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  • Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    July, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:40 meet, walk to Hakone Shrine, red torii gate. After sightseeing, 10:15 pirate ship from Motohakone Port, arrive Togendai 10:40. Ropeway to Owakudani. At the customer's request, decided to ride the ropeway and pirate ship again. 12:00 pirate ship from Togendai, 12:25 Hakonemachi Port. Lunch on the lawn with convenience store food the customer had already procured. After that
    • Maruyama Bussan, marquetry, Hakone Checkpoint ruins tour, Onshi Park, stroll through the old Tokaido cedar avenue, then returned directly to the hotel. 3:20 disband

    Can You Do a Private Hakone Day Tour with Mount Fuji Views? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting Japan from Europe. Some of the guests were not confident in English, and at one point one of the guests felt left behind as the group was speaking in English and became tearful. Realizing this, I focused intently on communicating with body language, and within about five minutes they had recovered. The guests were all very interested in Japan, so I told them about kanji, shrines, and temples. For the first time in a while, the entire Mount Fuji was visible, which the guests were very happy about, though it soon became hidden behind clouds, making them appreciate just how difficult a mountain it is to see clearly. At the Maruyama yosegi shop, one of the guests bought a magic box and opened it right away to try it out, and it worked fine. Intending it as a light hike, we strolled through Onshi Park and the cedar avenue, where the guests posed for photos imitating samurai. For the next day, they wished to make their own way to the Hakone Open-Air Museum and also to enjoy an onsen, so I introduced a route to Kowakien.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Free PassOdawara～Odawara5,000JPY
    Total5,000JPY

    Tour Report by Hiro

    I am Hiroki Morikawa :Hiro:, English guide living with my wife ,just a hop skip and jump from Hakone, Kamakura, Tokyo and the Mt. Fuji.
    I am a friendly grandfather of 4 grandchildren.
    I would love to help you enjoy Japan, using my 3 strong points.
    First: I am used to dealing with any kind of matters. I have experienced various situations in the 40 years of my working life.
    Second: I am good at making a friendly atmosphere between you and local people to help you enjoy Japan. I was raised in western Japan, studied in northern Japan and now live in central Japan. So I know various local cultures and dialects to communicate with a wide variety of people.
    Third: I can explain things from a technical point of view.
    For example, how the Great Buddha was constructed, because I am a master of engineering graduated from Hokkaido University.
    Please enjoy Japan with me. See you soon!!
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    Jun 30, 2026
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    Jun 25, 2026
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    First time in hakone
    Niro was perfect for us. He was…

    Jun 8, 2026
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    Hiro-san knows Hakone!
    Our guide, Hiro-san, did a wonderful job introducing…

    Jun 7, 2026
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  • Mt. Fuji Day Trip from Tokyo by Car

    Mt. Fuji Day Trip from Tokyo by Car

    Mt. Fuji Day Trip from Tokyo by Car with Licensed Guide

    July, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:00 Hotel – 10:45 Mount Fuji 5th Station – 12:00 Mount Fuji World Heritage Center – 13:00 Lunch – 13:50 Lake Kawaguchi Shore – 14:20 Ide Brewery – 17:20 Hotel Dismissal

    What's a Private Day Trip to Mount Fuji Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visiting Japan for the first time from Europe on a tour of about one week. Although the tour details from [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) listed the group as adults, some of the guests were younger. Blessed with clear weather, we headed to the 5th Station of Mount Fuji, where we were overwhelmed by the cloudless view of the summit and lingered there for quite a while. At the Mount Fuji World Heritage Centre, the group learned about the culture and history of Mount Fuji, and then we made our way to the Kachi Kachi Yama Ropeway, only to find a long line with an hour's wait. After a lunch of hoto noodles and a sake tasting at a long-established sake brewery, we headed back. We were fortunate to have good weather all day, and the guests enjoyed themselves.

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    Tour Report by Michio

    Welcome to Japan. My name is Michio, your tour guide in Tokyo and Japan. I was born and grown up in Tokyo, and still living in western suburb of Tokyo with my wife, except for 10 years outside of Japan travelling and living in 60 countries. So I might have visited your country and still remember a few words.
    Japan has unique history, nature and culture, and there are plenty of secrets and wonders behind them such as food culture, Zen and Ninja.
    So please explore and discover the hidden and most beautiful part of Japan together. Let’s experience!

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    Oct 24, 2025
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    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 10/10 — Outstanding Tour with Michio and Nobuhiko!
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    Oct 11, 2025
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    We enjoyed our time in Tokyo with Michio our tour guide.
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    Oct 10, 2025
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    Sushi for breakfast at 630am? Yes please!!
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  • Kyoto in One Day: Kiyomizu-dera & Fushimi Inari

    Kyoto in One Day: Kiyomizu-dera & Fushimi Inari

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    July, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Hotel Meet (@Hotel)
    • 10:00-10:30 Travel (on foot: Hotel → Kiyomizu / Chawan-zaka)
    • 10:30-11:20 Kiyomizu-dera visit
    • 11:20-11:30 Travel (taxi; Gojo-zaka → Yasaka Shrine)
    • 11:30-11:50 Break (rest at a cafe)
    • 11:50-12:10 Yasaka Shrine visit
    • 12:10-12:30 Travel (taxi; Yasaka Shrine → Restaurant Sato, near Sanjusangendo)
    • 12:30-13:10 Lunch ( @Restaurant Sato)
    • 13:20-14:10 Sanjusangendo visit
    • 14:10-14:40 Travel (taxi; Sanjusangendo → Fushimi Inari Taisha)
    • 14:40-15:10 Fushimi Inari visit
    • 15:10-15:30 Travel (taxi; Fushimi Inari Taisha → Hotel)
    • 15:30 Farewell in front of the hotel　　
    • (Since travel after Kiyomizu-dera was switched to taxi at the customer's request, with the customer's consent, the tour ended slightly earlier than planned.)

    Title: What's a Private One-Day Kyoto Tour Like in Summer? A Licensed Guide's Report on Kiyomizu-dera, Sanjusangendo, and Fushimi Inari The guests were a group visiting Kyoto from Europe. I guided them to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Sanjusangendo, and Fushimi Inari Shrine. Originally, the tour was planned around travel by train, but due to the extreme heat (I believe the temperature rose to around 40 degrees), one of the guests began to feel unwell at Kiyomizu-dera and waited on the temple's wooden stage together with another member of the group partway through. I took the remaining guest to the inner sanctuary, then we all returned to Gojozaka and moved by taxi to Yasaka Shrine. As a precaution, we rested at a cafe in front of Yasaka Shrine. At Yasaka Shrine, some of the guests waited in the shade while I guided another guest through the shrine grounds. After that, we moved by taxi to a restaurant, and following lunch we all visited Sanjusangendo. At Fushimi Inari as well, I made sure not to overexert the guest and had some of the group wait in the shade while I guided another member around the grounds. The guest was able to eat at the restaurant, so it seemed things were fine. They mentioned that tomorrow they plan to try a ninja experience and a tea ceremony experience, which are indoor activities, so I felt relieved.

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    Tour Report by Michi

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

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    Jul 19, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
    Kyoto temple tour
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    Jul 16, 2026
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    Excellent tour. Highly recommend
    Michi our guide was excellent!…

    Jul 13, 2026
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    Kyoto gems
    Michi was incredibly courteous and informative.…

    Jul 13, 2026
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  • Kyoto: DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama & Kinkaku-ji

    Kyoto: DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama & Kinkaku-ji

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide

    July, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 12:00 DoubleTree by Hilton Kyoto Higashiyama
    • 12:20-13:50 Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
    • 14;00-15:00 Lunch (Kura Sushi near Kinkaku-ji)
    • 15:00-15:30 Kinkaku-ji
    • 15:50-15:10 Tenryu-ji Temple, Bamboo Grove Path
    • Togetsukyo Bridge
    • 18:00 Hotel (viewing Hanamikoji Street from the car)

    What Is a Private Day Tour of Kyoto Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Fushimi Inari, Kinkakuji, and Arashiyama The tour started at 12:00, beginning at Fushimi Inari Taisha, where the guests visited the Omokaru-ishi (heavy-light stone) and the Negari-no-Matsu pine. They very much enjoyed passing underneath the roots of the pine. Since the Ninomaru Palace at Nijo Castle is closed every Tuesday in July and August, we did not enter Nijo Castle. Instead, the driver took us to a conveyor-belt sushi restaurant, where everyone, together with the driver, kindly treated us to a meal. After that, we visited Kinkakuji, passed through Tenryuji, and went to the Bamboo Grove Path. On the way back, they bought souvenirs for their family at a specialty chopstick shop. As we had some time, we walked to the Togetsukyo Bridge, but everyone became tired, so the driver came to pick us up, which was a great help. The chopsticks had names engraved on them, and although the guests had requested the engraving in Japanese, it came out in English, which was a slight disappointment. Even so, they were happy to take them home. At Hanamikoji they were delighted to encounter maiko and geiko. The tour was scheduled to end in Gion, but due to the extreme heat, the guests returned directly to the hotel, ending the tour.

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    Tour Report by Harumi

    Hello, my name is Harumi, and I am a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter in Japan. I have been actively involved in volunteer activities for many years, sharing my passion for Japanese culture and history. As a kimono dressing instructor, I can provide hands-on kimono experiences and guide tours. Additionally, I have extensive knowledge of sumo wrestling, making my tours ideal for those interested in this fascinating sport. I am also well-versed in Important Preservation Districts for Groups of Traditional Buildings (Jūdenken) and can introduce historical townscapes dating back to the Edo period. If you are interested, I would be happy to show you around the sake brewing process in the Nada region.

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    Jul 11, 2026
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    Private Tour
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    Jul 7, 2026
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    This was amazing – truly memory making. Harumi is…

    Jun 25, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Himeji Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Great visit with a great guide Harumi
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    Jun 21, 2026
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    Viator review: Private Kyoto Tour with Licensed Guide & Vehicle (Max 15 persons)
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  • Hyogo: Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden & Ikuta Shrine

    Hyogo: Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden & Ikuta Shrine

    Kobe Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide

    July, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 09:30 Meeting point: Kobe Port Terminal
    • 10:00 Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden
    • 12:30 Lunch: Kobe Harborland (Mosaic)
    • 14:20 Nankinmachi and Kobe Motomachi Shopping Street
    • 14:50 Ikuta Shrine
    • 15:30 Dismissal: Kobe Port Terminal

    What's a Private Kobe Day Tour by Cruise Ship Passengers Like? A Licensed Guide's Report Today's guests were a family group visiting Japan for the first time from North America. After meeting at the Kobe Port Terminal, we visited Kobe Nunobiki Herb Gardens, Kobe Harborland, Nankinmachi (Chinatown), Kobe Motomachi Shopping Street, and Ikuta Shrine, before ending the tour back at the Port Terminal. The original plan (at the guests' request) had also included a visit to the Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum, but since none of the guests drink sake, the visit to the Hakutsuru Sake Brewery Museum was canceled, which was a little surprising. The guests did a lot of shopping at the Motomachi Shopping Street. After visiting Ikuta Shrine, they wished to shop more, but since they preferred not to extend the tour time, we headed straight back to the Port Terminal. It was another hot day, but at the Nunobiki Herb Gardens we made use of umbrellas provided by the garden to avoid the heat. Overall, the tour went smoothly and the guests seemed very pleased.

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    Tour Report by Norio

    Hello, my name is Norio Oki, a Government-Certified Tour Guide in Japan.
    I specialize in guiding visitors through the beautiful and historic regions of Himeji and Kobe.

    My expertise includes Japanese history, traditional culture, castles, and sake. I enjoy sharing not only facts, but also the stories and spirit behind each place.

    In Himeji, I offer guided tours of Himeji Castle, Kokoen Garden, Shoshazan Engyoji Temple, and Nadagiku Sake Brewery.
    In Kobe, I guide guests through the Nada Sake Breweries area, Mt. Rokko, Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden, Harborland, Meriken Park, the Kitano District, Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, and the lively Motomachi Shopping Street.

    Whether you’re interested in history, nature, or local experiences, I will create a personalized tour tailored to your interests.

    If you’re planning to visit Himeji or Kobe, I would be delighted to be your guide.
    I look forward to meeting you soon!

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    Jul 7, 2026
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    The best way to experience Himeji Castle
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    May 30, 2026
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    Loved our tour
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    We had a great tour with Norio, would highly…

    May 28, 2026
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    Kobe Variety.
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    Our delightful guide, Norio, was knowledgeable and a master at…

    May 23, 2026
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    Himeji castle with Norio
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    We learnt lots about Himeji castle and it…

  • Osaka: Osaka Castle & Umeda Sky Building

    Osaka: Osaka Castle & Umeda Sky Building

    Osaka Customized Full-Day Private Tour with Licensed Guide

    July, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:30 Meet @Here Osaka Namba
    • 9:35-11:00@Osaka Castle
    • 11:35-12:25＠Shitennoji Temple
    • 12:50-13:05@Kuromon Market
    • 13:45-14:30@Shinsekai
    • 14:40-14:50@Harukas Garden
    • 15:15-15:50@Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine
    • 16:35-16:50@Umeda Sky Building
    • 16:50 Disband＠Umeda Sky Building

    Title: What Is a Private One-Day Osaka Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting Japan for the first time from North America. They requested to enjoy as many sightseeing spots and unusual foods as possible, so we used the subway to cover many of Osaka's highlights while avoiding the strong sunshine. Initially the plan was to end the tour at Dotonbori, but since the guests were tired, we parted ways at the Umeda Sky Building. After cooling down, they decided to continue on their own. Since the Mantou Festival was being held at Dotonbori, the 2025 lanterns would be lit from 7:00, so I believe they were able to enjoy it. At Osaka Castle, it was heartwarming to see some of the guests recording the loud cicadas on their smartphones, saying they had never heard such large cicadas before.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayNamba (Subway)～Tanimachi 4-chome240JPY
    Section 2SubwayTanimachi 4-chome～Shitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka190JPY
    Section 3SubwayShitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka～Nipponbashi (Osaka)190JPY
    Section 4SubwayNipponbashi (Osaka)～Ebisucho190JPY
    Section 5SubwayDobutsuen-mae～Tennoji190JPY
    Section 6TrainTennoji Ekimae～Sumiyoshitorii-mae240JPY
    Section 7TrainSumiyoshi Taisha～Namba (Nankai Line)240JPY
    Section 8SubwayNamba (Subway)～Umeda (Subway)240JPY
    Total1,720JPY

    Tour Report by Sachiko

    I’m Sahiko Ogura, Sachiko literally means ‘happy child’, please call me Sachiko or Sachi for short. I was born and raised in Osaka. I’ve been guide for 6 years mainly in Osaka, Kyoto and Nara after having worked far trading company. I love traveling and visited about 30 countries, where I had a great time and experienced something new and exciting. I also like sports, tea ceremony and gardening, I’m growing veritable and flower in my garden. Please let me know your interest and anything what you would like to do during your tour. I’m happy to make an itinerary customized for you.
    I’m looking forward to meeting you and exploring in my home town!

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    Jul 30, 2026
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    Jul 12, 2026
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    Great tour! Great guide!
    Sachi was a great guide. She customized…

    Jul 8, 2026
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    We Miss Osaka Already
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    Jun 23, 2026
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    A memorable experience!
    Wonderful experience with an amazing guide! Ms. Sachiko Ogura,…

  • Kyoto: Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple & Kinkaku-ji Temple

    Kyoto: Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple & Kinkaku-ji Temple

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide

    July, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 Meet @ Mimaru Suites Kyoto Central
    • 9:40-10:25 @ Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple
    • 10:40-11:30 @ Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
    • 11:40-12:30 @ Tenryu-ji Temple
    • 12:40-13:30 Lunch @ Saganoya
    • 14:00-14:40 @ Kinkaku-ji Temple
    • 15:00 Dismissal @ Mimaru Suites Kyoto Central

    What Is a Private Arashiyama and Kinkaku-ji Day Tour in Kyoto Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from North America. It was their first visit to Japan, and after touring Tokyo and Hakone, they arrived in Kyoto the previous day. They mentioned that the day before they had joined a tour around the Gion district. This tour focused mainly on strolling around the Arashiyama area. At Otagi Nenbutsu-ji, the guests each took photos in front of the many rakan statues and enjoyed themselves. In the bamboo grove, we also stopped at Nonomiya Shrine, where I explained its connection to the Imperial family and the blessings associated with it. At Tenryu-ji, I had planned to first walk through the buildings and then guide them around the garden, but because of the heat they said they had seen enough, so we skipped the garden. For lunch, they said they wanted to eat katsudon, so I took them to "Saganoya" near JR Saga-Arashiyama Station. After lunch, we briefly stopped at the Togetsukyo Bridge for photos and then headed to Kinkaku-ji. Since we were running slightly behind schedule and to avoid the outdoor heat, I gave most of my explanations inside the car and made an effort to keep our time at each site as short as possible. Afterward, I took the guests back to their Hotel, and the tour ended.

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    Tour Report by Kaz

    Hi, thank you very much for choosing the JGA tour!

    My name is Kazuhiro Yoshida, please call me “Kaz”.

    I am an English-speaking National Licensed Tour Guide in Japan, and have been guiding mainly in Kyoto and other Kansai areas since April 2023. I have guided over 1,000 tours in total so far, and I am on my way to becoming one of the best English-speaking tour guides in Japan.

    I have a great passion to show people from all over the world, the deep histories and cultures of Japan, the country I truly love.
    I am focused to take you out on a tour that will become one of the best highlights of your entire trip.

    I am glad to have an opportunity to be your guide, and I hope that we can explore many hidden gems of Japan together!

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    May 19, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    An enjoyable visit
    Really enjoyed our visit with Kaz. Friendly, informative, and…

    Apr 11, 2026
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    Kaz (Kazuhiro) guided my family in historic…

    Oct 14, 2025
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    Great Historical Perspective
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    Sep 29, 2025
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    Excellent Tour of Kyoto with Kaz
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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

    July, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 9:00　Meet up @ONSEN RYOKAN YUEN SHINJUKU
    • 2. 9:30　@Meiji Shrine
    • 3. 10:20　@Harajuku Takeshita Street
    • 4. 11:00　@Shibuya (Scramble Crossing, Hachiko Statue, Pepper Parlor)
    • 5. 11:40　@Ginza (4-chome Crossing, NISSAN Showroom, Kyukyodo)
    • 6. 12:20　@Imperial Palace (Sakuradamon Gate, Nijubashi Bridge, Main Gate)
    • 7. 12:40　Lunch @Suju Dining (inside Shin-Marunouchi Building)
    • 8. 13:40　@Tokyo Station
    • 9.　14:00　@Nihonbashi Takashimaya (Underground Food Hall)
    • 10. 14:30　@Asakusa (Sensoji Temple, Nakamise Street, Asakusa Shrine)
    • 11. 15:20　Disband @Asakusa Line (Ueno-hirokoji Station)

    What Is a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Meiji Shrine, Ginza, and the Imperial Palace The guests were visiting Japan for the first time, and it was also their first trip to a country in Asia. After spending time in Tokyo, they planned to visit Kanazawa, Kyoto, and Osaka. Before this tour began, they had already gone on their own to Ueno Park to see the lotus flowers blooming in the early morning at Shinobazu Pond. During a brief stop in Ginza before visiting the Imperial Palace, I casually introduced Kyukyodo, and one of the guests showed interest, purchasing three sheets of washi paper with cherry blossom and traditional geometric patterns (about 4,500 yen). They enjoy making handmade crafts, and they seemed very satisfied to have found something they liked. When we visited Meiji Shrine and I mentioned Shinto-style weddings, they asked questions such as "How much does a ceremony cost?" as if imagining holding their own ceremony, though I could not tell how serious they were. It was clear that they were genuinely intrigued. For lunch, one of the guests could not eat fish, but the guests wanted to go somewhere I would recommend. So, to let them experience typical Japanese food, we went to a restaurant inside the Shin-Marunouchi Building. Both of them had a wagyu beef set meal. They were delighted and said it was very delicious. Afterward, since one of the guests felt a slight headache, I looked for a nearby drugstore to buy some pain relief, and the closest one was a pharmacy in the basement of the adjacent Marunouchi Building, whose name amused everyone. After consulting the pharmacist, they purchased an over-the-counter medicine and took it right away, and the headache soon disappeared, so we were able to continue the tour without any issue. In the end, we parted ways on the Ginza Line. The guests very politely and warmly expressed their gratitude, saying they had been able to see many different parts of Tokyo, and got off at Ueno-hirokoji Station to transfer.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Free PassTokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line Shinjuku-sanchome Station～Meiji-jingumae Station900JPY
    Section 2Free PassTokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line Meiji-jingumae Station～Shibuya Station0JPY
    Section 3Free PassTokyo Metro Ginza Line Shibuya Station～Ginza Station0JPY
    Section 4Free PassTokyo Metro Yurakucho Line Ginza-itchome Station～Sakuradamon Station0JPY
    Section 5Free PassTokyo Metro Ginza Line Nihombashi Station～Asakusa Station0JPY
    Section 6Free PassTokyo Metro Ginza Line Asakusa Station～Ueno-hirokoji Station0JPY
    Total900JPY

    Tour Report by Noripy

    Hello, I’m Noripy.
    I am a lively woman in my 60s who loves having fun. My charm lies in my bright and approachable personality. Drawing on over 30 years of international experience, I began working as a tour guide in 2023. I have conducted over 100 tours annually, ensuring that my clients enjoy Tokyo and its surrounding areas. I have received high praise from a wide range of customers, from teenagers to people in their 80s. I cater to solo travelers, couples, newlyweds, families, and groups of up to about 10 people. Living in the heart of the city, I actively guide tours primarily in Tokyo. In addition to being certified in English, one of my strengths is being able to communicate effectively in Spanish as well.
    I’m looking forward to meeting you all in Tokyo!

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    Jul 3, 2026
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  • Kanagawa: Yumoto to Hakone Open-Air Museum & Rest at a teahouse

    Kanagawa: Yumoto to Hakone Open-Air Museum & Rest at a teahouse

    Hakone Full-Day Customized Private Tour with Licensed Guide

    July, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:10 Meet up, depart from hotel
    • 8:25–9:00 From Yumoto to Hakone Open-Air Museum
    • 9:00-10:15. Stroll around the Open-Air Museum
    • 10:20-12:00 By bus to Hakone-en
    • 12:00-13:10. Komagatake Ropeway sightseeing (guide on standby)
    • 13:20-13:35. Lake Ashi cruise
    • 13:45-14:20 Stroll along the old Tokaido
    • 14:30-15:30. Stroll along the old Hakone Tokaido
    • 15:30-16:00 Rest at a teahouse
    • 16:10-16:40. By bus to Hakone-Yumoto, disband

    Can You Do a Private Hakone Day Tour with the Old Tokaido Trail and Komagatake Ropeway? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America who had also gone hiking in Kamakura recently. Today they requested to ride the Komagatake Ropeway in Hakone and to walk along the old Tokaido road in Hakone. Since this differed from the usual Hakone Tozan Railway ticket tour, I was unsure how to connect the itinerary. Fortunately, they said it was fine to skip Owakudani, so the guests went up to Komagatake on their own while I waited. They had also taken the sightseeing boat and gotten off at the Hakone Checkpoint, where they walked along the Tokaido and ended up doing an actual hike.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusOnsenba-iriguchi / Hakone Tozan Bus～Kowakidani Station / Hakone Tozan Bus580JPY
    Section 2BusKowakidani～Hakone-en940JPY
    Section 3BusAmazake-chaya / Hakone Tozan Bus～Hakone-Yumoto710JPY
    Total2,230JPY

    Tour Report by Kappa

    Thank you for your entry in this tour. Nice to meet you in this mail.
    Your tour guide Kappa is my nickname. Kappa is a traditional, imaginary creature who came into being in Japan over 300 years ago. She is good at swimming, like me, for I like swimming. I would like to make our tour operated smoothly as Kappa does when she swims in the river or pond. It is my pleasure to introduce many aspects in our tour, especially cooking, for it is my hobby and I went to the professional cooking and SAKE school, respectively. If you have any questions or requests about Japanese cooking, of course our tour, I am very delighted to answer to you anytime!

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  • Tokyo in Half a Day: Meiji Shrine & Senso-ji Temple

    Tokyo in Half a Day: Meiji Shrine & Senso-ji Temple

    Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    July, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 09：55　Meet up @ Hotel Groove Shinjuku
    • 10：20　Meiji Shrine
    • 11：40　Imperial Palace
    • 12：20　Lunch @ Aoyuzu Tora (Marunouchi Building)
    • 13：40　Senso-ji Temple
    • 15：00　Disband @ Shinjuku Station

    What Is a Private Family Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Meiji Shrine, the Imperial Palace, and Senso-ji The guests were a group from North America, and most of them were visiting Japan for the first time. They planned to travel to Osaka after sightseeing in Tokyo. At Meiji Shrine, they appeared to be impressed by the quiet and solemn atmosphere. They also purchased omamori charms as souvenirs. At the Imperial Palace, they listened with great interest to historical explanations about the role of the Emperor, the Meiji Restoration, and the Edo Shogunate. At Senso-ji, they were also very interested in the explanations about the difference between temples and shrines and about Kaminarimon Gate. I accommodated the guests' wishes as requested, so I believe they were satisfied.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainShinjuku～Harajuku150JPY
    Section 2SubwayMeiji-jingumae～Nijubashimae210JPY
    Section 3TrainTokyo～Ueno170JPY
    Section 4SubwayUeno～Asakusa180JPY
    Section 5SubwayAsakusa～Ueno180JPY
    Section 6TrainUeno～Shinjuku210JPY
    Total1,100JPY

    Tour Report by Seizo

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

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