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Popular Kumamoto Tour Guides
Steve R.
Hello! I'm Steve and I’m originally from Sydney, Australia, but I’ve lived in Kumamoto City for the past 28 years. I’d love to take you on a tour of some of the region’s most historic and stunning sites. I took my profile picture on the balcony of my home, which sits high on a hill, offering great views of the city both day and night, with majestic mountain ranges in the distance. I was a school teacher here for 25 years, starting in Japanese public schools before transitioning to an American institution. I understand that when traveling abroad, many people prefer a local tour guide. While I wasn’t born in Japan, after nearly three decades here, I consider myself as local as it gets! Not only can I share insights about the local culture, but I can also offer a unique perspective as a foreigner who has grown to love this country as my own. With our comfortable 4x4 full leather interior SUV, we’ll explore hidden gems that typical tour buses can’t reach, making your experience even more special. On our way to the sites, I’ll describe anything that catches your eye so you don’t miss a thing. I know that returning back from a great trip can feel like the end of something special, so if there’s anything I can do to make the ride more enjoyable, just let me know. On the way back, feel free to play any music you like on the BOSE sound system in the car.
Satoru O.
Bonjour, je m’appelle Satoru. Je suis guide certifié par l’Etat. Lors de votre voyage au Japon, vous aurez certainement quelques inquiétudes quant au fait de devoir vous exprimer dans une langue si différente de la vôtre. Vous serez peut-être aussi un peu stressé à l'idée de ne pas réussir à faire tout ce que vous avez prévu pour votre voyage. C'est avec plaisir que je vous apporterai mon aide pour que vous puissiez passer les vacances de vos rêves. Je ferai de mon mieux pour que votre voyage soit à la fois amusant et intéressant. Qu'aimeriez-vous manger ? Qu'aimeriez-vous acheter ? Vous serez surpris par la quantité de choix à laquelle vous ferez face. Je vous guiderai parmi toutes ces bonnes et belles choses. A chaque étape de votre voyage, vous vous poserez des questions telles que "Pourquoi?" ou "Comment?". Je serai là pour y répondre toujours de façon simple et rigolote. Je suis conscient que votre temps au Japon est précieux et qu'il représente aussi un gros budget. Je ferai en sorte que votre voyage soit inoubliable en partageant avec vous ma passion pour la culture japonaise. A bientôt au Japon.
Mai T.
Thank you for reading my profile. I am Mai living in Kumamoto, Kyusyu. I grew up in Kumamoto and studied and worked in overseas, such as China, America, South America and Europe for the F&B and food business. Also I used to work as Kurabito (Japanese sake brewer) in the traditional sake brewery. So If you are looking for somebody, bring you to the best gourmet spots that are not in guide book, please contact me. I am the Sake sommelier, so if you are interested to experience and understand Japanese sake and culture, especially for I can be your guide. All my life until now I practice martial arts such as Kendo and Iaido. If you are Katana (Japanese sword) or martial arts lover, I can guide you to the right place. Beside of food and sword, Kumamoto has breathtaking nature and verity of Onsen. If you are interested, please contact me. I will be your best guide for Kumamoto. English and casual conversation of Chinese is available.
Popular Kumamoto Private Tours
Kumamoto One Piece 8 Statue Tour
*Please contact me before booking! *If the date is closed, please contact me. I may able to arrange the tour with your preferred date. There are 10 One Piece statues ( Luffy, Chopper, Zoro, Sanji, Nami, Robin, Usopp, Jinbe, Franky and Brook) in all over Kumamoto prefecture. You will visit some of them or all of them with your private tour guide. If you are traveling on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Japanese national holidays, you have the chance to take the Sunny-go train during the tour.
Kumamoto Highlight One day Tour
This tour will guide you to the most popular sightseeing spots in Kumamoto city center. You can also enjoy the popular local restaurant, craftsman shop, sake brewery and etc. This one day tour contain historical and modern site of Kumamoto city.
Kumamoto One Day Tour for You
Kumamoto is located in center of Kyusyu, here is still existing Japanese countryside life and nature. There are so many beautiful and cultural cities as Amakusa, Hitoyoshi, Kuma, Aso, Yamaga and etc. If you love nature, food & drink, onsen, seafood and Japanese countryside life, Kumamoto is where you should visit. *Available to pick up at Kumamoto airport, Kumamoto port, Kumamoto station and Yatsushiro port
Kumamoto City Half Day Tour
This tour offers a well-rounded experience of Kumamoto City's historical, cultural, and culinary highlights, ensuring an enriching and memorable half-day exploration. *Available to pick up at Kumamoto airport, Kumamoto port, Kumamoto station and Yatsushiro port
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ONE PIECE Tour
All your favorite ONE PIECE characters are in Kumamoto. As part of a collaboration with Eiichiro Oda, author of ONE PIECE born and raised in Kumamoto City, a total of 10 statues of the Straw Hat Pirates of ONE PIECE have been installed throughout Kumamoto Prefecture. The One Piece statues are part of a larger project to help Kumamoto recover after the 2016 earthquakes and are being built thanks to the cooperation of and extremely generous donation from Mr. Oda.
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[Kumamoto] Day Tour with a Private Car - 7h by Sedan (4 pax)
Experienced local taxi drivers will cordially show you around the area so that you can visit both must-see and hidden sightseeing spots and enjoy local food.
Mt. Aso Day Tour from Kumamoto city
A tour of Mt. Aso offers a unique blend of adventure, natural beauty, and cultural experiences, making it a must-visit destination in Kyushu! This tour offer in English. Depends on your request, I can customize the tour for you. (Daikanbo, private onsen with Mt.Aso view, Nabegataki waterfall, Kikuchi Gorge, Mazeno gorge, horse back riding in Mt.Aso, Aso Shrine and etc).
Mount Aso Full Day Tour
Join me for a full-day tour of Mount Aso, the most active volcano in Japan. We’ll have plenty of opportunities to stop and capture photos or videos of anything that catches your eye. With a 4x4 SUV, we will be able to access places that tour buses are not capable of.
Kumamoto Tour Reviews
Claudiu D.
“A successful tour”
Steve has been very accommodating of our statue visit plans as we had already covered Luffy and Chopper and helped us visit the remainder of the 8 as well as making it snappy when sorting out acquisition of the straw hat figures! We were super happy to have him show as around and teach us a bit about the events, culture and correct/help us with some of our basic japanese. We'd be happy to have him as our tour guide again, thank you very much!
Steve R.
Thank you so much for the review! Other tour guides should also know how wonderful you were as guests. You were kind, funny, accepting. You were wonderful conversationalists, you taught me about IT and nutrition. I hope you have a great time in Japan!
Nicolle F.
“Steve is the best!!!”
I just want to thank Steve for everything. Thanks to his patience and kindness, my brothers and I were able to fulfill a dream: visiting all the One Piece statues in Japan. He was always helpful, thoughtful, and made the whole experience unforgettable. We couldn’t have done it without him! Wish you the best my friend!!!
Steve R.
Nicolle! Thank you so much for your kind words. It was an absolute pleasure taking your family on this tour. Other tour guides should also know what wonderful guests you were as well. I miss you all so much!
Fredson K.
“An Epic One Piece Adventures”
We had an absolutely fantastic day exploring Kumamoto with Mai as our guide, hunting down all 10 Straw Hat Pirates statues! Her energy, knowledge, and passion for both One Piece and the local history made the experience truly unforgettable. From Luffy in Kumamoto City to Jinbe in Uto, Mai expertly guided us through the journey, sharing fun facts about each character and their connection to Eiichiro Oda, the creator of One Piece and a Kumamoto native. She also explained the significance of these statues in the region’s earthquake recovery efforts, making the adventure feel even more meaningful. Mai knew the best routes, hidden gems along the way, and the perfect spots for photos. Her enthusiasm was contagious, making each stop feel like discovering a treasure. Whether you’re a lifelong One Piece fan or just love exploring unique landmarks, this experience with Mai is an absolute must! Thank you, Mai, for an unforgettable adventure—we couldn’t have done it without you!
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