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  • Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour

    Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour

    Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    February, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • ①　11:30　Meet at the hotel (Resol Kyoto Shijo Muromachi)
    • ②　11:35　Itinerary discussion & about the history of Kyoto
    • ③　12:20　Daitoku-ji Obai-in
    • ④　14:00　Kyoto Imperial Palace
    • ⑤　15:00　Sanjusangendo
    • ⑥　16.10　Disband at the hotel

    Title: What Is a Private Kyoto Day Tour with a Licensed Guide Like? A Guide's Report The reservation details listed a phone number from Oceania, but the guests were actually visiting from Europe, with one having relocated from Oceania. One of the guests worked as a professional photographer. Due to work, one of the guests had visited various parts of Japan many times in the past and mentioned a fondness for Asahi beer. For one of the guests, this was their first trip to Japan. Since one of the guests already had a fair amount of knowledge about Japanese history and enjoyed more in-depth explanations, I went into some detail—for example, why Tokugawa Yoshinobu returned political power to the Emperor, and the historical context behind it. They shared many interesting comments. What struck me as a particularly interesting perspective, perhaps due to a keen photographer's eye for observation, was the remark that each year inbound tourism increases, Japan's good old original landscapes are steadily disappearing, and more and more shops catering to inbound tourists are opening, which made them feel a little sad that the original scenery unique to Japan is gradually being lost. With that in mind, I decided to take them to a Zen temple's dry landscape garden, which is without a doubt a hidden gem, and they were delighted. There were hardly any other tourists, so the three of us had the magnificent dry landscape garden and pond-strolling garden all to ourselves. I had them enjoy about 5 to 10 minutes of seated Zen meditation, and I carefully explained the meaning of Zen meditation as well as the concept of wabi-sabi. It was also the season when Hina dolls are displayed, and a grand full set of Hina dolls was on display today, so I explained that as well. At the Kyoto Imperial Palace, we ended up mostly talking about topics not really related to the palace—Tokugawa Yoshinobu, Queen Elizabeth, the roots of the Japanese people, beer enjoyed in Europe, the shamisen, and Mongolian spots. When I explained that all the buildings within the Imperial Palace were dismantled during the air raids on the mainland in World War II and later restored after the war, they were surprised. We entered Sanjusangen-do just in the nick of time, so we were the very last visitors—meaning it was completely empty, and this was the first time even I had seen Sanjusangen-do with so few people. I gave a somewhat in-depth explanation about the Thousand-Armed Kannon Bodhisattva and the difference between a Nyorai and a Bodhisattva. Today was the birthday of one of the guests, so although we went a little over time, I offered it as a small present from me, and we parted ways at the hotel.

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    Tour Report by Kazu

    Hello, this is Kazu Akiyama, your tour guide. Nice to meet you and welcome to Japan. Thank you for joining me on the tour. Now I am a retired salaried worker, living in Osaka. I have been very much interested in not only learning Japanese history, culture, religion myself, but also talking about them (sometimes going off topics) in English with tourists from all over the world as well. I am so excited being with you as your guide on coming day! I am very much looking forward to you enjoying with me visiting the must-see places and some of the hidden gems. See you soon. Thank you – Kazu Akiyama

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    Jul 29, 2026
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    Jul 13, 2026
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    Kyoto highlights with Kazu.
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    Jul 12, 2026
    cgalvez73
    Fantastic tour guide
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    Jun 23, 2026
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    Highly recommended when in Kyoto
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  • Hiroshima: Hiroshima Peace Park & Museum

    Hiroshima: Hiroshima Peace Park & Museum

    Hiroshima Peace Park Customized Tour with Licensed Guide

    February, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:30 Meet at Hiroshima Station
    • 11:00 Hiroshima Peace Park
    • 12:00 Memorial Monument
    • 15:00 Museum
    • 14:30 Atomic Bomb Dome, dismissal

    Title: What Is a Private Hiroshima Peace Park Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report I guided a group visiting from Oceania. Their initial requests were to see the Peace Memorial Park, Hiroshima Castle, and Shukkeien Garden, but after discussion, they arrived earlier than originally planned. As the visit to the Atomic Bomb Museum progressed, the guests showed strong interest and spent more time viewing the exhibits than scheduled. When I confirmed their wishes, they requested a more detailed tour of the Peace Memorial Park, so I adjusted the itinerary. Although the early morning was chilly, it turned into a clear day that hinted at the arrival of spring.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusHiroshima～Atomic Bomb Dome240JPY
    Total240JPY

    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
    John_W
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    May 27, 2026
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    Hiroshima in a day
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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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  • Kyoto in 1 Day from Osaka: Customized Tour

    Kyoto in 1 Day from Osaka: Customized Tour

    Kyoto in 1 Day from Osaka: Customized Tour, Licensed Guide

    February, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:55 Meet at Osaka Port Tempozan Port Terminal　10:30 Kinkaku-ji　　11:45 Lunch　　13:00 Sanjusangendo　14:00 Higashiyama Area (Yasaka Pagoda, Ninenzaka, Ishibei-koji, Yasaka Shrine)　14:45 Gion　 17:05 Tour ends at Tempozan Port Terminal

    What Is a Private Kyoto Day Tour from Osaka Port Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests came to Japan from North America. On this day they visited Kyoto from Osaka Port. They were a cheerful group and walked with great energy throughout the day. The weather was fine, the cold had eased, and there were relatively few tourists, making it a very comfortable sightseeing experience. They were deeply impressed by Kinkaku-ji and Sanjusangen-do. They also praised how there was no litter on the streets of Kyoto and how clean the JR and subway stations were. From Higashiyama Sanjo to Sanjusangen-do, and from Sanjusangen-do to Kiyomizu-michi, we used a taxi to save time. The photo was taken in the garden of Sanjusangen-do.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1OtherOsaka Port～Umeda290JPY
    Section 2TrainOsaka～Enmachi840JPY
    Section 3BusEnmachi～Kinkakuji-michi / Kyoto City Bus230JPY
    Section 4OtherKinkakuji-michi～Nishioji Oike230JPY
    Section 5OtherNishioji Oike～Higashiyama260JPY
    Section 6TrainGion-Shijo～Yodoyabashi490JPY
    Section 7SubwayYodoyabashi～Osaka Port290JPY
    Total2,630JPY

    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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    Sep 28, 2026
    Miguel_E
    Amazing Service
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    Sep 27, 2026
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    Kazuo Sumi is a great guide.
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    Sep 1, 2026
    Steve6172014
    Excellent tour of Kyoto
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    Aug 7, 2026
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  • Osaka: Confirm itinerary & Shitennoji Temple

    Osaka: Confirm itinerary & Shitennoji Temple

    Osaka Customized Full-Day Private Tour with Licensed Guide

    February, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 Meet at hotel
    • 9:10 Confirm itinerary
    • 10:00 Umeda Sky Building
    • 12:00 Osaka Castle
    • 13:30 Cafe
    • 14:30 Shinsekai
    • 15:30 Keitakuen Garden & Cafe
    • 16:20 Shitennoji Temple
    • 17:15 Tour ends at the station nearest the hotel

    What's a Private Osaka Day Tour Like for First-Time Visitors? A Licensed Guide's Report I guided guests who were visiting Japan for the first time. Since the list of places they wished to visit was quite long, I confirmed the itinerary when we met at the Hotel. As some of the guests found climbing stairs difficult, I made a point of using elevators and similar options as much as possible during the tour. When I mentioned that Osaka was once known as the Manchester of Asia, the guests were delighted. Since a birthday was coming up, we held a small celebration with takoyaki, a local soul food. It seemed the guests enjoyed the bonito flakes even more than the takoyaki itself. The guests also greatly admired the garden at Keitakuen.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1OtherNippombashi (Osaka)～Higashi-Umeda820JPY
    Total820JPY

    Tour Report by Mizu

    Hello, my name is Mizuho Yoshikawa. Please call me Mizu and my name means rice and water in Japanese.
    I’ve been a tour guide more than 200 times since the spring of 2023 in Kobe, Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Wakayama and Kochi. My tour is always original and new, depending on the guest’s preferences, encounters, seasons and weather.
    In Kyoto, one of my tours is to climb Mt. Kurama. It is about 1 hour from the city of Kyoto by train, it is a very quiet and beautiful mountain.
    In Osaka, which is called the kitchen of Japan, I am also in charge of food tour.
    In Nara, in addition to the Great Budda Hall, I guide guests to the temple with a really great view and Japanese wine, sake tasting.
    Every city has a unique charming point.
    The motto of my guiding is ” Ichigo Ichie” Once in a lifetime or seize the day. I learn this concept that the moment will never be the same again through tea ceremonies.
    I like a tea ceremony that is part of the traditional Japanese culture and embodies the spirit of “omotenashi” or hospitality. Through the tea ceremony, we can feel the spirit of “omotenashi” that has been passed down to us from ancient times.
    And I like to travel abroad and domestically, and I have been to 13 overseas countries and most of the prefectures in Japan. Traveling always gives me a new perspective, which is exciting and thrilling. Nowadays, we can learn a lot from the Internet, but traveling teaches us that it is important to have direct experience. When I travel, I feel that my five senses are infinitely expanded, and through my tour, I help all guests to have the same feeling in Japan.
    I was born and raised in Kanagawa Prefecture, which is next to Tokyo Prefecture in eastern Japan. When I was little, I could see Mount Fuji from my backyard. There was also a rice field nearby, and I grew up listening to the croaking of frogs. Listening to the frogs and seeing the mountains made me feel very calm.
    I moved to the city of Kobe, one of the Kansai areas in western Japan, which includes Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, and so on. I’m not from the Kansai area of western Japan, but I think that makes me sensitive to the differences between that area and the Kanto area, Tokyo, where I grew up.
    Speaking of Kobe, you might be thinking of Kobe beef. Of course you do. There are also other sake breweries in Nada in Kobe. You can also go from Kobe city to Himeji Castle, also known as the White Egret Castle, which was the first in Japan to be listed as a World Heritage Site in 1993.
    Let’s meet and enjoy Japan together!

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    Sep 13, 2026
    946jakobr
    Mizu, as your guide in Koyoto, is the perfect guide!
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    Sep 5, 2026
    Sightsee18435593786
    De moeite waard👍
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    Jul 27, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
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    Jul 21, 2026
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  • Tokyo Hidden Gems Off the Beaten Path Tour

    Tokyo Hidden Gems Off the Beaten Path Tour

    Tokyo Hidden Gems Off the Beaten Path Tour, Licensed Guide

    February, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 10:00 Meet at Hotel Century Southern Tower
    • 2. 11:00 Fukagawa Edo Museum
    • 3. 12:00 Fukagawa Fudo-do, Tomioka Hachiman-gu Shrine
    • 4. 13:15 Sensoji Temple
    • 5. 14:15 Hanayashiki
    • 6. 16:00 Dismiss at Asakusabashi Station

    What Is a Private Tokyo Tour of Fukagawa Fudo-do and Hanayashiki Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests came from Oceania and were visiting Japan for the third time. Based on the requests received in advance, I guided them along a somewhat off-the-beaten-path route. They were very knowledgeable about Japan, and I believe they thoroughly enjoyed themselves. One of the guests in particular was extremely well-informed. When I spoke about Shingon Buddhism and Kukai at Fukagawa Fudo-do, they already knew about Mount Koya and the fact that some believers hold that Kukai is still alive, which was surprising. At Hanayashiki, the guests enjoyed themselves with a childlike sense of fun. One of the guests also rode the roller coaster and cheerfully told me how difficult it was to climb in because of long legs (they said they were 180 cm tall and could not quite fit into the roller coaster). Since many of the places were not part of the routes I usually guide, there were some challenging aspects for me, but I believe the guests were fully satisfied.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayShinjuku～Kiyosumi-shirakawa280JPY
    Section 2SubwayKiyosumi-shirakawa～Monzen-nakacho180JPY
    Section 3SubwayMonzen-nakacho～Asakusa210JPY
    Section 4SubwayAsakusa～Asakusabashi180JPY
    Total850JPY

    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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    Jun 2, 2026
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    May 25, 2026
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    May 24, 2026
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    Apr 28, 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

    February, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 09:25 Meet up@Hotel
    • 2. 09:35 Stay@Tokyo Station
    • 3. 10:00 Travel∶Subway
    • 4. 10:25 Stay@Meiji Jingu Shrine
    • 5. 11:25 Travel∶Train
    • 6. 11:30 Stay@Shibuya Scramble Crossing
    • 7. 11:50 Travel∶Subway
    • 8. 12:35 Lunch@Sushizanmai Annex
    • 9. 13:15 Stay@Tsukiji Higashi-dori, Fish Market
    • 10. 14:00 Travel∶Subway
    • 11. 14:20 Stay@Tokyo Tower
    • 12. 15:10 Stay@Zojoji Temple
    • 13. 15:40 Disband@JR Hamamatsucho Station

    What's a Family-Friendly Private Tokyo Day Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting Tokyo. Some of the guests already had a mobile Suica, and after purchasing Suica cards for the others at Tokyo Station, we started the tour. Since I had heard that some of the guests were more interested in stories about Hachiko and Jizo statues than in shopping, I spent extra time on the Hachiko story in Shibuya, and at the end of the tour we visited the thousand Jizo statues at Zojoji Temple. In Tsukiji, one of the guests purchased a kitchen knife, so we stayed there a little longer than planned. At Tokyo Tower, the ninja goods shop on the second floor was very popular, and even those who said they do not usually shop much bought some of their favorite items there. Since the guests' accommodation was next to Tokyo Station, I took them to JR Hamamatsucho Station at the end and we parted ways.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayOtemachi (Tokyo)～Meiji-jingumae210JPY
    Section 2TrainHarajuku～Shibuya150JPY
    Section 3SubwayShibuya～Tsukiji210JPY
    Section 4SubwayTsukiji～Kamiyacho180JPY
    Total750JPY

    Tour Report by Sam

    Hi. My name is Masafumi Miyazaki. Please call me “Sam”. I am a government-licensed guide.
    I was born in Tokyo and was raised in the suburbs of Tokyo called Tama area. When I was in university, I majored in western dramas, so I am good at playing like an actor.
    I like reading, listening to the music, and walking. I belong to several walking clubs, and sometimes I guide the members around Tokyo.
    One of my strengths as a guide is that I know well about kombu, Japanese kelps. In December every year, I work at a traditional kombu shop in Tsukiji Fish Market. At that shop, I learned a lot of things related to kombu or other ingredients for washoku. I can explain the different characteristics of them to you.
    Also, I am familiar with Japanese flowers and plants. If you stroll around a Japanese garden with me, I am sure you will be able to enjoy beautiful flowers and unique plants in every season.
    I look forward to meeting you. Thank you.

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    Sep 29, 2026
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    Making the most of a rainy day
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    Sep 25, 2026
    910lorig
    Best experience for a perfect day in Tokyo!
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    Highly recommend 👍
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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

    February, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • AM 10:00 Tour starts from the hotel
    • Travel by subway to Nezu
    • AM 10:30- PM 12:50 Visit Nezu Shrine, Snake Road, stroll through Yanaka Ginza ( Shopping, Snacks）
    • Travel by railway, Yurikamome to Aomi
    • PM 13:45 – 15:00 Tokyo BAY CITY Circuit
    • Travel by Yurikamome to Odaiba
    • Guide to Aqua City restaurant BILLS and tour ends at PM 15:30

    What Can You See on a Private Tour of Yanaka and Odaiba in Tokyo? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from Oceania who had been to Japan several times before. They requested to see historic buildings and modern architecture off the usual tourist trail, and since one of the guests was into cars, they wanted an experience related to cars. Based on this, we decided to explore the Yanaka-Nezu-Sendagi (Yanesen) area, visit Tokyo Bay City Circuit, and Odaiba, and they enjoyed all of these. We had originally planned to visit the observation deck at the Fuji Television building at the end, but there was no beating the hungry members of the group. At the guests' request, and since some of them followed a plant-based diet, I guided them to a restaurant I had researched in advance, and with the guests' agreement, the tour ended at 15:30.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayMonzen-Nakacho～Nezu210JPY
    Section 2TrainNippori～Shimbashi180JPY
    Section 3TrainShimbashi～Aomi (Tokyo)390JPY
    Section 4TrainAomi (Tokyo)～Odaiba260JPY
    Total1,040JPY

    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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    Sep 29, 2026
    matthewsY2654UC
    Highly recommended!
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    Sep 28, 2026
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    Perfect day in Kanazawa
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    Sep 27, 2026
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    YOSHI san was incredible!
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    Sep 19, 2026
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    A morning in Kanazawa
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  • Kagawa in One Day: Miyanoura Port Bus & Outdoor Art works

    Kagawa in One Day: Miyanoura Port Bus & Outdoor Art works

    Naoshima Art Island in 1 Day Tour with Licensed Guide

    February, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 09:03 Miyanoura Port Bus Stop [Meet]
    • 09:06 Miyanoura Port Bus Stop
    • by town bus
    • 09:20 Tsutsujiso Bus Stop
    • visit “Yellow Pumpkin”
    • 10:05 Tsutsujiso Bus Stop
    • by Benesse bus
    • 10:12 Chichu Art Museum Bus Stop
    • 10:30~11:30 Chichu Art Museum
    • on foot
    • 11:45~12:30 Lee Ufan Museum & Valley Galary
    • on foot
    • 12:45~13:50 Benesse House Museum (including lunch)
    • on foot
    • 13:55~14:20 Benesse House Museum outdoor art works
    • 14:27 Tsutsujiso Bus Stop
    • by town bus
    • 14:31 Momoyama Bus Stop
    • 14:40~15:30 Naoshima New Museum of Art
    • on foot (explored several House Art Project objects from outside)
    • 15:56 Nokyomae Bus Stop
    • by town bus
    • 16:03 Miyanoura Port Bus Stop
    • 16:05~16:25 Outdoor Art works (including the Naoshima Pavilion)
    • 16:30 Miyanoura Port [Say goodbye]

    What's a Private Naoshima Art Island Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were repeat visitors to Japan from Asia, having been to the country more than ten times. On this trip they stayed in Japan for about a week in February. After arriving at Kansai International Airport, they planned to travel through Osaka, Uno, Naoshima, Uno again, and Fukuoka before returning home. They knew an artist whose work was on display inside a museum park hotel on Naoshima, and they had hoped to see it, but unfortunately the hotel was under construction and they were unable to view it, which was a shame. They also mentioned that a friend of theirs had exhibited a work at last year's Setouchi Triennale. At the new Naoshima museum there is a work by Do Ho Suh, and they mentioned there is also a small museum where art is displayed at home, and that a work by Do Ho Suh is exhibited there. Both of the guests love art very much, but this was their first visit to Naoshima. They showed interest in visiting Teshima and Inujima next. They were a pleasant and cheerful group, and it seemed the guests enjoyed the day.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusNaoshima Port / Naoshima Town, Kagawa Prefecture～Tsutsujiso / Naoshima Town, Kagawa Prefecture100JPY
    Section 2BusTsutsujiso / Naoshima Town, Kagawa Prefecture～Momoyama / Naoshima Town, Kagawa Prefecture100JPY
    Section 3BusNokyomae / Naoshima Town, Kagawa Prefecture～Miyanoura Port / Naoshima Town, Kagawa Prefecture100JPY
    Total300JPY

    Tour Report by Kaji

    Hello. My name is Hisao Kaji. I was born in 1945. I was raised in Takamatsu City from 3 years old. So, I have been living in Takamatsu for around 75 years. I believe I know Takamatsu City and the Kagawa prefecture area very well. If you come to Takamatsu, Kagawa I think you can enjoy your tour with me. I started a Government Licensed Guide in 2019. So, I have been a licensed guide for about 5 years. My favorite destinations are Naoshima, Teshima, Ritsurin Garden, the top of Mt. Yashima and so on. I always show you an itinerary about one month before your tour date, and I will accept any questions, other favorite places you want to visit. Communicating with you, I would like to accommodate your request for your tour. I always listen to NPR on the internet to know how the world is moving and improve my English. I like conversation based upon it with my life. I stayed in the USA for 8 months for a Power Systems Engineering Course conducted by General Electric in New York State when I was 28 years old. I sometimes talk about my memory of those days with the guests. I am very happy to guide tourists because I can see the guests become happy and enjoy themselves when I am guiding better. Nothing is more wonderful than that. I welcome your visit to Takamatsu City and Kagawa Prefecture. I believe you will have a pleasant time through my guide.

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  • Tokyo Customized Full-Day Private Tour

    Tokyo Customized Full-Day Private Tour

    Tokyo Customized Full-Day Private Tour with Licensed Guide

    February, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 09:00 Meeting at Hotel Tokyo
    • 2. 10:15 Nezu Shrine
    • 3. 11:30 The National Art Center, Tokyo
    • 4. 12:20 Mori Museum
    • 5. 13:50 Asakusa (Nakamise Shopping Street, Senso-ji Temple)
    • 6. 15:40 Shibuya (Scramble Crossing)
    • 7. 16:10 Meiji Shrine
    • 8. 17:00 Dismissal at Harajuku

    Title: What Is a Rainy-Day Private Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on the National Art Center and Mori Museum The guests were a group from North America, visiting Japan for a trip. Since the booking was made through a travel agency, detailed information had apparently not been passed on to me, and because it rained in the morning, the guests asked to visit an indoor museum, so we headed to the National Art Center, Tokyo and the Mori Museum in the morning on short notice. In the afternoon the rain cleared, so we returned to the originally planned route and continued the tour. At the end, one of the guests quietly said to me, "Thank you for guiding us so patiently today. It was a lot of fun." I felt relieved to hear it. I could only wish the group lasting happiness.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayOtemachi (Tokyo)～Nezu180JPY
    Section 2SubwayRoppongi～Asakusa210JPY
    Section 3SubwayAsakusa～Shibuya260JPY
    Section 4TrainShibuya～Harajuku150JPY
    Total800JPY

    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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  • Kyoto: Kiyomizu-dera Temple & On foot; Escort to Gion and end

    Kyoto: Kiyomizu-dera Temple & On foot; Escort to Gion and end

    Kyoto Instagram Spots Customized Tour with Licensed Guide

    February, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 12:00 Hotel Meet (Hotel Kyoto)
    • 12:00-12:50 Travel (Subway; Kyoto Station→Shijo Karasuma, Hankyu Train; Karasuma→Arashiyama)
    • 12:50-14:00 Arashiyama Stroll & Visit (Togetsukyo Bridge, Kameyama Park, Bamboo Grove, Nonomiya Shrine, Kimono Forest)
    • 14:00-15:10 Travel (Keifuku Train; Arashiyama→Randen Tenjingawa, Tozai Line; Uzumasa Tenjingawa→Sanjo Keihan, Keihan Train; Sanjo Keihan→Kiyomizu-Gojo)
    • 15:10-16:20 Kiyomizu-dera Temple Visit
    • 16:20-16:40 Travel (Keihan Train; Kiyomizu-Gojo→Fushimi Inari)
    • 16:40-17:30 Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Visit
    • 17:30- 17:50 Travel (Fushimi Inari→Gion-Shijo)
    • 17:50-18:00 On foot; Escort to Gion and end tour
    • 　　　　　　(The customer mentioned they would have dinner in Gion)

    What Does a Private Kyoto Day Tour Cover? A Licensed Guide's Report on Arashiyama, Kiyomizu-dera, and Fushimi Inari The guests were visitors from North America. It was their first time in Japan and in Kyoto. The tour started at 12:00, and I took them to Arashiyama, Kiyomizu-dera, and Fushimi Inari Taisha, finally guiding them to Gion as a place for dinner before parting ways. Compared to a few days earlier, it was not so cold, and although the travel time took a while, I think it was a very comfortable tour in terms of weather. However, the walking distance was quite long (about 25,000 steps), so the guests may have been quite tired. The guests mentioned that Kiyomizu-dera and the bamboo grove in Arashiyama were among their favorites.

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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)～Randen Tenjingawa250JPY
    Section 4SubwayUzumasa Tenjingawa～Sanjo Keihan260JPY
    Section 5TrainSanjo (Kyoto Prefecture)～Kiyomizu-Gojo180JPY
    Section 6TrainKiyomizu-Gojo～Gion-Shijo180JPY
    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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