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  • Kyoto in One Day: Kinkaku-ji Temple & Nijo Castle

    Kyoto in One Day: Kinkaku-ji Temple & Nijo Castle

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    May, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 Hotel
    • (Subway & Taxi)
    • 9:40-10:10 Kinkaku-ji Temple
    • (Taxi)
    • 10:25-10:50 Ryoan-ji Temple
    • (Taxi)
    • 11:10-11:30 Arashiyama Bamboo Grove Path
    • (Keifuku Line & Subway)
    • 12:20-13:20 Lunch (Fukuyasu)
    • (Walk)
    • 13:30-14:00 Kyoto Imperial Palace
    • (Taxi)
    • 14:15-14:45 Nijo Castle
    • (Taxi)
    • 15:00 Hotel

    What Does a Private One-Day Kyoto Tour Look Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from North America. The itinerary was: Hotel → Kinkaku-ji → Ryoan-ji → the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove → lunch (Fukuyasu) → Kyoto Imperial Palace → Nijo Castle → Hotel. They marveled at the beauty of the scenery at every stop, and they praised how clean the streets were and how the trains ran exactly on time, calling Japan "a far more advanced country" than their own. For lunch, taking into account how they had spent their time before coming to Kyoto, I guided them to "Fukuyasu," where they enjoyed authentic Japanese cuisine. The guests always had some question or comment to share, so the conversation never lapsed. As one of the guests had expertise in a mental health–related field, I was able to hear about topics such as the relationship between dementia and genetics, depression, substance abuse, homelessness and other social issues, and their connection to smoking rates. In addition, they spoke about their views on marriage and lifestyle, as well as the society and economy of their home region. Regarding the latter, they told me about the impact of tariffs, the psychological effect these developments have had on people there, trends in political correctness such as excessive deference toward Indigenous peoples, and problems such as credit card debt among the younger generation and the burden of tax spending on welfare. Along the way, they took an interest in every single thing they saw and everything they heard from the guide. From their impression that Japanese people seek harmony with nature through a sense of reverence, and from their comment that the Japanese Imperial family embodies an aesthetic of simplicity and modesty, I could sense that they were deeply impressed by the essential aspects of Japanese society and culture.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayKarasuma Oike～Kitaoji260JPY
    Section 2TrainArashiyama～Randen Tenjingawa250JPY
    Section 3SubwayUzumasa Tenjingawa～Marutamachi260JPY
    Section 4SubwayNijojo-mae～Karasuma Oike220JPY
    Total990JPY

    Tour Report by Masaki

    My name is Masaki Kitagawa, a male in the middle of 50s living in Kyoto with my wife, son and three cats. While working for a local energy company on weekdays, I’ve been a tour guide on weekends since 2019 and enjoy interacting with people coming from different worlds. It is my great pleasure to help you make your excursion time-efficient and pleasant even during the high seasons in Kyoto. Considering your interests, preferences and priorities, I want to design and make your journey fruitful one. I’m thrilled to be contacted from you. Let’s explore Kyoto !

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    Jun 3, 2026
    Nikki G
    Wonderful experience with a great guide!
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    May 24, 2026
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    May 4, 2026
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    Excellent English speaking guide for Kyoto
    Masaki was s wonderful and patient…

    Nov 29, 2025
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  • Tokyo in One Day: Nihon-odori Station & Yokohama Station

    Tokyo in One Day: Nihon-odori Station & Yokohama Station

    Tokyo in 1 Day from Yokohama: Private Tour, Licensed Guide

    May, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:30 Meeting point: Citadines Harbour Front Yokohama
    • 8:35 Depart Nihon-odori Station
    • (Minatomirai Line)
    • Yokohama Station
    • (JR Ueno-Tokyo Line)
    • 8:51 Ueno Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line)
    • 9:26 Arrive Asakusa Station
    • Asakusa Sensoji Temple
    • Asakusa Shrine
    • Nakamise Shopping Street
    • 10:30 Depart Asakusa Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line)
    • Akasaka-mitsuke Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line)
    • 11:00 Arrive Shinjuku Station
    • Shinjuku Kabukicho
    • Omoide Yokocho
    • Lunch: Daichi no Megumi Hokkaido
    • 13:00 Depart Shinjuku Station
    • (JR Yamanote Line)
    • 13:30 Arrive Harajuku Station
    • Harajuku Meiji Jingu Shrine
    • 14:45 Depart Harajuku Station
    • (JR Yamanote Line)
    • 15:00 Arrive Shibuya Station
    • Shibuya Scramble Crossing
    • Hachiko Statue
    • Tokyu Food Show
    • 16:05 Depart Shibuya Station
    • (JR Shonan-Shinjuku Line)
    • 16:38 Yokohama Station
    • (Minatomirai Line)
    • 16:44 Nihon-odori Station
    • 16:44 Dismissal: Nihon-odori Station

    Can You Do a Slow-Paced Private Day Tour of Tokyo from Yokohama? A Licensed Guide's Report on Asakusa, Shinjuku, Harajuku, and Shibuya The guests were visitors from North America, making their first trip to Japan. They had arrived at Haneda Airport the previous evening on a connecting flight and taken a taxi to their hotel. In the evening they had strolled around the streets near the hotel. The main purpose of this visit to Japan was a cruise around Japan departing from Yokohama Port the day after next. After returning to port, they planned to fly home from Haneda again. As the guests were recovering from illness, they requested a "slow-walking" tour. The following day, they planned to visit Tokyo DisneySea to buy souvenirs. Although it was cloudy, we were not caught in any rain during the tour. We first traveled from Yokohama by train, changing lines, to Asakusa. It coincided with the commuting rush, and the guests seemed overwhelmed by the crowds. Even early in the morning it was busy, with many groups of tourists and school excursion students. We started 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 Gate and the five-story pagoda. There were questions such as "How many Buddhists are there in Japan?" and "Besides Buddhism, what other religions do people believe in?" From here, we moved to Shinjuku. I explained "the history of Shinjuku," "the difference between the East and West exits," and "the history of Omoide Yokocho." The guests commented, "It resembles Times Square or downtown New York," and "It doesn't seem very clean." Since one of the guests preferred no meat or raw fish and wanted only cooked fish, especially salmon, we managed to find an izakaya, went in, and had lunch. We moved to Harajuku, first visiting Meiji Shrine. I asked, "It will be quite a walk to the main hall, is that all right?" and they replied, "That's fine." I explained "about Shinto," "about torii gates," "about Emperor Meiji," "about the Japanese Imperial family," and "why barrels of sake and wine are displayed here." There were questions such as "What are the main religions of Japan?", "When and why did Shinto originate?", and "How do Buddhism and Shinto differ?" We came across a wedding procession and photographed it many times. We took a short break at Forest Terrace Meiji Jingu. Then on to Shibuya. First, we took photos looking down at Scramble Square from the entrance of the Keio Inokashira Line platform, then actually crossed the intersection. There was a question, "Why do so many people gather here?" After taking photos in front of the Hachiko statue, we strolled through Center Gai. The guests commented and asked, "There's no litter on the streets and it's so clean. Does no one throw away trash?", "It's so quiet inside the subway," and "Why are there no trash cans in the streets?" Finally, I saw them off at Nihon-odori Station, where we parted ways.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayNihon-odori Station～Yokohama Station224JPY
    Section 2TrainYokohama Station～Ueno Station571JPY
    Section 3SubwayUeno Station～Asakusa Station178JPY
    Section 4SubwayAsakusa Station～Shinjuku Station252JPY
    Section 5TrainShinjuku Station～Harajuku Station146JPY
    Section 6TrainHarajuku Station～Shibuya Station146JPY
    Section 7TrainShibuya Station～Yokohama Station406JPY
    Section 8SubwayYokohama Station～Nihon-odori Station224JPY
    Total2,147JPY

    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: Toyosu Market Tuna Auction & Tsukiji Market

    Tokyo: Toyosu Market Tuna Auction & Tsukiji Market

    Toyosu Tuna Auction & Tsukiji Local Food Tour, Licensed Guide

    May, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 5:00 Hotel
    • 5:30-6:00 Toyosu Market Tuna Auction
    • 6:00-6:50 Breakfast
    • 7:00-8:00 Tsukiji Market

    Title: What Is a Private Family Tour of Tsukiji Market in Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting Japan for the first time from North America. They mentioned that they came to Japan because one of the guests wanted to see fish. I felt that I was not able to provide guiding that would delight younger travelers, so this is something I would like to consider going forward. At the sushi restaurant, some of the guests could not eat the food, so I think I need to research other options as well. It would be great if my usual sushi restaurant could offer things like ramen. At Tsukiji Market, everyone in the group enjoyed a lively conversation at the usual coffee shop, and I believe the whole group was pleased.

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    Tour Report by ISAO

    Hello , my name is Isao.
    I like cooking and eating while drinking wine and listening to the rock music sometime classical music, too.
    I am a tour guide mainly around Tokyo. I have experience as an E-bike tour guide( Imperial palace, Tokyo station, Asakusa, Sumida river, Ningyocho, Odaiba area, Tsukishima Monja street ) and a food tour. I like to eat local Japanese food and drink many kind of alcohol.
    Besides Tokyo, I also recommend Kamakura and Kawagoe where I was borne.
    I will do my best to help you make good memories of Japan.
    I am looking forward to meeting you soon.

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    May 21, 2026
    Anne_A
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    May 18, 2026
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    May 7, 2026
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    Highly recommended tuna auction tour
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    Oct 25, 2025
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    Highly recommended the Toyosu Tuna Auction tour with Isao!
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  • Hiroshima in One Day: Miyajimaguchi Station & museum

    Hiroshima in One Day: Miyajimaguchi Station & museum

    Hiroshima & Miyajima in 1 Day: Private Tour, Licensed Guide

    May, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 8:40　Meet at Hiroshima Station
    • 9:00　Head to Miyajimaguchi Station by JR
    • 9:30　Arrive at Miyajimaguchi Station
    • 9:40　Take the ferry to Miyajima
    • 　　　　Shrine　Omotesando　Sake tasting
    • 12:30　Finish sightseeing in Miyajima and take the ferry to Miyajima
    • 12:40　Arrive at Miyajimaguchi Pier
    • 12:50　Lunch at Okonomiyaki Hanako
    • 13:40　Finish lunch
    • 13:50　Head from Miyajimaguchi Station to Nishi-Hiroshima Station by JR
    • 14:14　Arrive at Nishi-Hiroshima Station
    • 14:28　Head to the museum by bus
    • 14:44　Arrive at the museum
    • 　　　　　Museum　Monument tour
    • 17:26　Finish monument tour　Head to Hiroshima Station by bus
    • 18:00　Arrive at Hiroshima Station
    • 18:30　Disband at Hiroshima Station

    What Is a Private Miyajima and Hiroshima Day Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) guide led a private tour of Miyajima and central Hiroshima for a group visiting from North America. The younger members of the group were very calm and quietly accompanied the group during the shrine visit. The group had requested a traditional craft experience and sake tasting on Miyajima in advance, but due to time constraints on the day, the craft experience was not possible, and only the sake tasting was arranged. When I asked a local beforehand where sake tasting was available, I was told there were actually two places, but I was only informed of one of them. The other shop was not disclosed, with the explanation that "if it becomes known to tourists, the locals will no longer be able to enjoy it." At the sake shop we visited, the guests tasted five kinds of sake, including local Hiroshima brews, and purchased three bottles they particularly liked. The shop owner was also very pleased that they made a purchase. On Omotesando, there was a service where a name could be written on the back of a rice scoop upon purchase, and the guests were delighted with this experience. The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum was extremely crowded, and it was not possible to view the main building exhibits sufficiently because of the number of people. For this reason, the guests were very grateful that I had explained the exhibit contents and related stories in advance. Judging that it would be difficult for the group to continue the tour any further, we decided not to visit the East Building and instead did a tour of the memorial monuments. At Nishi-Hiroshima Station, a JR Pass got caught in the automatic ticket gate and became crumpled. We requested a reissue at the ticket office, and since it was due to a malfunction of the JR machine and not our fault, I strongly argued that it should naturally be reissued, but unfortunately the request was not accepted. It was an unsatisfactory response, and the guests seemed to feel disappointed as well.

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    Transportation cost per person

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

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    Sep 25, 2025
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    Amazing day trip
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    Jul 25, 2025
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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

    May, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 Hotel-9:40 Meiji Shrine-11:00 Harajuku Takeshita Street-11:45 Omotesando-12:05 Kabukiza Theatre-12:45 Tsukiji Outer Market-13:30 Lunch-14:30 Nihonbashi-15:15 Imperial Palace Plaza-15:30 Disband at Nijubashimae Station

    Title: What's a Private Day Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Nihonbashi, the Imperial Palace, and Ginza Sushi This was the first day of a private Japan tour for a group visiting from North America. The group had a distinctive set of requests, and we enthusiastically photographed Nihonbashi, the historical starting point of the five major highways, the Nijubashi bridge at the main gate of the Imperial Palace, and the Dai-ichi Life Building, which once served as GHQ headquarters. The group had also booked a single act at the Kabukiza Theater for the following day. Between the tonkatsu and sushi they wished to try as Japanese cuisine, they chose sushi for today's lunch. At a long-established sushi restaurant in Ginza, the group was amazed by the deliciousness of authentic sushi, and I helped them savor their brief stay in Japan.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayAkasaka-mitsuke～Kitasando178JPY
    Section 2SubwayMeiji-jingumae～Higashi-ginza209JPY
    Section 3BusTsukiji Rokuchome～Ginza Yonchome230JPY
    Section 4SubwayGinza～Nihonbashi178JPY
    Total795JPY

    Tour Report by Michio

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

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    Oct 25, 2025
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    Oct 24, 2025
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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

    May, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 12:00　Meet up ＠Hotel New Takanawa
    • 2. 12:30　＠Ginza (4-chome intersection, Kyukyodo)
    • 3. 13:00　＠Imperial Palace (Sakuradamon Gate, Nijubashi Bridge, Main Gate)
    • 4. 13:30　＠Tokyo Station (station square, Marunouchi-side station building)
    • 5. 14:00　＠Imperial Palace East Gardens
    • 6. 15:00　＠Shibuya (Scramble Crossing, Hachiko Statue, Nintendo in PARCO)
    • 7. 16:00　＠Meiji Shrine
    • 8. 16:40　＠Harajuku Takeshita Street
    • 9. 17:30　＠Shinjuku (Isetan basement food hall, Godzilla Head)
    • 10. 18:00　Dismissal ＠Shinjuku Omoide Yokocho

    Title: What's a Private Tokyo Day Tour Like After Arriving by Cruise Ship at Yokohama? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visiting Japan for the first time from North America. They mentioned that they have been traveling to various places around the world. They toured different parts of Japan by cruise ship, arriving at Yokohama Port for sightseeing in Tokyo. The day before, they had already visited Senso-ji Temple, Hama-rikyu Gardens, and Tsukiji Market on their own. On the morning of the tour, because they were unable to check into their hotel, they contacted me asking to move the start time earlier to avoid wasting time, so we began at noon, one hour ahead of schedule. Since it started to drizzle around the time the tour ended, being able to start earlier turned out to be a good thing. At the Ninomaru Garden in the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, the irises had begun to bloom, and the guests were delighted with the beautiful Japanese garden. They took many photos. In Shinjuku, to introduce a distinctly Japanese scene, I guided them to the basement food floor of Isetan department store, where they looked at the products with great interest. Next, they took photos at the Godzilla Head that I showed them, and afterward, since they wanted to see a bar district, I guided them to "Omoide Yokocho," where we parted ways. They also did some shopping, and at Kyukyodo in Ginza, which I introduced to them, they bought a greeting card featuring an uchiwa fan. Regarding Nintendo, which the guests had requested, I guided them to the Nintendo store inside PARCO when we visited Shibuya, where they purchased souvenirs.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainJR Yamanote Line Shinagawa Station～Yurakucho Station170JPY
    Section 2SubwayTokyo Metro Yurakucho Line Ginza-itchome Station～Sakuradamon Station180JPY
    Section 3SubwayTokyo Metro Tozai Line Takebashi Station～Ginza Line Shibuya Station210JPY
    Section 4TrainJR Yamanote Line Shibuya Station～Harajuku Station150JPY
    Section 5SubwayTokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line Meiji-jingumae Station～Shinjuku-sanchome Station180JPY
    Total890JPY

    Tour Report by Noripy

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

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    Sep 10, 2026
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    Noripy is just the best
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  • Tokyo: Korakuen & Kappabashi

    Tokyo: Korakuen & Kappabashi

    Tokyo Customized Full-Day Private Tour with Licensed Guide

    August, 2026

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Meet at the b Ginza
    • 10:35 Korakuen
    • 12:00 Meiji Shrine
    • 13:15 Imperial Palace East Gardens
    • 14:30 Lunch, @Irori-an Kiraku Soba Ueno
    • 14:50 Ueno Station, exchange Japan Rail Pass and purchase Welcome Suica
    • 15:10 Ueno Park, Kiyomizu Kannon-do, Ueno Toshogu
    • 16:10 Asakusa (Skytree photo) – Senso-ji
    • 17:20 Kappabashi
    • 17:50 Disband in front of Asakusa dinner spot

    What Does a Full-Day Private Walking Tour of Tokyo Look Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The weather was cloudy for almost the entire day, not too hot, making it perfect for sightseeing. We started by purchasing a 24-hour Tokyo Metro pass in Ginza. At Koishikawa Korakuen, the guests were able to appreciate the beauty of a Japanese garden. On the way to Meiji Shrine, the Yamanote Line was suspended, so we used the entrance from Yoyogi. We toured from the opposite side, which was indeed a bit awkward. At the East Gardens of the Imperial Palace, I focused mainly on historical stories. One of the guests was very sharp and relayed exactly what I had explained to the other members of the group, which was a great help. We had lunch at Ueno Station, stopped by the JR ticket counter, and then visited Ueno Park and Asakusa. Since the itinerary finished about an hour ahead of schedule, I asked about their wishes, and as they wanted to visit Kappabashi, I guided them there and then took them to their dinner location before ending the tour. A tip was received.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Free PassGinza～Korakuen700JPY
    Section 2TrainSuidobashi～Yoyogi210JPY
    Section 3Free PassMeiji-jingumae～Otemachi0JPY
    Section 4Free PassTakebashi～Ueno0JPY
    Section 5Free PassUeno～Asakusa0JPY
    Total910JPY

    Tour Report by Koba

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

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    Jul 21, 2026
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  • Tochigi in One Day: Lake Chuzenji & Shinkyo Bridge

    Tochigi in One Day: Lake Chuzenji & Shinkyo Bridge

    Nikko Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    May, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:50 Meet at Tobu Nikko Station
    • 10:35 Lake Chuzenji
    • 10:50 Kegon Falls
    • 11:50 Lunch @Saryo Hirin
    • 12:20 Toshogu Shrine
    • 13:35 Rinnoji Temple
    • 14:00 Shinkyo Bridge
    • 15:20 Disband at Tobu Nikko

    Title: What's a Private Day Tour of Nikko Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The weather held up, though there was fog around Lake Chuzenji and it was a bit chilly. Near Toshogu Shrine there was no wind, and the tour proceeded smoothly. Kegon Falls had a slightly higher volume of water, and the guests were delighted by its powerful appearance. They took a great many photographs. At Toshogu Shrine, they admired the magnificent carvings and coloring, and here too they took a great many photographs. We walked all the way to Ieyasu's tomb, but we ran into a school excursion, so it took a little extra time. At Rinnoji Temple, I explained about Buddhism and Buddhist statues, though I got the sense they weren't listening very closely. At the Shinkyo Bridge they also took many photographs. I guided them to a souvenir shop near the Shinkyo Bridge, where they bought something. At Tobu Nikko we happened to be on the same return train, so I saw them to the train, and that concluded the tour.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusTobu Nikko Station～Chuzenji Onsen1,250JPY
    Section 2BusChuzenji Onsen～Nishi-Sando Entrance1,150JPY
    Section 3BusShinkyo Bridge～Tobu Nikko Station220JPY
    Total2,620JPY

    Tour Report by Koba

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

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    Jul 21, 2026
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  • Sapporo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Sapporo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Sapporo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    May, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 09:00 Hotel Sapporo Odori Park Meet and greet ~ Board Municipal Subway Tozai Line at Nishi 11-chome ~ Get off at Maruyama Koen Station ~ Stroll through Maruyama Park ~ Visit the main hall of Hokkaido Shrine ~ 10:30 Board subway at Maruyama Koen Station ~ Get off at Miyanosawa Station ~ Walk ~ Visit Shiroi Koibito Park ~ Walk ~
    • 11:40 Board Municipal Subway at Miyanosawa Station ~ Get off at Odori Station ~ Purchase lunch (bread) at the underground mall ~
    • 14:00 View the Clock Tower exterior only & take photos ~ Climb the TV Tower (up to the observation floor at 90m above ground)
    • 14:30 Board Chuo Bus at Kita 1 Higashi 1-chome ~ Sapporo Beer Museum, enter the museum
    • 15:40 Board Chuo Bus beside the museum ~ Get off at JR Sapporo Station North Exit, guide service ends
    • 16:00 Guide to Municipal Subway Namboku Line Sapporo Station ~ Guests head to Susukino (guide takes leave at Odori Station)

    What Can You See on a Private Walking Tour of Sapporo? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from Asia. They actively explored the itinerary. Before we met, the sightseeing spots requested by email were Maruyama Park, Hokkaido Shrine, Odori Park, the Clock Tower, the TV Tower, and the Sapporo Beer Museum. After meeting, the guests expressed a wish to also add Shiroi Koibito Park. The weather was cloudy right at the start of the sightseeing, but gradually blue skies appeared and the temperature rose to around 20°C, allowing the guests to enjoy a comfortable walking tour.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayMunicipal Subway Nishi 11-chome～Subway Maruyama Koen Station210JPY
    Section 2SubwayMaruyama Koen Station～Miyanosawa Station250JPY
    Section 3SubwayMiyanosawa～Odori Station290JPY
    Section 4BusChuo Bus Kita 1-jo Higashi 1-chome～Chuo Bus Sapporo Beer Museum240JPY
    Section 5BusChuo Bus Sapporo Beer Museum～Chuo Bus JR Sapporo Station North Exit240JPY
    Total1,230JPY

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  • Kyoto in 1 Day from Osaka: Customized Tour

    Kyoto in 1 Day from Osaka: Customized Tour

    Kyoto in 1 Day from Osaka: Customized Tour, Licensed Guide

    May, 2025

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Meet at Osaka Tempozan Cruise Terminal　➡　By taxi to Shin-Osaka Station　➡　By Shinkansen to Kyoto Station　➡　By taxi to Kinkaku-ji Temple　➡　By taxi to Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, on foot to Kameyama Park and Togetsukyo Bridge　➡　By Randen and Hankyu to Nishiki Market　➡　On foot to Gion　➡　By Keihan to Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine　➡　By JR to Kyoto Station　➡　By Shinkansen to Shin-Osaka　➡　End inside the Midosuji Subway Line train (18:30)

    Title: What's a Private Kyoto Day Trip by Bullet Train from Osaka Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting from North America. In advance by email, they had requested to use the bullet train to Kyoto and had specified five sightseeing spots, so we toured efficiently within the available time, using a taxi for part of the route to make the most of the schedule. At Nishiki Market, they enjoyed kushikatsu, grilled seafood and beef, udon, and plum wine. They also found the shop selling a product called "Kyo Rayu Furikake" that they had wanted to buy, and enjoyed shopping there. In the evening, they planned to spend time at an entertainment complex near Dotonbori. This chain apparently has locations in North America as well, and they said they often visit their local branch. It was a very lively and energetic group. This private Kyoto day trip 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. Winner of Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Best of the Best. Not affiliated with the Japan Guide Association.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainArashiyama～Shijo-Omiya250JPY
    Section 2TrainOmiya～Karasuma170JPY
    Section 3TrainGion-Shijo～Fushimi Inari220JPY
    Section 4TrainInari～Kyoto150JPY
    Total790JPY

    Tour Report by Emi

    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!!

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