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  • Hiroshima in One Day: Miyajimaguchi Station & Nishi-Hiroshima to the

    Hiroshima in One Day: Miyajimaguchi Station & Nishi-Hiroshima to the

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:03 Meet at Hiroshima Station
    • 10:30 From Hiroshima Station to Miyajimaguchi Station
    • 11:00 Arrive at Miyajimaguchi Station
    • 11:25 By ferry to Miyajima
    • 11:35 Arrive at Miyajima
    •     Shrine Omotesando
    • 13:10 Finish sightseeing in Miyajima and head to Miyajimaguchi
    • 13:20 Arrive at Miyajimaguchi
    • 13:25 Lunch at Chinchikurin
    • 14:25 Finish lunch
    • 14:34 By train from Miyajimaguchi to Nishi-Hiroshima Station
    • 14:52 Arrive at Nishi-Hiroshima Station
    • 15:10 From Nishi-Hiroshima to the museum
    • 15:20 Arrive at the museum
    •     Museum Monument tour
    • 17:20 Finish monument tour
    • 17:25 By bus from Atomic Bomb Dome to Hiroshima Station
    • 18:00 Arrive at Hiroshima Station Disband

    Title: What Is a Private Miyajima and Hiroshima Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report I guided a group visiting from North America. At Miyajima, it was low tide during our visit, but the guests enjoyed taking photographs with the Great Torii Gate in the background. At Itsukushima Shrine, I explained about omikuji fortune slips, telling them about the custom of tying a slip to a pine tree if you draw a very unlucky fortune. Because the word for "pine" (matsu) in Japanese sounds like the word "to wait" (matsu), the practice carries the wish that "bad luck will not follow you." The guests found this very interesting. The guests also carried a goshuincho, a stamp book in which they collect vermilion seals from temples and shrines across various regions, and they received a goshuin seal at Itsukushima Shrine as well. Afterward, I guided them through the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum. I explained that immediately after the atomic bombing, many people had skin so severely burned that it hung down from their elbows, giving them a ghostlike appearance. Their faces were terribly swollen and so disfigured that they were unrecognizable, and they wandered desperately in search of water. As I explained while looking at the archival photographs, the guests listened very earnestly.

    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainMiyajimaguchi Station~Hiroshima Station420JPY
    Section 2TrainMiyajimaguchi Station~Nishi-Hiroshima Station330JPY
    Section 3BusNishi-Hiroshima~Museum240JPY
    Section 4BusAtomic Bomb Dome~Hiroshima Station240JPY
    Total1,230JPY

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    Sep 25, 2025
    pedropM3071GD
    Amazing day trip
    Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
    This was an amazing experience to…

    Jul 25, 2025
    ourtravelingt
    Great personalized tour
    Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
    Our tour was fabulous and our…

    Jul 13, 2025
    katherinepE2305IO
    Hiroshima Tour 4hr Walking
    Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima City 4hr Private Walking Tour with Licensed Guide
    Yoshi was an amazing guide. He…

    Jul 7, 2025
    Preston_H
    Great tour guide!
    Viator review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
    Yoshi was an incredible guide who…

  • Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour

    Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour

    Tour Itinerary

    • PM13:30 Hotel Kyoto meeting point
    • PM14:00 Nijo Castle
    • PM15:30 Ryoanji Temple
    • PM16:10 Kinkakuji Temple
    • PM17:20 Gion
    • PM17:45. Gion dismissal

    What Is a Private Kyoto Walking Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a retired group visiting from North America. They were experienced travelers, but this was their first trip to Asia, and they chose Japan, visiting Tokyo and Kyoto. They had no difficulty walking and did not need breaks, and since they wished to take a taxi from Nijo Castle to Ryoanji Temple, we were able to enjoy a relaxed tour. However, at Ryoanji Temple, where one can appreciate a quiet atmosphere, we happened to run into a large group of high school students who had just arrived by tour bus, so the guests were unable to view the famous rock garden in a calm setting. Nevertheless, they were impressed by the beauty of Japanese gardens everywhere we went. In Gion, we walked through a district of buildings on the north side lined with small bars, a route I do not often take guests along, and they were amazed by the sheer number of establishments. We parted ways in Gion, and the guests headed to their hotel by taxi.

    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusIn front of Ryoanji Temple~Kinkakujimichi230JPY
    Section 2BusKinkakujimichi~Shijo Keihan230JPY
    Total460JPY

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

    Jul 11, 2026
    Trevor_F
    Viator review: Osaka Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
    4 hour Private Tour
    Naomi was our guide and did a…

    Jun 6, 2026
    May_O
    Viator review: Kyoto 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Wonderful time in Kyoto
    We had a terrific time with Naoki. He…

    May 1, 2026
    Sanfrancisco820
    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Choose Naoki – you will have a great day!!
    Naoki is an…

    Mar 28, 2026
    Tanya_R
    Viator review: Osaka 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Great guide
    Naoki was very kind and knowledgeable He knew the best…

  • Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car

    Tour Itinerary

    • 0900 Meet at Hotel
    • 0940 Fushimi Inari Taisha
    • 1200 Lunch at Nishio Yatsuhashi no Sato
    • 1325 Kinkaku-ji
    • 1400 Bamboo Grove
    • 1500 Disband at Granvia

    What Is a Private Day Tour of Kyoto Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from North America. The weather was very nice, warm enough to feel hot in the sunny spots, and by early afternoon the temperature had reached 24°C. As it was after the Golden Week holiday period, nowhere was very crowded, and I was able to conduct the tour smoothly. The guests were able to experience the "Omokaru-ishi" stone and the temple bell at the main hall of Kiyomizu-dera without much waiting. They needed to return to their hotel by 15:00, but I adjusted the schedule and we were able to get them back on time.

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    Oct 10, 2025
    alijohn48
    Just what we were looking for
    Viator review: Private Kyoto Tour with Licensed Guide & Vehicle (Max 15 persons)
    Tomy was…

    Aug 8, 2025
    Katherine_G
    Fantastic day touring Kyoto with private tour guide & driver!
    Viator review: Private Kyoto Tour with Licensed Guide & Vehicle (Max…

    Jul 22, 2025
    98patrickn
    early morning tour of Kyoto with guide Tomy
    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    We did an early…

    Jul 20, 2025
    Mark_S
    Great day in Kyoto
    Viator review: Private Kyoto Tour with Licensed Guide & Vehicle (Max 15 persons)
    We had a great…

  • Kagoshima Shore Excursion: Custom Car Tour

    Kagoshima Shore Excursion: Custom Car Tour

    Tour Itinerary

    • Departure from Marine Port Kagoshima 7:45 => Departure by Sakurajima Ferry 8:20 => Arrival at Yudaira Observatory 8:55 => Arrival at Lava Trail 9:30 => Nagisa Park Foot Bath 9:45 => Arrival at Sakurajima Visitor Center 10:05 => Departure by Sakurajima-side Ferry 10:40 => Arrival at Kagoshima City-side Ferry 11:00 => Arrival at Shiroyama Observatory 11:10 => Arrival at Saigo Takamori Statue 11:35 => Arrival at Yakiniku Nabeshima Yojiro Store 11:50 => Departure from Yakiniku Nabeshima Yojiro Store 12:50 => Arrival at Satsuma Kiriko Workshop 13:20 => Arrival at Sengan-en 13:35 => Departure from Sengan-en 14:50 => Arrival at Marine Port Kagoshima 15:30

    What Is a Private Guided Tour of Kagoshima Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Sakurajima and Local Highlights The guests had originally made a reservation last November, but due to a mix-up it was cancelled in January of this year. They booked the tour again, and I had prepared an itinerary incorporating all of their requests and received their approval. When they rebooked, they requested me specifically as their guide. Today we were able to depart earlier than planned, so we managed to add stops that were not originally scheduled, including the foot bath at Sakurajima, the Shiroyama Observatory, and the statue of Saigo Takamori, where we took a group photo. In addition, the wagyu beef lunch, which had been their top request, was delicious, and the guests seemed very pleased.

    Dear Guest

    I am Guide for your Kagoshima Tour.
    My nickname is Tachi, short hair, 69 years old, wearing glasses and quite small.

    In Kagoshima, we can see many things in “What to expect”, like Sengan-en, Reimeikan, Terukuni Shrine, etc.
    Could you please select must-see spots from the list and let us know, we will create your customised itinerary.

    in addition, Could you please advise what kind of food/materials you want to eat for lunch?
    and also if you have, what food/materials you can not eat, or what food/materials are prohibited to eat ?

    thank you for your request
    best regard

    Hideto Tachimoto

    Apr 4, 2026
    Giovanni_M
    Viator review: Port Pick-Up: Kagoshima Private Tour Licensed Guide & Vehicle
    Fantastic
    Our experience was great and our guide Tachi was…

    Apr 3, 2026
    V2097LInickd
    Tripadvisor review: Kagoshima Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Enjoyable Guide around Kagoshima
    Tachi is an experienced, helpful and well organised…

    Mar 28, 2026
    James_M
    Viator review: Port Pick-Up: Kagoshima Private Tour Licensed Guide & Vehicle
    Great tour guide
    Great tour guide. Friendly and went out…

    May 8, 2025
    Louann710
    Great day in Kagoshima!
    Tripadvisor review: Port Pick-Up: Kagoshima Private Tour Licensed Guide & Vehicle
    Tachi was very responsive during the…

  • Kyoto: Fushimi Inari Taisha & Bamboo Grove Path

    Kyoto: Fushimi Inari Taisha & Bamboo Grove Path

    Tour Itinerary

    • 11:50 Meet up @Hotel Granvia Kyoto
    • 12:15 Fushimi Inari Taisha
    • 13:00 Nishiki Market + Lunch
    • 14:20 Kinkaku-ji
    • 15:25 Bamboo Grove Path
    • 16:45 Disband @Disney store at Shijo Kawaramachi

    What Is a Private Kyoto Walking Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visiting Japan for the first time from North America. They did not appear at the 11:30 meeting time, and after waiting for a while, they contacted me about 30 minutes later, and we were able to meet. I arranged the itinerary according to their wishes, and since everyone walked quickly and did not browse for souvenirs, we were able to cover the sights at quite a fast pace. Nevertheless, they asked various questions at each location, and I could tell they were participating with genuine interest. Since they were scheduled to join a night tour in Gion after this tour, we returned to Shijo Kawaramachi early and parted ways.

    Thanks for joining our tour. I’m Hiro Nakagawa, assigned to be your guide for this tour. I was eligible as a National Licensed Tour Guide in 2017. I have guided many tourists from overseas since then. Japan is a beautiful country with full of various attractions. Please enjoy your time in this country to the fullest. I will help you with that. What are you interested in this country? I will introduce this country’s long history, traditional culture, beautiful seasonal highlights, and delicious food to you. Please let me know your preferences. If it’s other than which I mentioned, I’m preparing it for you as much as possible. Let’s enjoy the trip together!

    Jul 13, 2025
    H2enjoy
    Wonderful Day Trip to Mt. Koya from the Osaka Cruise Terminal
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    Jun 20, 2025
    zoranm709
    Kyoto great tour experience.
    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Enjoyed the sites we were taken. Hiro was…

    Jun 18, 2025
    Adventurer310309
    Cool surprises on our Osaka and Kyoto tours with Hiro.
    Tripadvisor review: Osaka 8hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    My wife…

    May 26, 2025
    SK G
    Excellent tour
    Tripadvisor review: Osaka 6hr Private Walking Tour with Government Licensed Guide
    Mr. Hiro provided an excellent experience. Personable…

  • Tokyo in Half a Day: Harajuku Takeshita Street & Nezu Shrine

    Tokyo in Half a Day: Harajuku Takeshita Street & Nezu Shrine

    Tour Itinerary

    • 11:00 Meet at Hotel
    • 11:20 Harajuku Takeshita Street
    • 11:40 Meiji Shrine
    • 12:40 Imperial Palace East Gardens
    • 13:50 Nezu Shrine
    • 15:00 Disband at Shinjuku Golden Gai

    What Does a Private Walking Tour of Tokyo's Harajuku, Meiji Shrine, and Golden Gai Look Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The weather was fine, and the guests enjoyed the refreshing season. At Harajuku's Takeshita Street, it was still early and not too crowded, so we were able to see everything smoothly. Meiji Shrine had its usual solemn atmosphere, and we happened to see a wedding procession, which the guests were delighted with. The Imperial Palace East Gardens were not originally on the itinerary, but the guests walked quickly and we made good progress reaching Meiji Shrine, so it seemed we would have some time to spare. I therefore decided to show them just the lower garden section of the Imperial Palace East Gardens. They enjoyed viewing the long-finned nishikigoi and other sights. At Nezu Shrine, they had several questions about the old architecture. Here we were also able to see a newborn's first shrine visit. The guests had requested to part ways at Golden Gai at 15:00, but before that I showed them the Godzilla Head. As expected, Golden Gai was quiet at 15:00, and the tour concluded as planned. The guests gave me a Chicago Cubs cap as a souvenir.

    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainShibuya~Harajuku146JPY
    Section 2TrainMeiji-jingumae~Otemachi700JPY
    Section 3TrainOtemachi~Nezu0JPY
    Section 4TrainNezu~Shinjuku-sanchome0JPY
    Total846JPY

    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.

    Jul 21, 2026
    scottsD8777AR
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
    Great Touring Tokyo
    Koba is an excellent tour guide. We greatly…

    Jul 9, 2026
    Quest36994121691
    First visit to Tokyo
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    This was our first visit…

    Jul 8, 2026
    Χρονης Π
    A beautiful tour
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    It was a perfect experience…

    Jul 5, 2026
    I3699SBjonathanw
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    6hr Tokyo guide great experience
    Koba was so nice to my family…

  • Hiroshima in One Day: Miyajima & Hiroshima Peace Park

    Hiroshima in One Day: Miyajima & Hiroshima Peace Park

    Tour Itinerary

    • 09:00 Hotel Meet
    • 10:00 Miyajima
    • 13:00 Lunch
    • 14:00 Hiroshima Peace Park
    • 17:00 Dismiss at Atomic Bomb Dome

    Title: What's a Private Day Tour of Miyajima and Hiroshima Peace Park Like? A Licensed Guide's Report Tour date: May 2025 Places visited: Miyajima, Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park Guest: The guests Weather: Sunny Experiences: Itsukushima Shrine, worship etiquette : Daishoin Temple, the "kaidan meguri" underground passage : Strolling along Maple Road : A moment of silent prayer at the Peace Memorial Park I guided a group visiting from Europe. During our visit to Miyajima, the topic of the island tax came up, and when I mentioned some concern about its introduction, the guests commented that, compared with tourist destinations overseas, a fee of around 100 yen would be very inexpensive. The guests were very calm and left a wonderful impression, so along Maple Road on Miyajima I walked at a slight distance to allow them to enjoy some time to themselves. We were blessed with fine weather, and it turned out to be a very pleasant day under a clear, typical May sky.

    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainHatchobori~Miyajimaguchi Station240JPY
    Section 2TrainMiyajimaguchi Station~Nishi-Hiroshima Station330JPY
    Section 3BusNishi-Hiroshima Station~Hiroshima Peace Park240JPY
    Total810JPY

    Originally, I’m a cycling guide doing cycling tours all over Japan.
    But, already done Hiroshima & Miyajima tour more than 400 times.
    I traveled many countries in my younger days. I traveled Europe, US, China, India, US, Mexico, Peru Australia, NZ, and so on.
    I decided to use this experience to become a guide.
    I’m afraid but no tipping required, because cycling guides are not allowed to have tipping in my association. And you do not need to pay for my lunch, because my lunch is prepared by our group.
    Please do not hesitate to ask me anything, I’ll change the plan according to your requests.
    Thank you for your understanding and please stay connected.

    Jun 1, 2026
    John_W
    Viator review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
    A top day with a top guide
    My wife…

    May 27, 2026
    Annabelle_C
    Viator review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
    Hiroshima in a day
    Yuji was a great communicator…

    May 12, 2026
    satishp656
    Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
    HIROSHIMA HALF DAY TOUR
    Yuji is a warm, knowledgeble…

    May 10, 2026
    StephanieB6076
    Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
    Incredible Experience
    We had an incredible experience visiting Hiroshima…

  • Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine & Ueno Toshogu Shrine to Shinobazu Pond

    Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine & Ueno Toshogu Shrine to Shinobazu Pond

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:00 Meet at Hyatt House Tokyo Shibuya
    • 8:35 Meiji Shrine
    • 9:45 East Gardens of the Imperial Palace
    • 11:10 Asakusa (Skytree photo)
    • 12:05 Lunch @ Irori-an Kiraku Soba, Ueno
    • 12:50 From Ueno Toshogu Shrine to Shinobazu Pond
    • 14:00 Dismiss at Hyatt House Tokyo Shibuya

    What Does a Rainy-Day Private Walking Tour of Tokyo Look Like? A Licensed Guide's Report It rained all day, which made guiding a little challenging. Since we decided on the itinerary only after meeting at the Hotel, it took some time to finalize. As we started early at 8:00 in the morning, we planned the route as follows: Meiji Shrine > the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace > Asakusa > Ueno Toshogu Shrine > and finally back to Shibuya. At Meiji Shrine there were few people around, but the guests seemed to fully enjoy the green forest. There were no cherry blossoms at the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, but I guided them through highlights such as the model of the castle keep, the stone walls, and the gardens. Despite the rain, we took commemorative photos. I received various questions about architecture. We passed through Asakusa fairly quickly, but here too I was asked about architectural styles. Since the guests were hungry, I took them to a soba restaurant along the way where they could eat quickly. The tempura soba was delicious, and it was finished completely. After viewing the old architecture of Ueno Toshogu Shrine, we walked past Shinobazu Pond and I guided them back to the Hotel.

    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainShibuya~Harajuku146JPY
    Section 2TrainMeiji-jingumae~Takebashi700JPY
    Section 3TrainOtemachi~Asakusa0JPY
    Section 4TrainAsakusa~Ueno0JPY
    Section 5TrainYushima~Shibuya0JPY
    Total846JPY

    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.

    Jul 21, 2026
    scottsD8777AR
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
    Great Touring Tokyo
    Koba is an excellent tour guide. We greatly…

    Jul 9, 2026
    Quest36994121691
    First visit to Tokyo
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    This was our first visit…

    Jul 8, 2026
    Χρονης Π
    A beautiful tour
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    It was a perfect experience…

    Jul 5, 2026
    I3699SBjonathanw
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    6hr Tokyo guide great experience
    Koba was so nice to my family…

  • Tokyo in Half a Day: Asakusa & Imperial Palace East Gardens

    Tokyo in Half a Day: Asakusa & Imperial Palace East Gardens

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 Meet at Mimaru Tokyo Nihonbashi Suitengumae
    • 9:30 Asakusa (Skytree photos)
    • 11:00 Lunch at Nyorosuke Tonanya Asakusa
    • 12:10 Imperial Palace East Gardens
    • 13:20 Disband at Mimaru Tokyo Nihonbashi Suitengumae

    Title: What's a Private One-Day Tour of Asakusa and the Imperial Palace East Gardens Like in Tokyo? A Licensed Guide's Report The weather was fine and the tour proceeded smoothly, but because a lot of time was spent shopping and having lunch in Asakusa, we nearly ran out of time at the Imperial Palace East Gardens. Since an extension was not requested, we skipped the planned visit to Meiji Shrine and returned to the Hotel from the Imperial Palace East Gardens. In Asakusa, the guests walked back and forth along Nakamise Street and bought many snacks, drinks, and souvenirs. During the morning explanation of the itinerary, there had been a request to eat tempura, so I guided the group to an eel/tempura restaurant in Asakusa. At the Imperial Palace East Gardens, I guided them from Takebashi through the Kitahanebashi Gate. I received quite a lot of questions about plants and Japanese customs, and I answered them. The guests took many photos at the castle ruins and in the gardens of the East Gardens. I guided them back to the Hotel, and the tour ended. The guests seemed satisfied with the guiding and asked for a handshake. After the tour, they also sent me a photo taken of the group and me.

    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainSuitengumae~Asakusa700JPY
    Section 2TrainAsakusa~Takebashi0JPY
    Section 3TrainOtemachi~Suitengumae0JPY
    Total700JPY

    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.

    Jul 21, 2026
    scottsD8777AR
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
    Great Touring Tokyo
    Koba is an excellent tour guide. We greatly…

    Jul 9, 2026
    Quest36994121691
    First visit to Tokyo
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    This was our first visit…

    Jul 8, 2026
    Χρονης Π
    A beautiful tour
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    It was a perfect experience…

    Jul 5, 2026
    I3699SBjonathanw
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    6hr Tokyo guide great experience
    Koba was so nice to my family…

  • Kanazawa Customized Half-Day Tour

    Kanazawa Customized Half-Day Tour

    Tour Itinerary

    • AM 09:30 Tour starts from the hotel
    • Move on foot via Kazuemachi Chaya District
    • AM 09:45-10:45 Stroll through Higashi Chaya District, visit Shima, gold leaf, Hakuichi
    • Move by bus to Kenrokuen-shita
    • AM 11:10-11:50 Visit Kenrokuen Garden
    • AM 11:50-PM12:30 Visit Kanazawa Castle Park, Hishi Yagura, Gojukken Nagaya, Hashizumemon Tsuzuki Yagura
    • Move by taxi to Nagamachi Samurai District
    • PM 12:40-13:15 Stroll and shopping in Nagamachi Samurai District
    • Move by taxi to Hakuichi in Higashi Chaya District

    What Is a Private Kanazawa Walking Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Kenrokuen, Kanazawa Castle, and the Chaya Districts During the tour, one of the guests began to have some physical difficulty after we walked around Kenrokuen Garden and Kanazawa Castle Park. As a result, for the interior visit of the Hishi Yagura, the Gojukken Nagaya, and the Hashizume-mon Tsuzuki Yagura at Kanazawa Castle, that guest waited seated on a chair while I guided the rest of the group. From that point on, we arranged to use taxis for all further movement. First, the guests enjoyed a gold-leaf soft serve ice cream at a shop in the Higashi Chaya District. While there, they seemed to take a great liking to a hanging scroll they saw at the shop, so at the end of the tour in the Nagamachi district, the guests decided to head back to the shop in the Higashi Chaya District by taxi. I got off partway at Musashigatsuji and ended the tour there. They enjoyed themselves, including some shopping.

    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusHashiba-cho~Kenrokuen-shita210JPY
    Total210JPY

    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!

    Jul 25, 2026
    Ann W
    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    Incredible tour, one of the highlights of my…

    Jul 18, 2026
    Geert73
    Tripadvisor review: Kanazawa Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    A Well-Organized and Informative Tour of Kanazawa
    We, a…

    Jul 15, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Kanazawa Local Food & Tea Culture Tour with Licensed Guide
    Number one guide for personalised touring of Kanazawa
    Our…

    Jul 11, 2026
    rikkes490
    Tripadvisor review: Kanazawa Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
    Rigtig god guidet tur
    Rigtig god oplevelse og gode forklaringer

    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。