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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

    March, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • Hotel 1030→1115 Fushimi Inari Taisha 1215→1300 Lunch time (Keihan Shichijo) 1345→1400 Sanjusangendo 1500→1530 Gion stroll 1630 (Tour ends on-site)

    What Is a 6-Hour Private Kyoto Tour Like by Public Transport? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from Oceania. Although it was their first visit to Japan, they had done thorough research in advance and decided on the itinerary by discussing their preferred destinations with the guide via a messaging app. They initially had many places they wished to visit, but since we used public transportation, they understood that within a 6-hour range we could realistically cover only three to four locations, and we set off. When I asked about their lunch preference, they said they wanted to try the kind of curry rice that Japanese people eat, so I took them to a curry restaurant we found along the way, and they were very pleased. They had also strongly wished to visit Sanjusangendo, which inbound visitors do not often go to, and they were very delighted with it, so I believe they enjoyed a fulfilling day. Along the way, I also advised them on how to get to Kurama-dera, one of the places they hoped to visit during the rest of their stay in Kyoto, as well as how to purchase and board the Shinkansen from Kyoto Station to Tokyo, and I received words of gratitude.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusHorikawa Shimodachiuri / Kyoto City Bus～Kyoto Station / Kyoto City Bus230JPY
    Section 2TrainKyoto～Inari150JPY
    Section 3TrainFushimi Inari～Shichijo180JPY
    Section 4BusMuseum Sanjusangendo-mae / Kyoto City Bus～Higashiyama Yasui / Kyoto City Bus230JPY
    Total790JPY

    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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    Jul 5, 2026
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    Mar 17, 2026
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    Amazing. Go with Yoshi!
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  • Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Jingu Shrine & Sensoji Temple

    Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Jingu Shrine & Sensoji Temple

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    March, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 08:50　Meet at Nishitetsu Inn Nihonbashi
    • 09:40　Shibuya Scramble Crossing・Hachiko
    • 10:10　Meiji Jingu Shrine
    • 11:40　Imperial Palace
    • 12:30　Lunch at Numazu Uogashi Sushi (Marunouchi Building)
    • 13:50　Sensoji Temple
    • 15:00　Disband at Nishitetsu Inn Nihonbashi

    What Does a Private Tokyo Tour with a Licensed Guide Look Like? A Guide's Report The guests were visitors from Europe, and it was their first time in Japan. After sightseeing in Tokyo, they planned to visit Hiroshima, Kyoto, Osaka, and Hakone. At Meiji Shrine, they appeared impressed by the quiet and solemn atmosphere, which was greatly 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 Temple, they listened with interest to explanations about the differences between temples and shrines, as well as the Kaminarimon Gate. Since I accommodated the guests' wishes as requested, I believe they were satisfied.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayNihonbashi (Tokyo)～Shibuya210JPY
    Section 2TrainShibuya～Harajuku150JPY
    Section 3SubwayMeiji-jingumae～Nijubashimae210JPY
    Section 4TrainTokyo～Ueno170JPY
    Section 5SubwayUeno～Asakusa180JPY
    Section 6SubwayAsakusa～Nihonbashi (Tokyo)180JPY
    Total1,100JPY

    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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  • Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    March, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 0930 Meet at Conrad Tokyo (8 min from JR/Metro Shimbashi Station)
    • 0950 Tsukiji Outer Market – Early lunch with sushi at Sushizanmai Annex?
    • 1130 Tokyo Skytree, Solamachi
    • 1330 Asakusa, Kaminarimon, Nakamise, Senso-ji Temple, Asakusa Shrine
    • 1440 Ueno, stop for photos with the great Kanzakura cherry blossoms below the Saigo Takamori statue, Ameyoko
    • 1500 Stroll through the Akihabara Electric Town
    • 1530 Tour ends
    • Since my route home is the same, I'll see them off to Shimbashi, and after explaining the route to Odaiba and TeamLab Planets they plan to visit next, we part ways

    Title: What's a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Skytree, Asakusa, and Akihabara The guests were a group visiting from North America. One member had arrived a couple of days earlier after traveling through other parts of Asia, while the others arrived the previous afternoon on their first visit to Japan. One of the guests had lived near Naha in Okinawa for a few years long ago. They planned to spend a few days in Tokyo, then travel to Kyoto, Osaka, and Hiroshima, before heading to Okinawa to spend several days on Sesoko Island in the central area and to look for the town where they had once lived. Since one of the guests has celiac disease, I gave them a gluten-free soy sauce to carry with them. At Sushizanmai, everything except salmon roe, conger eel, and rolled egg was free of additives, so they were able to enjoy their meal with this soy sauce. Because the meal took some time, we first visited Skytree, for which a 12:00 reservation had been made (they had also purchased a ticket for the guide). After Senso-ji Temple, although it was not originally planned, we enjoyed the large Kanzakura cherry blossoms below the Saigo Takamori statue in Ueno, and then headed to Akihabara at the request of one of the guests. Their interest was in old game consoles and manga, so they were able to browse a bit, and I also introduced and explained Nakano Broadway. Today they are going to Odaiba and TeamLab Planets. Tomorrow they plan to visit Mount Fuji.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayShiodome～Tsukiji Market180JPY
    Section 2SubwayTsukiji～Oshiage320JPY
    Section 3TrainTokyo Skytree～Asakusa160JPY
    Section 4SubwayAsakusa～Ueno180JPY
    Section 5TrainOkachimachi～Akihabara150JPY
    Section 6TrainAkihabara～Shimbashi170JPY
    Total1,160JPY

    Tour Report by Ted

    I had worked in the international business scene for over 40 years and traveled to North America and European countries over 1000 days.
    After I retired from the business, I traveled to most of the major sightseeing spots in all 47 prefectures in Japan.

    My guide is starting from a brief history of the site where I am going to guide. I usually add a briefing about Japanese culture based on religions, such as Shinto Shrine and Buddhist temples. A geographic background behind the history is also important.
    My course includes 4 to 5 (in 6 hours) sites from the following depending on where I will pick the guests up;
    – Senso ji Temple
    – Kappabashi Kitchenware Market
    – Tokyo Skytree
    – Ueno Park
    – Nezu Shrine
    – Imperial Palace outer park
    – Tokyo Central Station, Marunouchi historic district
    – Tsukiji Fish Market
    – Koishikawa Korakuen Garden
    – Ginza
    – Odaiba
    – Hama Rikyu Garden
    – Shinjuku Gyoen Garden
    – Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building
    – Roppongi
    – Meiji Shrine
    – Harajuku & Takeshita Street
    – Shibuya
    – and Any of your interest.

    I am happy to introduce Japanese Manga/Anime cultures such as Akihabara, Nakano Broadway and Ghibli related sites.
    Travelling along the JR central line where guests can stopover at major animation studios (it is not accepted to visit the inside). The majority of animation studios such as TMS Entertainment, SUNRISE, A1 Pictures etc. are located in this area. Suginami Animation museum, Studio Ghibli and Ghibli Museum are also located.
    Guests can feel old houses in the Spirited Away scene in the Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum.

    I can also provide a pilgrimage to the sacred place (shooting location) for the Shinkai Makoto animation movies such as Your name, Weathering with you, and Suzume.

    Another interesting feature is to visit authentic Japanese style pub meals such as Yakitori, Karaage, and Sushi etc.
    Asakusa Hoppy Street, Ameyoko Street, Yurakucho, Shimbashi, Shinjuku Golden gai, Shinjuku Omoide Yokocho are nice to visit.

    A Sake tasting at Sake Cellar can be an option.

    In addition to the above, I am available in the neighboring cities.

    Kawagoe is an old town developed in the 17th century. It has very close relationship with the Edo central government. Kawagoe castle ruins, Kitain temple and 500 Buddha statues will welcome the guests.
    These areas are renovated and provide an old days atmosphere.
    Japanese style sweets food stands will fascinate the guests.
    Kawagoe is about 1 – 1.5 train trip from Tokyo.

    Kamakura is the first Samurai worriers government established in the late 12th century.
    The Buddhism are introduced to Japan in the 6th century, and flourished at Nara and Kyoto later. A newer Buddhism sect such as Zen has well developed at Kamakura area.
    Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, Gigantic Buddha statue at Kotokuin Temple and the flower temple Hasedera Temple are must-see.
    Kamakura is about 1 – 1.5 train trip from Tokyo.

    I am also happy to develop any other site the guests have interest.

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    Jul 2, 2026
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  • Tochigi in One Day: Tobu Nikko Station & Kanmangafuchi Abyss

    Tochigi in One Day: Tobu Nikko Station & Kanmangafuchi Abyss

    Nikko Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    March, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:10 Tobu Nikko Station
    • 10:20 Shinkyo Bridge
    • 10:48 Rinnoji Temple Sanbutsudo
    • 11:30 Nikko Toshogu Shrine
    • 13:10 Futarasan Shrine
    • 13:30 Lunch @ Soba Restaurant Hayashiya
    • 14:40 Kanmangafuchi Abyss
    • 16:10 Tobu Nikko Station

    What Is a Private Nikko Day Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from South America. Since one of the guests mainly spoke Spanish, the other translated as needed throughout the tour. The guests arrived on a train nearly an hour earlier than the scheduled tour start time, so we began and finished early. There were not many large tour groups at that time of year, and things went smoothly except for waiting for the next slot at Yakushido Hall. In the first half, I explained things in detail, including some conceptual background, and because of the lunch reservation time, our visit to Futarasan Shrine was rather quick. In the second half, however, the guests enjoyed a more relaxed pace that included some shopping.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusTobu Nikko Station／Tobu Bus～Shinkyo Bridge／Tobu Bus220JPY
    Total220JPY

    Tour Report by YOKO

    Hello! I’m Yoko.
    I live in Tochigi Prefecture about 40 years and currently based in Utsunomiya, city near Nikko.
    I’m a mother of two kids, and a beagle dog.
    Also I’ve lived in Tennessee for 3 years until 2020.
    I was always happy whenever introducing Japanese culture to local people while living in US.
    Now I’m so excited to introduce you various attractions here in Japan.
    I love traveling, nature, food, Kimono, tea ceremony, manga etc.
    I’m looking forward to showing my guests beautiful places and interesting things related to my neighbor area.
    Let’s explore and have fun with me!

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    May 26, 2026
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    May 17, 2026
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    A fabulous day in Nikko!
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    Mar 9, 2026
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    The bed guide for a really amazing place
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  • Hakone Full-Day Customized Private Tour

    Hakone Full-Day Customized Private Tour

    Hakone Full-Day Customized Private Tour with Licensed Guide

    March, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:30 Meet and discuss　10:00 Take the hotel shuttle car to Gora Station　10:18 Take the cable car to Sounzan, ropeway, Owakudani　11:15 Take the ropeway to Togendai　12:00 Pirate ship　12:45 Motohakone Port, after a stroll　13:05 Hakone Checkpoint　Lunch at Donburi Chaya　Maruyama Bussan presentation, shopping　14:16 Bus from Hakonemachi Port
    • 14:40 Yunessun, by bus to Gora Station　15:00 Dismissal　Customers take the hotel shuttle car from Gora Station to the hotel

    Title: What Is a Private Hakone Day Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The tour time was shortened, but it was an enjoyable trip filled with laughter from beginning to end. Although it was cloudy, we were fortunate to catch a brief glimpse of the summit of Mount Fuji at Owakudani. The guests also tried the famous black eggs. The boat was crowded, so we relaxed in a special cabin. At Donburi Chaya, the guests enjoyed a Japanese meal of soba. At Maruyama Bussan, the guests enjoyed the presentation and did quite a bit of shopping. One of the guests had visited this place ten years earlier and purchased a secret puzzle box here, but had lost the instruction manual on how to open it. When this was mentioned, the shop kindly provided a new instruction manual. Throughout the itinerary, I made sure to minimize walking and took care to look after the well-being of the guests.

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    Transportation cost per person

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

    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!!
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    Jun 30, 2026
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  • Kyoto in One Day: Fushimi Inari Taisha & Kinkaku-ji

    Kyoto in One Day: Fushimi Inari Taisha & Kinkaku-ji

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    March, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:44 Meet（＠Kyoto Station Shinkansen platform）
    • 10:00-10:15 Travel（JR: Kyoto Station→Inari）
    • 10:15-11:15 Visit Fushimi Inari Taisha
    • 11:15-12:00 Travel（Keihan train; Fushimi Inari→Keihan Sanjo, Subway; Sanjo Keihan→Nijojo-mae）
    • 12:00-13:10 Visit Nijo Castle
    • 13:10-13:40 Travel（City bus; Nijojo-mae→Waratenjin-mae）
    • 13:40-14:20 Lunch（CoCo Kana/near Kinkaku-ji）
    • 14:30-15:20 Visit Kinkaku-ji
    • 15:20-16:00 Travel（City bus: Kinkakuji-michi→Kitaoji Bus Terminal, Subway; Kitaoji→Kyoto Station）
    • 16:00 Tour ends　　　After the tour, we said goodbye at the Shinkansen ticket gate of Kyoto Station.

    What Is a Private Day Trip from Tokyo to Kyoto Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Fushimi Inari, Nijo Castle, and Kinkakuji The guests were visitors from North America. They arrived from Tokyo by bullet train and returned to their hotel in Tokyo after the day trip. It was their first time visiting Japan. The morning was chilly, but by early afternoon the weather became comfortable for the tour. I took them to Fushimi Inari, Nijo Castle, and Kinkakuji. As we had entered the peak tour season, Fushimi Inari and Kinkakuji in particular were extremely crowded. The guests said they liked Nijo Castle the most, and mentioned that the wall paintings of the Ninomaru Palace left an especially strong impression on them.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainKyoto～Inari150JPY
    Section 2TrainFushimi Inari～Sanjo (Kyoto Prefecture)240JPY
    Section 3SubwaySanjo (Kyoto Prefecture)～Nijojo-mae220JPY
    Section 4BusNijojo-mae／Kyoto City Bus～Waratenjin-mae／Kyoto City Bus230JPY
    Section 5BusKinkakuji-michi／Kyoto City Bus～Kitaoji Bus Terminal (Subway Kitaoji Station)／Kyoto City Bus230JPY
    Section 6SubwayKitaoji～Kyoto260JPY
    Total1,330JPY

    Tour Report by Michi

    My name is (Mr.)Michiharu Aioi and I worked at Electronic Manufacturing Company (Panasonic) for more than 40 years in charge of overseas sales.
    I learned a lot in these 40 years and now I would like to contribute to the promotion of mutual understanding with foreign countries being involved in tourism busines utilizing my long experience in my previous company. I will do my best to make each trip very fruitful for each foreign visitor.
    As for my language ability, in addition to English, I can speak Spanish which I used in my job and I can communicate with Chinese people with intermediate level. Finally It is my great pleasure if my activity could work in the mutual understang with foreign visitors. Thanks a Lot !

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    Jul 19, 2026
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  • Hiroshima in One Day: Miyajima & Hiroshima Peace Park

    Hiroshima in One Day: Miyajima & Hiroshima Peace Park

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

    March, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 09:00 Hotel Meet
    • 10:00 Miyajima
    • 13:00 Lunch
    • 14:00 Hiroshima Peace Park
    • 17:00 Dismissal in front of the Atomic Bomb Dome

    What Is a Private Miyajima and Hiroshima Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from North America. During our pre-tour communication, they mentioned an interest in bird photography, so I researched in advance the types of birds that can be seen around Miyajima and Hiroshima in early spring, and introduced them during the tour. They showed great interest in topics related to nature and wild birds, and our conversations flowed easily. When I noticed that one of the guests was walking with a slight limp, I checked in, and adjusted the originally planned route to prioritize places with elevators and escalators, guiding with attention to safety. On Miyajima, I attempted to use a taxi, but vehicles were hard to find that day, so we used shortcuts to reduce the walking distance and proceeded at a comfortable pace. Since the guests did not seem particularly focused on the history related to the atomic bomb, I gave a concise explanation at the Peace Park and instead allowed more time to enjoy strolling and taking in the scenery. Throughout the tour, we were able to proceed in a calm and pleasant atmosphere, sharing a relaxed time centered on topics of nature and photography.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainHiroshima～Miyajimaguchi420JPY
    Section 2TrainMiyajimaguchi～Nishi-Hiroshima330JPY
    Section 3TrainNishi-Hiroshima～In front of the Atomic Bomb Dome240JPY
    Total990JPY

    Tour Report by Yuji

    Originally, I’m a cycling guide doing cycling tours all over Japan.
    But, already done Hiroshima & Miyajima tour more than 400 times.
    I traveled many countries in my younger days. I traveled Europe, US, China, India, US, Mexico, Peru Australia, NZ, and so on.
    I decided to use this experience to become a guide.
    I’m afraid but no tipping required, because cycling guides are not allowed to have tipping in my association. And you do not need to pay for my lunch, because my lunch is prepared by our group.
    Please do not hesitate to ask me anything, I’ll change the plan according to your requests.
    Thank you for your understanding and please stay connected.

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    Jun 1, 2026
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    May 27, 2026
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    May 12, 2026
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    HIROSHIMA HALF DAY TOUR
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    May 10, 2026
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  • Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine & Harajuku Takeshita Street

    Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine & Harajuku Takeshita Street

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    March, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:00 Meet at Hotel Blossom Shinjuku > Purchase Welcome Suica at Shinjuku Station
    • 8:25 Meiji Shrine
    • 9:50 East Gardens of the Imperial Palace
    • 11:30 Asakusa (Skytree photos)
    • 13:30 Harajuku Takeshita Street
    • 13:50 Disband at Harajuku Takeshita Street

    Title: What Is a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Meiji Shrine, the Imperial Palace, and Asakusa The weather was good and the tour proceeded smoothly. During the briefing after the meet, the guests said they wanted a Welcome Suica, so we bought one at Shinjuku Station and started from there. At Meiji Shrine, I received a great many questions about religion and Japanese culture and customs. Many photos were taken. At the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, cherry blossoms and camellias were in bloom, and many photos were taken. In the gardens, long-finned koi could be seen. In Asakusa, I received questions about the wartime air raids and the five-story pagoda. I was treated to rice cakes and drinks. On Takeshita Street in Harajuku, the guests showed interest in various things and said, "We'll stay here for a while, so this is fine," and the tour ended. A tip was received.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainShinjuku～Harajuku150JPY
    Section 2Free PassMeiji-jingumae～Otemachi700JPY
    Section 3Free PassTakebashi～Asakusa0JPY
    Section 4Free PassAsakusa～Meiji-jingumae0JPY
    Total850JPY

    Tour Report by Koba

    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.

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    Jul 21, 2026
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    Great Touring Tokyo
    Koba is an excellent tour guide. We greatly…

    Jul 9, 2026
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    First visit to Tokyo
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  • Tokyo in One Day: Hamarikyu & Gotokuji

    Tokyo in One Day: Hamarikyu & Gotokuji

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    March, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:30 Hotel MyStays Premier Hamamatsucho
    • 10:50 Hamarikyu
    • 12:20 Tokyo Tower Lunch
    • 14:40 Shibuya Crossing, Center Street, Scramble Square
    • 15:50 Gotokuji
    • 16:40 Dismissal @ Sangenjaya Station

    Title: What Is a Private Family Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Hamarikyu, Tokyo Tower, Shibuya, and Gotokuji I guided a group visiting from North America. It was a celebratory trip arranged through a support organization, and I guided them to the places the guests themselves had chosen. At Hamarikyu Gardens, the plum blossoms were still in bloom and the rapeseed flowers were beautiful. At the Nakajima Teahouse, the guests looked lovely seated together on the red felt mat, so I took a photo for them. For lunch, the guests enjoyed items such as Mos Burgers and katsudon at the food court at Tokyo Tower. It was memorable that one member of the group, who usually feels afraid in busy areas, was able to move around on their own on the souvenir shop floor of Tokyo Tower, which delighted and surprised the group. In Shibuya, I took them to the 12th floor of Scramble Square, where we looked down at the crossing from above. Toward the end, the guests seemed quite tired, but we took the Setagaya Line to Gotokuji Temple. I had not realized that the counter for goshuin and other items closed at 15:00, so we were unable to buy the cat figurines. The guests did not mind much, but I reflected on it. It was a very calm and gentle group, and being told by one of the guests that it had been a good tour truly touched my heart.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayShiodome～Akabanebashi180JPY
    Section 2SubwayKamiyacho～Shibuya330JPY
    Section 3TrainShibuya～Miyanosaka340JPY
    Section 4TrainMiyanosaka～Sangenjaya160JPY
    Total1,010JPY

    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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    Jul 21, 2026
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    6 hour guided tour of Tokyo
    Our wonderful guide,…

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    Perfectly guided day
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    Takako was an amazing guide! She gave strong insights on…

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  • Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine & Ginza

    Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine & Ginza

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    March, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:30 Meet @ Hotel
    • 9:50 Meiji Shrine
    • 10:50 Shibuya Crossing
    • 11:30 Maisen Restaurant
    • 13:00 Kuramae Shrine
    • 13:30 Asakusa (Senso-ji Temple, Matcha Cafe)
    • 14:50 Ginza
    • 15:30 Disband @ Shinjuku Station

    What's a Full-Day Private Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from North America. They had been friends since their university days and were very enjoyable to be with. The day before, they had enjoyed teamLab and a food tour. Since they had many plans during their stay in Tokyo, they mainly wanted to see the highlights, but as the mimosa and cherry blossoms at Kuramae Shrine were just at their best, I took them there as well. Lunch was tonkatsu, and they also ordered sake and were very satisfied. After Asakusa, we stopped by Ginza briefly, just to check the locations of Mitsukoshi, Wako, and Uniqlo before heading back.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainShinjuku～Harajuku150JPY
    Section 2TrainHarajuku～Shibuya150JPY
    Section 3SubwayShibuya～Omotesando180JPY
    Section 4SubwayOmotesando～Kuramae290JPY
    Section 5SubwayKuramae～Asakusa180JPY
    Section 6SubwayAsakusa～Ginza210JPY
    Section 7SubwayGinza～Shinjuku210JPY
    Total1,370JPY

    Tour Report by Rumi

    Hello,
    I’m Rumi.Welcome to Japan!!
    I’m a government-licensed guide in the Tokyo area.
    I’m so excited to have a chance to show you my favorite places in Tokyo.
    Tokyo is a fantastic city with many aspects like history,culture and food.
    What interests you about Tokyo?
    What kind of Japanese food would you like to try?
    I’ll take you to various places according to your request.
    My favorite spot is Meiji Shrine.
    It’s so peaceful that I’m sure you like it.
    I really like to talk with foreigners about various topics.So, I love my job.
    I look forward to meeting and guiding you soon.

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    Jun 29, 2026
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    My family had an excellent…

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    Rumi was a wonderful guide. She…