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  • Kagoshima in One Day: Terukuni Shrine & Sushi restaurant

    Kagoshima in One Day: Terukuni Shrine & Sushi restaurant

    Kagoshima Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    July, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:30 Meet at Toyoko Inn Tenmonkan 2
    • 8:40 View the Ogion-sa portable shrine at Sentera
    • 9:00 Terukuni Shrine
    • 9:30 Tsurumaru Castle Ruins
    • 9:46 Bus to Sengan-en
    • 10:20 Sengan-en, archery experience
    • 11:57 Train to Central Station
    • 12:15 Sushi restaurant
    • 13:00 Shopping near Central Station
    • 13:30 Farewell (guests take a taxi to the port)

    What's a Private Family Walking Tour of Kagoshima Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group who enjoyed walking. Since some of the guests would get bored without activities, we did an archery experience at Sengan-en. The group enjoyed taking photos and were delighted to take pictures at many photo spots, such as Terukuni Shrine and Sengan-en. The group had dietary restrictions: vegetables OK, fish OK, but no shellfish, no crustaceans, and no meat. Since they liked sushi, I looked for a sushi restaurant in advance. Lunch sets were likely not suitable, and because they relied only on public transportation, conveyor-belt sushi shops that require ordering individual items were difficult to reach. Today there was a large festival in Kagoshima, so the Tenmonkan area was extremely crowded and it was a struggle to find a place. I was able to make a reservation at "Sushikoto Katsuo" near Chuo Station, which was not crowded, served quickly, and allowed ordering individual items — it was perfect.

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    Tour Report by Hoshi

    I’m a national government licensed tour guide. I moved to Kagoshima from Osaka four years ago because I was amazed by its perfect blend of stunning nature beauty and rich culture. We can see the majestic Sakurajima volcano from the city, which reminds us the powerful natural forces. Kagoshima was home to major Meiji Restoration figures, so history lovers will find plenty to explore. And of course, the food is incredible—famous for Kurobuta (Berkshire pork), Satsuma-age (fried fish cakes), and Shochu (a local distilled spirit).

    I’m passionate about history and love visiting historical sites all over Japan. I also like outdoor activities like kayaking, hiking, and camping. Kagoshima’s natural landscape is perfect for these adventures, so there’s always something new to discover.

    I look forward to sharing wonderful Kagoshima with you and making unforgettable memories together!

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  • Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour

    Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour

    Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    July, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • AM 08:30 Hotel start
    • Move by railway to Saga-Arashiyama
    • AM 09:15-10:15 Visit the bamboo grove and Tenryu-ji Temple garden
    • Move by railway & bus to Kinkaku-ji Temple
    • AM 11:00-11:40 Visit Kinkaku-ji Temple
    • Move by bus & subway to Karasuma
    • PM 12:30 Tour ends at Shijo-dori, Gion

    What Is a Private Kyoto Day Tour Like During Gion Matsuri? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visiting Japan for the first time from North America. During the morning meeting on the day of the tour, I learned that they had moved from Tokyo to Kyoto on July 17 without knowing about the Gion Matsuri festival. After visiting Sagano and Kinkaku-ji Temple, we walked a short distance along Shijo Street, where the dismantling of the festival floats (yamaboko) was taking place, toward Gion, and ended the tour there. Since the guests were staying in Kyoto and planned to travel on to Nara and Osaka, I proceeded with the tour while also explaining how to travel by train. I felt that traveling between major cities on an independent trip, with only an itinerary listing hotel names provided by a local travel agency, can be especially difficult when large luggage is involved.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainKyoto～Saga-Arashiyama240JPY
    Section 2TrainRanden Saga～Kitano-Hakubaicho250JPY
    Section 3BusKitano-Hakubaicho / Kyoto City Bus～Kinkakuji-michi / Kyoto City Bus230JPY
    Section 4BusKinkakuji-michi / Kyoto City Bus～Kitaoji Bus Terminal / Kyoto Bus230JPY
    Section 5SubwayKitaoji～Karasuma260JPY
    Total1,210JPY

    Tour Report by YOSHI

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

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    Jul 25, 2026
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    Jul 18, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Kanazawa Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    A Well-Organized and Informative Tour of Kanazawa
    We, a…

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    Tripadvisor review: Kanazawa Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
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    とても良いガイドツアーでした。
    とても良い体験でした。説明も分かりやすく、とても良かったです。

  • Kagoshima: Shiroyama Park Observation Deck & AEON Kagoshima Store

    Kagoshima: Shiroyama Park Observation Deck & AEON Kagoshima Store

    Kagoshima Shore Excursion: Custom Car Tour, Licensed Guide

    July, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:20　Meet at Marine Port Kagoshima
    • 11:10　Shiroyama Park Observation Deck
    • 11:50　Sengan-en
    • 12:20　Lunch at Gozensho Oukatei (inside Sengan-en)
    • 13:20　Kagoshima Port Sakurajima Ferry Terminal
    • 14:10　Yunohira Observatory
    • 14:50　Sakurajima Visitor Center
    • 15:25　Sakurajima Port Ferry Terminal
    • 15:50　Tsurumaru Castle Goromon Gate
    • 16:00　Statue of Saigo Takamori
    • 16:50　AEON Kagoshima Store
    • 18:00　Disband at Marine Port Kagoshima

    Title: What's a Private Cruise Port Tour of Kagoshima Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting Japan for the first time. They arrived in Kagoshima on a 12-day cruise tour that departed from Yokohama and passed through Hokkaido, Korea, and other destinations. Because the cruise ship carried a very large number of passengers, immigration procedures took some time, and our departure was 20 minutes later than originally scheduled. In the morning, due to unfortunate rain, we were unable to see Sakurajima from the Shiroyama Observatory, but at Sengan-en the guests appeared deeply impressed by the beautiful Iso Goten residence and garden of the Shimazu family. In the afternoon the rain stopped, and the guests fully enjoyed the majestic view of Sakurajima and Kagoshima Bay from the Yunohira Observatory on Sakurajima. The guests expressed a wish to shop for clothing and other items, so instead of the originally planned visit to the Reimeikan (museum), I guided them to the AEON Kagoshima store. Since I accommodated their request as they wished, I believe they were satisfied. As this tour used a chartered vehicle, there were no advance 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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    Jul 10, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
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    Jun 6, 2026
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  • Kanagawa in Half a Day: Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine & Hasedera Temple

    Kanagawa in Half a Day: Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine & Hasedera Temple

    Kamakura Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    July, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 11:00 Meet at Kamakura Station, but right afterwards we realized a smartphone had been left on the train, so we went to the lost-and-found at Zushi Station to retrieve it
    • 12:10 Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine
    • 13:00 Komachi Street
    • 13:50 Great Buddha of Kamakura
    • 14:15 Hasedera Temple
    • 15:00 Disband at Kamakura Station

    Title: What Is a Private Kamakura Day Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report It was a very hot day, and at one point one of the guests became exhausted, so we quickly gave them water and cooled them down. At Kamakura Station, it turned out that a smartphone had been left behind on the train, so I accompanied the guests to the lost-and-found office at Zushi Station to retrieve it, which delayed the actual guiding by about an hour. Since some of the guests were interested in samurai, we visited the treasure house at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, but the exhibits were modest, and with no Japanese swords on display at all, it was a bit anticlimactic. Along the way the guests got hungry, so they bought snacks at a convenience store on Komachi Street and ate them. We took a bus to the Great Buddha of Kamakura, but it was hot inside the bus, and after getting off and entering the grounds of Kotoku-in, one of the guests became exhausted, so I brought them into the shade and administered treatment for heat exhaustion, including giving water and cooling them down. Since the guests were hungry and wanted to eat near Kamakura Station soon, we went through Hasedera Temple quickly, returned to the station, and ended the tour.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusKamakura Station East Exit／Enoden Bus～Daibutsu-mae／Enoden Bus210JPY
    Section 2TrainHase (Kanagawa Prefecture)～Kamakura200JPY
    Total410JPY

    Tour Report by Koba

    My name is Eiji Kobayashi (Mr.), and I will be your guide during your stay in Tokyo.
    Please call me Koba.
    Allow me to introduce myself. I am a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter of Japan and an expert in Japanese history and culture, and also in nursing and health. I usually work as a Public Health Nurse (PHN) at a Public Health Center in Tokyo, and I hold a Registered Nurse (RN) license. Additionally, I have a Ph.D. in medical science.
    Born in 1957 and raised in Tokyo, I have worked for 33 years mainly in the research and development area for some pharmaceutical companies. Then, I changed my career to nursing and entered a university to obtain a PHN and RN license. I took the Licensed Guide for preparation for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and volunteered in the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2021.

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    Jul 21, 2026
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    Great Touring Tokyo
    Koba is an excellent tour guide. We greatly…

    Jul 9, 2026
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    First visit to Tokyo
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    Jul 8, 2026
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  • Hiroshima: Peace Memorial Museum & Hiroshima Station

    Hiroshima: Peace Memorial Museum & Hiroshima Station

    Hiroshima Peace Park Customized Tour with Licensed Guide

    July, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:05 Meet at Hiroshima Station
    • (Left their luggage in coin lockers)
    • 11:00 Peace Memorial Museum
    • Noon Peace Memorial Park
    • 12:50 Hiroshima Station
    • 13:00 End of the tour

    What Is a Short 3-Hour Private Hiroshima Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from Europe. They had requested only a 3-hour tour, as they were heading to Onomichi afterward for a cycling tour. After confirming with the travel agency, we arranged transportation by taxi. Although it was a weekend, there was no baseball game today, so I checked online in advance and confirmed that the coin lockers at the south exit were available, allowing us to store the luggage safely without having to walk around searching. It was a short tour, but I fielded many questions even inside the taxi on the way to Hiroshima Station. In Hiroshima, we naturally touch on more difficult and somber topics that are not discussed elsewhere, so the guests had many things they wanted to ask. They were on a three-week tour of Japan, but said it felt too short. They were an active group who had even climbed Mount Fuji, but they mentioned that "for some reason, everyone is moving a bit slowly today." After they purchased lunch, I saw them off safely to the Shinkansen ticket gate and concluded the tour.

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    Tour Report by Michi

    Hi. I’m Michi. I’m a national licensed tour guide in English.
    I want to introduce many faces and charms of Japan and make your stay in Japan more fascinating and satisfying.

    I was born and raised in Hiroshima. My first tour in English was as a volunteer guide for the visitors to my school when I was a junior high school student. It gave me a great opportunity to study about the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima.
    I spent my life in Hiroshima except for 6 years; 1 year in the UK as a student and 5 years working in Singapore and Malaysia. During this period I enjoyed meeting and talking with people from different cultural backgrounds.
    These experiences encouraged me to be a licensed tour guide.

    In Hiroshima, there are two famous World Heritage Sites, the Atomic Bomb Dome in the Hiroshima Peace Memorial & Itsukushima Shrine in Miyajima.
    I have experienced many tours of the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum & Park since I was a junior high school student. I would like to introduce you to the a-bomb legacies that are still existing in the city and the stories under the mushroom cloud.
    I also would like to share time with you on a historic island, Miyajima. There is one of the most famous Shinto shrines, the Itsukushima Shrine. We can share an enjoyable time by exploring a sacred atmosphere, tradition, nature, food, etc.

    I am also an official ‘A-bomb legacy successor’ designated by the City of Hiroshima. An A-bomb Legacy Successor is a memory keeper of the A-bomb survivors. To ensure that the A-bomb survivors’ experiences and desires for peace are faithfully inherited and shared with as many people as possible, the City has started a three-year training program for official ‘A-bomb Legacy Successors. ‘

    Let me support your stay in Japan and I look forward to showing you the best of Japan!
    Hope to see you soon!

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    Jan 2, 2025
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    Excellent tour by a very knowledgeable guide
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    Nov 8, 2024
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    Awesome experience! Michi was the best guide!
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    Sep 16, 2024
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    Day tour with Michi
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  • Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour

    Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour

    Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    July, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 08:50 Meet up @ Hotel Metropolitan Edmont
    • 2. 08:55 Travel: Subway
    • 3. 09:15 Stay @ East Gardens of the Imperial Palace
    • 4. 10:40 Travel: Subway
    • 5. 11:10 Stay @ Asakusa
    • 6. 12:15 Travel: Subway, Train
    • 7. 12:55 Stay @ Takeshita Street
    • 8. 13:10 Disband @ Takeshita Street

    What's a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on the East Gardens, Asakusa, and Harajuku The guests were a group visiting from Europe. Since they had Suica cards, we used both the subway and JR lines depending on the situation for getting around. Based on the guests' requests, I guided them around the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace and Asakusa, and we decided to head to Harajuku at the end if time allowed. Because their accommodation was close to the East Gardens, travel did not take much time, and we had quite a bit of extra time in the first half. I explained both the East Gardens and Asakusa in relatively fine detail, but the group walked at a fast pace and did not do much shopping along the way, so in the end we were able to make time to walk along Takeshita Street together. Since they wished to shop in Harajuku after the tour, we parted ways on-site after I showed them around Takeshita Street.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayIidabashi～Otemachi (Tokyo)180JPY
    Section 2SubwayOtemachi (Tokyo)～Asakusa290JPY
    Section 3SubwayAsakusa～Asakusabashi180JPY
    Section 4TrainAsakusabashi～Harajuku230JPY
    Total880JPY

    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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    Jul 21, 2026
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    Jul 16, 2026
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    Jul 9, 2026
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  • Himeji Castle Half-Day Customized Tour

    Himeji Castle Half-Day Customized Tour

    Himeji Castle Half-Day Customized Tour with Licensed Guide

    July, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 08:30 Meet up @ Himeji Station Central Gate
    • 2. 08:40 @ Castle View
    • 3. 09:00 @ Himeji Castle
    • 4. 11:20 Light meal @ Otemon Chaya
    • 5. 11:50 @ Koko-en Garden
    • 6. 12:30 @ Egret Himeji Rooftop
    • 7. 13:00 Disband @ Himeji Station Shinkansen Gate

    What Is a Private Himeji Castle Walking Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report Today's guests were visitors from North America on their first trip to Japan. Since I knew their arrival time at Himeji Station in advance, we met 30 minutes earlier than planned and started the tour. At Himeji Castle, we visited almost all of the facilities, including the West Bailey, the Hyakken Corridor, and the Main Keep. Because we started the tour early, we were able to see everything smoothly. After touring Himeji Castle, we took a short break at a tea shop near Koko-en Garden and enjoyed Himeji's specialty almond toast. The guests were delighted. After visiting Koko-en Garden, we returned to Himeji Station via the rooftop of Egret Himeji and ended the tour. The guests were 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
    77guye
    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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    May 28, 2026
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    Kobe Variety.
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    May 23, 2026
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  • Tokyo in Half a Day: Tameike-Sanno Station & Nihombashi Station

    Tokyo in Half a Day: Tameike-Sanno Station & Nihombashi Station

    Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    July, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:45 Tameike-Sanno Station
    • 10:05 Iidabashi Station
    • 10:15 Koishikawa Korakuen Garden
    • 10:55 Break @ Starbucks
    • 11:15 Iidabashi Station
    • 11:35 Tokyo Daijingu Shrine
    • 12:05 Iidabashi Station
    • 12:25 Nihombashi Station
    • 12:45 Ibasen, Coredo Muromachi

    What's a Private One-Day Walking Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests came from Europe and stopped over in Tokyo while in transit, so they had only a single day in the city. Beforehand they had said they preferred to enjoy walking around rather than visiting typical tourist sites, and that they were interested in Japanese folding fans. Taking the intense summer heat into consideration, we visited Koishikawa Korakuen Garden and Tokyo Daijingu Shrine. Since they wanted to buy tickets to Narita Airport for their departure that evening, I also helped them purchase the tickets at a JR station. At a specialty folding fan shop in Nihonbashi, they enjoyed shopping, and they seemed very satisfied with the tour as a whole.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayTameike-Sanno Station／Minato-ku, Tokyo～Iidabashi180JPY
    Section 2SubwayIidabashi～Nihombashi (Tokyo)180JPY
    Total360JPY

    Tour Report by Lily

    Hi there! Thank you so much for hitting my page!
    I’m Yuriko, but please call me Lily!
    I’m a qualified guide and interpreter, proud to be awarded as one of the finalists of Japan guide awards 2025.

    I have conducted over 100 tours a year since March 2024, with more than 90% of my clients awarding a five-star rating.

    I love Japanese food(eating and cooking!), cultures such as traditional arts and crafts, and so much more! I’ve always explored places seeking new things and love to share them with you.

    I was born and raised in Tokyo(for over 40 years!) but used to live in the U.S. for a couple of years as a child.
    I am proud to be able to introduce the charms of Japan from multiple perspectives based on my experience of interacting with people from many different nationalities.

    I am happy to tailor an original plan or to arrange your bucket list advancing it to a better option.
    The following is my contact information:
    lilyjapanguide@gmail.com

    I’m looking forward to guiding and sharing the excitement of Japan!!

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    Sep 17, 2025
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    Jul 18, 2025
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    Jul 1, 2025
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    Lily is the best. Highly recommended
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  • Nagasaki: Mount Inasa Observation Deck & Matsugae Terminal

    Nagasaki: Mount Inasa Observation Deck & Matsugae Terminal

    Nagasaki Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide

    July, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 Atomic Bomb Museum　Peace Park　Ground Zero
    • 10:45 Mount Inasa Observation Deck
    • 11:30 Chinatown　Lunch@Toen
    • 12:45 Hamanomachi Arcade
    • 13:15 Suwa Shrine　Meganebashi Bridge
    • 13:45 Glover Garden
    • 14:30 Matsugae Terminal

    Title: What's a Private Nagasaki Day Tour Like in the Rain? A Licensed Guide's Report I believe the guests were largely pleased with the tour. Despite heavy rain, following the driver's advice we timed our visit to a break in the clouds and went up to the Inasayama Observatory, where we enjoyed the view of the harbor. The Atomic Bomb Museum left a strong impression on the guests, and they were still talking about it during lunch. Because the guests were fond of historical sites, I also guided them to Urakami Cathedral and Suwa Shrine, which were not part of the original plan, and they were delighted. On this day the driver was a tremendous help, and I was grateful that we were able to visit so many places.

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    Tour Report by Hiromi

    Hello. My name is Hiromi Murata. Sometimes called Minnie.
    I work as an interpreter guide in Tokyo, Nikko, Nagasaki, etc.
    I was born in Nagasaki, graduated from a university in Tokyo, and had overseas experience due to my husband’s work.
    In the United States, I lived in Connecticut and California for a total of 10 years.
    Especifically, in California, I completed a course on teaching English as a second language at UCI Extension.
    My motto is to be a fun guide.
    I’m interested in art, architecture, gardens, etc.
    I also like Japanese culture and have experience in tea ceremony, kendo, calligraphy, and flower arrangements.
    Japan is a country with beautiful nature and history. The town is clean and full of delicious food.
    I would like to help guests create fun memories in Japan.
    Sincerely,
    Hiromi

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  • Kanagawa in Half a Day: Great Buddha and Hase Kannon

    Kanagawa in Half a Day: Great Buddha and Hase Kannon

    Kamakura Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    July, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:10. Meet at Kamakura Station
    • 10:30-12:00 Visit the Great Buddha and Hase Kannon
    • 13:00-14:00 Sightseeing at Enoshima Sea Candle, disband

    What Is a Private Day Tour to Enoshima and Shibuya Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America. In line with their wishes, we visited three locations. They had not realized how far Enoshima actually was, but they were delighted to be able to see Mount Fuji. As this was their final day before heading to the Kansai region the following day, they were looking forward to experiencing the Shibuya Scramble Square next. Enoshima on a Saturday was extremely crowded, and as we walked along the approach to reach the escalators, it felt just as packed as walking down Takeshita Street in Harajuku.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusKamakura Station West Exit／Enoden Bus～Hase Station／Enoden Bus200JPY
    Section 2TrainHase (Kanagawa Prefecture)～Enoshima260JPY
    Section 3BusEnoshima Station Front／Enoden Bus～Enoshima／Enoden Bus210JPY
    Total670JPY

    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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