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“Best tour ever”

Shu was fantastic and so gracious. My husband & I and our 2 adult daughters had a 5 hr tour. He met us at our Airbnb and we took the train to Tsukiji Mkt. Shu knew the best stalls for tuna, Wagyu, shrimp tempura, grilled crab etc. We ate our way through very casually. He never rushed at all. Then train to Asakusa to see the oldest temple and walk around more pedestrian only shops. At this point we were past 5 hrs but Shu asked me if we were ok and if so he was and would take us to Ueno. We all had so much fun talking with him and sharing stories and pictures. He was literally the best guide I’ve ever had and I travel a lot and try to start new cities with a guided tour.

Shusaku M.

(78 reviews)

Amanda, thank you so much for such a wonderful review! It was truly a pleasure meeting you and your family, and I’m so happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour! I hope you have an amazing rest of your trip in Japan. If you need anything while you’re in Osaka, please don’t hesitate to message me anytime! Please say hi to your husband and your daughters for me too. Thank you again for spending such a wonderful day with me. I really enjoyed our time together! Hope to see you all again someday! ArigatoGozaimasu!!

“Unforgettable Istanbul with Didem! ”

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Didem and the experience she created for me in Istanbul. Traveling in a city completely unknown to me could have felt overwhelming, but from the moment we met, Didem made me feel comfortable, confident, safe, and completely at home. Over our day and a half together, she showed me the very best of Istanbul, from the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Basilica Cistern, Topkapı Palace and Grand Bazaar, to experiencing the Bosphorus and the incredible history, culture, architecture, food, and shopping that make this city so special. She didn’t simply take me from site to site; she brought Istanbul to life through her knowledge, stories, and genuine love for her city. I especially appreciated her guidance with shopping and purchases. She listened to what I was interested in, helped me navigate places I never would have confidently explored on my own, and made recommendations that gave me some wonderful and meaningful things to bring home. More than anything, Didem made the experience personal. I never felt like I was simply on a tour, I felt like I was exploring Istanbul with a trusted friend. She was patient, thoughtful, attentive, and incredibly generous with her time and knowledge. Didem, thank you for taking such wonderful care of me and for making my first experience in Istanbul one I will always remember. You turned an unfamiliar city into a place where I felt welcomed and comfortable, and you made my time there truly amazing. I arrived with a guide and feel like I left with a friend Istanbul was unforgettable, and so much of that is because of you.

Didem T.

(9 reviews)

Dear Tracey , thank you so much for this beautiful review. Your words truly mean a lot to me. It was such a pleasure spending time with you and showing you Istanbul. And I have to say, the feeling was very much mutual. I also felt as if I was spending the day with a friend rather than simply guiding a guest. I really enjoyed our conversations, our walks, and all the little moments we shared along the way. Thank you again for trusting me with your first Istanbul experience. I’m so happy that you left with such wonderful memories, and I feel very lucky to have gained a friend as well. I truly hope our paths cross again one day, Tracey. You will always have a friend in Istanbul! All the best Didem

“An Absolute Treat”

On our second visit to Tokyo, we were fortunate enough to have Shusaku guide us for the second time, in a completely different area to our first tour with him two years ago. Shusaku gave us a wonderful night seeing the sights and bright lights in these famous Shinjuku areas, trying a variety of drinks and foods at three bars. Each one had a different atmosphere and added to our experience of the area, and each one was also full of locals enjoying the house specialties. A highlight was the hot sake with a burning blowfish fin, and another was entering a bar that I wouldn't have known was there or even found if I had known it was there, a truly hidden spot. I won't spoil the surprise by describing more, but I will say you can trust Shusaku to curate an experience that you cannot find as a foreigner without a guide. Shusaku is also considerate in every way, and very good company. Thanks again, mate, for an absolute treat!

Shusaku M.

(78 reviews)

Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. They truly mean a lot to me. It was an absolute pleasure and honor to have you back in Japan and to have the opportunity to guide you again. Time flew by, and I had such a wonderful time with you both. It makes me very happy, as a Japanese person, to know that you love Japan and continue to enjoy your time here. Please feel free to reach out anytime if you come back to Japan or if you ever need anything. Thank you again for such a wonderful time. I’m already looking forward to seeing you again! ArigatoGozaimasu!!!