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  • Kyoto in Half a Day: Fushimi Inari & Gion

    Kyoto in Half a Day: Fushimi Inari & Gion

    Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    November, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 13:00 Hotel Kyoto meet-up
    • 13:40 Fushimi Inari
    • 15:15 Gion
    • 17:00 Hotel Kyoto dismissal

    What Is a Private One-Day Kyoto Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Fushimi Inari and Gion The guests were visitors from Europe on a short, fast-paced trip covering a few nights in Japan. They had requested Fushimi Inari and Gion, and I had been thinking of adding one or two more spots since I expected we might have extra time, but that turned out to be unnecessary. At Fushimi Inari, the guests did some shopping and, feeling hungry, took their time over lunch. In Gion, they enjoyed coffee along with some sweets. After spending a little time shopping in Gion, it was getting close to 4:30 p.m., and one of the guests wanted to rest, so I saw them back to their hotel and said goodbye. It was a lovely group who cared very much for one another. I learned that sushi was a great favorite, and I would have loved to take them to enjoy some delicious sushi.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayFushimi Inari～Gion-Shijo240JPY
    Section 2TrainGion-Shijo～Sanjo (Kyoto Prefecture)180JPY
    Section 3SubwaySanjo (Kyoto Prefecture)～Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae220JPY
    Total640JPY

    Tour Report by Naoki

    I am Naoki Nakatani. I live in Osaka.
    I started tour guide from 2023 after 40 years
    work experience in Japanese manufacturing company. I am currently teaching Japanese as volunteer staff to foreign residents who live in my community. I have 11 and half years work experience in overseas office and I had interacted with people of foreign countries for a long time enjoying business and friendship with them. My guide experience is still short but I will provide my best service to the guests. I am in a position to prepare the itinerary if guests request and to send any information for the guest to make plan before visit to Japan.

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    Jul 11, 2026
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    Jun 6, 2026
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    Wonderful time in Kyoto
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    May 1, 2026
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    Mar 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

    November, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 11:30 Meet at Mercure Tokyo Hibiya
    • 2. 12:15 Meiji Shrine
    • 3. 13:15 Shibuya (Scramble Crossing / Hachiko Statue)
    • 4. 13:30 Lunch (Tsukiji Sushi Sei Shibuya Branch)
    • 5. 15:00 Imperial Palace East Gardens
    • 6. 16:15 Asakusa
    • 7. 17:30 Disband at Tokyo Metro Shimbashi Station

    Title: What's a Full-Day Private Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Meiji Shrine, Shibuya, and Asakusa The guests were visitors from North America, traveling in Japan for the first time. They had toured Osaka and Kyoto before arriving in Tokyo, and planned to see Tokyo before returning home. [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) guides led this private full-day tour of Tokyo. The tour covered Meiji Shrine, Shibuya, the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, and Asakusa. The guests listened to the explanations at each stop while taking photos, and they enjoyed themselves. Since they had requested sushi for lunch, we went to a sushi restaurant near the Shibuya Scramble Crossing, and they were delighted with how delicious it was. At the end, near the Tokyo Metro Shimbashi Station closest to their hotel, they said they would make their own way back and that we could conclude the tour there, so we parted ways.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Free PassShimbashi～Meiji-jingumae700JPY
    Section 2Free PassMeiji-jingumae～Shibuya0JPY
    Section 3Free PassShibuya～Otemachi0JPY
    Section 4Free PassOtemachi～Asakusa0JPY
    Section 5Free PassAsakusa～Shimbashi0JPY
    Total700JPY

    Tour Report by Haru

    Hello, I’m Haruhiko Yokota, a certified tour guide based in Tokyo and a top-ranked guide registered with JGA Inc. Please feel free to call me Haru.
    I’ve been living in Tokyo for about 30 years and conducted close to 200 tours between 2023 and 2025. I’m very familiar with most major sightseeing spots in and around Tokyo, ranging from traditional temples and shrines to modern attractions. I also enjoy traveling throughout Japan, which has given me extensive knowledge of popular destinations across the country.
    I’m happy to customize your tour to match your interests and preferences. If you have any requests or questions, please don’t hesitate to ask. I’ll do my best to make your tour both enjoyable and memorable!

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  • Kanagawa in Half a Day: Sasuke Inari Shrine & Komachi Street

    Kanagawa in Half a Day: Sasuke Inari Shrine & Komachi Street

    Kamakura Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    November, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 08:55　Meet up @ Kamakura Station East Exit
    • 09:25　Sasuke Inari Shrine
    • 10:10　Zeniarai Benzaiten Ugafuku Shrine
    • 10:40　Genjiyama Park
    • 11:10　Eishoji Temple
    • 11:40　Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine
    • 12:10　Komachi Street
    • 12:40　Lunch @ Sushi Restaurant Kimi
    • 13:15　Disband @ Kamakura Station

    What Is a Private Walking Tour of Kamakura Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting Japan for the first time from Oceania. After sightseeing in Tokyo, they planned to visit Hiroshima, Kyoto, Osaka, and the Nakasendo (a walk from Magome-juku to Tsumago-juku). At Sasuke Inari Shrine, the guests appeared impressed by the many red torii gates. At Zeniarai Benzaiten Ugafuku Shrine, they actually experienced the famous coin-washing ritual. At Genjiyama Park, they enjoyed taking photos in front of the statue of Minamoto no Yoritomo. At Eishoji Temple, the guests seemed impressed by the beautiful bamboo grove and other features. At Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, they listened with great interest to explanations about the differences between shrines and temples. On Komachi-dori Street, they enjoyed shopping at an accessory store. Since I handled everything according to the guests' wishes, I believe they were satisfied. Also, at the guests' request, all travel was on foot, so there were no transportation expenses to be reimbursed.

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    Tour Report by Seizo

    I am Seizo Kamiuto, National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter (English). I was born in Kagoshima City in Kyushu (Southern part of Japan) and grew up there until the graduation from a high school. I came to Tokyo to enter a University in Tokyo and since then, I have lived in Tokyo for more than 40 years and therefore I know Tokyo and its suburbs and Kagoshima City very well. After retiring from an IT company, I have been working as a Guide Interpreter of English since March 2018. I have guided many overseas guests to the popular sightseeing spots in Tokyo, Kamakura, Mt. Fuji area (Kawaguchiko Lake etc.), Hakone, Nikko, Yokohama, Kawagoe and Kagoshima and so on. I have received good reviews from many guests. I can explain the history and the culture of Japan in detail. I look forward to an opportunity to guide you in Japan. Thank you. Seizo Kamiuto

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    Sep 27, 2026
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    Walking tour of Tokyo
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    Pleasant stroll through HISTORY
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  • Kanagawa in One Day: Kami-Gora Station & Souunzan Station

    Kanagawa in One Day: Kami-Gora Station & Souunzan Station

    Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    November, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Meeting place: Gora Hanaougi, Madoka No Mori
    • 10:15 Depart Kami-Gora Station
    • (Hakone Tozan Cable Car)
    • Souunzan Station
    • (Hakone Ropeway)
    • 10:30 Arrive Owakudani Station
    • Owakudani Owakudani Kurotamago-kan
    • Hakone Geomuseum
    • 11:15 Depart Owakudani Station
    • (Hakone Ropeway)
    • 11:40 Arrive Togendai Station
    • 12:00 Depart Togendai Port
    • (Hakone Pirate Ship)
    • 12:40 Arrive Moto-Hakone Port
    • Moto-Hakone Hakone Shrine
    • Break: light meal / convenience store
    • 13:30 Depart Moto-Hakone Port bus stop
    • (Hakone Tozan Bus)
    • Kowakudani bus stop
    • Kowakudani Station
    • (Hakone Tozan Train)
    • 14:00 Arrive Chokoku-no-Mori Station
    • Hakone Open-Air Museum Hakone Open-Air Museum
    • 15:30 Depart Chokoku-no-Mori Station
    • (Hakone Tozan Train)
    • 15:45 Depart Gora Station
    • (Hakone Tozan Cable Car)
    • 16:00 Arrive Souunzan Station
    • 16:00 Dismissal: Souunzan Station

    Title: What Can You See on a Private Day Tour of Hakone? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America, both visiting Japan for the first time. They were on a 12-day trip to Japan, having arrived at Narita Airport a few days earlier. After staying in Tokyo, they had arrived in Hakone the previous evening and checked into their hotel. They mentioned that they had enjoyed the hot spring inside the hotel the night before. The following day, around noon, they planned to travel to Kyoto via Odawara, then tour Osaka and Nara before returning to Tokyo and heading home. Their request was: "Today, we would like to visit the main spots in Hakone." We met at their hotel. It was a cloudy day with occasional light rain during the tour. We walked to Kami-Gora Station, then took the Hakone Tozan Cable Car and the Hakone Ropeway, passing through Sounzan on the way to Owakudani. I explained "the formation of Hakone" and "an overview and history of Owakudani." The guests tried the "black eggs" and also visited the Geo Museum. They asked questions such as "When were the volcanoes of Hakone formed?" "Is Owakudani an active volcano? Has it ever erupted?" and "Is Mount Fuji also an active volcano?" We took the ropeway again to Togendai. After a short wait, we boarded the "pirate ship." Despite the less-than-ideal weather, it was full of tourists. Even in the cold, the guests stayed on the upper deck the whole time and took many commemorative photos. They asked questions such as "How deep is Lake Ashi? What is the water temperature?" "Can you swim in it?" and "Can you fish here?" We disembarked at Hakone-Motohako Port and went to Hakone Shrine. I explained "the history of Hakone Shrine." Regarding the torii gate on the lake, they asked, "Why are so many people lining up to take photos?" We took a break at a café. After this, we took the Hakone Tozan Bus and the Hakone Tozan Railway to the "Hakone Open-Air Museum." By this time, the rain had stopped and the sunshine had returned. We carefully walked around the entire grounds. I explained the origins of the "Hakone Open-Air Museum." They commented, "Hakone is more relaxing and pleasant than Tokyo," and "Tokyo, especially Shibuya, was overwhelming with crowds, and I couldn't come to like it." They also remarked, "Everywhere in Japan, the towns are orderly," "There is no litter," "Everyone is polite," and "The security seems to be well maintained." I saw them off at Sounzan Station, where we parted ways (they mentioned that the hotel's car would come to pick them up at Sounzan Station).

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Free PassHakone Free Pass～Hakone Free Pass6,000JPY
    Total6,000JPY

    Tour Report by Masa

    Guiding career:
    Guide work started in July 2022. A guide focused on FIT compliance.
    FY2022 results: 17 cases, FY2023 results: 97
    Destinations: Various places in Tokyo, Hakone, Kamakura and Nikko
    As a recent group travel record, in October 2023, we have a track record of guiding a group of 33 people from Singapore to Narita Airport transfer plus sightseeing in Tokyo.
    Self-introduction:
    In the past, I was stationed in Canada, the United States, and Mexico as an expatriate of a Japanese bank for over 11 years.
    Since I have been mainly involved in the financing business in the United States for a long time, I think I am able to provide interpretation and translation services related to business and finance.
    I am a certified CPA in the United States.
    In addition, for three years from April 2016, I will be engaged in Japanese-English translation work (part-time), and I can also handle translation work.
    Although I don’t have a qualification in Spanish, but I think I can handle day to day conversation in Spanish without any problems.
    My hobby is trekking and from time to time, take a walk around mountains near Tokyo like Mt. Takao, Tanzawa, etc. I think it is possible to provide tourist information here as well.
    Since April 2015, I have been working as a Tokyo Metropolitan Tourism Volunteer and Tokyo Metropolitan Disaster Prevention Volunteer.
    One more, I have a separate house near Asuka Village, Nara prefecture, and I stay there for a total of about 30 days every year and have been enjoying sightseeing personally in the vicinity. Therefore, I think in the Kansai region, especially in Nara, Asuka, Yoshino, Koyasan, Kumano Kodo, etc., where I think I will be able to tour guide with confidence.

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    Jul 21, 2026
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  • Kyoto in One Day: Kiyomizu-dera Temple & Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine

    Kyoto in One Day: Kiyomizu-dera Temple & Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    November, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:30 Meet at Hotel Resol Trinity Kyoto
    • 8:50 Kiyomizu-dera Temple
    • 10:35 Kinkaku-ji Temple
    • 11:45 Lunch at Gontaro Kinkaku-ji Store
    • 13:10 Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
    • 14:15 Yasaka Shrine ~ Nene no Michi ~ Ninenzaka
    • 14:40 Disband in front of Tea Ceremony Camellia Flower Store

    What Is a Private One-Day Kyoto Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Kiyomizu-dera, Kinkaku-ji, and Fushimi Inari Today I guided a group visiting from North America. They had a tea ceremony experience scheduled at Ninen-zaka starting at 15:00 after this tour, so we needed to make sure to arrive there in time. To avoid the crowds at Kiyomizu-dera, we deliberately visited the nearby Kiyomizu-dera first. The grounds were not too crowded, and the guests were delighted by the beautiful autumn foliage. Afterward, we went to Kinkaku-ji, and since the weather was clear and there was no wind, the Golden Pavilion reflected on the pond was exceptionally beautiful. They enjoyed lunch as well, and Fushimi Inari Taisha happened not to be too crowded at the right timing, so they were pleased to take many great photos. While introducing shops around Gion and places such as Kodai-ji, we were able to make our way with time to spare and bring them to the location for the tea ceremony experience. I believe they enjoyed themselves.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusKinkakuji-michi / Kyoto City Bus～Kitaoji Bus Terminal (Kitaoji Subway Station) / Kyoto City Bus230JPY
    Section 2SubwayKitaoji～Kyoto260JPY
    Section 3TrainKyoto～Inari150JPY
    Section 4TrainFushimi Inari～Gion-Shijo240JPY
    Total880JPY

    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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    Jul 24, 2026
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    Jul 13, 2026
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  • Kyoto in One Day: Nijo Castle & Nishiki Market

    Kyoto in One Day: Nijo Castle & Nishiki Market

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    November, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 08:30 Meeting point: Hotel Kyoto Sanjo
    • 08:40 Travel: Take the subway to Nijo Castle
    • 09:00 Sightseeing ①: Nijo Castle
    • 10:15 Travel: Take the subway and Keihan Line to Sanjusangendo
    • 10:40 Sightseeing ②: Sanjusangendo
    • 11:30 Travel: Take the city bus to Yasaka Shrine
    • 11:50 Sightseeing ③: Yasaka Shrine
    • 12:20 Lunch/Break (Gion, Chinese cuisine)
    • 13:15 Travel: Take the city bus to Nishiki Market
    • 13:30 Sightseeing ④: Nishiki Market
    • 14:30 End of guide/Dismissal: Shijo Keihan Station

    Title: What Is a Private One-Day Kyoto Tour Like for Guests Who Prefer Less Walking? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests this time were a group visiting Japan from Oceania for sightseeing. I handled the pre-trip consultation, such as selecting destinations, with one of the guests. My assignment was confirmed in mid-July, but even after I sent my first message, I did not receive a reply for quite a while. The travel agency representative also prompted the guests, and finally, in November, I received a response. In it, there was a request saying, "We would like to communicate in detail via a messaging app," and after that our communication took place through a messaging app. There was important information that one of the guests could not walk long distances, and a request was written asking to "avoid Kiyomizu-dera and Fushimi Inari, which have many uphill slopes." Taking this into account, the final itinerary was confirmed, starting from places close to the hotel: "Nijo Castle ⇒ Sanjusangendo ⇒ Yasaka Shrine ⇒ Nishiki Market." All travel between the destinations was done using public transportation such as the subway, buses, and the Keihan train line. On the day, the sudden cold snap that had begun the previous day continued, bringing temperatures that made it feel like winter had arrived, but there was sunshine throughout the day and the weather turned out to be fairly good. By almost exactly the scheduled time of 8:30 a.m., all the guests had gathered, and after a brief greeting and confirmation of the itinerary, we set off. All of the guests had a strong interest in Japanese history and culture, listening attentively to my explanations everywhere we visited and asking many questions. At Nijo Castle I explained samurai government and the imperial system, at Sanjusangendo and Yasaka Shrine I explained the history and characteristics of Buddhism and Shinto and their influence on the lives of modern Japanese people, and at the final stop, Nishiki Market, they experienced plenty of the food culture of the people of Kyoto. After finishing the visit to the final destination, Nishiki Market, I asked the guests for their impressions, and I received the delightful response, "We were able to have a truly wonderful experience. Thank you."

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwaySanjo Keihan～Nijojo-mae220JPY
    Section 2SubwayNijojo-mae～Shichijo400JPY
    Section 3BusHakubutsukan Sanjusangendo-mae／Kyoto City Bus～Gion／Kyoto City Bus230JPY
    Section 4BusGion／Kyoto City Bus～Shijo Takakura／Kyoto City Bus230JPY
    Total1,080JPY

    Tour Report by Nori

    Hi, everyone! I’m Norifumi Kamon, a government registered guide interpreter. Please call me “Nori”, or “Kamon-san”.
    Let me introdece myself. I was born on April 17th in 1952 in Miyazaki prefecture in Kyushu island. I used to be an English teacher of Osaka Prefectural high school. When I retired from a teacher ten years ago, I decided to get a professional guide license. I wanted to play a role of the bridge between Japanese people and the people from all over the world as a second life of mine. After two years efforts, I finally got the guide license. Since then, I have guided several handreds of foreign people mainly in Kyoto and Nara for about five years except Corona Pandemic period. Almost all the tourists were deeply impressed by the beauty of nature, traditoin, culture, and art of Japan. I can surely help you enjoy and be satisfied with the sightseeing in Japan. And I’m looking forward to seeing you soon.

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    Aug 10, 2026
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  • Kyoto in Half a Day: Fushimi Inari Taisha & Guide to bamboo grove

    Kyoto in Half a Day: Fushimi Inari Taisha & Guide to bamboo grove

    Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    November, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:30 Meet @ Hotel The Celestine Kyoto Gion
    • 　　Hotel, head to Keihan train
    • 8:45 Arrive at Fushimi Inari Taisha
    • 9:40 OBBLi TACOS @ near Fushimi Inari Station
    • 　　Light meal for guests
    • 10:05 Depart Fushimi Inari Taisha
    • 　　Head to Arashiyama by taxi
    • 11:00 approx. Arrive at Arashiyama
    • 11:15 Guide to Randen Arashiyama Station,
    • 　　Kimono Forest
    • 11:30 Arrive at Tenryu-ji Garden
    • 12:00 Guide to bamboo grove
    • 　　　Via Arashiyama Park, to Togetsukyo Bridge
    • 12:30 Disband near Togetsukyo Bridge

    What's a Private Kyoto Tour of Fushimi Inari and Arashiyama Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests visited Japan from Oceania. Since it was a special day for one of the guests, I planned a tour that avoided crowds so they could relax and take their time. At Fushimi Inari Taisha, the guests enjoyed taking photographs. They had a light meal at a taco shop located just before Fushimi Inari Station on the Keihan Line. Both of the guests said they loved tacos and mentioned that they had visited taco shops in Osaka and Tokyo during their earlier travels. After that, we took a taxi to Arashiyama. As the area near Togetsukyo Bridge was busy and slightly congested, we got out of the taxi partway and continued on foot. The guests also enjoyed taking photos at the Kimono Forest at Arashiyama Station on the Randen line. Next, we visited Tenryu-ji Temple. The autumn leaves were at their peak, and the guests were delighted to have come at such a wonderful time. We passed through the Tenryu-ji garden and headed from the garden exit to the bamboo grove. The guests enjoyed taking photographs in the bamboo grove as well. After that, we went via Arashiyama Park to Togetsukyo Bridge. The guests were surprised to learn that Japanese macaques live in Arashiyama and about the monkey park. We walked along the Katsura River, said our goodbyes in front of Togetsukyo Bridge, and parted ways.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainGion-Shijo～Fushimi Inari240JPY
    Total240JPY

    Tour Report by Mako

    Hello! I’m Mako. I’m from Nara and live in Kobe city in Japan right now. I used to live in mountainous area in Nara.
    Nara is famous for deer. There is no sea in Nara. On the other hands, Kobe is one of famous port cities in Japan and famous for Kobe beef and night views.
    My favorite food is Yatsuhashi. It is one of famous sweets in Kyoto city. When I was a University student, I used to be a volunteer guide at Kiyomizu temple in Kyoto. There are many shops which sells yatsuhashi in Kyoto.

    I like traveling. I have been to Canada, South Korea, France, Australia and the United States.

    I studied English in South Florida University when I was a university student. I stayed for about 1 year. During stay in the U.S, I visited Las Vegas, New York, Boston, Miami, and so on. After that I worked at the travel company in Japan. Then I got the license of tour guide in 2014. I started to work as a tour guide in 2015. I usually visit Kyoto, Nara ,Osaka and Kobe with my guests. I’m very looking forward to meeting you!

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    Apr 29, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Excellent Tour. Highly Recommend. Guide Mako was fantastic.
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    Apr 14, 2026
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    Oct 3, 2025
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    Must do in Kyoto
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    Nov 24, 2024
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  • Hiroshima Peace Park Customized Tour

    Hiroshima Peace Park Customized Tour

    Hiroshima Peace Park Customized Tour with Licensed Guide

    November, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • Hiroshima Station (11:30) → Travel by taxi → Peace Memorial Museum (12:00) → Peace Park (13:00) → Orizuru Tower (14:00) → SOKO CAFE (14:40) → Shukkeien Garden (15:30)

    What Is a Private Hiroshima Day Tour Like from Osaka? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America who came from Osaka and planned to return to Osaka by shinkansen after the tour. It was their first time visiting Hiroshima, and they were deeply moved and saddened by the exhibits at the museum. They listened attentively as I explained the monuments within the Peace Memorial Park. Since they wished to purchase a kendama for their grandchild, I guided them to Orizuru Tower, and as they were fond of matcha, we stopped by SOKO CAFE on the way to Shukkeien Garden. Afterward, they enjoyed the scenery of Shukkeien Garden, and I called a taxi to Hiroshima Station before we said our goodbyes.

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    Tour Report by Yoko

    Hello. My name is Yoko Shimada.　Families traveling with children are always welcome. I have more than 15 years of experience teaching English to children from toddlers to junior high school students, and I currently work as an online Japanese teacher, especially for children from around the world.
    I hold a childcare qualification and teaching licenses for junior high and high school English in Japan. I am also a licensed Hiroshima Prefectural Regional Tour Guide-Interpreter. Because of my experience working with children, I always try to create tours that are warm, flexible, and comfortable for guests of all ages.
    I enjoy creating interactive and memorable experiences through conversation, local stories, and small cultural activities such as origami.
    I was born in Ehime, raised in Shimane and Hiroshima, and have lived in Hiroshima for more than 30 years. I love meeting people from different countries and learning about different cultures, so please tell me about your country too!
    I’m passionate about sharing Hiroshima’s history, culture, food, and beautiful local spots with you, and I will do my best to make your visit enjoyable, memorable, and special.　I’m really looking forward to meeting you!

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    Yoko is amazing tour guide
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  • Kyoto in One Day: Fushimi Inari & Nanzen-ji

    Kyoto in One Day: Fushimi Inari & Nanzen-ji

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    November, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:57 Hotel Meet
    • 10:35 Fushimi Inari
    • 11:50 Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
    • 12:45 Short Break
    • 13:50 Kinkaku-ji
    • 15:10 Nanzen-ji
    • 16:00 Tour Ends

    What Is a Private One-Day Kyoto Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Arashiyama, Nanzenji, and Fushimi Inari The guests were visiting Japan for the first time from Europe. On this day a cold front arrived and the temperature dropped suddenly. Light rain fell occasionally, but it did not significantly affect the tour. The only time we encountered rain was while walking through the bamboo grove in Arashiyama. By the time we reached Nanzenji Temple, there were breaks of sunshine. At each place we visited, the autumn foliage was at its peak, and there were many Japanese tourists as well. Nanzenji Temple in particular was crowded with many Japanese tourists. At Nanzenji, I let the guests choose between the garden of the Hatto (Lecture Hall) or Tenjuan. In the end, they chose to enter Tenjuan. One of the guests enjoyed photography and would often stop to take many photos. There was a sign warning of "bears and wild boars" at the Arashiyama bamboo grove, which surprised the guests. The photo was taken at Fushimi Inari.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainGion-Shijo～Fushimi Inari240JPY
    Section 2OtherInari～Saga-Arashiyama240JPY
    Section 3OtherRanden Arashiyama～Kitano-Hakubaicho250JPY
    Section 4OtherKitano-Hakubaicho～Kinkakuji-michi230JPY
    Section 5OtherKinkakuji-michi～Nishioji-Oike230JPY
    Section 6OtherNishioji-Oike～Keage260JPY
    Total1,450JPY

    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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    Amazing Service
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    Excellent tour of Kyoto
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  • Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour

    Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour

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

    November, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • Hotel (Knot Hiroshima) (8:00)→Boat Terminal (8:15)→To Miyajima via World Heritage Sea Route→Miyajima (9:15)→Itsukushima Shrine (9:45)→Daishoin Temple (10:30)→Omotesando Shopping Street (food tour)→To Peace Park via World Heritage Sea Route (13:10)→Peace Park (13:55)→Stroll around Peace Park→Peace Memorial Museum (16:00)

    What Is a Private Miyajima and Hiroshima Peace Park Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visiting from North America and had researched shops in advance, and they seemed very much looking forward to the tour. Because we started early in the morning, we were able to enter Itsukushima Shrine without waiting in line. The guests seemed to really enjoy taking photographs and took many pictures. They were also very delighted by places such as the Henjokutsu Cave at Daisho-in Temple. They fully enjoyed the food stalls along Omotesando Street. After strolling through the Peace Memorial Park, I supported their entry into the museum and the audio guide rental, conveyed the key points, and then said goodbye.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1OtherPeace Park～Miyajima2,400JPY
    Total2,400JPY

    Tour Report by Yoko

    Hello. My name is Yoko Shimada.　Families traveling with children are always welcome. I have more than 15 years of experience teaching English to children from toddlers to junior high school students, and I currently work as an online Japanese teacher, especially for children from around the world.
    I hold a childcare qualification and teaching licenses for junior high and high school English in Japan. I am also a licensed Hiroshima Prefectural Regional Tour Guide-Interpreter. Because of my experience working with children, I always try to create tours that are warm, flexible, and comfortable for guests of all ages.
    I enjoy creating interactive and memorable experiences through conversation, local stories, and small cultural activities such as origami.
    I was born in Ehime, raised in Shimane and Hiroshima, and have lived in Hiroshima for more than 30 years. I love meeting people from different countries and learning about different cultures, so please tell me about your country too!
    I’m passionate about sharing Hiroshima’s history, culture, food, and beautiful local spots with you, and I will do my best to make your visit enjoyable, memorable, and special.　I’m really looking forward to meeting you!

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    Yoko is amazing tour guide
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