Japan Private Tours & Local Tour Guides

“Best guide ever!”

Jaime met my family and me at our hotel lobby. He took us to everywhere he had planned for us and anywhere we wanted to go during the day. He was patient and kind. We couldn't have asked for a better guide. If you want someone for a day like this with anime and pokemon, he's the one you should book. When we come back, we'll use him again. Thank you, Jaime!

“Exceptional Osaka Guide – Atsushi T. is a True Gem for Families!”

Our family of four (2 adults and 2 children, ages 12 & 15) had an absolutely fantastic 8-hour private tour of Osaka with Atsushi T. on April 3rd. From start to finish, he went above and beyond to ensure our "Japan Family Adventure" was memorable and stress-free. A Seamless and Personalized Experience: Atsushi met us exactly on time at Shin-Osaka Station. He followed our customized itinerary to a T, starting with a lovely drive along the Okawa River to Osaka Castle. He is a teacher by profession, and his ability to "gel" with our children was wonderful. While we felt he could perhaps brush up on a few more historical details, his overall helpfulness and kindness more than made up for it. Going Above and Beyond: What truly sets Atsushi apart is his dedication to his guests: Medical Assistance: When we needed an appointment with a Japanese doctor in Osaka, Atsushi was kind enough to coordinate and communicate with the hospital staff to secure one for us. He even followed up with us the next day to see how we were doing—a level of care that was truly touching. Shopping & Communication: He assisted us greatly with communication at "Regatta" (a Japanese shoe brand), making our shopping experience much smoother. Local Expertise: He took us through Korea Town, Shinsekai, and the vibrant Dotonbori area, where his knowledge of famous local foods was excellent. We ended our night at the Umeda Sky Building, which was an architectural marvel. Generosity and Professionalism:Atsushi ended up staying with us for an extra hour beyond the scheduled tour time, but he was not willing to charge us anything extra. He is a "gem of a person"—professional, incredibly helpful, and genuinely kind. We cannot recommend Atsushi T. highly enough for anyone visiting Osaka, especially families. He made our day in the city absolutely perfect!

“Hiroshi is the guy for you!”

We booked a full-day private tour with Hiroshi S. on March 27 for our family of four (2 adults and 2 children, ages 12 & 15), and it was the absolute highlight of our time in Tokyo. From the very beginning, the communication and planning were seamless. Professional & Knowledgeable Hiroshi was waiting for us exactly on time at the Meiji Jingu Shrine parking lot as promised. Throughout the 10+ hour day, he was incredibly knowledgeable and informative, sharing deep insights into Japanese culture, religion, and family life that kept all of us—including our teens—thoroughly engaged. A Truly Customized Experience Hiroshi went above and beyond to make the day special for us: Shibuya: He was happy to take videos of our family crossing the famous Shibuya Scramble and even assisted us with shopping at the Nintendo Center in Shibuya PARCO. Cruising & Culture: He accompanied us on the Symphony Cruise, providing wonderful commentary on our surroundings. He also guided us expertly through the Imperial Palace, Senso-ji Temple, and Nakamise Street. Magical Evening: We visited the Tokyo Skytree for sunset and then had a breathtaking walk along the Meguro River to see the night cherry blossoms (Yozakura) The Grand Finale: We ended our epic day at the glowing Tokyo Tower. Flexible and Fair We actually ended up exceeding our scheduled time by about an hour, and Hiroshi was incredibly reasonable with the additional charges. His flexibility made the end of our long day stress-free. If you are visiting Tokyo and want a guide who is professional, informative, and truly cares about your experience, Hiroshi is the guy for you! We would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a personalized Japanese adventure.