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  • Tokyo in 1 Day from Yokohama by Car

    Tokyo in 1 Day from Yokohama by Car

    Tokyo in 1 Day from Yokohama by Car with Licensed Guide

    July, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 8:00　Meet up @ Yokohama Osanbashi Pier
    • 2. 9:00　@ Workman Omori Kannana Store
    • 3. 10:30　@ Shibuya (Scramble Crossing, Hachiko, Starbucks Coffee)
    • 4. 10:50 　@ MEGA Don Quijote
    • 5. 11:50 　Lunch @ Maruman (inside Shibuya FUKURAS)
    • 6. 13:00　@ Imperial Palace (Sakuradamon Gate, Nijubashi Bridge, Main Gate)
    • 7. 13:30　[From the car window] @ Tokyo Station (Marunouchi side station building)
    • 8. 13:45　@ Imperial Palace East Gardens
    • 9. 14:20　@ Uniqlo Ginza Store
    • 10.　16:00 Dismissal @ Haneda Airport Garden Entrance

    # What's a Private Shopping-Focused Tokyo Day Tour Like from Yokohama? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting Japan for the first time from North America. In our prior communication, they had expressed a strong interest in Japanese workwear, so they requested an itinerary that included a stop at a workwear store. When we departed from Yokohama Osanbashi Pier, it was raining quite heavily, so I planned to visit the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace later in the tour when the rain would hopefully ease. As a result, the first stop after entering Tokyo was a Workman workwear store in the Omori area. Just from shopping here, the group was so delighted that it felt as though we had nearly accomplished the main goal of the tour. They purchased many pieces of workwear, including a fan-equipped jacket. By the time we arrived at Shibuya next, the rain had lightened, and the group was able to experience crossing the famous Shibuya Scramble Crossing and were moved by the story of the Hachiko statue. At Mega Don Quijote, everyone in the group purchased many souvenirs, cosmetics, and snacks, and they were once again very satisfied with the shopping. After that, a little earlier than planned, I guided them to the restaurant floor on the 6th floor of Shibuya Fukuras for lunch. Among the various options, they focused on chicken dishes and chose a Kagoshima-style restaurant called Maruman. Everyone enjoyed their meals as delicious. One of the guests ordered a large charcoal-grilled rice bowl, saying "I eat a lot," but once they started eating, they became oddly quiet. Saying "the seasoning is good, but…", I suspect the charcoal-grilled thigh meat may have been a bit too tough, as about half was left uneaten. Afterwards, although it was not originally a scheduled drop-off point, since one of the guests wished to "see a beautiful place" and we had some time to spare, we stopped in front of the Nijubashi Bridge at the Imperial Palace for a stroll before heading to the East Gardens. Since the focus was on gardens, I concentrated the tour on the Ninomaru Garden. The final highlight stop was the Uniqlo store in Ginza, requested strongly by one of the guests. This guest had become a big fan of Uniqlo after purchasing its products during a trip abroad in their student days. While others in the group said they did not understand why Uniqlo was so popular, they were carried along by the enthusiasm and purchased a few items for themselves as well. Others in the group explored elsewhere. Everyone in the group achieved their individual goals with today's shopping right before their departure, and we parted ways at Haneda Airport with great satisfaction.

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    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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  • Osaka in Half a Day: Osaka Castle & Kuromon Market

    Osaka in Half a Day: Osaka Castle & Kuromon Market

    Osaka Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    July, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 14:00 Meet at Hotel
    • 14:40 Osaka Castle
    • 16:45 Kuromon Market
    • 17:30 Disband at Dotonbori

    What's a Private One-Day Osaka Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Osaka Castle, Kuromon Market, and Dotonbori Today's guests were a group visiting from North America. They had already visited Tokyo, Hakone, Hiroshima, and Kyoto, with Osaka being their final stop. Osaka Castle was not very crowded, so we were able to see it at a relatively relaxed pace. One of the guests showed great interest in the exhibits. After that, we went to Kuromon Market and Dotonbori. They mentioned that they had also made a reservation for a river cruise the following evening, and they seemed very intrigued by it. Although we had changed the start time, they mentioned that they had not yet had lunch and expressed a wish to have a late lunch, so we ended the tour a little early, but I believe they enjoyed themselves.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayTennoji～Tanimachi 4-chome240JPY
    Section 2SubwayTanimachi 4-chome～Nippombashi (Osaka)190JPY
    Total430JPY

    Tour Report by Kaeko

    Thank you very much for choosing JGA experience, and please allow me to briefly introduce myself. I’m Kaeko Tanigawa, your tour guide, and I have been showing tourists from abroad around mainly in Kyoto, Nara and Osaka areas. Every year I’ve guided my guests through those areas for over 80 times. I always try to do my best to help my guests explore and enjoy our unique and attractive locations, and I’ve been lucky enough to receive so many 5-star reviews from the guests I hosted. I’d like to help make your visit to Japan one of the most wonderful memories in your life. I’m really looking forward to seeing you soon. Thank you very much.

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    Jul 25, 2026
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    Family Fun Day in Kyoto with young children
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  • Kyoto: Kinkaku-ji visit & Nijo Castle visit

    Kyoto: Kinkaku-ji visit & Nijo Castle visit

    Kyoto Early Morning Customized Tour with Licensed Guide

    July, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 7:00 Hotel Meet (@BnA Alter Museum)
    • 7:00-7:30 Travel (Hankyu Railway; Kyoto-kawaramachi → Arashiyama)
    • 7:30-8:30 Arashiyama walk (Togetsukyo Bridge, Kameyama Park, Bamboo Grove, Nonomiya Shrine)
    • 8:30-9:20 Travel (Keifuku Railway; Arashiyama → Kitano-hakubaicho, City Bus; Kitano-hakubaicho → Kinkakuji-michi)
    • 9:20-10:00 Kinkaku-ji visit
    • 10:00-10:20 Travel (City Bus; Kinkakuji-michi → Nijojo-mae)
    • 10:20-11:00 Nijo Castle visit
    • 11:00 Tour ends. Said goodbye to the guests at Nijo Castle

    What Is a 4-Hour Private Kyoto Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, and Nijo Castle The guests were a group visiting from North America. It was their first time in Japan. Although it was a short 4-hour tour, I took them to Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, and Nijo Castle. The schedule was quite tight, but thanks to the rainy weather the sites were fairly empty, so the tour went quite smoothly. The guests were also understanding, and we proceeded with a slightly faster walking pace. Even the younger members of the group had no particular trouble keeping up. The bamboo grove and Nijo Castle seemed to be especially popular with them. They were also delighted to receive a goshuin (temple seal) at Kinkaku-ji.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainKyoto-kawaramachi～Arashiyama (Hankyu Line)240JPY
    Section 2TrainArashiyama (Keifuku Line)～Kitano-hakubaicho250JPY
    Section 3BusKitano-hakubaicho～Kinkakuji-michi / Kyoto City Bus230JPY
    Section 4BusKinkakuji-michi / Kyoto City Bus～Nijojo-mae230JPY
    Total950JPY

    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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    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
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  • Nagoya Customized Half-Day Tour

    Nagoya Customized Half-Day Tour

    Nagoya Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    July, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. Meet @ Hilton Nagoya lobby 9:00
    • 2. Move to Nagoya Castle and view the Honmaru Palace and the area around the castle keep 9:00-10:40・・Move to Nagoya Castle by subway
    • 3. Move to Atsuta Shrine and view the area around the main shrine, the Treasure Hall, and the Kusanagi-kan 10:40-12:15・・Move to Sakae by taxi, then move from Sakae to Atsuta Shrine by subway
    • 4. Move to Mirai Tower (Sakae) and view the area around the tower 12:15-12:40・・Move to Mirai Tower by subway
    • 5. Move to Hilton Nagoya (Fushimi) and disband at the hotel lobby 12:40-13:00・・Move to Hilton Nagoya by subway

    What's a Private Nagoya Tour Focused on History Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Nagoya Castle and Atsuta Shrine The guests were a group visiting from North America. Beforehand, I had learned that they were interested in Japan's ancient history and had specifically requested that Nagoya Castle and Atsuta Shrine be included in the itinerary. Accordingly, I first guided them through Nagoya Castle and Atsuta Shrine in sequence, and with the remaining time, I showed them the area around the Mirai Tower in Sakae. At both Nagoya Castle and Atsuta Shrine, I took ample time to carefully explain the historical background of each site's founding, which the guests greatly appreciated. At Atsuta Shrine in particular, they were very pleased when I explained the flow of Japan's various historical eras while looking at a panel describing the 1,900 years of history since its founding, and when I translated and explained the Japanese narration of a movie at the Kusanagi-kan while they watched. It was a valuable opportunity to guide guests with such a strong interest in Japanese history.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayFushimi (Aichi)～Nagoya Castle210JPY
    Section 2SubwaySakae (Aichi)～Atsuta Jingu Nishi240JPY
    Section 3SubwayAtsuta Jingu Nishi～Sakae (Aichi)240JPY
    Section 4SubwaySakae (Aichi)～Fushimi (Aichi)210JPY
    Total900JPY

    Tour Report by Todd

    Hello, guests of JGA tours, I’m Takao (Todd) Miura, a national licensed guide of Japan.
    I have experiences as a professional guide over 5 years. The themes in which I’m well versed include castles, Japaneses landscape gardens, museums, festivals, and traditinal Japanese arts and crafts.
    Nagoya City and Aichi Prefecture, where I live, have many attractive sites to visit. I would like to introduce you to the most popular sites and spots in this area.
    I really wish to have a very nice time with you as a guide of your tour in Nagoya and Aichi Prefecture.

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    The Nagoya walking tour was great!
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  • Kanazawa Customized Half-Day Tour

    Kanazawa Customized Half-Day Tour

    Kanazawa Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    July, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 Meet at the hotel, head to Omicho Market and take a stroll.
    • 9:20 Take a route bus toward the Ninja Temple. Made a reservation for 10:00 while on the bus.
    • 9:40 Arrived at the Ninja Temple. While waiting until our name was called at 9:50, I gave guidance outside the Ninja Temple about its history and its relationship with the Maeda family.
    • 10:00 Toured the Ninja Temple. Since the guide inside could not speak English, I accompanied them until the instruction time ended, and after they received a file with English guidance and photos and the tour began, I waited outside.
    • 10:45 At Sakami Tea Shop near the Ninja Temple, they shopped for matcha and sencha.
    • 11:05 Entered Hana no Yado in Nishi Chaya District, enjoyed matcha and local sweets, and toured the tea house. The owner only allows customers brought by local guides to visit.
    • 11:35 Toured the Nishi Chaya District Museum.
    • 11:55 Took the Kanazawa Flat Bus toward the Nagamachi Samurai District.
    • 12:10 Toured the Nomura Family Residence. Afterward, we strolled through the streets behind the Nomura Residence, and the customers purchased Kutani ware and a bag made from obi fabric.
    • 13:05 Took a route bus toward Musashigatsuji.
    • 13:15 Arrived at Omicho Market. At the customers' request, at the place we had seen in the morning, they found and purchased their favorite lunch of sushi and sashimi.
    • 13:30 As the customers headed back from Omicho Market to their hotel near the market, I said goodbye and ended the tour.

    What Can You See on a Private Day Tour of Kanazawa? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visiting Japan for the first time from North America. They were interested in Japanese history, culture, and food. They had arrived in Kanazawa from Kyoto in the afternoon two days earlier. Staying at a hotel near Omicho Market, they had already visited Kenrokuen Garden, Kanazawa Castle Park, and the Higashi Chaya District. Today they requested the Ninja Temple, the Nagamachi Samurai District, the Nomura Family Residence, and Omicho Market. Having watched "Shogun" back home, they were very interested in the stories of the Kaga Domain and the Tokugawa family during the Edo period. Since I gave an overview of the Ninja Temple before the visit, they said the tour of the Ninja Temple was very interesting. They were also amazed by the beauty of the garden at the Nomura Family Residence and the splendid koi of various colors, and took many photos. For this afternoon, they said they would eat sashimi and sushi bought at Omicho Market at their hotel near the market, and then head to the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1OtherKanazawa Station／Hokuriku Railroad Bus～Hirokoji (Kanazawa City)／Hokuriku Railroad Bus800JPY
    Total800JPY

    Tour Report by Masayo

    Hello.
    My name is Masayo Shirai.
    I have been a national licensed tour guide of English since April in 2014.
    I was born. raised, and still living near the Higashi Chaya District in Kanazawa.
    I have guided lots of foreign guests in my hometown Kanazawa, Gokayama, Shirakawago, Takaymam, Kaga, Fukui, and Toyama.
    I have guided FIT, highend FIT, group tour, and bus tours.
    I have been learning tea cemoney, flower arrangement, and noh performance of noh chanting and playing the hand drum.
    I can take you to the experience spot of such traditional cultural spots in my hometown, Kanazawa,

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    A day in Kanazawa with Masayo!
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  • Kyoto: Kinkaku-ji sightseeing

    Kyoto: Kinkaku-ji sightseeing

    Kyoto Customized Full-Day Private Tour with Licensed Guide

    July, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:12 Meet at the Shinkansen platform (the customer had booked the wrong ticket and arrived in Kyoto 12 minutes late for the 9:00 meeting time)
    • 9:12-10:00 Travel (subway; Kyoto Station → Shijo, Hankyu train; Karasuma → Arashiyama)
    • 10:00-11:30 Arashiyama walk & sightseeing (Togetsukyo Bridge, Tenryu-ji Garden [Sogenchi Garden, Hyakka-en], Bamboo Grove, Nonomiya Shrine, Kimono Forest)
    • 11:30-12:10 Travel (Keifuku train; Arashiyama → Kitano-Hakubaicho, city bus; Kitano-Hakubaicho → Wara-Tenjin-mae)
    • 12:10-12:50 Lunch (@ Washoku Joy)
    • 13:00-13:50 Kinkaku-ji sightseeing
    • 13:50-15:00 Travel (city bus; Kinkaku-ji-michi → Ginkaku-ji-michi)
    • 15:00-16:00 Ginkaku-ji sightseeing (including 10 minutes at the Philosopher's Path)
    • 16:00-17:00 Travel (city bus; Ginkaku-ji-michi → Kyoto Station)
    • 17:00 Tour ended in front of the Shinkansen ticket office at Kyoto Station
    • Said goodbye to the customer at Kyoto Station

    Title: What Is a Private 8-Hour Kyoto Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, and Ginkaku-ji The guests were a group visiting from North America. Some of the group had been to Japan many times and had also visited Kyoto on several occasions, while this was a first visit to Japan and Kyoto for others in the group. We had arranged to meet at the Shinkansen platform at 9:00, but the guests had mistakenly bought the wrong ticket and arrived in Kyoto 12 minutes late. In addition, one of the guests had lost their Shinkansen ticket, so I explained the situation at the ticket gate, and we were fortunately able to exit without any additional payment. It was truly a stroke of luck. Since it was an 8-hour tour, we made up for this lost time during the rest of the itinerary. I took them to Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji, and Ginkaku-ji. As some of the group had visited Japan many times, they wished to see both Kinkaku-ji and Ginkaku-ji, hoping to compare the historical background and cultural significance of each temple. After the visits, opinions within the group were divided, with some preferring Ginkaku-ji and others preferring Kinkaku-ji.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayKyoto～Shijo (Kyoto Municipal)220JPY
    Section 2TrainKarasuma～Arashiyama (Hankyu Line)240JPY
    Section 3TrainArashiyama (Keifuku Line)～Kitano-Hakubaicho250JPY
    Section 4BusKitano-Hakubaicho～Wara-Tenjin-mae / Kyoto Municipal Bus230JPY
    Section 5BusKinkaku-ji-michi / Kyoto Municipal Bus～Ginkaku-ji-michi / Kyoto Municipal Bus230JPY
    Section 6BusGinkaku-ji-michi / Kyoto Bus～Kyoto Station / Keihan Bus230JPY
    Total1,400JPY

    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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  • Kyoto in Half a Day: Nijo Castle & Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine

    Kyoto in Half a Day: Nijo Castle & Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine

    Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    July, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 13:12 Meet at the Kyoto Station Shinkansen platform
    • 13:50 Nijo Castle
    • 15:10 Kinkaku-ji Temple
    • 16:40 Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
    • 17:30 Disband at Kyoto Station

    What's a Rainy-Day Private Kyoto Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Nijo Castle, Kinkaku-ji, and Fushimi Inari Today's guests were a group visiting from North America. They came from Tokyo by bullet train. Although it was a lightly rainy day, nowhere was very crowded, so we were able to enjoy everything at a relaxed pace. Even at Nijo Castle, which is usually crowded with tour groups, I was able to give explanations without rushing. Kinkaku-ji was also not very crowded, and the guests were happy to take photos from good spots. The lotus flowers were also very beautiful. After that, we went to Fushimi Inari Taisha. On rainy days the Senbon Torii can become congested and come to a standstill, but today the flow of people was smooth and the guests enjoyed it very much. At Kyoto Station, they confirmed the bullet train platform, and since they wanted to do some shopping, I introduced them to a department store before we parted ways. I believe they enjoyed the day very much.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1OtherKyoto～Kyoto150JPY
    Section 2SubwayKyoto～Nijojo-mae260JPY
    Section 3BusNijojo-mae／Kyoto City Bus～Kinkakuji-michi／Kyoto City Bus230JPY
    Section 4BusKinkakuji-michi／Kyoto City Bus～Kitaoji Bus Terminal (Subway Kitaoji Station)／Kyoto City Bus230JPY
    Section 5SubwayKitaoji～Kyoto260JPY
    Section 6TrainKyoto～Inari150JPY
    Section 7TrainInari～Kyoto150JPY
    Total1,430JPY

    Tour Report by Kaeko

    Thank you very much for choosing JGA experience, and please allow me to briefly introduce myself. I’m Kaeko Tanigawa, your tour guide, and I have been showing tourists from abroad around mainly in Kyoto, Nara and Osaka areas. Every year I’ve guided my guests through those areas for over 80 times. I always try to do my best to help my guests explore and enjoy our unique and attractive locations, and I’ve been lucky enough to receive so many 5-star reviews from the guests I hosted. I’d like to help make your visit to Japan one of the most wonderful memories in your life. I’m really looking forward to seeing you soon. Thank you very much.

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    Jul 25, 2026
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    Family Fun Day in Kyoto with young children
    Kaeko Tanigawa was fantastic at helping us create…

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    Kyoto Private Tour
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    Jul 12, 2026
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  • Gifu in Half a Day: @Hida Folk Village Tour

    Gifu in Half a Day: @Hida Folk Village Tour

    Takayama Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    July, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:30 @Hotel Meet up with guests
    • 9:00-10:00 @Takayama Jinya Enter and tour
    • 10:15-10:30 @Sanmachi-suji Tour the old townscape
    • 11:00-12:10 @Hida Folk Village Tour
    • 12:30 @Return to Takayama Station and end the tour

    What Is a Private Family Tour of Takayama and Hida Folk Village Like? A Licensed Guide's Report I guided a group of guests. One of the guests in particular had a strong interest in Japan and asked many questions about history, religion, craftsmanship, and industry. The rest of the group also listened with great interest, and we were able to complete the tour very smoothly. In the latter half of the tour at Hida Folk Village, one of the guests seemed tired and went to a rest area for a while, but returned when it was time to head back. I checked with the group about whether it was fine to continue the tour before proceeding. Regarding meals, one guest was vegetarian. The guests mentioned that they would be visiting Sapporo toward the end of their trip, and said they were considering joining a tour there as well.

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    Tour Report by MIZU

    Hello! I am Mizuka Mori, a Local Government-certified guide in Takayama. You can call me MIZU.

    I grew up in Tokyo but fell in love with Takayama and decided to be a tour guide in 2025.
    Join my tour to discover the history, culture and the beautiful nature of Hida region, including Takayama old town district and one of the World Heritage Site Shirakawa-Go. I will make sure that you have unique and authentic experience during your stay in Japan. Plan your own tour itinerary up to your preferences with me to make your day an unforgettable one!

    Nice to meet you and I am pretty much looking forward to seeing you in person.
    Mizuka

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  • Tokyo in Half a Day: Prince Gallery Tokyo Kioicho & Tour Finished

    Tokyo in Half a Day: Prince Gallery Tokyo Kioicho & Tour Finished

    Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    June, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 09:30 Prince Gallery Tokyo Kioicho
    • 10:15 Imperial Palace
    • 11:10 Otemachi, Purchasing Pasmos
    • 11:37 Nihombashi
    • 12:15 Asakusa
    • 13:15 Lunch Bristol-Myers
    • 13:50 Tour Finished

    Title: What Is a Private Walking Tour of Asakusa and Nakamise Like? A Licensed Guide's Report Body: [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) is one of Japan's largest networks of government-licensed, English-speaking private tour guides, serving all 47 prefectures. Winner of Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Best of the Best. Not affiliated with the Japan Guide Association. During the private tour, we had a wide-ranging conversation on a variety of topics. We talked about minimum wages, noting that the national minimum is $7.25, while it is higher in certain cities and regions, and that the amounts depend on the location. The guests mentioned that they had previously traveled to other destinations in Asia and were planning to visit another destination in Asia the following year. We discussed how there are very few trash cans on the streets, and the guests remarked that this helped them understand why everywhere is so clean. We also talked about family names, and how names can be passed down through generations, with certain surnames being especially common in Europe. One of the guests asked me a thoughtful question about Japan's concerns regarding its declining birthrate, which led to an interesting exchange. We touched on the guests' interests and backgrounds, and I shared explanations about Japanese culture in response to their curiosity. We also talked about cooking and food, as well as wine, including imported wine from Europe. The guests also noted that stone quarries, including limestone, can be found in their home region as well. The guests kindly invited me to have lunch together. Afterward, they expressed a wish to return and explore the Nakamise shopping street once more, so we headed back and then said our goodbyes.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayAkasaka-mitsuke～Otemachi (Tokyo)180JPY
    Section 2SubwayOtemachi (Tokyo)～Asakusa180JPY
    Total360JPY

    Tour Report by Hideaki

    Hello, welcome to Japan you all.

    I’m a resident of Ebina, Kanagawa, and am a national government licensed guide and interpreter.
    I enjoy showing travelers both the new and old of central Honshu, primarily Tokyo and Kanagawa, ranging from Meiji Shrine, Edo Castle, Tsukiji Outer Market, Ueno, Asakusa, Ginza, Ginza Sky Farmstead, Shibuya Zebra Crossings, Yokohama, Kamakura, to Hakone, not to mention Mt. Fuji, and sharing views with my guests on Japanese homes and their surroundings, Japan’s labor productivity and labor market, among others.

    I also enjoy introducing travelers to Japanese culture through home visits with Japanese families, touring Zen temples, and explaining the intricacies of Japanese culture.

    I am happy to arrange personalized tours to other places of your interest.
    I am making the most of my long experience as a foreign language education service, escorting VIPs at the Sony showroom in Ginza, Tokyo.
    I also offer services to help families and individuals relocating to Japan with immigration VISA applications.

    My hobbies are movies, strolling along the river in my neighborhood and am a novice at la lingua Italiano.
    Let’s enjoy touring together, shall we?

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    Jul 16, 2026
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  • Kanazawa Local Food & Tea Culture Tour

    Kanazawa Local Food & Tea Culture Tour

    Kanazawa Local Food & Tea Culture Tour with Licensed Guide

    July, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • AM 09:00 Tour starts from the hotel
    • Travel by foot to Kenrokuen, passing through the 21st Century Museum on the way
    • AM 09:45 -10:15 Tea experience at Shigure-tei
    • AM 10:15-10:45 Kenrokuen tour
    • Travel by foot to Morihachi main store
    • AM 11:00-11:30 Kanazawa Kashi Kigata Museum tour and shopping
    • Travel by foot to Higashi Chaya District, passing through Kazuemachi Chaya District
    • PM 12:00- 13:15 Higashi Chaya District, Shima and Hakuichi gold leaf ice cream, Utasu Shrine tour
    • Travel by foot to Omicho Market
    • PM 13:30-14:00 Rock oysters at Omicho Market
    • Travel by foot to Oyama Shrine and Gyokusen-in Garden, then guide to the lunch spot at Korinbo Daiwa and end the tour PM 14:40

    Title: What Is a Full-Day Private Kanazawa Food and Tea Culture Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from Europe. This was a Kanazawa Food & Tea Culture Full-Day Private Tour, and I conducted it following the planned course. Although the guests had visited Kenrokuen Garden a few days earlier, we walked through the garden again after tea, and I explained the key highlights along the way, which they enjoyed even more. As the guests were not particularly interested in the Ohi Pottery Museum, we skipped it and went straight to the tea house district. At Hakuichi, they purchased gold-leaf ice cream and Kutani ware. At Omicho Market, most shops were closed as it was a Wednesday, but at a few shops that were open, the guests enjoyed rock oysters.

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    Tour Report by YOSHI

    Hello , My name is Hideharu Yoshino . Just call me” Yoshi” .
    I have been involved with many foreign Business partners through my business life for 38 years ,
    Based on my work experience , I would like to try my best to make you comfortale and Happy fruitful times during your stay in Japan .
    Not only giving you basic tourist information about famous sightseeing spot , also I would enjoy to give you the back ground inofrmation in my word.
    ” Once in a lifetime encounter ” Let’s enjoy with me Miracle time to be picked up from 6 billion in somewhere Japan!

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    Jul 25, 2026
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    We, a…

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    Jul 11, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Kanazawa Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
    Rigtig god guidet tur
    Rigtig god oplevelse og gode forklaringer

    とても良いガイドツアーでした。
    とても良い体験でした。説明も分かりやすく、とても良かったです。