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  • Tokyo: Tsukiji Outer Market food

    Tokyo: Tsukiji Outer Market food

    Tour Itinerary

    • 5:00-6:30 Toyosu Market Tuna Auction, meet at the Ichibamae LAWSON
    • 6:30-6:45 Taxi from Toyosu to Tsukiji
    • 6:45-7:30 Tsukiji Outer Market food walk

    # What Is a Private Tsukiji Fish Market Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visiting Japan from Europe and staying at their hotel. At the guests' request, we confirmed in advance by email that the tour would end 30 minutes earlier than usual, at 7:30. During the visit to the auction area, the guests were captivated by the exchanges between the auctioneers. I explained the mechanisms of the auction and distribution, price fluctuations, and the daily flow of the market. The guests seemed interested in the story of the record-high bid at the first auction when the market moved to its new location, as well as the story of the president of a well-known sushi restaurant chain. As the guests were also very fond of Japanese food, I explained about tuna, sushi in general, and various other dishes.

    Hello, Bonjour, Buongiorno!

    I’m Kei, Keisuke YAMAMOTO, japanese freelance Government-licensed guide and interpreter in French and in English, speaking Italian as well. Having accompanied guests to all over Japan by now with whole 47 prefectures, all year round. 11 years and over 1500 days of experience as a professional guide since 2015, after 24 years of work at French Tourist Board in Tokyo in charge of promotion and marketing.
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    Je suis Kei, Keisuke YAMAMOTO, guide-interprète indépendant japonais, agréé par le gouvernement en langues française et anglaise, parlant également italien. Ayant accompagné des clients dans tout le Japon avec se 47 départements, toute l’année. 11 ans et plus de 1500 jours d’expérience en tant que guide professionel depuis 2015, après 24 ans de travail à l’Office de Tourisme Français à Tokyo en charge de la promotion et du marketing.
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    Sono Kei, Keisuke YAMAMOTO, un guida-interprete indipendente giappone e approvato dal governo per le lingue francese e inglese, parlo italiano anche. Avo accompagno i clienti in tutto il Giappone, con sue 47 province, tutto l’anno. 10 anni e piu di 1500 journi di esperienza come guida professionista dal 2015, dopo 24 anni di lavoro presso l’Ufficio del Turismo francese a Tokyo come responsabile della promozione e del marketing.
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    Having lived mostly in Kawasaki city attached to Tokyo in the West, I have a good knowledge and profound experience of Tokyo and its surrounding areas such as Mount Fuji, Hakone and Kamakura or Nikko.
    A history lover and food lover, qualified as JSA Wine Expert, I’d like to help you choosing good restaurants and good drinks including Sake.
    Let’s go together for a delightful discovery in Japan.
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    Ayant vécu principalement dans la ville de Kawasaki rattachée à Tokyo à l’Ouest, j’ai une bonne connaissance et une profonde expérience de Tokyo et de ses environs comme le Mont Fuji, Hakone et Kamakura ou Nikko.
    Passionné d’histoire et de gastronomie, diplômé JSA Wine Expert, j’aimerais vous aider à choisir de bons restaurants et de bonnes boissons dont le Saké.
    Partons ensemble pour une délicieuse découverte du Japon.
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    Avendo vissuto principalmente nella città di Kawasaki, vicina a Tokyo, ho una buona conoscenza e una profonda esperienza di Tokyo e dei suoi dintorni, come il Monte Fuji, Hakone e Kamakura o Nikko.
    Appassionato di storia e gastronomia, laureato Wine Expert presso la JSA, vorrei aiutarvi a scegliere buoni ristoranti e buoni bevande, tra cui il sakè.
    Partiamo insieme per una deliziosa scoperta del Giappone.

    Jun 5, 2025
    Jenan_A
    Lovely experience but expensive
    Viator review: Toyosu Market Morning Tuna Auction and Tsukiji Food Tour with Licensed Guide
    What a lovely…

  • Tokyo in Half a Day: Nezu and the Yanesen area

    Tokyo in Half a Day: Nezu and the Yanesen area

    Tour Itinerary

    • 13:00 Asakusa. Meet at the hotel.
    • 13:00-15:30 Strolling around the Asakusa area and the grounds of Senso-ji Temple
    • Asakusa → Ueno Hirokoji; Yushima → Nezu
    • 16:00-17:00 Strolling through Nezu and the Yanesen area
    • 17:00-18:00 Extended stroll through Yanesen. Disband near Nippori Station

    What's a Private Off-the-Beaten-Path Tour of Asakusa, Nezu, and Yanaka in Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America who wanted to avoid crowded tourist spots and instead experience Japanese culture and everyday local life. Some of the guests were learning Japanese through a language-learning app, so practicing Japanese conversation during the tour was one of their requests. In Asakusa, rather than following the common route from Kaminarimon Gate through Nakamise Street, we first visited a shop selling festival goods and a shop selling traditional Japanese musical instruments, and I explained Japanese history and culture through the various items on sale. The guests purchased a tenugui hand towel featuring a witty rebus-style design. In Nezu, we strolled through a residential neighborhood where some buildings appeared to date from before the war. We browsed old-fashioned storefronts such as a kimono cleaning shop, a fresh fish shop, and a rice shop, and finally made our way to Yanaka Ginza. At the guests' request, I extended the tour by one hour, allowing them to experience a side of Tokyo with few tourists.

    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayAsakusa~Ueno Hirokoji180JPY
    Section 2SubwayYushima~Nezu180JPY
    Total360JPY

    Hello, Bonjour, Buongiorno!

    I’m Kei, Keisuke YAMAMOTO, japanese freelance Government-licensed guide and interpreter in French and in English, speaking Italian as well. Having accompanied guests to all over Japan by now with whole 47 prefectures, all year round. 11 years and over 1500 days of experience as a professional guide since 2015, after 24 years of work at French Tourist Board in Tokyo in charge of promotion and marketing.
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    Je suis Kei, Keisuke YAMAMOTO, guide-interprète indépendant japonais, agréé par le gouvernement en langues française et anglaise, parlant également italien. Ayant accompagné des clients dans tout le Japon avec se 47 départements, toute l’année. 11 ans et plus de 1500 jours d’expérience en tant que guide professionel depuis 2015, après 24 ans de travail à l’Office de Tourisme Français à Tokyo en charge de la promotion et du marketing.
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    Sono Kei, Keisuke YAMAMOTO, un guida-interprete indipendente giappone e approvato dal governo per le lingue francese e inglese, parlo italiano anche. Avo accompagno i clienti in tutto il Giappone, con sue 47 province, tutto l’anno. 10 anni e piu di 1500 journi di esperienza come guida professionista dal 2015, dopo 24 anni di lavoro presso l’Ufficio del Turismo francese a Tokyo come responsabile della promozione e del marketing.
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    Having lived mostly in Kawasaki city attached to Tokyo in the West, I have a good knowledge and profound experience of Tokyo and its surrounding areas such as Mount Fuji, Hakone and Kamakura or Nikko.
    A history lover and food lover, qualified as JSA Wine Expert, I’d like to help you choosing good restaurants and good drinks including Sake.
    Let’s go together for a delightful discovery in Japan.
    * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
    Ayant vécu principalement dans la ville de Kawasaki rattachée à Tokyo à l’Ouest, j’ai une bonne connaissance et une profonde expérience de Tokyo et de ses environs comme le Mont Fuji, Hakone et Kamakura ou Nikko.
    Passionné d’histoire et de gastronomie, diplômé JSA Wine Expert, j’aimerais vous aider à choisir de bons restaurants et de bonnes boissons dont le Saké.
    Partons ensemble pour une délicieuse découverte du Japon.
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    Avendo vissuto principalmente nella città di Kawasaki, vicina a Tokyo, ho una buona conoscenza e una profonda esperienza di Tokyo e dei suoi dintorni, come il Monte Fuji, Hakone e Kamakura o Nikko.
    Appassionato di storia e gastronomia, laureato Wine Expert presso la JSA, vorrei aiutarvi a scegliere buoni ristoranti e buoni bevande, tra cui il sakè.
    Partiamo insieme per una deliziosa scoperta del Giappone.

    Jun 5, 2025
    Jenan_A
    Lovely experience but expensive
    Viator review: Toyosu Market Morning Tuna Auction and Tsukiji Food Tour with Licensed Guide
    What a lovely…

  • Kyoto in One Day: Nanzen-ji Temple & Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine

    Kyoto in One Day: Nanzen-ji Temple & Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine

    Tour Itinerary

    • 13:00 Meet at Hotel
    • 13:00‐14:00 Nanzen-ji Temple
    • Lake Biwa Canal→Heian Shrine Torii Gate→Shirakawa Stroll
    • 14:30‐15:00 Yasaka Shrine
    • Yasaka Koshindo→Hokan-ji Temple Five-Story Pagoda→Sannenzaka→Kiyomizu-dera Temple
    • 15:40- 16:40 Kiyomizu-dera Temple
    • 17:30 – 18:30 Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
    • Dismissal at Shidan-kaido

    What's a Full-Day Private Walking Tour of Kyoto Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Nanzen-ji, Yasaka Shrine, Kiyomizu-dera, and Fushimi Inari The guests were a group who walked with me all the way to Nanzen-ji Temple. At Nanzen-ji, they first climbed the Sanmon gate. In the Hatto (Dharma Hall), the guests were happy to offer incense. At the Hojo, the guests especially enjoyed taking photographs of the garden. We then moved on toward Shirakawa, passing along the Lake Biwa Canal. On the way, seeing the statue of the canal workers, one of the guests happily took photographs. They were also delighted to photograph the great torii gate of Heian Shrine, moved by the beautiful flow of Shirakawa, and happily took photographs on the Ippon-bashi bridge. We then entered Yasaka Shrine through its West Gate and enjoyed touring the auxiliary shrines of Yasaka Shrine. Since one of the guests runs a business, they especially enjoyed taking photographs with the stone statue of Ebisu at the Ebisu Shrine. At Yasaka Shrine, by chance a dance was being dedicated at the Buden (dance hall), which the guests were happy to watch. At Yasaka Koshin-do they enjoyed taking photographs with the monkey ornaments, and at the five-story pagoda of Hokan-ji they happily took photographs from various angles. When I asked about their preferred destinations, they said "somewhere within walking distance," so I included Kiyomizu-dera, thinking it would be less crowded than during peak times, but even in the late afternoon, climbing Kiyomizu-zaka was still difficult. After much effort we finally reached Kiyomizu-dera. They listened carefully to my explanations of the various sights. Some people hesitate to enter the main hall, but both guests entered with interest and listened attentively to my explanation of the Buddhist statues in the inner sanctuary. Usually many people line up at the keisu bowl, but since it was relatively empty, one of the guests tried it, producing a very calm and pleasant sound. In front of the Koyasu Pagoda, at a guest's request, I was included in a photograph, and Kiyomizu-dera finished earlier than scheduled. When I asked whether they would like to go to Fushimi Inari Taisha by taxi or walk to the Keihan station and take the train, they chose the train, so they experienced their first train ride in Kyoto. At Fushimi Inari Taisha, we happened to see the priests cleaning the dance hall and practicing their prayers, which was a rather rare sight. Perhaps because of the time of day, there were few people, so they were able to try the Omokaru-ishi stone. Although the plan had been to see the Senbon Torii and return, since we had a little time, I also showed them the "Neagari no Matsu" pine tree, where one of the guests again happily took a commemorative photograph. After that, since the plan was to guide them to a spot where a taxi could easily be caught and then part ways, I guided them to Shidan-kaido, helped them into a taxi, and said goodbye. The guests were polite and friendly, and it was a very pleasant experience to guide them.

    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainKiyomizu-Gojo~Fushimi Inari220JPY
    Total220JPY

    I am a 53-year-old woman, living in Kyoto for nearly 40 years. I got the license in 2001. Since then, I worked as an interpreter or a translator in several companies, secretary at universities, and now work for a company on weekdays at the international dept.I do guiding job only weekend now. I started full swing guiding career after COVID-19 pandemic. I have gotten good review from many of my guests. I love my hometown, Kyoto which has a lot of interesting and historical sites to see. Particularly, I am native to Arashiyama which is famous for bamboo forest. So, I know a lot of places where you can relax yourself around this area. Other than that, Kyoto has many attractive sites which surely interest you.Also, I like meeting many people from different cultural background. I am very happy if I learn about your culture as well. Let’s enjoy exploring around Kyoto!

    May 18, 2026
    WENDY_W
    Viator review: Kyoto 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Excellent day out
    The trip was really well planned and organised, it…

    Sep 21, 2025
    joshsJ915FC
    Super tour of Kyoto
    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Really wonderful tour of markets and geisha district.…

    Jun 16, 2025
    Chanyl C
    Highly recommend
    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    My husband and I really enjoyed the Kyoto tour.…

    May 18, 2025
    Steve J
    A relaxing, enjoyable visit to Arashiyama.
    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Satori was very kind and…

  • Tokyo in One Day: Asakusa Sensoji Temple grounds & Harajuku

    Tokyo in One Day: Asakusa Sensoji Temple grounds & Harajuku

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:00 Shibuya Meet at the hotel. Take the Ginza Line to Asakusa.
    • 9:00-11:00 Asakusa Sensoji Temple grounds.
    • 11:30 Ueno Ameyoko
    • 12:30 Ueno Park Toshogu Shrine, baseball stadium
    • 13:30 Shibuya
    • 14:00 Harajuku

    What's a Private Family Day Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Asakusa, Ueno, and Harajuku The guests were visitors from North America. One of the guests had visited Japan about 30 years earlier and led the group with a guidebook in hand. Based on a pre-meeting discussion arranged before the tour, we planned to visit Asakusa and Ueno Ameyoko in the east, and Omotesando and Harajuku in the west. Since some of the guests would be staying for about two weeks for a special lecture, I provided not only sightseeing information but also practical tips useful for daily life in Japan. At Sensoji Temple, the guests enjoyed street food, and while looking at Tokyo Skytree, I introduced some of its technical aspects. At Ameyoko they experienced a lively, bustling atmosphere, and in Ueno Park we also visited Toshogu Shrine. We took the JR line to Shibuya. We had planned to have a light meal, but at the guests' request to visit Meiji Shrine, I extended the time to accommodate them. The Japanese irises in the Inner Garden were beautiful and much appreciated. The tour ended at the entrance to Takeshita Street. I provided information on recommended spots according to the guests' requests, including a micro pig cafe, a Jump Shop, a sushi restaurant, and Shibuya Yokocho. Since the guests planned to sightsee in Hakone and then travel to the Kansai region at a later date, I also offered travel tips such as using takkyubin luggage delivery and the delivery service at Hakone-Yumoto Station.

    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayShibuya~Asakusa260JPY
    Section 2SubwayAsakusa~Ueno180JPY
    Section 3TrainUeno~Shibuya210JPY
    Section 4TrainShibuya~Harajuku150JPY
    Total800JPY

    Hello, Bonjour, Buongiorno!

    I’m Kei, Keisuke YAMAMOTO, japanese freelance Government-licensed guide and interpreter in French and in English, speaking Italian as well. Having accompanied guests to all over Japan by now with whole 47 prefectures, all year round. 11 years and over 1500 days of experience as a professional guide since 2015, after 24 years of work at French Tourist Board in Tokyo in charge of promotion and marketing.
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    Je suis Kei, Keisuke YAMAMOTO, guide-interprète indépendant japonais, agréé par le gouvernement en langues française et anglaise, parlant également italien. Ayant accompagné des clients dans tout le Japon avec se 47 départements, toute l’année. 11 ans et plus de 1500 jours d’expérience en tant que guide professionel depuis 2015, après 24 ans de travail à l’Office de Tourisme Français à Tokyo en charge de la promotion et du marketing.
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    Sono Kei, Keisuke YAMAMOTO, un guida-interprete indipendente giappone e approvato dal governo per le lingue francese e inglese, parlo italiano anche. Avo accompagno i clienti in tutto il Giappone, con sue 47 province, tutto l’anno. 10 anni e piu di 1500 journi di esperienza come guida professionista dal 2015, dopo 24 anni di lavoro presso l’Ufficio del Turismo francese a Tokyo come responsabile della promozione e del marketing.
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    Having lived mostly in Kawasaki city attached to Tokyo in the West, I have a good knowledge and profound experience of Tokyo and its surrounding areas such as Mount Fuji, Hakone and Kamakura or Nikko.
    A history lover and food lover, qualified as JSA Wine Expert, I’d like to help you choosing good restaurants and good drinks including Sake.
    Let’s go together for a delightful discovery in Japan.
    * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
    Ayant vécu principalement dans la ville de Kawasaki rattachée à Tokyo à l’Ouest, j’ai une bonne connaissance et une profonde expérience de Tokyo et de ses environs comme le Mont Fuji, Hakone et Kamakura ou Nikko.
    Passionné d’histoire et de gastronomie, diplômé JSA Wine Expert, j’aimerais vous aider à choisir de bons restaurants et de bonnes boissons dont le Saké.
    Partons ensemble pour une délicieuse découverte du Japon.
    * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
    Avendo vissuto principalmente nella città di Kawasaki, vicina a Tokyo, ho una buona conoscenza e una profonda esperienza di Tokyo e dei suoi dintorni, come il Monte Fuji, Hakone e Kamakura o Nikko.
    Appassionato di storia e gastronomia, laureato Wine Expert presso la JSA, vorrei aiutarvi a scegliere buoni ristoranti e buoni bevande, tra cui il sakè.
    Partiamo insieme per una deliziosa scoperta del Giappone.

    Jun 5, 2025
    Jenan_A
    Lovely experience but expensive
    Viator review: Toyosu Market Morning Tuna Auction and Tsukiji Food Tour with Licensed Guide
    What a lovely…

  • Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine/Inner Garden & Asakusa

    Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine/Inner Garden & Asakusa

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:30 Meet up @Keio Plaza
    • 11:00 Meiji Shrine/Inner Garden
    • 13:00 Nijubashi Bridge
    • 13:30 Lunch (Ramen battleground in KITTE basement)
    • 14:45 Asakusa
    • 16:50 Disband @Keio Plaza

    What Is a Private One-Day Tokyo Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Meiji Shrine, the Imperial Palace, and Asakusa The guests were visitors from North America. Nothing was mentioned by the guests themselves, but based on my first impression I guided them with extra care and attention throughout the day. This was the first day of their sightseeing, and since they told me they planned to stay in Tokyo for a while, we decided to visit Tokyo's main attractions while also practicing how to use public transportation so they could get around on their own afterward. I guided them to Meiji Shrine, the Imperial Palace (Nijubashi Bridge), and Asakusa. At Meiji Shrine, the irises were coming into their best season, so we toured the Meiji Shrine Inner Garden together. Since there was a long line at the Kiyomasa Well, I showed them a photo I had taken during a preliminary visit the day before and we skipped it. On the way to Nijubashi Bridge, one of the guests began to feel unwell with heart palpitations, so we stopped on the spot and waited for things to calm down. I suggested moving somewhere to sit, but they said it was a preexisting condition and that it was better to stay still and remain calm until it passed, so we stayed there for about ten minutes. After settling down a little, we rested on a park bench in the plaza in front of Nijubashi Bridge. I suggested returning to the hotel as it was, but the guests said they were fine, so we continued the tour. Rather than going all the way up to Nijubashi Bridge, we went to a point where it was visible and then turned back. We had lunch at Tokyo Station and rested before heading to Asakusa. I decided to avoid the crowded Nakamise shopping street and to guide them with frequent breaks along the way. Thanks to this, there were no more palpitations after that, though we ran a little over on time. Even so, I was relieved above all that I was able to return the guests safely to their hotel. They told me they would be traveling to Hakone from the next day, so on the way back I took them to the Odakyu Line ticket gates at Shinjuku Station to confirm the location, and we also checked at the information center how to use the tickets they had. The guests were very pleasant and seemed accustomed to international travel, and they thanked me, saying they could never have covered this much in a single day on their own.

    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainShinjuku~Harajuku150JPY
    Section 2SubwayMeiji-jingumae~Nijubashimae210JPY
    Section 3TrainTokyo~Kanda150JPY
    Section 4SubwayKanda~Asakusa180JPY
    Section 5SubwayAsakusa~Kanda180JPY
    Section 6TrainKanda~Shinjuku180JPY
    Total1,050JPY

    I’m Yoko Kusumoto, a government lisenced English-speaking guide.
    I have been living in Tokyo for more than 20 years, and it’s my pleasure to show you around Tokyo. I recommend Meiji Shrine and Asakusa if you are first time in Japan. I also recommend off-the-beaton path spots like Fukagawa Fudodo and Gotokuji Temple(lucky cat temple).
    I was born and brought up in Kamakura, where the first shogun’s government was established. It will be my pleasure to introduce you my hometown as well.

    I live with my husband and one teenage son.
    I like traveling, flowers, sewing, quilting, scrapbooking, and exploring Tokyo.

    I’m looking forward to hearing from you soon.

    Jun 2, 2026
    ericahT6840AD
    Awesome!
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Our day with Yoko was great! She took us to some…

    May 20, 2026
    CharKris17
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    Tokyo Walking Tour
    We did a six-hour walking tour of Tokyo with…

    May 3, 2026
    jefftK1794VZ
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Fantastic day exploring Tokyo
    This was our first time visiting Tokyo and…

    Oct 23, 2025
    Y6401BOshaunam
    Knowledgable, engaging guide Yoko Kusmoto made day of Tokyo history, architecture and insights exceptional. le.
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  • Tokyo: Toyosu Market: Tuna auction & Tsukiji Outer Market

    Tokyo: Toyosu Market: Tuna auction & Tsukiji Outer Market

    Tour Itinerary

    • 5:00 Meet at Toyosu Market
    • 5:10-7:00 Toyosu Market: Tuna auction tour
    • 7:00-7:20 Produce market tour
    • 7:20-7:30 Taxi from Toyosu Market to Tsukiji Outer Market
    • 7:30-8:00 Tsukiji Outer Market

    What Is a Private Tsukiji Market Walking Tour in Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report A guest visiting Japan from the Middle East had previously visited the old Tsukiji Market before its relocation, when free viewing of the tuna auction was available by lottery. Using the wall panels, I traced the market's history from the Edo period, explaining how it moved from Nihonbashi to Tsukiji after the Great Kanto Earthquake, and later relocated to Toyosu due to the aging of the facilities. From the rooftop of the Tsukiji Uogashi Kaikobashi building, the guest was able to look out over the former site of the inner market. Since breakfast was planned back at the hotel, a large amount was not needed, but the guest wished to try tuna, so we purchased some at Tsukiji Uogashi and enjoyed it on the terrace upstairs.

    Hello, Bonjour, Buongiorno!

    I’m Kei, Keisuke YAMAMOTO, japanese freelance Government-licensed guide and interpreter in French and in English, speaking Italian as well. Having accompanied guests to all over Japan by now with whole 47 prefectures, all year round. 11 years and over 1500 days of experience as a professional guide since 2015, after 24 years of work at French Tourist Board in Tokyo in charge of promotion and marketing.
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    Je suis Kei, Keisuke YAMAMOTO, guide-interprète indépendant japonais, agréé par le gouvernement en langues française et anglaise, parlant également italien. Ayant accompagné des clients dans tout le Japon avec se 47 départements, toute l’année. 11 ans et plus de 1500 jours d’expérience en tant que guide professionel depuis 2015, après 24 ans de travail à l’Office de Tourisme Français à Tokyo en charge de la promotion et du marketing.
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    Sono Kei, Keisuke YAMAMOTO, un guida-interprete indipendente giappone e approvato dal governo per le lingue francese e inglese, parlo italiano anche. Avo accompagno i clienti in tutto il Giappone, con sue 47 province, tutto l’anno. 10 anni e piu di 1500 journi di esperienza come guida professionista dal 2015, dopo 24 anni di lavoro presso l’Ufficio del Turismo francese a Tokyo come responsabile della promozione e del marketing.
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    Having lived mostly in Kawasaki city attached to Tokyo in the West, I have a good knowledge and profound experience of Tokyo and its surrounding areas such as Mount Fuji, Hakone and Kamakura or Nikko.
    A history lover and food lover, qualified as JSA Wine Expert, I’d like to help you choosing good restaurants and good drinks including Sake.
    Let’s go together for a delightful discovery in Japan.
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    Ayant vécu principalement dans la ville de Kawasaki rattachée à Tokyo à l’Ouest, j’ai une bonne connaissance et une profonde expérience de Tokyo et de ses environs comme le Mont Fuji, Hakone et Kamakura ou Nikko.
    Passionné d’histoire et de gastronomie, diplômé JSA Wine Expert, j’aimerais vous aider à choisir de bons restaurants et de bonnes boissons dont le Saké.
    Partons ensemble pour une délicieuse découverte du Japon.
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    Avendo vissuto principalmente nella città di Kawasaki, vicina a Tokyo, ho una buona conoscenza e una profonda esperienza di Tokyo e dei suoi dintorni, come il Monte Fuji, Hakone e Kamakura o Nikko.
    Appassionato di storia e gastronomia, laureato Wine Expert presso la JSA, vorrei aiutarvi a scegliere buoni ristoranti e buoni bevande, tra cui il sakè.
    Partiamo insieme per una deliziosa scoperta del Giappone.

    Jun 5, 2025
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  • Osaka in Half a Day: Doguyasuji / Kuromon Market

    Osaka in Half a Day: Doguyasuji / Kuromon Market

    Tour Itinerary

    • 13:00 Meet at Hotel
    • 13:00-14:00 Doguyasuji / Kuromon Market
    • 14:20-15:30 Shitennoji Temple
    • 15:50-16:35 Dotonbori / Hozenji Yokocho Alley
    • 16:35 End of tour

    Title: What's a Private Walking Tour of Osaka's Dotonbori and Kuromon Market Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group who came from Kyoto in the morning and wished to sightsee around the Dotonbori area. Starting from their hotel, we headed toward Nipponbashi and walked through Ota Road, enjoying the atmosphere of the town while watching the maid café staff and other sights. We passed through Doguyasuji, looking at kitchen knives and food samples, then went to Kuromon Market, where we ate takoyaki and dango. I took many photos for them around the town and in front of the lanterns at Kuromon Market. At Shitennoji Temple, they were delighted to see the turtles, though the temple did not seem to interest the younger members of the group much, and they were far more excited about Dotonbori. We took photos striking the same pose in front of the Glico sign, as well as in front of the crab signboard. I also gave directions back toward the hotel and pointed out Amerikamura and Shinsaibashi shopping street. After showing them Hozenji Yokocho, some of the guests became a little hungry, so we decided to have a light meal at a café in Sennichimae and parted ways a bit earlier than planned.

    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayNippombashi (Osaka)~Shitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka190JPY
    Section 2SubwayShitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka~Namba (Subway)190JPY
    Total380JPY

    Hi! I’m an official English guide in Wakayama prefecture. I’m also a national guide as well. I’d like to expand my guide area to help tourists.
    The town of Osaka offers a different atmosphere than Tokyo. I like both exciting Osaka and nature-filled Wakayama Prefecture.
    If you stay in Osaka for 3 days, you can go to Koyasan for one day, or even for a day trip, so I recommend sightseeing at Koyasan.
    If you are tired of the hustle and bustle of the big city, the nature of Koyasan will relax you.
    I will introduce you to the unique culture, history and must-see sights.

    Aug 17, 2026
    yasmintX6792FN
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  • Kyoto in Half a Day: Fushimi Inari

    Kyoto in Half a Day: Fushimi Inari

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Hotel Meet (Hotel Blossom Kyoto)
    • 10:00-11:00 Travel (Subway; Gojo → Uzumasa Tenjingawa, Keifuku Electric Railway; Randen Tenjingawa → Arashiyama)
    • 11:00-12:20 Arashiyama walk & sightseeing (Kimono Forest, bamboo grove, Nonomiya Shrine, Tenryu-ji garden [Hyakkaen, Sogenchi garden], Togetsukyo Bridge)
    • 12:20-13:20 Travel (Hankyu Electric Railway; Arashiyama → Kawaramachi Shijo, Keihan Electric Railway; Gion Shijo → Fushimi Inari)
    • 13:20-14:00 Fushimi Inari sightseeing
    • 14:00 Tour ends.  After the tour, we saw the guests off to their hotel and said goodbye.

    What Is a 4-Hour Private Kyoto Tour of Arashiyama and Fushimi Inari Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America. I had initially been told there would be three participants, but on the day of the tour the group joined without one of them. One of the guests had previously stayed in Kyoto, Japan for study some years earlier, while another was visiting for the first time. It was a short 4-hour private tour, and the route from the Hotel (near Gojo Station) to Arashiyama and then to Fushimi involved a lot of travel distance and was somewhat inefficient, but in line with the guests' requests I took them to the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Fushimi Inari. The guest visiting Japan for the first time especially enjoyed the Sogenchi Garden at Tenryu-ji Temple, while another said Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine was the highlight.

    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayGojo~Uzumasa Tenjingawa260JPY
    Section 2TrainRanden Tenjingawa~Arashiyama250JPY
    Section 3TrainArashiyama~Kawaramachi Shijo240JPY
    Section 4TrainGion Shijo~Fushimi Inari220JPY
    Total970JPY

    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 !

    Aug 4, 2026
    Elie_S
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  • Kanazawa Customized Half-Day Tour

    Kanazawa Customized Half-Day Tour

    Tour Itinerary

    • AM 09:00  Hotel tour start
    • Travel by bus to Higashi Chaya District
    • AM 09:20 – 10:30 Stroll through Higashi Chaya District, Utasu Shrine, Gold Leaf Sakuda
    • Travel by bus to Kenrokuen
    • AM 10:50 – AM 11:30 Visit Kenrokuen
    • AM 11:30- PM 12:15 Visit Kanazawa Castle Park, Hishi Yagura, Gojukken Nagaya, Hashizumemon Tsuzuki Yagura
    • Travel on foot to Nagamachi Samurai District, via Gyokusen'inmaru Garden and Oyama Shrine
    • PM 12:30 -12:50 Visit Nagamachi Samurai District, Takada Residence and Ashigaru Museum
    • Travel by bus to Rokumaicho, tour ends near the hotel

    Title: What's a Private Walking Tour of Kanazawa Like During the Hyakumangoku Festival? A Licensed Guide's Report Today was also the day of the Kanazawa Hyakumangoku Festival, so I explained that public transportation would be restricted from the afternoon before we started the tour. The guests were visiting Japan and had been enjoying their stay in Japan without any trouble so far. The tour was a cheerful and lively experience, with frequent high-fives requested throughout my explanations, which I very much enjoyed as well. At Oyama Shrine, the main guest playing the role of Maeda Toshiie, actor Yoshizumi Ishihara, happened to be visiting the shrine just before the parade that started at 14:00, so the guests were able to take photos. Since the Hotel faced the main street of the parade and all buses were going to be unable to pass through, we rode as close to the Hotel as possible and ended the tour there.

    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusMusashigatsuji~Hashibacho210JPY
    Section 2BusHashibacho~Kenrokuen210JPY
    Section 3BusNagamachi Samurai District~Rokumaicho100JPY
    Total520JPY

    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!

    Aug 15, 2026
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  • Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 Meet at Hyatt Regency Kyoto, departure ➡ On foot, Sanjusangendo ➡ By Keihan Train, Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine ➡ By taxi, Kiyomizu-dera Temple ➡ On foot, Yasaka Pagoda ➡ On foot, Gion ➡ On foot, Takashimaya ➡ On foot, Nishiki Market ➡ By taxi, Kinkaku-ji Temple ➡ Disband at the bus stop after leaving Kinkaku-ji Temple (guests will go to the hotel by taxi) (Ends at 17:00, 2-hour extension JGA-T95058643)

    What Is a Private Day 2 Kyoto Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Sanjusangendo, Nishiki Market, and Kinkakuji This was Day 2 of the tour. Although it was not part of the planned itinerary, we stopped by Sanjusangendo Temple on the way to the station, and the guests were very pleased. The sight of 1,000 life-sized standing Kannon statues arranged in perfect order seemed grand and impressive to them, and they purchased a photo book at the shop. In the latter half of the tour, we stopped at a department store for a restroom break, and by chance the latest collection of a luxury brand favored by the guests was on display. They purchased a perfume, and since the tax-free procedures took about an hour, we had to move through Nishiki Market and Kinkakuji at a somewhat rushed pace. It was heartwarming to see the guests giving each other various pieces of advice while making the purchase of a fragrance, and I was a little surprised that using perfume from such an early age seemed perfectly normal to them.

    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainShichijo~Fushimi Inari170JPY
    Total170JPY

    Hello! I’m Emi (meaning “smile” or “laugh” in Japanese) , born, raised, and living in Osaka for more than half a century. I’ve been working as a government-licensed tour guide since 2018 after early retirement from a company. My favorite things are hiking, cooking, eating, laughing, learning different cultures, jazz, playing the chromatic harmonica, etc.
    I’ll provide you with a few suggested itineraries first, but of course I’ll be happy to provide you with a flexible itinerary according to your preferences and requests and to help you enjoy your stay in Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Kobe, etc. I can also offer a tour visiting not only popular destinations but also hidden or less-crowded places.
    I’m looking forward to meeting and guiding you!!

    Jul 17, 2026
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