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  • Tokyo: b Ginza & Meiji Shrine

    Tokyo: b Ginza & Meiji Shrine

    Tokyo Customized Full-Day Private Tour with Licensed Guide

    June, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:30 the b Ginza
    • 10:00 Tokyo National Museum
    • 12:00 Ueno Station JR East Travel Service Center
    • 13:00 Asakusa Culture Tourist Information Center
    • 13:20 Lunch @ Daruma
    • 14:10 Sensoji Temple
    • 15:20 Shibuya Crossing
    • 15:50 Meiji Shrine
    • 17:00 Shinjuku Station South Exit Odakyu Counter, Odakyu Travel Center Shinjuku Station West Exit
    • 17:30 Dismissal @ Shinjuku Station West Exit

    What Is an 8-Hour Private Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Ueno, Asakusa, and Meiji Shrine I guided the guests from Europe on a private tour. They were quiet and reserved, and mentioned that their flight had been delayed the previous day, arriving late at night and leaving them tired. Despite the very heavy and uncomfortable humidity, they completed the full 8-hour tour as scheduled without any complaints. As one of the guests had recently graduated from university and was going to become a designer of stage costumes, they looked very intently at the kimono and other items at the Tokyo National Museum. I handled the JR ticketing at the Asakusa exit of Ueno Station. For lunch, they wanted to try something new in Asakusa, so we went to a monjayaki restaurant, where we shared two okonomiyaki among three of us, which filled them up. They seemed to enjoy it reasonably well. At Sensoji Temple, both of them drew "dai-kichi" (great blessing) fortunes, and when I told them this was quite rare, they were delighted. Since they said they liked Kitty, we stopped by a Sanrio character goods shop. I had hoped that visiting Meiji Shrine in the evening would offer some relief from the heat, but the humidity was severe and it was quite difficult. As one of the guests was going to get a driver's license, they purchased a traffic safety charm. When we tried to activate the Hakone Free Pass at the Odakyu boarding area at the south exit of Shinjuku Station, we found that the location was actually in the basement of the west exit, and moreover it had already closed at 4 o'clock. When I went to check the location, I could not find it right away, so I asked a man wearing a helmet who was directing people, and managed to reach it. After that, the guests said they wanted to go to the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building observation deck, so I guided them to the entrance of the underground passage, and the tour ended there. They lived near a city in Europe, and the accent of one of the guests was strong, making it difficult to catch some words. When I could not understand "aipou" and asked again, it turned out to be "April." Even so, both of them were modest and dependable, and I was able to proceed smoothly.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainShimbashi～Ueno170JPY
    Section 2SubwayUeno～Asakusa180JPY
    Section 3SubwayAsakusa～Shibuya260JPY
    Section 4TrainShibuya～Harajuku150JPY
    Section 5TrainHarajuku～Shinjuku150JPY
    Total910JPY

    Tour Report by Takako

    Hello!! I’m Takako. Thank you for seeing my page. I’ve been showing guests around Tokyo, Yokohama and Kamakura for over six years. There are various things from historic sites, shrines and temples to cultural spots, good restaurants and anime shops in Japan.
    I love watching sumo wrestling, Japanese traditional sport.
    My favorite place is Tsukiji food market. It’s really exciting and you can enjoy a variety of delicious foods.
    I also like visiting Japanese gardens such as Hama-rikyu Gardens and Rikugien Gardens.
    Please let me know what interests you.
    I would be happy to make a suitable tour for you and help you stay in Japan comfortably.
    Looking forward to meeting you!!

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    Jul 21, 2026
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  • Tokyo in One Day: ODAIBA District & TSUKIJI Outer Market

    Tokyo in One Day: ODAIBA District & TSUKIJI Outer Market

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    June, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Meet at the 20fl lobby in Hotel Century Southern Tower
    • 11:00 1 ODAIBA District
    • 12:45 2 TSUKIJI Outer Market
    • 14:00 3 ASAKUSA & Senso-ji Temple
    • 15:30 See off at Asakusa River Cruise Port
    • (Since the cruise departs at 15:30, complete boarding procedures and depart)

    Title: What Is a Full-Day Private Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Odaiba, Toyosu, and Asakusa The guests were a cheerful group visiting from North America, and it was a pleasant tour throughout. We met as planned at their accommodation and started from there. Our first designated destination was Odaiba. On the Yurikamome line, the guests enjoyed the scenery from the very front car. After a walk around Odaiba along with a story about Perry, we headed to Toyosu Market. At the Tsukiji Outer Market, the guests enjoyed sampling and purchasing sesame, menchi-katsu, and snack kombu. As some of the guests were fond of matcha, they were very satisfied with a break at the Itoen tea stand and Kaminari Issa near Sensoji Temple. This private full-day tour was arranged through [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/), one of Japan's largest networks of government-licensed, English-speaking private tour guides serving all 47 prefectures.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Free PassShinjuku～Shimbashi700JPY
    Section 2Free PassToyosu～Shintomicho／Tsukiji～Asakusa0JPY
    Section 3TrainShimbashi～Odaiba Kaihinkoen325JPY
    Section 4TrainDaiba～Shijomae325JPY
    Section 5TrainShijomae～Toyosu189JPY
    Total1,539JPY

    Tour Report by Masa

    Welcome to Japan. I hope you are going to enjoy your stay.

    Who am I?
    I am a Licensed Guide Interpreter at an age of 61.
    I got an early retirement from 36 yrs of the employment in a Japanese financial sector.
    I hope I can attend to you with the Japanese politeness, hospitality and smile.

    What can I be expected?
    I would like to introduce the photogenic sites, the indigenous experiences
    and good Japanese local food around Tokyo, Hakone/Mt Fuji.
    I might be able to show you the features of shrine and temple with a religious manner if you’d like.
    As a matter of fact, I don’t have a specific religion to believe, though.
    I love Japan and that’s why I started a new career as a guide.

    What do I love?
    Most of all, my family. I have a wife 56 yrs old, a son 28 yrs old and a daughter 25 yrs old.
    I like eating raw fish and sushi, buckwheat noodles and curry rice.

    How do I spend my spear time?
    I run for 5 km in the morning listening to my favorite music.
    I might have a chance to go to a studio program in the fitness club nearby once a week.

    I look forward to meeting you soon.
    Thank you.

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    Jul 21, 2026
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  • Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide

    June, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • AM 09:00 Start at the hotel
    • Travel to Arashiyama
    • AM 10:00 – AM 11:20 Visit the bamboo grove from Nonomiya Shrine
    • Travel to Ryoanji Temple
    • AM 11:50 – PM 12:30 Visit Ryoanji Temple
    • Travel to Kinkakuji Temple
    • PM 12:45- 13:30　Visit Kinkakuji Temple
    • Travel to Kiyomizu-dera Temple
    • PM 14:20 – PM 15:00 Visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple
    • Tour ends

    What Is a Private Chartered-Car Kyoto Tour to Arashiyama and Kiyomizu-dera Like? A Licensed Guide's Report On a family tour from North America, we headed toward Arashiyama by chartered car. On the way there was such heavy rain that going outside seemed impossible, and I wondered what we should do, but afterward the rain never became strong enough to prevent us from walking, so we were able to carry out the planned tour itinerary as scheduled. At the final stop, Kiyomizu-dera, the chartered car took us as far up Chawanzaka slope as possible, but since the stairs and slopes of Kiyomizu-dera were difficult for one of the guests, that person waited at the gate while the others did the sightseeing. The guests thoroughly enjoyed the tour itself. The tour ended at Sannenzaka near Kiyomizu-dera.

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    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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    Tripadvisor review: Kanazawa Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
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    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。

  • Kanagawa: Gora Park & Hakone Shrine

    Kanagawa: Gora Park & Hakone Shrine

    Hakone Full-Day Customized Private Tour with Licensed Guide

    June, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Meet at the hotel
    • 10:30 Gora Park
    • 12:00 Owakudani
    • 14:00 Togendai
    • 15:00 Hakone Shrine
    • 16:30 Transfer to the hotel and end the tour

    What Is a Private Hakone Day Tour Like from Tokyo? A Licensed Guide's Report [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) guide led a private day tour of Hakone for a group visiting Japan from North America, following their earlier stay in Tokyo. The guests were traveling in Japan to celebrate a special occasion, and had already enjoyed their time in Tokyo before coming to Hakone, where they were staying at a high-end ryokan and enjoying the open-air baths. At the first stop, Gora Park, the guests were delighted by the rose garden and hydrangeas that were in full season, and they purchased many glass crafts as souvenirs at the craft shop inside the park. Unfortunately, the weather was rainy, so we could not fully enjoy the views at Owakudani, but the guests seemed to appreciate the ropeway ride along the way. At the final stop, Hakone Shrine, the guests purchased many good-luck charms and mentioned that they would keep them close at all times. I had originally planned to take the guests to the Hakone Open-Air Museum at the end, but because it was raining and the guests wished to return to the ryokan early to enjoy the open-air baths, we headed back to the Hotel without visiting it, ending the tour.

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    Tour Report by Atsushi

    Hello and welcome to Tokyo!

    I have been working for business with American companies for many years. I have many experiences guiding customers from around the world in Japan and taking Japanese customers to the USA and Europe.

    I now have a national license as a guiding interpreter, and I want to introduce the unique gigantic city of Tokyo and the traditional Japanese culture, which is not shown in the guidebooks, to people worldwide who are interested in it. In addition, I want to introduce various Japanese foods you can enjoy only in Japan.
    Unique experiences such as the Sumo Training Viewing and Tea Ceremony are optionally available.
    Depending on your preference and itinerary, I can guide you in Tokyo, Kamakura, and Hakone so that you can enjoy your time in Japan.

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    Jul 26, 2026
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    Jun 22, 2026
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  • Tokyo in One Day: Tokyo Station & Shibuya Station

    Tokyo in One Day: Tokyo Station & Shibuya Station

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    June, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Meeting place: Shangri-La Tokyo
    • 10:10 Depart Tokyo Station
    • (JR Yamanote Line)
    • Arrive Komagome Station
    • Komagome Rikugien Garden
    • 10:30 Depart Komagome Station
    • (JR Yamanote Line)
    • Ueno Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line)
    • 11:30 Arrive Asakusa Station
    • Asakusa Sensoji Temple
    • Nakamise Shopping Street
    • Asakusa Shrine
    • 12:30 Depart Asakusa Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line)
    • Ginza Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line)
    • 12:45 Arrive Hibiya Station
    • Hibiya Lunch: Tokyo Midtown Hibiya
    • 13:15 Depart Hibiya Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line)
    • 13:30 Arrive Meiji-jingumae Station
    • Harajuku Meiji Shrine
    • Takeshita Street
    • Cat Street
    • 14:30 Depart Meiji-jingumae Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line)
    • Omotesando Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line)
    • 14:45 Arrive Shibuya Station
    • Shibuya Scramble Crossing
    • Hachiko Statue
    • Tokyu Food Show
    • 15:30 Depart Shibuya Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line)
    • Akasaka-mitsuke Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line)
    • 16:00 Tokyo Station
    • 16:00 Dismissal: Tokyo Station

    Title: What Does a Private One-Day Tour of Tokyo's Main Sights Look Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting Japan for the first time from North America. [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) guide led this private one-day tour covering Tokyo's main highlights. The night before, they had arrived at Haneda Airport and taken a taxi to their hotel. This trip was a two-week visit to Japan, staying in Tokyo before continuing on to Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara, then returning to Tokyo before flying home. The following day, they were scheduled to take a one-day trip to Mount Fuji and Hakone. They expressed a wish: "Today we would like to see only the main spots in Tokyo." The tour took place under cloudy skies but in hot and humid weather. From Tokyo Station, we first headed to Komagome and Rikugien Garden. We moved to Komagome and Rikugien Garden, as the guests had said, "We would really like to see a Japanese garden." They made comments and asked questions such as, "What a beautiful garden. I'd love to create one in my own yard," "Do pine trees naturally grow with those curves?" and "Are these the same kind of trees used for bonsai?" Next, we went to Asakusa. As usual, it was crowded with large numbers of people, including many foreign tour groups and school excursion students. We started from in front of Kaminarimon Gate. I explained "Sensoji Temple and the history from Edo to Tokyo," "what the five-story pagoda is for," "what Buddhism is," and "the difference between Buddhism and Shinto." We took commemorative photos in front of Kaminarimon and strolled leisurely through Nakamise shopping street. There were questions such as, "What are Japan's main religions?" "How many Buddhists are there in Japan?" and "Besides Buddhism, what other religions do people follow?" For lunch, we moved to Hibiya. (I had received advance notice that everyone in the group avoided meat and fish entirely.) I took them to a restaurant in Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, but they didn't seem quite satisfied with it, so in the end some of the guests chose Vietnamese food while another chose spaghetti. We moved to Harajuku and visited Meiji Shrine. I explained "about Shinto," "about torii gates," "about Emperor Meiji," and "why wine barrels are displayed there." There were questions such as, "What kind of teachings does Shinto have?" "When did Shinto originate?" "How many shrines are there in Japan?" and "What is the difference between Buddhism and Shinto?" At the request of the group, we also strolled along Takeshita Street. They seemed to enjoy a cat café. We then went to Shibuya. We walked across the scramble crossing and took photos in front of the Hachiko statue. We also visited Tokyu Food Show. There were comments and questions such as, "I felt Tokyo is extremely safe," "Why are there no trash cans on the streets?" and "The Tokyo subway system is very well made." I saw them off at Tokyo Station, where we parted ways.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainTokyo Station～Komagome Station178JPY
    Section 2TrainKomagome Station～Ueno Station167JPY
    Section 3SubwayUeno Station～Asakusa Station178JPY
    Section 4SubwayAsakusa Station～Hibiya Station209JPY
    Section 5SubwayHibiya Station～Meiji-jingumae Station178JPY
    Section 6SubwayMeiji-jingumae Station～Shibuya Station178JPY
    Section 7SubwayShibuya Station～Tokyo Station209JPY
    Total1,297JPY

    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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  • Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    June, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 09:45 Meet up @sequence MIYASHITA PARK
    • 2. 09:50 Travel: Subway
    • 3. 10:25 Stay @Imperial Palace East Gardens
    • 4. 11:50 Travel: Subway
    • 5. 12:20 Lunch @Tsukiji Uogashi Shokudo
    • 6. 13:00 Stay @Tsukiji Outer Market
    • 7. 13:40 Travel: Subway
    • 8. 14:00 Stay @Asakusa
    • 9. 15:40 Travel: Subway
    • 10. 16:30 Disband @sequence MIYASHITA PARK

    What Is a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report There was a slight delay in reaching the guests via messaging app because the country code for the phone number was unclear, but once contact was made, communication went smoothly, and thanks to the sociable personality within the group, it turned into an enjoyable tour. The guests were a group visiting from North America. At the East Gardens, our first stop, it was quite hot, so the whole group took a break at the Honmaru rest area while enjoying ice cream. I truly realized how important it is to take frequent breaks during tours in the coming season. We spent a longer time than usual at the East Gardens. At Tsukiji, lately more guests choose to have lunch at the food court rather than at a sushi restaurant. It is convenient because there are many options, and even those who are not fond of raw fish can enjoy vegetable tempura or chicken. After Asakusa, I had planned to guide the group to Nezu Shrine as the final stop, but since we stayed longer in Asakusa and everyone seemed tired, I saw them off at the Hotel and we parted ways. Also, it seems the guests kindly wrote a highly positive review addressed to a booking platform. Although it may be difficult to read it on Tripadvisor, I sent a thank-you message via the messaging app.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Free PassShibuya Station～Otemachi Station900JPY
    Section 2Free PassOtemachi Station～Tsukiji Station0JPY
    Section 3Free PassTsukiji Station～Asakusa Station0JPY
    Section 4Free PassAsakusa Station～Shibuya Station0JPY
    Total900JPY

    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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    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    Tour of Tokyo sights was great!
    The tour experience…

    Jul 16, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    Excellent tour of Tokyo!
    Sam, was outstanding! Showed…

    Jul 9, 2026
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  • Nara in One Day: JR Nara Station & Naramachi

    Nara in One Day: JR Nara Station & Naramachi

    Nara Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    June, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:37 Meet the guest on the train at JR Horyuji Station and begin the tour (Start of Tour)
    • 9:48 JR Nara Station
    • (bus 250y, under 12yrs 130y)
    • 10:20-50 Ukigumo-enchi in Nara Deer Park
    • 　 (walk 10 minutes)
    • 11:10-50 Kasuga-taisha Shrine (UNESCO World Heritage)
    • entrance 700 yen, under 12yrs free
    • (walk 10 minutes)
    • 12:00-20 at the foot of Wakakusayama Hill:
    • former katana sword manufacturer's
    • (walk 10 minutes)
    • 12:30-13:00 lunch at Emado-chaya
    • 13:00-13:30 Todaiji's Nigatsudo Hall (walk 5 minutes)
    • 13:40 Todaiji's Shoro Bell Tower (walk 10 minutes)
    • 14:00-30 Todaiji's Great Buddha Hall entrance 800y, under 12yrs 400y
    • (walk 5 minutes)
    • 14:40-50 Todaiji's Nandaimon (South Great Gate)
    • (walk 15 minutes)
    • 15:10-20 Kofukuji
    • (walk 15 minutes)
    • 15:30- Naramachi
    • 16:55 JR Nara Station

    What Is a Private Nara Park Tour Like in the Rain? A Licensed Guide's Report Today's guests were visitors from North America. They shared a great deal that cannot be found in books or online, offering insights into history, language, and daily life connected to their background. When I mentioned that the name Maya is the same as the name of the Buddha's mother, everyone was surprised. Together with the sudden heavy downpour that turned Nara Park into what looked like a river, I believe it became an unforgettable memory. The next day the group planned to head to Hiroshima. This tour was arranged through [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/), one of Japan's largest networks of government-licensed, English-speaking private tour guides serving all 47 prefectures.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainHoryuji～Nara240JPY
    Section 2BusJR Nara Station～Todaiji Great Buddha Hall250JPY
    Section 3BusKintetsu Nara Station～JR Nara Station250JPY
    Section 4TrainNara～Horyuji240JPY
    Total980JPY

    Tour Report by Junichi

    Hello! Thank you for choosing Nara! I bet you’ll love Nara. I specialize in Nara because Nara is the unique place where in one day you can cover the history and religions of Japan from the ancient times to the post war era while enjoying rambling in the UNESCO World Heritage park, having communication with lovely deer, surrounded with the beautiful nature.
    I grew up in Nara, went university in Kyoto, enjoyed teaching at high schools and a university in Osaka. The three former capitals of Japan are home to me.
    After retiring from teaching I began guiding so that I can meet various people from various corners of the world with a variety of cultures and backgrounds. Each time I guide, I find it hugely rewarding because I learn a lot from my guests sharing the history, culture and all that I know about Nara, Kyoto and Osaka.
    I used to be a marathon runner, mountain climber and skier though I am not much of them anymore.
    What I especially recommend is to stay in Nara a couple of days and enjoy communicating with friendly deer while visiting UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Nara in early morning, temples and shrines at night are well worth experiencing.

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  • Kyoto in One Day: Discussion of destinations & Nijo Castle

    Kyoto in One Day: Discussion of destinations & Nijo Castle

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    June, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:00 Meet (@Hotel Granvia Kyoto)
    • 8:00-8:20 Discussion of destinations (Receive change requests here, and re-discuss tour content with the customer)
    • 8:20-8:50 Travel (City bus; Kyoto Station → Sanjusangendo-mae)
    • 8:50-9:40 Visit Sanjusangendo
    • 9:40-10:10 Travel (Taxi; Sanjusangendo → Kinkaku-ji)
    • 10:10:11:00 Visit Kinkaku-ji
    • 11:00-11:20 Travel (Taxi; Kinkaku-ji → Restaurant Kyo Ginkaku Hachiyoshi)
    • 11:20-12:10 Lunch (@Kyo Ginkaku Hachiyoshi)
    • 12:10-12:30 Travel (Taxi: Restaurant → Nijo Castle)
    • 12:30-13:30 Visit Nijo Castle
    • 13:30 Farewell in front of Nijo Castle

    Can You Customize a Private Kyoto Day Tour On the Spot? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from North America. One of the guests had previously taught English in Okayama for a few years. After meeting the guests, they requested a change to the originally agreed itinerary, as one member of the group had an injured leg and found stairs particularly difficult. The pre-agreed plan had been Kiyomizu-dera → Sanjusangendo → a stroll in Gion → Ginkaku-ji, but after discussing again, we canceled the visit to Kiyomizu-dera, which has many stairs, and added Kinkaku-ji, which the guests were keen to see. The revised itinerary became Sanjusangendo → Kinkaku-ji → (lunch) → Nijo Castle. The guests had apparently tried to contact me in advance, but their email did not go through, so the change was requested on the day. Since the restaurant was already reserved, we kept the original booking and simply adjusted the lunch timing. The weather brought a little rain, but we were able to do the tour mostly under cloudy skies, which was fortunate. The guests were especially pleased to see Kinkaku-ji, which they had particularly wanted to visit. Some of the guests said Kinkaku-ji was their favorite, while others preferred Sanjusangendo.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusKyoto Station～Sanjusangendo-mae230JPY
    Section 2OtherSanjusangendo～Kinkaku-ji0JPY
    Section 3OtherKinkaku-ji～Restaurant Kyo Ginkaku Hachiyoshi0JPY
    Section 4OtherRestaurant (Kyo Ginkaku Hachiyoshi)～Nijo Castle0JPY
    Total230JPY

    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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  • Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    June, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:00 Meet at Kyoto Station　8:20 Yasaka Pagoda　8:40 Kiyomizu-dera Temple　10:20 Eikan-do Temple　11:45 Lunch near Ginkaku-ji Temple (Japanese cuisine) 12:30 Ginkaku-ji Temple　14:00 Drop off at Kyoto Station and end the tour

    Title: What Is a Private Kyoto Day Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Kiyomizu-dera and Eikan-do The guests visited Japan from Asia. This was their fifth trip to Japan, but their first time in Kyoto. On this trip, they were traveling through Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, and Kobe over about two weeks. Before the tour began, I had wondered whether the slopes leading up to Kiyomizu-dera might be difficult, but the guests were very composed, and although we went slowly, there was no fussing or complaining at all, so there were no problems. The guests did not do any unnecessary shopping, so there were no requests to buy things. It was fortunate that the tour started at 8:00, when Kiyomizu-dera was still uncrowded. The weather forecast for the day predicted rain all day, with especially heavy rain in the afternoon, so I had been quite worried, but we were blessed with good weather, with only light rain and occasional glimpses of sunshine. It had been several months since I last visited Eikan-do, and I noticed how many "Do not sit down" signs there were. It seems many foreign visitors sit down to rest in the corridors or take photos there. I saw the guests off at Kyoto Station, ending the tour. The photo was taken in the garden of Eikan-do.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Free PassKyoto Station～Kiyomizu-michi1,100JPY
    Section 2Free PassHigashiyama Yasui～Higashiyama Sanjo0JPY
    Section 3Free PassHigashiyama Sanjo～Nanzenji・Eikando-mae0JPY
    Section 4Free PassNanzenji・Eikando-mae～Ginkakuji-michi0JPY
    Section 5Free PassGinkakuji-michi～Karasuma Imadegawa0JPY
    Section 6Free PassImadegawa～Kyoto0JPY
    Total1,100JPY

    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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    Great way to see Kyoto
    Wonderful tour and exceptional guide.

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  • Kyoto: Gion Shijo station & Rental shop Wargo

    Kyoto: Gion Shijo station & Rental shop Wargo

    Kyoto Customized Tour & Kimono Experience, Licensed Guide

    June, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:30. Meet at Kyoto station
    • 10:58. Gion Shijo station
    • Snack
    • 11:30. Experience of wearing Kimono
    • 12:30. Dressing Kimono up.
    • 13:37. Arashiyama station
    • 13:50. Bamboo path
    • 14:30. Tenryuji temple
    • Light lunch
    • 15:50. Togetukyo bridge
    • 16:40. Rental shop Wargo

    What Is a Private Kimono Tour of Arashiyama in Kyoto Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a very warm group. Some of the guests wore kimono and took photos together, though one member did not want to go outside in a kimono, so the group enjoyed Arashiyama with some of them in kimono. The forecast had called for rain, but luckily it stayed cloudy, and we were able to sightsee without getting wet. Walking in geta sandals can cause chafing between the toes, so I had prepared adhesive bandages for everyone in advance, which proved very useful. Since it was hot and humid, we took breaks at cafés as early as possible while sightseeing, but the group seemed to become quite tired.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainKyoto Station～Arashiyama1,160JPY
    Total1,160JPY

    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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