David C.
Exploring Kyoto in Rakutou (East) and Rakuchu (Central)
“Amazing Day Exploring Nara”
Started the day with a very informative briefing of the day at our hotel in Kyoto. Mike helped our family of 7 navigate our way to Nara most expeditiously, saving valuable time for our enjoyment of Nara. His knowledge of Kyoto and Nara was invaluable as our family utilized trains and buses to optimize our time at numerous sites throughout Nara. Mike shared his love of Nara and the Kyoto area with us and lunch at a local, traditional Japanese restaurant was a great meal. Mike also took great family photos of our day at the perfect photo spots along the way. We would highly recommend spending time with Mike as your guide, as we totally enjoyed our time. Thank you, Mike.
Masahisa M.
(42 reviews)David I am the one who should be thanking you for all allowing me to share such a wonderful time with your delightful family. I am deeply grateful that you traveled such a long distance to visit us all the way. I hope this trip would be one of your most memorable family vacations. I look forward to seeing you again sometime. Thank you again for visiting us. Masahisa
“Tokyo tour”
Toshirio was amazing! He was very knowledgeable about all the temples and sights that he took us too. He even offered to change the tour to fit our needs. I would highly recommend anyone to take a tour with him.
“Excellent First Time Experience in Tokyo”
Spending the day with Toshi was the best way for our family of 7 to get acclimated with Tokyo’s trains and history lesson of Tokyo’s palaces, shrines, temples and shopping districts. It would have taken us at least 2 days to cover what Toshi showed us in a day. Highly recommend a day with Toshi for an in-depth and informative introduction to Tokyo. Time well spent !!
Uncover Japan’s secrets and gain travel knowledge with a local private tour guide. Unlock hidden gems, cultural immersion, and an unforgettable journey.
With a tour guide, you can get to the good stuff, like the ethereal Tottori Sand Dunes and quaint Kinosaki Onsen. From enjoying bespoke traditional ryokans, to navigating the busy streets of Osaka, a tailored journey through Japan’s wonders only gets better with a local expert leading the way.
Beyond the big ticket destinations like Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka, getting a personalized itinerary transforms a simple tour into lifelong memories. Customized by a local guide, your itinerary can feature lesser known sites like the Shikisai-no-Oka flower fields, where stunning panoramic views of colorful flowers await.
Yes. Local private tour guides in Japan provide comfort, convenience, information, and organization, especially in a culturally and geographically diverse country.
A Japan tour guide enhances your trip by;
Still undecided? This article might interest you: Hiring A Guide In Japan: Pros & Cons.
March to May and September to November are the best times to visit Japan because the weather is warm but not blazing and cool but not freezing.
Of course, March to May is Sakura season, so tourism is high during this time. To escape the crowds, try traveling from December to February. June to August is hot and moist, and May to June is rainy.
Need a full weather breakdown? Check out our Japan Tourism Statistics 2023.
Depending on your destination, Japan tour guides can be hired from 98 USD per group for a Kyoto Highlights Tour to upwards of 397 USD per group for a Customized Tokyo Experience. GoWithGuide's prices vary according to perks, venues, experiences, and included services. Head to the Japan Private Tours page to see our range of private tour costs.
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.
Tokyo also serves as a base for those who want to travel to nearby destinations like;
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