Japan Private Car Tours

“Zen gardens, great conversation and a truly personal Kyoto”

My wife and I (we’re from Mexico) spent a day exploring Kyoto by private car with Akira. He took us to some of Kyoto’s most famous landmarks, but also to more special and intimate places, like peaceful Zen gardens that we would never have found on our own. Traveling by car made everything comfortable and easy, and the mix of well-known spots and quiet corners gave us a much fuller picture of the city. Akira is friendly, genuine and very easy to talk to. His English is very good, so we understood each other without any trouble. What we appreciated most was that he let us get to know Japan not only through its places, but also through his own perspective as a Japanese citizen. Those conversations gave the day a depth that no guidebook could offer. We highly recommend Akira to anyone who wants to experience Kyoto in a personal, authentic and relaxed way. Thank you, Akira, for such a memorable day!

“Wonderful visit!”

There are few words to describe how exceptional our driver was. Thanks to him, we had a wonderful day in Kyoto, very smooth and very instructive.

“Above and Beyond—Highly Recommend Toshi”

Toshi was an exceptional guide, and we are incredibly grateful for the care he took to make our experience so special. He was very accommodating and willingly adjusted our tour time to help us avoid traffic and crowds, which made a tremendous difference in our day. His English was excellent, and his knowledge of the area made the tour both enjoyable and informative. One of our favorite experiences was the opportunity to enjoy a traditional soba noodle lunch. Toshi helped us navigate an experience we would not have felt comfortable attempting on our own, making it even more memorable. To top it all off, he takes wonderful photos, allowing us to capture memories of our time in Nikko! We both give Toshi our highest possible recommendation. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, thoughtful, and accommodating guide who goes above and beyond to make your experience memorable, we wholeheartedly recommend him. We are so thankful we had the opportunity to spend the day with him!

Toshiki O.

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Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. I can't express how grateful I am for your kindness and support throughout the day. You were my very first guests, and as I mentioned, I was a bit nervous at the beginning. But you were both so warm and understanding that I quickly felt at ease and was able to enjoy the day just as much as you did. I truly couldn't have made the day go so smoothly without your flexibility and cooperation! I'm really happy that you enjoyed the soba restaurant I took you to and the food we had there. I'm also really glad I could capture some special moments for you through my photos. I'll always remember you both as my very first guests. Thank you again for making my first tour such a wonderful experience and for taking the time to write such a thoughtful review. It truly means more to me than you know. I hope our paths cross again someday!