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  • Miyajima Half-Day Customized Tour

    Miyajima Half-Day Customized Tour

    Miyajima Half-Day Customized Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 09:00 Meet up @ Miyajimaguchi
    • 2. 09:40 @ Itsukushima Shrine
    • 3. 11:20 @ Mount Misen Summit
    • 4. 12:30 @ Daisho-in Temple
    • 5. 13:50 Disband @ Miyajimaguchi JR

    What Is a Private Miyajima and Hiroshima Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a calm and pleasant group. To make the most of their time on Miyajima, they changed the meeting point to Miyajimaguchi. Today there were many tour groups and it was very crowded, so we quickly visited the shrine and then took the ropeway up to Mount Misen. By the time we came back down, there was a longer line stretching out from the ticket office than I had ever seen before. Along the way, the guests shared stories about their family, and we had a very enjoyable time together. After the tour, they wanted to visit Shukkeien Garden on their own, so I assisted them with purchasing tickets to Hiroshima Station and then we parted ways. They also asked me to recommend a place where they could eat oysters, so I sent them directions to a Japanese restaurant within walking distance from Hiroshima Castle.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1FerryMiyajima～Miyajimaguchi200JPY
    Total200JPY

    Tour Report by Kahori

    Hi, I’m Kahori, a nationally licensed tour guide, and delighted to show people around this area. For the past almost 10 years, I have mainly guided foreign medical professionals around Hiroshima City and Miyajima, gaining a deep understanding of the effects of radiation and the support for A-bomb survivors.
    Hiroshima is a city of rivers and the sea. Along the rivers Cherry trees line, and the calm Seto Inland Sea, dotted with islands, creates a stunning landscape. Also, the sea has many islands called “art islands” which have fantastic arts relating to the art festival “Setouchi Triennale”. In addition to our two World Heritage Sites, this area is rich in attractive resources. I hope many of you will come and experience this fascinating land. Personally, I am very passionate about modern art and enjoy sports like stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) on our rivers.
    I look forward to meeting you, interacting with you, and also, learning from you!

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    Oct 6, 2025
    DJ C
    We visited the atomic bomb museum, Hiroshima castle, a beautiful garden, and shrines and Torrey Gate.
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    Sep 23, 2025
    lorrainel669
    Awesome Hiroshima
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    Jul 26, 2025
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    We knew the best of Hiroshima in 8 hrs
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  • Tokyo in One Day: Hamarikyu Gardens & Tokyo Station

    Tokyo in One Day: Hamarikyu Gardens & Tokyo Station

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 09:00 Meet at hotel
    • 09:40-10:40 Stroll through Hamarikyu Gardens
    • 11:20-13:20 Stroll through Sensoji Temple, lunch
    • 14:00-14:30 Tokyo Station
    • 14:30-15:00 Nijubashi Bridge sightseeing, dismissal

    Title: What Is a Private Tokyo Tour Like With a Licensed Guide? A Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America. There was a request to exchange a Japan Rail Pass for a travel ticket, so we went to Tokyo Station, but since the passport had not been brought along (I had felt reassured because they had said before departure that they would have it), they decided to come back again the following day. They had apparently planned to go to Nikko the next day, but since nothing had been booked, they changed it to the day after, which was quite a flexible schedule, so I felt relieved.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainRoppongi～Shiodome178JPY
    Section 2TrainShiodome～Asakusa209JPY
    Section 3TrainAsakusa～Kanda178JPY
    Section 4TrainKanda～Tokyo146JPY
    Total711JPY

    Tour Report by Kappa

    Thank you for your entry in this tour. Nice to meet you in this mail.
    Your tour guide Kappa is my nickname. Kappa is a traditional, imaginary creature who came into being in Japan over 300 years ago. She is good at swimming, like me, for I like swimming. I would like to make our tour operated smoothly as Kappa does when she swims in the river or pond. It is my pleasure to introduce many aspects in our tour, especially cooking, for it is my hobby and I went to the professional cooking and SAKE school, respectively. If you have any questions or requests about Japanese cooking, of course our tour, I am very delighted to answer to you anytime!

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  • Kyoto in One Day: Kyoto Imperial Palace & Kinkaku-ji

    Kyoto in One Day: Kyoto Imperial Palace & Kinkaku-ji

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 Hotel Meet(Hotel Kyoto)
    • 9:00-9:15 Walking (Hotel → Kyoto Imperial Palace)
    • 9:15-10:00 Visit Kyoto Imperial Palace
    • 10:00-11:00 Transfer (Subway Tozai Line; Karasuma Imadegawa → Karasuma Shijo, Hankyu Railway; Karasuma Shijo → Arashiyama)
    • 11:00-12:00 Arashiyama walk & sightseeing (Togetsukyo Bridge, Tenryu-ji Sogenchi Garden, Bamboo Grove)
    • 12:00-13:00 Lunch (Cafe Dinnig Sera )
    • 13:00-14:00 Transfer (Keifuku Railway; Arashiyama → Kitano-Hakubaicho, Kyoto City Bus; Kitano-Hakubaicho → Kinkaku-ji-michi)
    • 14:00-14:40 Visit Kinkaku-ji
    • 14:40-15:00 Transfer (City Bus; Kinkaku-ji-michi → Kawaramachi Shijo)
    • ※The customer requested to buy Japanese souvenirs, so at the end of the tour I took them to Shinkyogoku, introduced a shop, and said goodbye

    What Can You See on a Private One-Day Kyoto Tour? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America. [Japan Guide Agency (JGA Inc.)](https://www.j-g-a.org/) guide led them to the Kyoto Imperial Palace, Arashiyama (the Togetsukyo Bridge, the Sogenchi Garden at Tenryu-ji Temple, and the bamboo grove), and Kinkaku-ji Temple, finishing at Shinkyogoku, a place where they could buy Japanese souvenirs. The guests were very gracious throughout the tour. One of the guests said the Kyoto Imperial Palace and the Sogenchi Garden were the highlights, and especially liked the concept of the rock garden's waterfall rock formation. Another of the guests said Kinkaku-ji Temple was the favorite. Although this was a one-day stay in Kyoto, I believe the guests enjoyed it very much.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainKarasuma Imadegawa～Karasuma Shijo260JPY
    Section 2TrainHankyu Karasuma～Arashiyama240JPY
    Section 3TrainArashiyama～Kitano-Hakubaicho250JPY
    Section 4BusKitano-Hakubaicho～Kinkaku-ji-michi230JPY
    Section 5BusKinkaku-ji-michi～Shijo Kawaramachi230JPY
    Total1,210JPY

    Tour Report by Michi

    My name is (Mr.)Michiharu Aioi and I worked at Electronic Manufacturing Company (Panasonic) for more than 40 years in charge of overseas sales.
    I learned a lot in these 40 years and now I would like to contribute to the promotion of mutual understanding with foreign countries being involved in tourism busines utilizing my long experience in my previous company. I will do my best to make each trip very fruitful for each foreign visitor.
    As for my language ability, in addition to English, I can speak Spanish which I used in my job and I can communicate with Chinese people with intermediate level. Finally It is my great pleasure if my activity could work in the mutual understang with foreign visitors. Thanks a Lot !

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    Jul 19, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
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    Jul 13, 2026
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  • Osaka in Half a Day: Osaka Castle & Doguyasuji

    Osaka in Half a Day: Osaka Castle & Doguyasuji

    Osaka Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 09:30 Meet @ Hotel Osaka
    • 10:15 @ Osaka Castle (exterior only)
    • 11:45 @ Shinsaibashi・Dotonbori
    • 12:30 @ Doguyasuji
    • 13:15 Dismissal @ Namba Shopping Street

    What Is a Private One-Day Tour of Osaka Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Osaka Castle and Dotonbori The guests were visiting Japan, and everything went smoothly. This was their second visit to Japan, and I felt they were fond of Japan with considerable knowledge about the country. They viewed each spot with great interest and listened attentively to the guide's explanations. Although Osaka Castle was viewed only from the outside, they took many photos, which showed their high level of interest. At Dotonbori, they enjoyed a soft-serve ice cream from a popular performance stand and seemed very satisfied. I was able to hear very interesting stories about various countries they had visited, which was very meaningful for me as a guide. They also had a great sense of humor, and jokes between the guests and the guide kept us laughing throughout the tour. After the tour, they requested "okonomiyaki," so I guided them to a recommended restaurant, where we parted ways. They mentioned they would be joining an Osaka food-walking tour that evening.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayNamba～Morinomiya240JPY
    Section 2SubwayMorinomiya～Shinsaibashi240JPY
    Total480JPY

    Tour Report by Yama

    Dear my guests,

    This is (Mr.) Yama, greeting from Kobe, Japan.
    I would like to warmly welcome you to Japan this time. I am from the city of Kobe, which is of course, well-known for very tasty Kobe Beef . You can taste
    real genuine Kobe Beef here. Kobe is also called “Home of Japanese Sake” with lots of Sake breweries, and I recommend you would visit those breweries
    if you have any interest in Japanese Sake as well as one aspect of Japanese cultures. Of course, you can have tastings of various kinds of Sake there.

    Whenever during the tour, I always try to make it safe, pleasant and comfortable for all of the guests, which is my first priority. I am very much confident
    that you can have a pleasant and unforgettable experience in Japan. Just tell me about your preference; what you would like to like to see, have, know
    and eat and so on. Particularly, I hold the license for cooking qualified by the government here and maybe, I can reply you for questions related to the
    foods here. In this respect, I strongly recommend you would try not only famous Japanese cuisine such as Sushi, Tempura or Suki-yaki but some
    Japanese traditional local foods, like Tako-yaki, Okonomi-yaki and Kushkatsu. They are sometimes called the soul foods of Japan. Here is the brief
    explanation for these three foods.

    1) Tako-yaki
    Tako-yaki is a snack filled with pieces of octopus in a batter of flour , egg and soup stock. You can call them octopus dumplings or balls. “Tako” means
    octopus and “yaki” means grilled or broiled.
    2) Okonomi-yaki
    This word Okonomi-yaki means “cook just as you like” and you can use whatever you like as toppings, such as beef, pork, shrimp, squid and octopus.
    Okonomi-yaki is round shape and just like pancakes or pizza in shape mainly made from egg, flour and water.
    3) Kushi-katsu
    Kushi-katsu is skewered cutlet or deep-fried foods on a stick. “Kushi” means skewer and “katsu” means cutlet. Various kinds of foods are used for
    ingredients such as beef, pork, chicken, shrimp, squid, octopus and lots of kinds of vegetables.

    Actually, the western Japan including Osaka, Kobe and Himeji is called as “Home of such local soul foods”. You should give it a try and I am sure
    that you like them very much.

    I sincerely hope that I can be your tour guide this time in Kobe, Osaka and Himeji. If my guests said to me after the tour, “I have had a very good
    and pleasant time with you today. I hope I can come here again and name you as our guide”, which is my great pleasure. Moreover, I would be
    great honored if they say “I like Japan now thanks to you”.

    Looking forward to meeting you soon here.
    Doomo Arigato Gozaimasu!
    Yama

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    Jul 25, 2026
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  • Wakayama in Half a Day: Senjuinbashi

    Wakayama in Half a Day: Senjuinbashi

    Mt. Koya Sacred Sites Half-Day Tour with Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 11:00　Senjuinbashi
    • 11:10　Danjo Garan
    • 12:00 Lunch Maruman
    • 12:50　Kongobuji Temple
    • 13:00　Move to Okunoin
    • 13:50　Nestorian Monument
    • 14:25　Nakanohashi Purification Fountain
    • 14:45　Okunoin
    • 15:25　In front of Nakanohashi Parking Lot

    Title: What Is a Private Walking Tour of Koyasan (Mount Koya) Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests arrived at Senjuinbashi at the scheduled time. As we walked toward the Garan temple complex, we talked about their stay in Japan. We toured Konpon Daito, Miedo, Kujakudo, Saito, Shisho Myojin, and the Rokkaku Kyozo, and since it was noon, we moved to a restaurant for lunch. They enjoyed udon and sushi, and remarked that all the Japanese dishes were delicious. After that, we moved to Kongobuji and I guided them through the temple. They were deeply moved by the fusuma paintings and the Japanese garden. Afterward, though it is not usually part of the tour, we stopped by the Nestorian Stone Monument and the grave associated with a well-known figure. Walking along the Okunoin approach, the guests said the special atmosphere was wonderful. At the mausoleum, I handed them the candle they had brought so they could offer prayers. On the way back we took a different path, viewing various graves and taking photos. We ended the tour in front of the Nakanohashi parking area. The guests said that although Koyasan was a bit of a detour, they were truly glad they had come.

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    Tour Report by Kiyoko

    Hello, my name is Kiyoko. I have been a local English guide since 2016. I have studied the history and folklore at a local guide club and have an experience of guiding guests from various countries. I am good at Takijiri Oji-Takahara Jinja, Hosshinmon Oji-Hongu Taisha and Daimonzaka-Nachi Taisha, Seiganto-ji, Nachi Fall. Besides Kumano, I can guide Koyasan, Okunoin, Kongobu-ji, Danjo Garan, Niutsuhime Jinja and Jison-in. I have been to Koyasan 30-40 times . My aim is sharing a great time with guests while guiding. See you in Kumano or in Koyasan.

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    May 23, 2026
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  • Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day

    Hakone Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • ①11:00 Meet at Hakone-Yumoto Station
    • Travel all day with the Hakone Free Pass
    • ②11:00-11:30 Bus to Moto-Hakone Port
    • ③11:30-12:40 Hakone Shrine
    • ④12:45-13:15 Lake Ashi pirate ship cruise
    • ⑤13:15-13:35 Ropeway to Owakudani
    • ⑥13:35-14:10 Owakudani
    • ⑦14:10-14:30 Ropeway to Sounzan
    • ⑧14:30-15:00 Cable car to Gora
    • ⑨15:00-16:00 Gora Park
    • ⑩16:10-17:00 Disband at Hakone-Yumoto Station

    What Is a Private Day Tour of Hakone Like from Odawara? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were a group visiting Japan from North America. Since they were staying at a hotel in Odawara, we arranged to meet at Hakone-Yumoto Station. Based on their prior requests, we toured Hakone Shrine, Lake Ashi, the ropeway, and Owakudani using the Hakone Free Pass. As it was a Saturday and I anticipated crowds, we first took the bus from Hakone-Yumoto Station and traveled clockwise. Since it was cloudy all day, it was not particularly crowded. Unfortunately, we could not see Mount Fuji or Owakudani at all, but the guests seemed to enjoy the serene atmosphere of Hakone Shrine. They did not have lunch, and once we returned to Hakone-Yumoto Station, they mentioned they would have an early dinner before heading back, so we parted ways there.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Free PassHakone-Yumoto～Hakone-Yumoto5,000JPY
    Total5,000JPY

    Tour Report by SAM

    Hello! I am Osamu Kitagawa , National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter(English). Please call me SAM.
    I love Japanese culture, history, and visiting historical places, scenic spots, and fashionable spots as well. I can guide you all over Japan as I have ever visited all prefectures in Japan. I have a global experience in international banking business including residing in Hong Kong and Jakarta. So I’m able to have daily conversations in Indonesian language, too. I’m looking forward to seeing you soon!

    Certification
    Certified Travel Services Manager
    Authorized Tour Conductor
    Kyoto Expert Certification

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    Jul 23, 2026
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  • Tokyo in One Day: Zojoji & Kappa-bashi Street

    Tokyo in One Day: Zojoji & Kappa-bashi Street

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Hotel
    • 10:05 Zojoji
    • 10:40 Imperial Palace East Garden
    • 11:30 Nihonbashi
    • 12:00 Ginza
    • 12:30 Tsukiji Outer Market
    • 13:00 Lunch
    • 14:30 Asakusa Sensoji
    • 15:40 Kappa-bashi Street
    • 16:10 Tour ends in Kappa-bashi Area

    What Can You See on a Private Tokyo Day Tour? A Licensed Guide's Report on Shiba, Nihonbashi, Tsukiji, and Asakusa The guests were a group from Europe and North America, and they spoke to each other in English. Both were very interested in Japan and asked many questions about Japanese history. The itinerary was proposed by the guide, but Zojoji Temple and Nihonbashi were added at the guests' request. They enjoyed a moderate amount of shopping as well, buying Toraya yokan in Nihonbashi, fresh oysters in Tsukiji, and a knife in Asakusa. For lunch, we went to "Tsukiji Yabu Soba" in the food court of the Uogashi Market in Tsukiji, where they had a tempura set meal and a tempura rice bowl. After sightseeing at Sensoji Temple, the guests expressed a wish to visit a pottery shop, so we also went to Kappabashi Kitchenware Street. I explained how to get back to their hotel from Asakusa, and the tour concluded at Kappabashi Kitchenware Street.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainOnarimon～Otemachi178JPY
    Section 2TrainTakebashi～Nihonbashi178JPY
    Section 3TrainNihonbashi～Ginza178JPY
    Section 4TrainGinza～Tsukiji178JPY
    Section 5TrainHigashi-ginza～Asakusa220JPY
    Total932JPY

    Tour Report by Harry

    Hello there,
    I’m Harry. This nickname comes from Harry Bosch, a character in American detective novels. I like watching films, listening to music and reading books, especially detective stories. I love meeting people from different countries and would like to help them understand Japanese culture and history. I believe that tourism can connect people all over the world and change the world into something truly peaceful. I was born in Osaka and have lived in Tokyo for more than 35 years. I am very happy to welcome tourists from all over the world. I will do my best to make your days fantastic. I look forward to seeing you soon.

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    Oct 8, 2025
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  • Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine & Asakusa - Eating around ➕ Shopping

    Tokyo in One Day: Meiji Shrine & Asakusa – Eating around ➕ Shopping

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 Hotel
    • Use the Toei Metro Subway one-day pass (900 yen) from Oedo Line Shiodome Station to Meiji Jingumae
    • 9:50-11:15 Meiji Shrine
    • *Took it slow since they were performing Bugaku, etc.
    • 11:30-11:50 Shibuya Scramble Crossing
    • Use the Hanzomon Line
    • 12:10-13:30 Imperial Palace
    • Use the Ginza Line and Asakusa Line
    • 13:50-14:30 Asakusa – Eating around ➕ Shopping
    • Asakusa Line, Oedo Line
    • 15:00 Hotel

    What Is a Private Tokyo Walking Tour Like for Senior Guests? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from Europe, traveling around Japan on a well-planned itinerary. They stayed at a temple lodging on Mount Koya and visited hot spring towns such as Kinosaki and Arima. They mentioned that other members of their group were also in Japan at the time. In the evening they planned to enjoy high-end sushi, so during the day they savored street food such as curry bread and croquettes in Asakusa. At Meiji Shrine, we happened to encounter a bugaku performance and many wedding ceremonies. To reduce walking, instead of going all the way to Shimbashi on foot, we used a one-day subway pass from Shiodome. Since we also used it to access restrooms, purchasing the one-day pass proved worthwhile.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1Free PassShiodome～Meiji Jingumae900JPY
    Section 2TrainHarajuku～Shibuya146JPY
    Section 3Free PassShibuya～Otemachi0JPY
    Section 4Free PassOtemachi～Asakusa0JPY
    Section 5Free PassAsakusa～Shiodome0JPY
    Total1,046JPY

    Tour Report by Maki

    Hello!
    I’m Maki. Nice to meet you.
    I used to work at a travel agency as a tour escort so I have traveled to more than 50 countries and all 47 prefectures in Japan.
    When I came back to Japan from abroad, I always noticed virtues in Japan anew.
    I’m thrilled to introduce such kinds of stories and favorite places to you.
    I like bar hopping, cooking, history, and outdoor activities such as camping, cycling.
    I have a licence of International Sake Sommlier and Wine Expert. I’m happy if I would have a chance to introduce you about sake and wine.
    I’m also a mother of junior high school girl. Let’s have fun together!

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    Oct 9, 2025
    301catherinep
    Fabulous customised tour
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Maki is a wonderful, well informed guide. She customised…

    Oct 2, 2025
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    Our 6 hour tour with Maki was fantastic
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    Maki is the best!
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
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    Jul 12, 2025
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    Maki san kakkoii desu
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  • Tokyo in One Day: Departure: Depart from Shinagawa & Harajuku Station

    Tokyo in One Day: Departure: Depart from Shinagawa & Harajuku Station

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Meeting place: Hotel Takanawa
    • 9:10 Departure: Depart from Shinagawa Station
    • (JR Yamanote Line)
    • 9:40 Arrive at Ueno Station
    • Ueno Tokyo National Museum
    • 10:40 Depart from Ueno Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line)
    • Nihombashi Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Tozai Line)
    • 11:00 Arrive at Otemachi Station
    • Tokyo Imperial Palace East Gardens
    • Nijubashi Bridge
    • 12:00 Depart from Nijubashimae Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line)
    • 12:10 Arrive at Hibiya Station
    • Hibiya Lunch: Tokyo Midtown Hibiya
    • Hibiya Annex – Kashunan
    • 13:00 Depart from Hibiya Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line)
    • Arrive at Tsukiji Station
    • Shiodome Hama-rikyu Gardens
    • 14:00 Depart from Shiodome Station
    • (Toei Subway Oedo Line)
    • Aoyama-itchome Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Ginza Line)
    • Omotesando Station
    • (Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line)
    • 14:40 Arrive at Meiji-jingumae Station
    • Harajuku Meiji Shrine
    • Takeshita Street
    • 16:00 Depart from Harajuku Station
    • (JR Yamanote Line)
    • 16:30 Arrive at Shinagawa Station
    • 16:30 Disband: Shinagawa Station

    Private Tokyo Tour Report from a Licensed Guide: A One-Day Itinerary Covering Ueno, the Imperial Palace, and Meiji Shrine The guests were visitors from Europe, and it was their first time in Japan. The main part of their trip was a 14-day cruise from Asia arriving in Japan. They had arrived at Yokohama Port the previous morning and taken a taxi to their hotel in Tokyo. They planned to stay in Tokyo before flying home from Haneda Airport. The day before, after arriving, they had gone to Asakusa for a tea ceremony experience. The guests requested, "Even if the time at each location is short, we would like to visit as many sightseeing spots as possible." The tour took place under mostly cloudy weather. After meeting at the hotel, we traveled from Shinagawa Station to Ueno Station. First, we visited the Tokyo National Museum. The guests were knowledgeable about Japanese history and viewed the "kimono" and "tea ceremony utensils" with particular enthusiasm. They asked questions such as, "Where did the Japanese people come from?" and "Around what time did the samurai emerge?" We then moved on to the Imperial Palace. I explained "the Edo period and the Meiji Restoration," "why Edo Castle became the Imperial Palace," and "the current challenges facing the Imperial Family." They also asked, "Does the Emperor really live inside here?" and "Does the Emperor hold any political authority?" The guests requested lunch, so we went to Tokyo Midtown Hibiya. They mentioned, "We are fond of Japanese soba." Next, we moved to Hamarikyu Gardens. The guests said, "We love Japanese gardens, and we have built a small 'Japanese garden' in our own yard at home." They commented, "It's wonderful that there is such a beautiful Japanese garden in the middle of the city center." We then moved to Harajuku. At Meiji Shrine, I explained "what Shinto is" and "the difference between Shinto and Buddhism," as well as information about "Emperor Meiji." They remarked, "It's wonderful that there is such a green place here as well." They also commented, "The subway is far more advanced than the one in London," "The city is clean and there is no litter on the streets," "There are no trash cans on the streets," and "The public restrooms are clean and pleasant, quite different from London." I saw them off at Shinagawa Station, and we parted ways.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainShinagawa Station～Ueno Station208JPY
    Section 2SubwayUeno Station～Otemachi Station178JPY
    Section 3SubwayNijubashimae Station～Hibiya Station178JPY
    Section 4SubwayHibiya Station～Tsukiji Station178JPY
    Section 5SubwayShiodome Station～Aoyama-itchome Station220JPY
    Section 6SubwayAoyama-itchome Station～Meiji-jingumae Station178JPY
    Section 7TrainHarajuku Station～Shinagawa Station178JPY
    Total1,318JPY

    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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    Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage in 1 Day by Car with Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 8:50 meet@Aokishimanoyado
    • 2. 10:00 @Kumano Hongu Taisha
    • 3. 10:40 @Oyunohara
    • 4. 11:00 @Yunomine Onsen
    • 5. 12:10 @Kumano Hayatama Taisha
    • 6. 13:00 Lunch@Sohonke Mehariya
    • 7. 14:00 @Daimonzaka
    • 8. 14:45 @Seiganto-ji
    • 9. 15:30 @Kumano Nachi Taisha
    • 10. 16: 00 @Hiro Shrine
    • 11. 16:30 Dismissal@Sightseeing Pier

    A Private Kumano Hayatama Taisha Shrine Tour Report: What Is "Our Four Soul"? A Licensed Guide's Experience The guest asked many sharp questions, which kept me on my toes, and the staff at Kumano Hayatama Taisha Shrine also did their best to explain. At the amulet counter, there was an expression, "our four soul," and the guest asked what it meant. Even the shrine staff were unsure, so a senior person came out from the back and kindly explained it. It was something I myself did not fully understand, so it was difficult to explain, but somehow we managed to reach an understanding. It was a good learning experience for me as well, so I told the guest to feel free to keep asking questions, and our conversation afterward became quite lively. When we parted, the guest said, "You did a great job today. Thank you."

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    Tour Report by YUKA

    Hi! My name is YUKA. I’ve got the government license in 2018 and joined a half year traning to do the guide. But a half year later I started my carreer, Covid came. I should have given up guiding. During the Covid, I’ve read many books and made my own materials to explain Japanese culture, history, etc. I love guiding because the guests expand my horizon all the time and let me know their own country and culture, etc. It is really important for us all to know each other and respect each other to make this world peace. Thank you for coming to Japan! Let’s enjoy Japan together!

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