Mt C.
Day trip from Toyama, to Shirakawago and Takayama
Customized
“Shirakawago and Takayama”
This is the 2nd time that we have engaged Tomoe-san as our guide. This time, she guided us in our 2 day trip to Shirakawago and Takayama. We were glad that we did Prior to the trip, she actually made a trip to Shirakawago and Takayama to find out more about the transportation, places of interest. The homework that she did allowed us to travel smoothly from point to point. This is especially important because transport in and out of Shirakawago is limited especially during peak period. During the 2 day trips, not only were we were able to visit the key places of interest at both Shirakawago and Takayama. More importantly, her presence allowed us to communicate freely with the locals at Shirakawago and Takayama. These conversations with the locals allowed us deeper insight into the culture and customs of the Japanese living in these 2 locations. Throughout the 2 day trips, Tomoe san was very patient with us even when we took longer than usual to take photos. She would paced us so that we would still be able to complete what we aimed to do. She also enjoyed photography and she was able to help us capture wonderful moments with her phone. Definitely the guide to engage when you visit Japan
Tomoe S.
(123 reviews)Dear Chan san, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. I was really glad that you have remembered me since our first meeting, sent me a mail of inquiry again, and I was able to spend such a wonderful time with you in Shirakawago and Takayama. I will never forget such incredibly supreme days I spent with you. That's one of my best memories as a guide. Thank you very much for booking me as your guide again! I miss you so much. TOMOE
“Incredible tour”
Yoko was the consummate professional. Extremely knowledgeable, very conscious of preferences and logistics, super flexible and so much fun! Great variety without feeling rushed.Highly recommended!
Yoko T.
(7 reviews)Thank you very much for joining my tour last week. I was very happy when I explained tourist sites, you showed great interest in the history and culture of Japan and Fukuoka. And I also had a great time with you on a variety of topics. Thank you so much. Yoko
Rachel P.
Asuka village 1 day tour ~the original landscape of Japan~
“Asuka Tour - Nara Prefecture”
Michiko was an outstanding guide from the get go. Her communication was warm and professional. She shared much of her local knowledge and took us to many interesting places in Asuka. We had a fun, relaxed time with her and would give her service more than five stars if we could. We would definitely engage her as a guide again, and will be recommending her in the future.
Michiko T.
(57 reviews)Thanks to your wonderful review! It was my great pleasure to introduce my favorite places and people in Asuka. You and Oliver have such relaxing and generous personalities, so I felt as if I hang around with my old friends. Thanks again for choosing Japan for your honeymoon destination, and I hope you will come back sometime in the future. I wish you all the best!
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Tokyo is the number one choice for first-time travelers to Japan. It combines the best elements from the 4 major islands (Honshu, Hokkaido, Shikoku, and Kyushu) into one melting pot of culture and creativity. With so much variety, you'll find The Meiji Shrine, Shinjuku Gyoen Garden, Ginza Shopping District, and Yomiuriland all in one city.
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