Kochi Private Tours & Local Tour Guides

“Great Day in Kochi”

We had booked the Kochi Highlights Tour with Hiroshi during our Diamond Princess cruise stop in Kochi. We had a full day starting with Kochi Castle, lunch at Hirome Market, strolling through the Obiyamachi shopping arcade, visiting the Chikurinji Temple and finishing with the Makino Botanical Garden. We had a wonderful day exploring the highlights of Kochi and were well taken care of by a local expert. Hiroshi was knowledgeable, attentive and patient, he introduced us to local dishes and the Konatsu fruit and took care in ensuring that my partner was able to enjoy a vegan meal at Hirome Market. We also made short stops at a local grocery store to pick up Inaka-zushi - countryside sushi - and at a gift shop that sold locally produced products. On top of all this, Hiroshi took amazing photos of us and provided a photographic perspective that on our own we would not be able to capture. We had a great memorable day and look forward to booking another tour with Hiroshi that next time we are in Kochi!

Hiroshi M.

(28 reviews)

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review! It was a great pleasure guiding you both during your cruise stop. I am very happy to hear that you enjoyed our day exploring Kochi. It was a lot of fun introducing you to some of my favorite local flavors, and I am especially glad we found good vegan options for your partner at Hirome Market. Thank you also for your kind words about the photography. I always love taking photos to help my guests remember the day. I look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure the next time you are in Kochi. Safe travels! Warm regards, Hiroshi

“Perfect Guide for Kochi”

I cannot recommend Hiroshi more highly. His local knowledge of Kochi allowed us to see and do things we would not have been able to do on our own. We had a wonderful day in Kochi.

Hiroshi M.

(28 reviews)

Thank you so much for the wonderful review and the kind words. It was a real pleasure to spend the day with your family in Kochi, and I am so glad you enjoyed the experience. Kochi is still off the beaten path for many travelers, so I always try to share the small local stories and hidden details that make a visit here special. I am very happy that I could help you discover sides of the city that would be hard to find on your own. Cruise days in Kochi can feel short, but with good planning there is so much to enjoy. With a private guide and car, we can move at your own pace and add small local spots that are hard to reach on a group tour. Wishing you safe travels, and I would be delighted to welcome you back to Kochi anytime. Hiroshi

“Amazing Tour Guide & Photographer in Kochi”

We had a wonderful experience touring Kochi with Hiroshi as our guide. He was very personable, knowledgeable, and easy to spend the day with, making our visit feel relaxed, enjoyable, and thoughtfully planned. One of the highlights of our tour was Makino Botanical Garden, which was an amazing experience and absolutely worth visiting. One member of our group had mobility challenges, and Hiroshi was very considerate in arranging the visit so that everyone in our party could see and enjoy the garden comfortably. His care and attention made a real difference in allowing the whole group to fully participate. Hiroshi also recommended a great restaurant that everyone enjoyed, which was especially impressive given the different preferences within our group. We also visited Kochi Castle, and throughout the day Hiroshi helped us capture wonderful memories. He took amazing photos of our group and later provided us with a link to enjoy them all, which was truly priceless and such a thoughtful extra touch. For anyone looking to see Kochi in a more personal and customized way, especially within a shorter amount of time, having Hiroshi as a guide is well worth it. It allowed us to enjoy the sights at our own pace without feeling rushed or crowded, which made the day much more meaningful than a large cruise ship or bus tour.

Hiroshi M.

(28 reviews)

Thank you so much for this kind review. Spending the day with your group was a real pleasure, and I am so happy the tour felt relaxed and easy to enjoy. I was glad we could plan the Makino Botanical Garden visit so everyone could explore it together and take their time. It meant a lot to me that the whole group could enjoy the garden comfortably, side by side. It was fun finding a restaurant that worked for everyone, and Kochi Castle was a nice way to round out the day. Taking photos along the way is one of my favorite things, so being able to share them with you afterward made me happy. Thank you again for spending the day with me. I hope you all made it back to the ship with good memories of Kochi, and I would be happy to welcome you back someday. Hiroshi