an absolutely adorable lady…

    Jun 3, 2026
    Sara B
    Tokyo walking tour with Noripy. A+!
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Noripy gave a 5/5 tour!…

  • Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine & Asakusa

    Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine & Asakusa

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 Meet at Hotel Tokyo Asakusa-Tawaramachi
    • 9:40 Tsukiji. Shopping at the market, dining on the rooftop. Also food tasting outside the market
    • 11:30 Meiji Shrine
    • 12:20 Harajuku Takeshita Street
    • 13:15 Akihabara. Stay at Super Potato and others
    • 14:05 Asakusa
    • 15:00 Disband at Asakusa

    Title: What Can You See on a Full-Day Private Tour of Tokyo? A Licensed Guide's Report The weather was cloudy, but the tour proceeded smoothly. At Tsukiji, the guests had been looking forward to it, and they bought sushi for the group along with sashimi and enjoyed them at the food court on the third floor, then also had beef and other items at the outer market. We proceeded to Meiji Shrine and Harajuku's Takeshita Street, where the guests were very interested in the Fender Guitar shop, but since they were carrying food and drinks, they only took photos from the outside. At Akihabara, they spent some time playing arcade games at Super Potato. At Asakusa, they enjoyed shopping along Nakamise and drawing omikuji fortunes. The tour concluded on the temple grounds as planned.

    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Free PassTawaramachi~Tsukiji700JPY
    Section 2Free PassTsukiji~Meiji-jingumae0JPY
    Section 3Free PassMeiji-jingumae~Shin-ochanomizu0JPY
    Section 4Free PassSuehirocho~Asakusa0JPY
    Total700JPY

    My name is Eiji Kobayashi (Mr.), and I will be your guide during your stay in Tokyo.
    Please call me Koba.
    Allow me to introduce myself. I am a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter of Japan and an expert in Japanese history and culture, and also in nursing and health. I usually work as a Public Health Nurse (PHN) at a Public Health Center in Tokyo, and I hold a Registered Nurse (RN) license. Additionally, I have a Ph.D. in medical science.
    Born in 1957 and raised in Tokyo, I have worked for 33 years mainly in the research and development area for some pharmaceutical companies. Then, I changed my career to nursing and entered a university to obtain a PHN and RN license. I took the Licensed Guide for preparation for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and volunteered in the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2021.

    Jul 21, 2026
    scottsD8777AR
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
    Great Touring Tokyo
    Koba is an excellent tour guide. We greatly…

    Jul 9, 2026
    Quest36994121691
    First visit to Tokyo
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    This was our first visit…

    Jul 8, 2026
    Χρονης Π
    A beautiful tour
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    It was a perfect experience…

    Jul 5, 2026
    I3699SBjonathanw
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    6hr Tokyo guide great experience
    Koba was so nice to my family…

  • Tokyo in One Day: Shinjuku JR Blossom Kyushu & Tsukishima Monja Street

    Tokyo in One Day: Shinjuku JR Blossom Kyushu & Tsukishima Monja Street

    Tour Itinerary

    • 6:00 Shinjuku JR Blossom Kyushu
    • 6:40 Tsukiji Market
    • 9:00 Akihabara
    • 9:50 Nippori
    •   Yanaka Cemetery Yanaka Ginza
    • 10:50 Sendagi
    • 11:10 Nezu Shrine
    • 11:40 Tsukishima Monja Street
    • 12:00 Disband at Monja Maguro Restaurant

    What Is a Private Tokyo Food and Walking Tour Like in Tsukiji, Yanaka, and Nezu? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from Europe. During their trip to Japan, they enjoyed skiing in Niseko, visited Kyoto, and spent their final days sightseeing in Tokyo. They were very calm and easygoing. They love cats and had read a translation of Soseki's "I Am a Cat." At Tsukiji, they tried yakitori, tamagoyaki, and miso soup, and they were delighted with the monjayaki I took them to at the end. In Yanaka and Nezu, they were able to see early-blooming cherry blossoms and even managed to photograph a Japanese bush warbler perched on a branch, which made them very happy. In addition to the food tour, they thoroughly enjoyed Yanaka Cemetery and Nezu Shrine, and they were very pleased with the experience.

    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayShinjuku~Tsukiji Market280JPY
    Section 2SubwayTsukiji~Akihabara180JPY
    Section 3TrainAkihabara~Nippori200JPY
    Section 4SubwaySendagi~Nezu180JPY
    Section 5SubwayNezu~Tsukishima210JPY
    Total1,050JPY

    My name is Kris,
    Before becoming a tour guide, I worked for a major steelmaking company as an engineer for many years. During my career, I lived and worked in both Germany and the United States for a total of five years. These experiences helped me understand different cultures and ways of thinking, which now helps me connect easily with guests from around the world.

    After retirement, I chose a second career as a tour guide because I truly enjoy meeting people from different countries and sharing Japanese culture, history, and daily life. I have been working as a guide for more than nine years and continue to enjoy every tour.

    I currently live in Tokyo, but I was born and raised in Kobe, near Osaka, and my family roots are in Kyoto. As a result, I have extensive knowledge not only of Tokyo but also of Kyoto, Osaka, and many other parts of Japan. I enjoy introducing both famous landmarks and hidden local gems that many visitors might otherwise miss.

    I am energetic, friendly, and very sociable. I always try to create tours that are relaxed, flexible, and tailored to my guests’ interests.

    Travel is one of my greatest passions, especially visiting hot spring resorts. I have visited more than 80 onsen destinations throughout Japan, giving me a deep appreciation of Japanese culture and regional traditions.

    Whether you are visiting Japan for the first time or returning for another adventure, I would be delighted to help you discover the real Japan from a local perspective.

    I look forward to meeting you and helping you create wonderful memories in Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and beyond.

    See you in Japan!

    Kris

    May 10, 2026
    Matt_B
    Viator review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    A Wonderful Introduction to Tokyo
    We were so lucky to have Kris-San…

    Apr 29, 2026
    Rebecca_M
    Viator review: Toyosu Market Morning Tuna Auction and Tsukiji Food Tour with Licensed Guide
    Excellent tour
    We had such a wonderful…

    Apr 21, 2026
    jacquir581
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    We love Kris
    Kris was awesome! He was very flexible when our…

    Apr 2, 2026
    Frank_B
    Viator review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    A great day in Tokyo
    Great tour with an excellent guide, Kris.…

  • Tokyo Customized Private Tour by Car

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour by Car

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 10:00 Meet at Grand Hyatt Tokyo
    • 2. 10:30 Asakusa (Nakamise Shopping Street, Sensoji Temple)
    • 3. 11:40 Ueno (Ameyoko Shopping Street, Ueno Park)
    • 4. 12:30 Yanaka Ginza
    • 5. 12:45 Lunch at Daikokuya
    • 6. 13:30 Nezu Shrine
    • 7. 14:20 Odaiba
    • 8. 15:30 Dismissal at Grand Hyatt Tokyo

    What's a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Yanaka, Odaiba, and More The guests were visitors from North America who had arrived in Japan the previous day and were set to join a cruise ship tour starting the next day, so they dedicated their single day in Tokyo to this tour. This was a case in which the guide had been changed partway through, and the previous guide had already created an itinerary. However, after listening to the guests' requests, I made some adjustments before guiding them. In the end, they were very pleased, so I feel it went well. For food, the original plan was to do a bit of eating while strolling through Yanaka Ginza, and later to have monjayaki at Tsukishima Monja Street. However, upon arriving at Yanaka Ginza, the guests expressed a wish to sit down and have a leisurely meal, so I took them to "Daikokuya" in Sendagi. As a result, they were not hungry even in the latter half of the tour, so I changed the plan on the spot and took them to Odaiba, where they could enjoy the beautiful view of the Tokyo cityscape across Tokyo Bay. After that, the guests appeared tired and wished to return to the hotel early, so I took them to the hotel and ended the tour. At first, the guests seemed a little reserved, but as they gradually opened up, they became very friendly.

    Hi, I am Nobu, a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter (English).
    I have been an English guide in Tokyo area since January 2017.
    Tokyo is a wonderful city, and you may enjoy this city by yourselves.
    Even so, I recommend you go around with a guide, especially if it is your first time visit to Tokyo.
    A good guide will help you to understand about Tokyo and Japan as well as how to use convenient but complicated public transportations more effectively.
    I am glad if I can help you to make your tour more enjoyable.
    I am looking forward to meeting you in Tokyo soon!
    Nobu

    Jun 2, 2026
    amandavW9846AW
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Great Tokyo day trip!
    We had a wonderfull day with Nobu! He…

    May 25, 2026
    Matthew_C
    Viator review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Nobu was an excellent and…
    Nobu was an excellent and informative guide…

    May 24, 2026
    Diane D
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Pleasant Intro to Tokyo
    Nobu was an experienced and informative guide.…

    Apr 28, 2026
    GrandTour57165664797
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Awesome!
    It was our first visit to Japan. Nobu was very knowledgeable…

  • Hiroshima in One Day: Miyajima

    Hiroshima in One Day: Miyajima

    Tour Itinerary

    • 09:00 Meet at Itsukaichi Station
    • 09:10 Travel to Miyajima
    • 09:50 Miyajima sightseeing
    • 12:10 Travel to Hiroshima
    • 13:30 Sightseeing at Atomic Bomb Dome, Peace Park, Peace Memorial Museum, hypocenter, and Hondori
    • 16:15 Travel to Itsukaichi Station
    • 16:45 Disband at the Itsukaichi Station shuttle bus stop

    The meeting point remained unknown for a long time, and it was only just before the tour that I learned the guests would arrive by cruise ship. Since a messaging app had been set up, I asked them to take the shuttle bus from the ship and confirmed that we would meet at JR Itsukaichi Station. However, on the 14th, a request came in asking me to come all the way to Itsukaichi Port instead. Unlike Ujina Port, using Itsukaichi Port requires application documents and a permit from the prefectural office, but government offices are closed on weekends and it was impossible to obtain these on short notice. I explained this along with the shuttle bus timetable that had just been announced, and I was relieved that the guests understood. Once we met, they were very pleased with both Miyajima and Hiroshima, which made me very happy.

    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainItsukaichi~Miyajimaguchi200JPY
    Section 2OtherMiyajimaguchi~Atomic Bomb Dome240JPY
    Section 3OtherHatchobori Station~Hiroshima Station240JPY
    Section 4TrainHiroshima~Itsukaichi240JPY
    Total920JPY

    Hi, nice to meet you! I am Emmy. I am so honored and happy to be your guide.
    I had been teaching at a local university in Hiroshima. After I got retired in March 2023, I started guiding. I was born and raised in Hiroshima. I love communicating with people all over the world more than anything, so I have been involved in home visit, homestay, volunteer guide for people from foreign countries.
    I always hope that our guests will take away lots of positive energy from Hiroshima, a city that was resilient and revived like a phoenix, in spite of its sad history.
    While realizing customers’ wishes, I will introduce you the beauty of Hiroshima, Miyajima and so on, which are tranquil and peaceful places with a unique charm that cannot be found in big cities.
    I am happy to answer any questions about things Japanese.
    I look forward to meeting you in person soon!!

    Jul 3, 2026
    715rachnak
    Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
    Such a great experience in Hiroshima and Miyajima!
    We…

    Jul 2, 2026
    Janine_P
    Viator review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
    Worth the money!
    From the moment we booked our…

    May 7, 2026
    Diane_F
    Viator review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
    Wonderful tour and guide
    Our tour guide Emmy was…

    Apr 12, 2026
    Curious613511
    Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima City 4hr Private Walking Tour with Licensed Guide
    We did a 4 hour walking tour through Hiroshima where…

  • Takayama Local Food & Sake Culture Tour

    Takayama Local Food & Sake Culture Tour

    Tour Itinerary

    • "11:00 集合場所でツアー開始
    • 11:15 陣屋前朝市
    • 11:30 昼食:地元の料理
    • 12:30 高山陣屋
    • 13:45 三町筋
    •  (小野屋醸造:味噌)
    •  (原田酒造:日本酒)
    • 15:00 雛祭り
    • 16:00 桜山八幡宮・高山祭屋台会館
    • 17:00 最終地点でツアー終了"

    Title: What Is a Private Tour Starting Late Morning Like in Japan? A Licensed Guide's Report About a week before the tour date, the travel agency provided the guest's phone number, so I sent the proposed itinerary via a messaging app, but I received no reply by the day before. Since the start time was relatively late at 11:00 a.m., I was a little concerned about how the flow of the itinerary would work around lunch. First thing in the morning, I sent a message saying I would come to the Hotel at the scheduled time, and I was relieved to receive an immediate confirmation. Right after meeting the guests, I checked about lunch and found that one of the guests had certain dietary needs, and for that reason had not been able to eat much breakfast either. So, before entering the first facility after meeting up, I guided the guests to a dining place suitable for them, and after lunch, once everyone felt settled, we began touring the facility. It is easier to guide when I understand things like the timing of the start and dietary matters in advance, so it was a little disappointing that this could not be fully arranged beforehand. As for the tour itinerary itself, the guests seemed to have understood it in advance, and I believe they were able to enjoy it without any particular problems.

    I am a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter(English).
    I have lived in Takayama city more than 30 years and worked for the city office, mainly at sectioin of cultural preservation and at local museums. So, I’ve enjoyed learning about traditional lifestyles and peopple’s history of Takayama and its surrounding areas for last few decades. Let’s enjoy them while you are walking with me! I would like to take you to popular spots such as Takayama Jinya, a national historic landmark, and old town atmosphere, morning markets, and The Takayama Festival Floats Exhibition Hall in the city. And I also take you to Shirakawago, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Kamikochi, a famous mountain resort as well.
    I love to communicate with foriegn visiters and share our Japanese traditonal ideas with you!

    May 24, 2026
    benhJ5330ZF
    Tripadvisor review: Takayama Half-Day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
    Enjoying a morning in Takayama
    Micasa was an excellent and knowledgeable…

    Apr 26, 2026
    Abbie_O
    Viator review: Takayama Local Cuisine, Food & Sake Cultural Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Excellent Tour
    Micasa was an excellent tour guide.…

    Apr 19, 2026
    Richard_S
    Viator review: Takayama Local Cuisine, Food & Sake Cultural Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Connection to Japanese history and culture
    An exceptional…

    Apr 7, 2026
    Jon_S
    Viator review: Takayama Half-Day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
    Cold Weather, but Warm Tour Guide
    Our tour guide, Micasa-san, had…

  • Tokyo in One Day: Tokyo Station & Ueno Toshogu Shrine

    Tokyo in One Day: Tokyo Station & Ueno Toshogu Shrine

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:00 Meet at Yokohama Port Osanbashi Pier
    • 9:00 Tokyo Station
    • 9:15 Imperial Palace East Gardens
    • 10:25 Yasukuni Shrine and Yushukan Museum (until 12:00)
    • 12:30 Tokyo National Museum (until 13:45)
    • 13:55 Ueno Toshogu Shrine
    • 15:25 Disband at Yokohama Port Osanbashi Pier

    Title: What Is a Private Walking Tour of Central Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on the Imperial Palace East Gardens, Yasukuni Shrine, and Tokyo National Museum The weather was fine, and the tour proceeded smoothly. We got off the Tokaido Line at Tokyo Station and walked to the East Gardens. It was a pleasant morning, but there were many joggers, so we had to be careful. At the Imperial Palace East Gardens, there were three or four cherry trees in bloom, which the guests enjoyed. From Yasukuni Shrine, I took them to the Yushukan Museum as they had requested. They looked around very attentively. One of the guests had a strong interest in history and knew even fine details very well. At the Tokyo National Museum they also toured enthusiastically and asked many questions. It was unfortunate that the ukiyo-e exhibition was closed. I saw them off at Osanbashi Pier, and the tour ended. I received a tip.

    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainNihon-odori~Tokyo760JPY
    Section 2TrainTakebashi~Kudanshita180JPY
    Section 3TrainKudanshita~Ueno180JPY
    Section 4TrainUeno~Nihon-odori850JPY
    Total1,970JPY

    My name is Eiji Kobayashi (Mr.), and I will be your guide during your stay in Tokyo.
    Please call me Koba.
    Allow me to introduce myself. I am a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter of Japan and an expert in Japanese history and culture, and also in nursing and health. I usually work as a Public Health Nurse (PHN) at a Public Health Center in Tokyo, and I hold a Registered Nurse (RN) license. Additionally, I have a Ph.D. in medical science.
    Born in 1957 and raised in Tokyo, I have worked for 33 years mainly in the research and development area for some pharmaceutical companies. Then, I changed my career to nursing and entered a university to obtain a PHN and RN license. I took the Licensed Guide for preparation for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and volunteered in the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2021.

    Jul 21, 2026
    scottsD8777AR
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
    Great Touring Tokyo
    Koba is an excellent tour guide. We greatly…

    Jul 9, 2026
    Quest36994121691
    First visit to Tokyo
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    This was our first visit…

    Jul 8, 2026
    Χρονης Π
    A beautiful tour
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    It was a perfect experience…

    Jul 5, 2026
    I3699SBjonathanw
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    6hr Tokyo guide great experience
    Koba was so nice to my family…

  • Nara Day Trip from Kyoto by Private Car

    Nara Day Trip from Kyoto by Private Car

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:30 Meet at the hotel 9:30 Todaiji Temple 10:30 Nara Park 11:15 Lunch (tonkatsu) 12:40 Kasuga Taisha Shrine 13:40 Naramachi (Nigiwai-no-Ie, Karakuri Toy Museum)
    • 15:10 Depart Nara 16:20 Drop off at Kiyomizu-dera Temple and end the tour

    What Is a Private Day Tour of Nara Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Todai-ji and Nara Park The guests were a group visiting Japan. Today the weather was fine, and it became quite warm around midday. The highlight of the day was, as expected, Todai-ji Temple. The guests were deeply moved by the Great Buddha. At Nara Park, they also enjoyed feeding the deer. After visiting the Naramachi Nigiwai no Ie, one of the guests felt unwell, so we took a short rest at a nearby cafe. Fortunately, they recovered afterwards, which was a relief. After returning to Kyoto, the guests mentioned that they would go to Kiyomizu-dera Temple on their own. I saw them off there, and the tour came to an end. The photo was taken at Todai-ji Temple.

    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.

    Jul 24, 2026
    Trail65429092687
    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto Customized Full-Day Private Tour with Licensed Guide
    Kyoto Tour
    Kazua Sumi is a very accomplished guide.He has deep…

    Jul 23, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto Customized Full-Day Private Tour with Licensed Guide
    Kyoto Guided Tour
    My friend and I had a great experience…

    Jul 16, 2026
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  • Hakone Full-Day Customized Private Tour

    Hakone Full-Day Customized Private Tour

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Meet at Hotel 10:15 Depart from Hotel bus stop Via Kowakidani Mountain Railway The Hakone Open-Air Museum 11:00 Entry After strolling 12:30 Exit From The Hakone Open-Air Museum Mountain Line Via Gora 13:03 By cable car Sounzan After a 30-minute wait for the ropeway Owakudani Due to dense fog, immediately took the ropeway to Togendai Over capacity at 14:30 Could not board the pirate ship 15:05 Boarding 15:45 Motohakone Port Disembark Hakone Shrine Sightseeing After that Shopping at a Motohakone marquetry shop 17:30 From Motohakone Boarded the bus Disband 

    Title: What Is a Private Day Tour of Hakone Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on the Open-Air Museum, Lake Ashi, and Hakone Shrine The guests were a cheerful group visiting from North America, and it was a lively, friendly party throughout the day. Considering the weather, we first visited the Hakone Open-Air Museum, which turned out to be a delightful surprise for the guests, and they also enjoyed the foot bath there. One of the guests had visited Owakudani about ten years earlier but could see nothing due to the fog. Today we tried shifting our timing, but the conditions were exactly the same, so I apologized for the poor visibility. Perhaps because of this, visitors concentrated on the sightseeing boat, and it became so crowded that we had to let one boat go and wait for the next. The guests thoroughly enjoyed Hakone Shrine and shopping for traditional marquetry woodwork. Although we were not blessed with good weather, it was a fun day, including the stories I shared along the way.

    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Free PassOdawara~Odawara6,000JPY
    Total6,000JPY

    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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