Kagawa Private Car Tours

“Beautiful sights with the best guide!”

Kagawa is filled with so many beautiful places and such rich history, and Takanori was the perfect guide for this experience. He took the time to not only show me around some of the best spots, but also explain the history of the area in such an enthusiastic and interesting way, that it made everywhere we went feel even more special. He was the perfect guide, and went above and beyond to make sure I had the best experience possible. He also took me to lunch and it was one of the best meals I have had anywhere and also gave me more recommendations that were great for dinner as well. If you are looking to experience Kagawa, you need to do it with Takanori, you will be so glad you did! He really made my trip so memorable, and I now consider him a friend. On my next trip to Japan I am definitely using Takanori again as my guide!

Takanori K.

(2 reviews)

Thank you so much for joining my tour! Kagawa has so many hidden gems beyond the usual tourist attractions, places that both visitors and locals can enjoy. What we explored together was just a small part of what this region has to offer. Next time you visit, let’s go on another adventure and discover more of these hidden gems!

“The best bonsai in the world with the perfect guide!”

This was such a great experience, and Takanori was the perfect guide for it! If you are into Bonsai, this is a must do trip and Takanori is who you want showing you around all of the different nurseries and gardens. He explained all of the interesting history of bonsai in Kagawa and Takamatsu to me as we went from stop to stop, and he has great relationships with many of the nursery owners. I not only got to see all the world class bonsai and gardens in the area, but I was able to interact with the owners as well. A few of them invited us for tea or drinks and to sit and talk with them as well, which was such a special experience I wouldn’t have been able to have without Takanori. He even took me to a local Udon restaurant for lunch which was delicious. This is the true hidden gem of Bonsai in Japan, and I would highly recommend Takanori to anyone interested in this experience. He was such a nice and thoughtful guide, and went above and beyond to make sure I had the best experience possible. I can’t say enough about him, because he made this one of the best experiences of my life and something I will never forget!

Takanori K.

(2 reviews)

I’m really happy that I was able to share the charm of Takamatsu bonsai with you! I’ll continue doing my very best to create wonderful tours that meet my guests’ needs and expectations. Thank you so much!

“Absolutely Incredible Experience on Shodoshima! Went Above and Beyond for Takagi-san Fans”

If you are visiting Shodoshima and looking for an unforgettable private tour, look no further. We had an amazing experience exploring the island, and our driver was the absolute highlight of our trip. We ordered the 6 hour tour which was enough for lunch and a tour od most of the island. We are huge fans of Teasing Master Takagi-san, and while we came with a list of locations we wanted to see, our driver blew past our expectations. We were not able to go to all (because one involves a very long hike up some stairs and we were aware of this) but he clearly knows the island inside and out because he went out of his way to show us many additional anime and live-action filming locations that weren’t even on our original itinerary which more than made up for it! He even made sure we hit the iconic Kiki’s Delivery Service live-action filming spot and helped us get the famous (free) broom rental for photos. He even took the time to help us search (he was so quick) for the legendary "heart-shaped" olive leaves, and then also helped us get them laminated at the gift shop. Regarding communication: Our driver did not speak English, and we only know a little Japanese, but it was never an issue. We used Google Translate throughout the day to chat (when needed). He was also incredibly helpful with local recommendations. He took us to a fantastic restaurant for lunch, and when we ran into a difficult situation at a different pizza place later, he stepped in to support us immediately and called his restaurant owner friend to take us in. His professionalism and kindness really made us feel taken care of and welcomed. We couldn't have been happier with the service. If you want a driver who is enthusiastic, knows their stuff, and truly treats you like family, book with this guide. Highly, highly recommend!

TR Taxi

(427 reviews)

Thank you very much for taking the time to share such a detailed review. We are truly happy to hear that you had a wonderful experience exploring Shodoshima. We are especially glad that our driver helped make your Teasing Master Takagi-san pilgrimage experience a special and memorable one. We will share all customer feedback with our local team to make sure the driver receives your kind words. Thank you again for choosing our service. We truly appreciate your support.