Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

February, 2026

Tour Itinerary

8:50 Hotel meet-up　9:20 Sanjusangendo　10:30 Kiyomizu-dera Temple　11:30 Lunch (Japanese cuisine) 12:10 Sannei-zaka, Yasaka Pagoda, Ninen-zaka, Ishibei-koji　13:00 Yasaka Shrine
13:20 Gion (Hanamikoji, Tatsumi Shrine, Shirakawa)　14:10 Nijo Castle　　15:00 Tour ends

Title: What's a Private One-Day Kyoto Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report This tour was a substitute assignment, as the guide originally assigned had fallen ill. There was no communication at all from the agency involved in between, so both the guests and I approached the day with some concern. However, there turned out to be nothing to worry about. When I arrived at the Hotel, the guests were waiting on a bench at the entrance. They were both friendly and easygoing, which was a great relief. The guests were visiting Japan for the first time from Oceania. They had no trouble walking and no dietary restrictions, so they were easy guests to guide. Although the tour took place with some wind and occasional light rain, they enjoyed it energetically. The previous guide's itinerary covered the Higashiyama area plus Nijo Castle, which involved quite a lot of walking, but I found it to be an interesting course. We took a taxi from Sanjusangendo to Kiyomizu-dera. The photo was taken at an eatery along the approach to Kiyomizu-dera.

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Transportation cost per person

No.	Transportation	Route	Fare
Section 1	Bus	Higashiyama Sanjo (Subway Higashiyama Station)／Kyoto City Bus～Higashiyama Shichijo／Kyoto City Bus	230JPY
Section 2	Subway	Higashiyama (Kyoto Prefecture)～Nijojo-mae	220JPY
Total			450JPY

Tour Report by KAZU

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.

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Osaka in Half a Day: Shitennoji Temple & Kuromon Market

Osaka Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

February, 2026

Tour Itinerary

08:30 Meet @ Hotel
09:00 @ Shitennoji Temple
10:15 @ Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine
11:45 @ Kuromon Market
12:30 Disband @ Kuromon Market

What Is a Private Osaka Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Shitennoji, Sumiyoshi Taisha, and Kuromon Market The guests were from North America, and everything went smoothly throughout the day. They showed great interest at each spot and listened attentively to the guide's explanations. When moving from Shitennoji to Sumiyoshi Taisha, we used the Hankai Line, a streetcar that has become rare in major cities today, which the guests enjoyed. At Sumiyoshi Taisha, the ring-entering ceremony of the two grand champions for the grand sumo tournament starting on the 8th of next month was scheduled to take place, so by around noon when we were leaving, entry had become restricted. (Incidentally, Sumiyoshi Taisha is said to be the birthplace of grand sumo, and every year during the Osaka tournament it serves as the lodging for the Tatsunami stable, to which yokozuna Hoshoryu belongs.) The guests picked up the popular "Godairiki" pebbles and also purchased small amulet pouches. At Kuromon Market, as the guests were a little hungry and wished to have udon, I guided them to a local udon shop, where we parted ways. I presented handmade drawstring pouches made by my sister, which the guests were delighted to receive.

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Transportation cost per person

No.	Transportation	Route	Fare
Section 1	Subway	Temmabashi～Shitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka	240JPY
Section 2	Train	Tennoji～Sumiyoshi Taisha	240JPY
Section 3	Train	Sumiyoshi Taisha～Osaka Namba	240JPY
Total			720JPY

Tour Report by Yama

Dear my guests,

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Tokyo Customized Full-Day Private Tour

Tokyo Customized Full-Day Private Tour with Licensed Guide

February, 2026

Tour Itinerary

1. 09:30 Meet at Pullman Tokyo Tamachi
2. 10:00 Tsukiji Outer Market
3. 10:50 Hamarikyu Gardens
4. 12:40 Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine, Fukagawa Fudodo Temple
5. 13:30 Fukagawa Edo Museum
6. 14:45 Nezu Shrine, Yanaka Ginza
7. 16:20 Tokyo Tower
8. 16:30 Disband at Tokyo Tower

What Can You See on a Private Tokyo Tour After the Main Sights? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests came from Europe, and since they had already visited the main sightseeing spots in Tokyo by the previous day, I guided them to places they had not yet been. They also asked me to rely as little as possible on SUICA and to focus mainly on areas reachable with a one-day subway pass, since they were returning home the next day. Because of this somewhat challenging request, we had to give up on the planned visit to Shibamata Taishakuten. I guided them to a variety of places, but they did not show particular interest in any specific spot, and I was unable to tell what they were most interested in throughout the tour. The tour also proceeded without lunch, which made it demanding for me as a guide. In the end, I took them to Tokyo Tower, and at their request to finish the tour one hour earlier than scheduled, we ended there. The weather was fine that day, and I believe the guests enjoyed the tour.

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Transportation cost per person

No.	Transportation	Route	Fare
Section 1	Subway	Mita (Tokyo)～Tsukijishijo	180JPY
Section 2	Subway	Shiodome～Monzen-nakacho	180JPY
Section 3	Subway	Monzen-nakacho～Kiyosumi-shirakawa	180JPY
Section 4	Subway	Kiyosumi-shirakawa～Nezu	210JPY
Section 5	Train	Nippori～Onarimon	360JPY
Total			1,110JPY

Tour Report by Nobu

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

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Tokyo in Half a Day: 00@Asakusa

Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

February, 2026

Tour Itinerary

1.11:00 Meet up @Hotel Nishishinjuku
2.12:00@ Nezu Shrine
3:13:00@Asakusa
4.13:40 Break @Tully's Asakusa
5.14:40@Shibuya Crossing
6.15:00 Disband @Shibuya

What's a Private Day Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Nezu Shrine, Asakusa, and Shibuya The guests were a group visiting from North America along with friends from Asia, and some of them were visiting Japan for the first time. Some had come to Japan to take part in the Tokyo Marathon. Since one of the guests had difficulty walking, we used escalators and elevators as much as possible throughout the day. The guests were amazed at how clean the subway was. At the guests' request, we first visited Nezu Shrine, which they said was very beautiful. They took photos at the row of torii gates. We then took a taxi to Asakusa, where we first went up to the observation deck of the information center to take in the overall view, and afterward visited Senso-ji Temple, the Nakamise shopping street, the five-story pagoda, and the main hall. The guests found the buildings very beautiful and enjoyed taking photos with the early-blooming cherry blossoms. After a short break at a coffee shop, we moved on to Shibuya, where they experienced Hachiko and the Shibuya Crossing. As the guests planned to return to their hotel individually by taxi, we saw them into taxis in front of the station and ended the tour.

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Transportation cost per person

No.	Transportation	Route	Fare
Section 1	Train	Nishishinjuku～Nezu	260JPY
Section 2	Train	Asakusa～Shibuya	260JPY
Total			520JPY

Tour Report by FUMIKO

Hello, I am Fumiko, an English-speaking Tourist Guide. I have been guiding foreign visitors science 2016. Please let me know your bucket lists whiles you are staying in Japan and what you are interested in. I will make the best plan for you. This is an once in a lifetime experience for you. As for myself, I love traveling, meeting people, eating local food, drinking, history, and art. I am learning Ikebana, traditional Japanese-style flower arrangement, and tea ceremony. I also love sports, especially tennis. I like children, so I can teach them some origami, folding paper. I am looking forward to hearing from you and seeing you in Japan.

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Tochigi in One Day: Toshogu & Kanmangafuchi Abyss

Nikko Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

February, 2026

Tour Itinerary

09:00　 Meet at JR Nikko Station
09:15　 Taxi to Toshogu
09:30~11:15　Sightseeing at Toshogu
11:30~12:30　Lunch
12:45~13:10　Sightseeing at Taiyuin
13:25~14:00　Sightseeing at Tamozawa Imperial Villa
14:15~14:45　Sightseeing at Kanmangafuchi Abyss
15:00　　　 Disband at JR Nikko Station

What Is a Private Nikko Day Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were friendly and approachable people. They said they were happy to leave the Nikko tour largely up to me, and mentioned they would like to see quiet, hidden scenic spots. For this reason, after guiding them through Toshogu Shrine and Taiyuin, I took them to the Tamozawa Imperial Villa and Kanmangafuchi Abyss. Since they were interested in history and culture, I did my best to share stories about history and culture in an enjoyable way. For lunch, I took them to a wonderful restaurant matching their interests, where traditional Japanese and Western architecture were beautifully blended. The guests were both strong walkers with a keen intellectual curiosity, and they listened attentively to my explanations. They told me many times that they were very satisfied not only with the restaurant but also with the sightseeing spots and the explanations. I am sure the guests were very pleased.

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Tour Report by Taka

I am a licensed guide based in the Nikko area of Tochigi Prefecture, with a passion for sharing the depth and beauty of this remarkable region.
In particular, I take great pride in introducing the magnificent World Heritage area, home to Toshogu Shrine, Futarasan Shrine, Rinnoji Temple, and the iconic Shinkyo Bridge. The rich history, spiritual atmosphere, and masterful craftsmanship found there are truly inspiring.
But Nikko has much more to offer beyond the World Heritage zone. The region is uniquely spread across three different elevation zones: the central town area, the Lake Chuzenji area at higher altitude, and the remote Yumoto Onsen area in the mountains. Each of these areas offers a different charm—from historic sites and sacred spaces to scenic lakes, waterfalls, and hot springs.
However, due to the area’s wide geography, limited public transit options, and seasonal congestion, even navigating efficiently within a single area can be challenging without local knowledge.
That’s why local expertise is essential. With in-depth knowledge of Nikko’s layout, transportation network, and crowd patterns, I help my guests make the most of their time, while focusing on the area that suits their interests best.
I don’t just recite what’s written in guidebooks—I offer deeper insights rooted in Japanese history, religion, and culture. From the legacy of Tokugawa Ieyasu to the spiritual symbolism behind shrine architecture, I aim to provide meaningful and memorable experiences.
If you’re looking to discover the real Nikko, from its iconic landmarks to hidden gems, I’d be honored to guide you.

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Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

February, 2026

Tour Itinerary

8:30 Meet at Kyoto Station　8:50 Fushimi Inari　10:30 Arashiyama Bamboo Grove　11:45 Kinkaku-ji　12:45 Lunch (Sushi)　13:45 Kyoto Imperial Palace　15:00 Guide to Kyoto Station and end of tour

Title: What Is a Private Day Tour of Kyoto Like from Tokyo? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting Japan for the first time from North America. They took an early train from Tokyo and arrived at Kyoto Station by Shinkansen. Everyone in the group was cheerful, and there were many jokes shared along the way, so at times it was hard to tell how seriously to respond. They mentioned that Japanese cars are commonly used in their area as well, and they remarked on how clean Japan is. Before the tour, I had communicated with one of the guests via a messaging app. We visited four classic sightseeing spots in Kyoto, and at every location the guests were impressed, amazed, and thoroughly enjoyed themselves. The photo was taken at the bamboo grove in Arashiyama.

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Transportation cost per person

No.	Transportation	Route	Fare
Section 1	Train	Kyoto～Inari	150JPY
Section 2	Train	Inari～Saga-Arashiyama	240JPY
Section 3	Train	Saga-Arashiyama～Emmachi	180JPY
Section 4	Bus	Emmachi～Kinkaku-ji-michi / Kyoto City Bus	230JPY
Section 5	Other	Waratenjin-mae～Karasuma-Imadegawa	230JPY
Section 6	Subway	Imadegawa～Kyoto	260JPY
Total			1,290JPY

Tour Report by KAZU

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.

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Tokyo: Tsukiji

Toyosu Tuna Auction & Tsukiji Local Food Tour, Licensed Guide

February, 2026

Tour Itinerary

05:00 Meet at the main gate of Toyosu Market
05:00-05:30 Explanation in advance of related information such as tuna catching methods, how the auction proceeds, collection methods, and the roles of primary wholesalers and intermediate wholesalers
05:30-06:00 Observe the tuna auction
06:00-07:00 Sushi breakfast at a sushi restaurant inside Toyosu Market
07:00-07:15 Move to Tsukiji
07:15-08:00 Stroll around the Tsukiji inner market
08:00 Disband at Tsukiji

Title: What Is a Private Tuna Auction and Tsukiji Tour Like in Tokyo? A Licensed Guide's Report 1. The day's tour and the guests' reactions The guests were visitors from North America. They had been very much looking forward to seeing the tuna auction. When I explained that the auction is conducted simultaneously by several major wholesalers competing against one another, the guests were delighted, saying, "So the auction isn't only a contest between sellers and buyers, but also a battle among the auctioneers themselves — that's fascinating, and we could never have understood it to that depth without a guide." After the auction, at a sushi restaurant we enjoyed a full course of tuna, and the guests savored the differences in flavor among the various cuts. They seemed to especially like the marinated tuna (zuke). After the sushi, they said they wanted to have coffee, so I guided them to Yonemoto Coffee in the Tsukiji Outer Market. When I mentioned that this was a place John Lennon loved, they took many photos while the coffee was being prepared. They said they were full from the sushi, so for about an hour we strolled through the Outer Market as I introduced some recommended shops, and the guests planned to return at their leisure after the tour. 2. Other impressions and notes Today's viewing spot was packed with tourists. As the cherry blossom season approaches, I expect the crowds to grow even larger, so I thought that, if possible, I would discuss with guests meeting at Toyosu Market to secure a slightly better spot.

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Transportation cost per person

No.	Transportation	Route	Fare
Section 1	Bus	Toyosu Market／Toei Bus～Tsukiji 6-chome／Toei Bus	210JPY
Total			210JPY

Tour Report by Toru

Hello, I am Toru, a certified National Guide. I have been guiding since 2017, primarily in the Tokyo area, which includes Hakone, Kamakura, and Yokohama. To make your stay in Japan unforgettable, I always discuss a tour plan with my guests via email before their arrival. Please share your preferences, including the places you’d like to visit and the experiences you’d like to try during your stay in Tokyo. If this is your first visit to Japan, I’m excited to help make your time in Tokyo even more enjoyable by suggesting sample itineraries and offering travel tips.

For more information about me, please visit my profile site.
https://japan-cultural-traditional-experience.com/hello-welcome-to-japan/
For your reference, please feel free to visit my blog, which features popular sightseeing spots and interesting experiences.
https://japan-cultural-traditional-experience.com/

I look forward to meeting you soon!

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Kyoto in One Day: Kiyomizu-dera & Kinkaku-ji

Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

February, 2026

Tour Itinerary

9:30 Meet at Hotel KYOTO TAKASEGAWA BY HULIC
9:50 Yasaka Pagoda ~ Yasaka Koshindo ~ Sannenzaka
10:10 Kiyomizu-dera
11:00 Sannenzaka ~ Yasui Konpiragu ~ Gion Hanamikoji
11:30 Yasaka Shrine
12:00 Gion Shirakawa Street
12:15 Lunch at Gonbei
12:45 Pontocho Street
13:00 Nishiki Market
13:40 Nijo Castle
15:00 Kinkaku-ji
15:35 Disband at the entrance of Kinkaku-ji

Title: What's a Private One-Day Kyoto Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Kiyomizu-dera, Nijo Castle, and Kinkaku-ji Today I guided a guest visiting from North America. The guest had come to Tokyo for travel and was visiting both Tokyo and Kyoto. We were able to visit all the places the guest had hoped to see, and I believe the guest was satisfied. The weather today was warm and cloudy, making it very comfortable, and nowhere was particularly crowded, so it was a perfect day for sightseeing. Kiyomizu-dera, Nijo Castle, and Kinkaku-ji, which are usually extremely busy, were surprisingly quiet, so we were able to enjoy them at a relaxed pace. The guest had a strong interest in Japanese history and was very knowledgeable about it. I believe the guest was pleased.

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Transportation cost per person

No.	Transportation	Route	Fare
Section 1	Bus	Shijo Kawaramachi / Kyoto City Bus～Kiyomizu-michi / Kyoto City Bus	230JPY
Section 2	Bus	Shijo Takakura / Kyoto City Bus～Nijojo-mae / Kyoto City Bus	230JPY
Section 3	Bus	Nijojo-mae / Kyoto City Bus～Kinkakuji-michi / Kyoto City Bus	230JPY
Total			690JPY

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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Tokyo: Tsukiji

Toyosu Tuna Auction & Tsukiji Local Food Tour, Licensed Guide

February, 2026

Tour Itinerary

05:00 Meet in front of the main gate of Toyosu Market
05:00-05:30 Explanation of related information in advance, such as tuna catching methods, how the auction proceeds, collection methods, and the roles of wholesalers and intermediate wholesalers
05:30-06:00 Watch the tuna auction
06:00-07:00 Sushi breakfast at a sushi restaurant inside Toyosu Market
07:00-07:15 Move to Tsukiji
07:15-08:00 Stroll around Tsukiji Inner Market
08:00 Disband at Tsukiji

Title: What Is a Private Toyosu Tuna Auction and Tsukiji Market Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report 1. The Tour and the Guests' Reactions The guests were visitors from Oceania. Before coming to Tokyo, they had enjoyed hot springs and skiing in Rusutsu, Hokkaido, and greeted me with warm smiles as they shared this. On this day, the tuna auction hall had a much larger number of fresh tuna than usual, and the amount of frozen tuna was also above average, so the wholesalers competed eagerly in the bidding, allowing the guests to enjoy a very lively auction. We played a game of spotting the hand signals of the intermediate wholesalers to figure out who was bidding the highest price, which was a lot of fun. After the auction, both guests ordered a "tuna feast" at a sushi restaurant and greatly enjoyed the differences in flavor by cut, as well as the differences created by preparation methods such as searing, rolls, and marinating. When I made a dog-shaped origami chopstick rest out of a chopstick wrapper right in front of them, the conversation turned to the beloved dog they had left at home, and we had a lively chat about our respective dogs. They carefully tucked the dog and crane origami into their passport to take home, which made me, as the one who made them, very happy. At Tsukiji, since they were full from the sushi at Toyosu, they first wished to explore the market itself. As they were interested in tableware and cooking utensils, I guided them to a tableware wholesaler and a Japanese knife shop. "Buying now would just be extra luggage, so I'll shop leisurely after the tour," they said, dropping pins on Google Maps so they wouldn't forget the locations. During a visit to an intermediate wholesaler's shop, the guests showed great interest in the wide variety and low prices of the shrimp, so with the guests' consent, I purchased four sashimi-grade shrimp and negotiated with the shop to allow us to take a few photos, which delighted the guests. (They were extremely delicious shrimp called "Saudi Star," and I happily enjoyed them with my family at home afterward.) 2. Other Impressions, Notes, and Requests They were a calm and gentle group, and talking with them made me smile too. As we reached the final week of February, the number of visitors coming to watch has increased more than ever. Because of this, competing for good viewing spots is becoming an issue. Some tours even had guides running with their guests, but I believe in prioritizing safety while helping the guests enjoy themselves.

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Transportation cost per person

No.	Transportation	Route	Fare
Section 1	Bus	Toyosu Market／Toei Bus～Tsukiji 6-chome／Toei Bus	210JPY
Total			210JPY

Tour Report by Toru

Hello, I am Toru, a certified National Guide. I have been guiding since 2017, primarily in the Tokyo area, which includes Hakone, Kamakura, and Yokohama. To make your stay in Japan unforgettable, I always discuss a tour plan with my guests via email before their arrival. Please share your preferences, including the places you’d like to visit and the experiences you’d like to try during your stay in Tokyo. If this is your first visit to Japan, I’m excited to help make your time in Tokyo even more enjoyable by suggesting sample itineraries and offering travel tips.

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Tokyo: Toyosu Market & Tsukiji Outer Market

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Tour Itinerary

5:00 Meet up @ Hotel
5:20 @ Toyosu Market
7:00 @ Tsukiji Outer Market
8:00 Disband @ Tsukiji

Title: What's a Private Tour of Toyosu Market and Tsukiji Outer Market Like in Tokyo? A Licensed Guide's Report I guided guests visiting Japan for the first time from North America around Toyosu Market and the Tsukiji Outer Market. The guests were very interested in watching the tuna auction at Toyosu Market. Although it was a cold morning with a bit of drizzle, they were delighted to see the lively atmosphere of the many shops lined up at the Tsukiji Outer Market. When they said they wanted some coffee, I introduced them to Yonemoto Coffee, a spot associated with John Lennon.

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Tour Report by Seky

Hi friends, I’m Seky, a tour guide in Tokyo, but I cover all over Japan, namely from Hokkaido to Kyushu. I have lived overseas for more than 15 years in total, such as US, UK, Singapore and others, and enjoyed local culture there. Back in Japan, I wish I could help travelers to Japan enjoy Japanese culture, and this is why I became a tour guide.
In Tokyo, my favorite places are Shibuya, Harajuku, Asakusa, and if you are interested in fish market, I’d love to take you to the world largest Tuna auction and/or if you are sports lovers, I’ll go to ball games (baseball) too.

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