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  • Gifu in Half a Day: Kokubunji Temple & Kusakabe Folk Art Museum

    Gifu in Half a Day: Kokubunji Temple & Kusakabe Folk Art Museum

    Takayama Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    May, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 Meet at Hotel
    • 9:10 Kokubunji Temple
    • 9:35 Miyagawa Morning Market
    • 10:30 Yatai Kaikan
    • 11:00 Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine
    • 11:30 Nikko Hall
    • 12:10 Kusakabe Folk Art Museum
    • 13:00 Disband at the old town streets

    Although the booking form listed a 9:30 meeting at a hotel, through email correspondence after the reservation the meeting was changed to 9:00 at a hotel. Since the guests had told me their preferred destinations in advance, I took them to the Miyagawa Morning Market, the Yatai Kaikan (Festival Floats Exhibition Hall), and the Kusakabe Folk Museum. During the tour we happened to see local people making offerings at the Akiba shrine, and we were also able to watch a shrine maiden's dance. Some of the guests enjoyed photography as a hobby and delighted in the fresh green scenery of Takayama. As some of the guests were also interested in woodblock prints, I introduced an antique shop that we did not have time to visit during the tour, and that evening they contacted me to say they had found a woodblock print.

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    Tour Report by Annie

    My name is Akane Ito from Takayama city.
    I started a tour guiding from 2013.
    I was guiding almost 1000 people.
    I love this job. And I love people who visit in my town. I will take a you to local place where my favorite places . I’m good about communication with the guest and always cheerful. I will take you to Local Sake brewery for tasting sake, Morning Market, Historical places (Takayama Jinya, Takayama festival float museum and Old private houses area) ands my favorite places. If you are interesting about me, please feel free to contact me.

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    Oct 11, 2025
    Traveler27625367943
    Outstanding, enjoyable tour!
    Tripadvisor review: Takayama Half-Day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
    Annie (Akane) was a wonderful guide…knowledgeable, engaging, fun,…

    Aug 30, 2024
    Leonie_B
    Interesting and informative
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    Annie is a delightful person and great guide.…

    Jun 29, 2024
    MarydeS
    Lovely morning tour.
    Tripadvisor review: Takayama Half-Day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
    Our morning tour around the old centre of…

  • Osaka in Half a Day: Osaka Castle & Kuromon Market

    Osaka in Half a Day: Osaka Castle & Kuromon Market

    Osaka Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 09:00 Meet @ Hotel Granvia Osaka
    • 09:45 @ Osaka Castle (exterior only, including Hokoku Shrine)
    • 11:15 @ Shitennoji Temple
    • 12:15 @ Kuromon Market
    • 12:45 Dismissal @ Kuromon Market

    Title: What Is a Private Osaka Walking Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Osaka Castle and Kuromon Market The guests moved smoothly throughout the tour. At each spot, they observed everything with great interest and curiosity, and listened attentively to the guide's explanations. At Osaka Castle, although we viewed it only from the outside, I believe they were very satisfied with the beauty and grandeur of the castle. At Kuromon Market, they showed particular interest in the live pufferfish in the tanks. We parted ways at Kuromon Market, but since the guests very much wanted to have lunch there, I introduced two or three recommended restaurants, handed them a map, and explained how to get back before saying goodbye. The guests were very pleasant, and one of them had a great sense of humor, bursting into laughter at the guide's jokes.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainOsaka～Morinomiya170JPY
    Section 2SubwayMorinomiya～Shitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka240JPY
    Section 3SubwayShitennoji-mae Yuhigaoka～Nipponbashi190JPY
    Total600JPY

    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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    Tripadvisor review: Osaka Local Food & Culture Tour in 1 Day, Licensed Guide
    Amazing Food Tour through Osaka
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    Jul 20, 2026
    Eric_W
    Viator review: Himeji Castle & Koko-en in 1 Day Tour with Licensed Guide
    Castle journey worth your time!
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    Jul 13, 2026
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    Viator review: Kobe Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    Our tour guide Yama was amazing!!
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    Jul 4, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Osaka 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    A wonderful time!
    We absolutely loved this tour. Yama was attentive, was…

  • Hiroshima: Shukkeien Garde & Peace Memorial Museum

    Hiroshima: Shukkeien Garde & Peace Memorial Museum

    Hiroshima Peace Park Customized Tour with Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 11:30 meet up at the North Gate of Hiroshima Station
    • 11:45 bus to Shukkeien-Garden
    • 11:50-12:40 Shukkeien Garde
    • 12:40-12:50 walk to Hiroshima Castle
    • 12:50-13:40 Hiroshima Castle
    • 13:40 walk to Peace Memorial Park
    • 13:55-14:30 Peace Memorial Park (major monuments)
    • 14:30-15:40 Peace Memorial Museum
    • 15:40-15:50 Walk to Hondori Shopping street
    • 15:50 Break up

    Title: What Is a 4-Hour Private Hiroshima Walking Tour Like on a Day Trip from Kyoto? A Licensed Guide's Report I guided a group on a day trip to Hiroshima from Kyoto. Although I had set the meeting point at the Shinkansen exit of Hiroshima Station, the guests were apparently waiting near the tourist information side, so even though we were close to each other, neither of us realized it at first. Even so, we managed to meet safely at the scheduled time of 11:30. It reminded me once again how tricky meeting points at stations can be! It was a pleasure to be part of such a heartwarming trip taken together by the guests. Over the four hours, we used public transportation once and walked quite a long distance, and as a guide it was reassuring and easy to lead the tour with such active guests. Since one of the guests loved trees, they took many photos of the trees at Shukkeien Garden and within the Peace Memorial Park. It was a tour spent enjoying friendly and pleasant conversation throughout.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusHiroshima～Shukkeien Garden220JPY
    Total220JPY

    Tour Report by Kay

    I hope this message finds you well and full of excitement for your upcoming journey to Hiroshima! My name is Kay, and I am thrilled to be your designated tour guide for this adventure.
    As a guide deeply passionate about the rich history, culture, and natural beauty of this area, I am eager to share these experiences with you. With nearly 10 years of experience as a tour guide, I’ve had the pleasure of welcoming guests from all over the world, each bringing their own unique perspectives and interests. Whether this is your first-time visiting Hiroshima or you’re returning to explore it more deeply, my goal is to provide you with an enriching and memorable experience.
    Our itinerary will take us through some of the most iconic landmarks, as well as a few hidden gems that only locals know about. Whether you’re interested in exploring ancient architecture, indulging in the local cuisine, or learning about the fascinating history that has shaped this place, I am here to tailor the tour to your interests. My aim is to not only guide you but also to connect you with the heart and soul of Hiroshima.
    I understand that traveling to a new country can sometimes be a bit overwhelming, especially with language barriers and unfamiliar customs. Please consider me your local resource – not just for the tour itself, but for any questions or concerns you may have during your stay. From dining recommendations to advice on local etiquette, I am more than happy to assist in making your visit as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Before we begin our tour, feel free to share with me any specific interests or special requests you might have. Whether it’s a particular site you’re eager to visit, a type of cuisine you’re curious to try, or even a story you’ve heard about this place that you’d like to explore further, your input will help me craft an experience that is uniquely suited to you. Thank you for choosing to explore Hiroshima with me. I look forward to meeting you in person and sharing in the discovery of all that this incredible place has to offer.
    If you have any questions before your arrival, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Until then, I wish you safe travels and eagerly await the opportunity to guide you on what promises to be an unforgettable journey.

    Warm regards,
    Kay

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    Jun 3, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
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    Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima City 4hr Private Walking Tour with Licensed Guide
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    Unforgettable and emotionally moving tour of…

    Jul 10, 2025
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    Amazing day
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    Jun 13, 2025
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  • Hiroshima: Shukkeien Garden & Peace Park

    Hiroshima: Shukkeien Garden & Peace Park

    Hiroshima Peace Park Customized Tour with Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00 Meet @ Hiroshima Station Shinkansen Exit
    • 9:00-9:08 Travel by Maple-p Bus
    • 9:15-10:00 Shukkeien Garden
    • 10:15-10:50 Hiroshima Castle and Hiro Park
    • 11:00-12:15 Peace Park (Atomic Bomb Dome, monuments, Peace Memorial Museum)
    • 12:15-13:00 Lunch @ Kuraya
    • 13:00-13:20 Travel by Hiroden Streetcar
    • 13:20 Tour ends @ Hiroshima Station

    Title: What's a Private Hiroshima Walking Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors from North America, and Hiroshima was the final destination of their long trip through Japan, with their return home scheduled for the next day. Since they had already visited many shrines and temples and had just been to Osaka Castle, the guests preferred not to visit that kind of site again, so we simply viewed Hiroshima Castle from the outside. The guests had a strong interest in understanding the reality of the atomic bombing, so I explained the sites related to the war and the atomic bomb located around Hiroshima Castle. Continuing our walk through the city, we stopped at an okonomiyaki restaurant. This particular okonomiyaki restaurant has a hot plate in each private room, so the okonomiyaki stays warm and can be enjoyed at its best, and the guests seemed to love the atmosphere, finding the private rooms with hot plates quite unusual. The okonomiyaki turned out to be far more delicious than they had expected, and they thanked me for bringing them there.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1BusHiroshima Station～Kenritsu Bijutsukan-mae220JPY
    Section 2TrainKamiyacho-nishi～Hiroshima Station220JPY
    Total440JPY

    Tour Report by Tomoyo

    As a Hiroshima government-certified English-speaking guide, I’ve led over 160 heartfelt tours for guests from around the world. I craft each experience with care, blending history, humor, and emotional resonance to help you connect deeply with this beautiful city and its stories. I love sharing insights about Hiroshima and Japan, but I also enjoy chatting with my guests as if we were friends, learning about each other along the way and creating meaningful moments together. Every tour becomes a unique exchange, shaped by the people I meet. I look forward to welcoming you and guiding you in Hiroshima.

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    Sep 24, 2025
    Paige_M
    Lovely and Educational Tour of Hiroshima
    Viator review: Hiroshima City 4hr Private Walking Tour with Licensed Guide
    Our guide for this…

    May 8, 2025
    Smatty68
    Tomoyo was a star guide
    Tripadvisor review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
    We really enjoyed our…

    Apr 29, 2025
    Josh_H
    Amazing experience and very grateful for my tour guide Tomoyo
    Viator review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed…

    Apr 29, 2025
    Chloe_O
    The best day in Japan with Tomoyo!
    Viator review: Hiroshima / Miyajima Full-day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
    Tomoyo was…

  • Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car

    Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1.9:30 Meet @Hotel Kyoto Sajyo
    • 2.9:55 @Toji Temple
    • 3.11:00 @Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
    • 4.12:10 @Nanzenji Temple
    • 5.13:05 Lunch @Kyoto Yudofu "Kisaki"
    • 5.13:55 @Ginkakuji Temple
    • 6.15:05 @Hokanji Temple (photos only)
    • 7. 15:30 Dismissal @Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

    What Is a Private Kyoto Walking Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Kiyomizu-dera and the Yasaka Pagoda The guests were visiting from North America. They had listed the places they wanted to see, and Kiyomizu-dera was among them. It was not possible to cover all of their requested spots, and since the final stop of the tour was the Yasaka Pagoda (Hokan-ji), I suggested that they visit Kiyomizu-dera on their own afterward, as it is close to Hokan-ji. They agreed, and I guided the tour to Hokan-ji, but they became tired and no longer had the energy to go to Kiyomizu-dera, so I sent them back to their hotel by car. They were satisfied with the tour.

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    Tour Report by Shoko

    I am an experienced guide, who live in Osaka. I have been a Government-Licensed Guide in English since 2018. I have already guided a lot of tourists overseas in Kansai Area, that is, in the vicinity of my prefecture, Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Kobe, and Himeji. I am especially good at guiding in Kansai Area with sufficient knowledge of history, culture and transportation. I have guided people ranging from a small group of one or two to a group of 20-50 people in a big bus, that is, a coach. I like delicious food, because Osaka is a city of Kuidaorre, which means that people in Osaka love to eat and never spend too much money on food. Therefore, as an Osakan, I will do my best to explore restaurants which serve most delicious foods in wherever I take to my guests.

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    Mar 31, 2026
    Michael A
    Tripadvisor review: Osaka 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Perfectly customized tour
    Shoko San did an amazing job planning a…

    Mar 29, 2026
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    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Shoko was great
    Shoko was an excellent guide. From the moment she…

    Oct 8, 2025
    441gayh
    World Heritage Kyoto places with the best guide
    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Absolutely perfect! SHOKO was…

    Oct 3, 2025
    Judi H
    Introduction to Kyoto
    Tripadvisor review: Kyoto 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    We had a wonderful tour with Shoko.
    She…

  • Himeji Castle Half-Day Customized Tour

    Himeji Castle Half-Day Customized Tour

    Himeji Castle Half-Day Customized Tour with Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 1. 13:00 Meet up @ In front of Himeji Station Central Ticket Gate
    • 2. 13:05 @ Castle View
    • 3. 13:30 @ Himeji Castle
    • 4. 15:10 @ Koko-en Garden
    • 5. 15:50 @ Egret Himeji Rooftop
    • 6. 16:20 Disband @ Himeji Station East Exit

    What Is a Private Himeji Castle Day Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report Today's guests were visitors from North America who were visiting Japan for the first time. They had arrived one week earlier and had already sightseen in Tokyo and Kyoto. After today's Himeji tour, they planned to head to Hiroshima and finally travel to Fukuoka. Today, after meeting at Himeji Station, we visited Castle View, Himeji Castle, Koko-en Garden, and the rooftop of Egret Himeji, before ending the tour at Himeji Station. Although we started the tour relatively late in the day, it was not too hot today, so we were able to continue the tour comfortably. The guests were very pleased.

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    Tour Report by Norio

    Hello, my name is Norio Oki, a Government-Certified Tour Guide in Japan.
    I specialize in guiding visitors through the beautiful and historic regions of Himeji and Kobe.

    My expertise includes Japanese history, traditional culture, castles, and sake. I enjoy sharing not only facts, but also the stories and spirit behind each place.

    In Himeji, I offer guided tours of Himeji Castle, Kokoen Garden, Shoshazan Engyoji Temple, and Nadagiku Sake Brewery.
    In Kobe, I guide guests through the Nada Sake Breweries area, Mt. Rokko, Kobe Nunobiki Herb Garden, Harborland, Meriken Park, the Kitano District, Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, and the lively Motomachi Shopping Street.

    Whether you’re interested in history, nature, or local experiences, I will create a personalized tour tailored to your interests.

    If you’re planning to visit Himeji or Kobe, I would be delighted to be your guide.
    I look forward to meeting you soon!

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    Jul 7, 2026
    77guye
    The best way to experience Himeji Castle
    Tripadvisor review: Himeji Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    What a great way to…

    May 30, 2026
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    Loved our tour
    Tripadvisor review: Kobe 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    We had a great tour with Norio, would highly…

    May 28, 2026
    TrailBlazer741528
    Kobe Variety.
    Tripadvisor review: Kobe 4hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Our delightful guide, Norio, was knowledgeable and a master at…

    May 23, 2026
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    Himeji castle with Norio
    Tripadvisor review: Himeji Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    We learnt lots about Himeji castle and it…

  • Fukuoka in One Day: Kushida Shrine

    Fukuoka in One Day: Kushida Shrine

    Fukuoka Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 10:00 Hotel Okura Fukuoka
    • 10:30 Kushida Shrine
    • 11:00 Tochoji Temple
    • 11:50 Depart Hakata Station
    • 12:15 Kido Nanzoin
    • 13:35 Depart Kido Nanzoin-mae
    • 14:00 Hakata Tokyu Department Store Basement
    • 14:35 Disperse at Macrobiotic Cafe Eva

    Title: What Is a Private Fukuoka Walking Tour Like? A Licensed Guide's Report The guests were visitors attending a conference in Japan, and they wished to finish the tour a little earlier than planned. They preferred a plant-based diet, and asked for ramen options that suited it as well. Since there was a suitable restaurant very close to their accommodation, I saw them there and we parted ways. They enjoyed walking a great deal, and mobility was not an issue at all. They had a strong interest in Japanese culture, and before the conference they had toured Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, and Hiroshima before arriving in Fukuoka, where the event was held. We made a brief stop at Don Quijote so they could buy souvenirs.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1SubwayNakasu-Kawabata～Hakata Station210JPY
    Section 2TrainHakata Station～Kido Nanzoin-mae380JPY
    Section 3TrainKido Nanzoin-mae～Hakata Station380JPY
    Section 4SubwayHakata Station～Nakasu-Kawabata Station210JPY
    Total1,180JPY

    Tour Report by Sasuke

    Hello, my nickname is Sasuke. I have been working as a National Government Licensed Guide since 2006. I was born and raised in Fukuoka city. I also work as a teacher. Recently my work as a grandmother has become busier and busier. What I like about being a guide is that I talk to people from different countries, get exposed to different ideas, and grow as a person. I would be happy to help make your trip more enjoyable. If you have any requests, please feel free to ask me. I will do my best to fulfill your request as much as possible. Looking forward to seeing you.

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    Jul 8, 2026
    jdtudor
    Great day!
    Viator review: Fukuoka Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
    This is a great way to see…

    Oct 8, 2025
    jacquiwinn62
    A great day sightseeing in Fukuoka and ate the best Ramen ever!
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    Oct 3, 2025
    Raeanne101184
    City tour of popular shopping and shrines and temples.
    Tripadvisor review: Fukuoka Full-Day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
    Sasuke showed…

    Sep 4, 2025
    mareen589
    Great 6 hour Tour of Fukuoka
    Tripadvisor review: Fukuoka Full-Day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
    Our tour was 6 hours…

  • Tokyo: Harajuku & Nijubashi Bridge

    Tokyo: Harajuku & Nijubashi Bridge

    Tokyo Customized Full-Day Private Tour with Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 09:00 Meet at hotel
    • 9:10-9:30 Move to Harajuku
    • 9:30-10:30 Visit Meiji Shrine
    • 10:40-11:00 Shibuya Scramble Square
    • 11:30-13:00 Tsukiji Outer Market
    • 13:00-13:30 Ginza sightseeing
    • 14:00-15:00 Asakusa sightseeing
    • 16:00-16:30 Nijubashi Bridge sightseeing
    • 16:30-17:00 Move to Tokyo Station, disband

    Title: What Is an 8-Hour Private Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report on Shibuya, Tsukiji, and Meiji Shrine The guests were visitors from Oceania. After this tour, the group planned to travel the Nakasendo trail on their own, and they were strong walkers who completed the 8-hour tour without any trouble. Since the group wanted to visit Tsukiji, we headed there directly from Shibuya. At the Shibuya Scramble Crossing, one of the group seemed fascinated by the go-karts on the streets. The group was quick to grasp the explanations. At the chrysanthemum exhibition at Meiji Shrine, the guests were delighted, saying, "It is very beautiful. It looks like Bonsai."

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainOkubo～Harajuku167JPY
    Section 2TrainHarajuku～Shibuya146JPY
    Section 3TrainShibuya～Tsukiji209JPY
    Section 4TrainTsukiji～Ginza178JPY
    Section 5TrainGinza～Asakusa209JPY
    Section 6TrainAsakusa～Hibiya209JPY
    Total1,118JPY

    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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    Jul 30, 2025
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    Customized Hakone tour
    Viator review: Hakone 8 hour Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Our guide, Kappa-san, modified the typical Hakone tour…

    May 18, 2025
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    Kappa, our guide met us…
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    May 4, 2025
    panderhigs
    Kappa A+ Guide!
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    Kappa was an amazing guide who created a thorough…

    May 4, 2025
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    Kappa is a wonderful tour guide
    Tripadvisor review: Tokyo 6hr Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide
    My wife and I were treated…

  • Tokyo in One Day: Gotokuji Temple & Imperial Palace

    Tokyo in One Day: Gotokuji Temple & Imperial Palace

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:30 Meet up @ Hotel Shibuya
    • 10:10 Gotokuji Temple
    • 11:30 Meiji Jingu Shurine
    • 12:30 Takeshita Street
    • 13:00 Omotesando Street
    • 13:50 Lunch @Brwon Rice
    • 14:40 the Imperial Palace
    • 15:30 The end of the tour @Shibuya

    What Is a Private Tokyo Tour with a Licensed Guide Like? A Guide's Report The guests visited Japan after attending a family event in Asia. One of the guests was very interested in Japanese culture and cuisine, and since they enjoy making sushi themselves, we had a lively conversation about tuna. The group got along well, listened attentively to my guiding, and asked many questions. I was mindful when choosing a restaurant, but we were lucky to be seated without any wait. I was able to share useful information, including advice for their upcoming days in Tokyo.

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainShibuya～Sangenjaya190JPY
    Section 2TrainSangenjaya～Miyanosaka160JPY
    Section 3TrainMiyanosaka～Sangenjaya160JPY
    Section 4TrainSangenjaya～Meiji-jingumae340JPY
    Section 5TrainOmotesando～Sakuradamon180JPY
    Section 6TrainNijubashimae～Shibuya210JPY
    Total1,240JPY

    Tour Report by Motoko

    Hi,
    Thank you for contacting the Japan Guide Association to request a licensed guide for your upcoming visit to Japan. My name is Motoko Tanaka. I’m so happy to be assigned to you.
    Let me introduce myself. I was born and raised in Tokyo, so it is nice to hear that you are excited about your visit to this wonderful city. There is much to be excited about here in Tokyo. I have really enjoyed guiding in Tokyo and the surrounding areas for more than 10 years.
    I live with my husband and a dog named Alice. She was a rescue dog and I adopted her about 4 years ago. Now she is a very precious family member. I have two daughters, the elder one has a child and the younger has a aroma shop in a town near Mr. Fuji. I sometimes visit there with Alice.
    I look forward to hearing from you and working with you to create a special day.
    Regards,
    Motoko

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    Apr 25, 2026
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  • Tokyo in One Day: Tokyo Hilton Shiomi & Hibiya Line Ueno Station

    Tokyo in One Day: Tokyo Hilton Shiomi & Hibiya Line Ueno Station

    Tokyo Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

    October, 2024

    Tour Itinerary

    • 9:00　Tokyo Hilton Shiomi
    • 9:30　Tokyo Station
    • 10:00　Imperial Palace (East Gardens entrance, Nijubashi Bridge, viewing the Credentials Presentation Ceremony)
    • 11:30　Meiji Shrine
    • 13:00　Ginza Mitsukoshi (buying bento)
    • 13:30　Asakusa (lunch at rest area)
    • 14:30　Tokyo Skytree (just looked up from below)
    • 15:15　Ueno Park (guiding the way to the Tokyo National Museum)
    • 16:00　Hibiya Line Ueno Station

    What Is a Full-Day Private Walking Tour of Tokyo Like? A Licensed Guide's Report I guided a group visiting from Oceania. It was the second day (effectively the first full day) of their 19-day tour of Japan, so we began with an explanation of how to use the JR, subway, and other transportation. As we had discussed by email, they had installed Suica on their phones, which made transfers very smooth. Whenever I plan to guide guests around the Imperial Palace, I always check whether a credentials presentation ceremony will be held, and this time one was scheduled, so we were lucky to be able to watch the horse-drawn carriage procession at Nijubashi Bridge. They were also deeply impressed by the architecture of the Imperial Palace, Edo Castle, and Meiji Shrine, as well as the beautiful black pine groves. Since they preferred to keep lunch simple with something like sandwiches rather than eating at a restaurant, and since we happened to be traveling on the Ginza Line, we made a quick stop at the food section of the Ginza Mitsukoshi department store to buy bento boxes, which we then ate together at a rest area in Asakusa. As always, the department store basement food floor offers a wonderful variety and is very popular. I also picked up an English-language Tokyo Travel Guide at the tourist information office near the entrance of Ginza Mitsukoshi and gave it to the guests, who were very grateful, saying, "This is exactly what I was looking for, this really helps, thank you." Finally, I guided them from Tokyo Skytree to Ueno Park and then to Ueno Station on the Hibiya Line, ending the tour. In the morning greeting I had mentioned that we might walk about 20,000 steps that day, but they said, "That's fine, we have plenty of stamina, no problem." They were very energetic, and I believe they were able to fully enjoy Tokyo. (In the end, it did indeed come to 20,000 steps.)

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    Transportation cost per person

    No.TransportationRouteFare
    Section 1TrainShiomi～Tokyo167JPY
    Section 2SubwayNijubashi～Meiji-jingumae209JPY
    Section 3SubwayMeiji-jingumae～Ginza178JPY
    Section 4SubwayGinza～Asakusa209JPY
    Section 5TrainAsakusa～Tokyo Skytree157JPY
    Section 6TrainTokyo Skytree～Asakusa157JPY
    Section 7SubwayAsakusa～Ueno178JPY
    Total1,255JPY

    Tour Report by Danda

    Nice to meet you. I am delighted to introduce myself. My nickname is Danda. I live in Saitama prefecture next to Tokyo, but I was brought up in Kanazawa, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Japan. My favorite things are bonsai and hiking. Also, I have been a big fun of history and sumo since my childhood. As for the guide, I have enjoyed making communication with foreign visitors since 2019. I have taken more than 30 private groups to not only major scenic spots but also their favorite places such as tea ceremony, maid cafe, sumo tournament, bonsai village, fire ritual and so on. I can arrange the original tour based on your requests and curiosity. It will be only for you. I look forward to meeting you soon. Thank you.

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    Apr 21, 2026
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    Great tour guide and experience.
    Danda was great with my family. He…