Mie Private Tours & Local Tour Guides
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Popular Mie Tour Guides
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Japan
Masahisa M.
5.00 / 5
(83 reviews)
5.00 / 5
(83 reviews)
Lived in Chicago (5 years), Toronto (1 year), Singapore (2 years), Indonesia (4 years) and Birmingham, UK (11 years) to construct business platform, now retired after 40 years employment in Japan. Dynamic tour guide who develops many different ways along with rich experience overseas to entertain large or small tour groups. Enjoys the interaction with tour groups, very strong group presentation and communication skills, finds each guest question as an opportunity to learn anything new. Constantly learning information about each tour spot to enhance tours. Guided 9,618 guests all over the world across Japan as of September 30, 2026 since Feb 2015.
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Koki N.
4.97 / 5
(30 reviews)
4.97 / 5
(30 reviews)
Hello, everyone. My name is Koki. I work as an English-speaking tour guide, primarily in Kyoto, Gifu, Nara, Osaka, Nagoya etc. I’ve visited about 60 countries and regions so far. I’d love to introduce people from around the world to Japan’s wonderful culture, history, food, and drinks. Please feel free to reach out! I look forward to meeting you!
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Nori I.
5.00 / 5
(84 reviews)
5.00 / 5
(84 reviews)
I have lived in the US, UK, and India for approximately 20 years, and I’ve also traveled to about 30 countries. Living abroad for such a long time made me realize Japan’s value and sparked my interest in working as a translator/guide for foreigners. I’m truly passionate about introducing people to historical sites, authentic Japanese culture, and stunning natural spots that may not be widely known to people outside of Japan. There are countless places that I believe people would love. I am a certified English interpreter guide certified by Kyoto City, Uji City and Otsu City. Plus, I passed the Kyoto Tourism and Culture Exam (the 3rd level). Originally from Nagoya, I cover areas around the Kansai region including Kyoto, Shiga, Nara and Mie. I’m here to ensure your trip to Japan becomes an unforgettable memory. Looking forward to meeting you!
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Hideo Y.
4.60 / 5
(229 reviews)
4.60 / 5
(229 reviews)
Hello, I'm HIDEo YOSHIda. Please call me HIDEYOSHI, the same name as the famous shogun who built the Osaka Castle in 1585. I was born in Kobe and worked in Osaka for nearly 40 years. I would like to introduce the Kansai region to you ,including Kobe, Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, and Wakayama. Kobe is one of the two largest ports in Japan, along with Yokohama. After the opening of the Port of Kobe in 1868, foreigners built their residences on the hillside of the Kitano-cho area, overlooking the ocean. Many of the foreign residences are now open to the public as museums, including the Weathercock House, with it's symbol weathercock on the triangle-shaped roof. In Meriken Park, the red Port Tower (the city's landmark), creates a beautiful contrast against the white Kobe Marine Museum. The museum's design was inspired by the waves and sailing ships. When you have a chance to visit Osaka, please join my tour. I'm sure you'll enjoy the interesting and historical, scenic spots. For example, Shin-Sekai is a downtown area with a strange mix of nostalgic atmosphere and contemporary energy. You can try local foods (kushikatsu, sushi, tempura) at a reasonable price. Billiken (a famous statue of the spirit of luck) will be waiting for you!!. Dotombori is a popular street with a lot of flashy signboards. Osaka is widely known as a "Kuidaore-no-machi", or literally "drinking and eating luxuriously to death." Osaka Castle was built by Toyotomi HIDEYOSHI in 1585. Oh, it's my residence, isn't it ! These days "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter" area in USJ, or Universal Studios Japan, is also attracting more and more people. I'll be looking forward to seeing you !!
New Mie Tour Guides
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Japan
Arun H.
Hi, welcome to Japan! I'm an experienced travel advisor working out of Osaka, but new on GoWithGuide. I can be your guide, arrange your hotels, restaurants and transport, and give you practical advice on how to navigate this wonderful but sometimes confusing country. My tours here only include guiding, but if you want more services, just tell me. I'm Indian of origin but have found the love of my life in Japan years ago, and I now live in Osaka with my wife and our three lovely children.
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Japan
Naoto O.
Hello, my name is Naoto, a local guide based in Mie, Japan. I am a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter (2026), offering private tours that go beyond typical sightseeing. My goal is to help you experience Japan, not just visit it. Before becoming a licensed guide, I completed an official tourism training program organized by the Mie Prefectural Government (2025). Through this program, I developed a strong foundation in Japanese history and culture, as well as practical skills in guiding and tour planning. ■Background and Language Skills I studied in Kyoto and also lived in Canada and New Zealand. I hold EIKEN Grade 1 and a TOEIC score of 925. My academic background is in law and international relations, so I am comfortable discussing both Japanese culture and global topics. ■Specialized Areas: Hidden Japan Experiences I specialize in guiding visitors to less-crowded, culturally rich destinations such as the Iga region, the birthplace of ninja, and the quiet historical areas of eastern Nara Prefecture. These locations offer a deeper and more authentic understanding of Japan. I can also guide you to Ise Grand Shrine, one of the most sacred and important sites in Japan. ■Comfortable Private Tours Since public transportation is limited in these rural areas, tours are conducted by private car to ensure a smooth and comfortable experience. ■Local Food Experience If you are interested, I can introduce you to local restaurants where you can enjoy fresh, organic vegetables from this region. I look forward to creating a personalized and memorable experience for you. Feel free to message me anytime to customize your tour.
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Japan
Tom K.
Hello, This is Tom!! I started to work as an English speaking Guide from last year of Aichi and Gifu, Shiga, Shizuoka or Toyama, around mid center of Japan. I already have many experiences of guiding tourists from many countries at “Nagoya castle”, “Toyota commemorative museum”, “Atsuta Jingu shrine”, “Osu Kannon temple and shopping arcade”, “Inuyama castle”, “Nagashima outlet mall”, "Seto-Gura pottary museum", “Sekigahara samurai battle field“, “Seki swordsmith museum”, “Takayama traditional town street”, “Takayama Jinya shogunate office”, “Shirakawa-go thatched roof houses village”, “Tateyama snow wall” as well. If you have interests of Japanese history and culture or way of life, we can learn together them through my histrical tours. I also work as a tour conductor of group tour using Van or Tour Bus or Shinkansen bullet train and have experiences of attending their lunch and dinner then I have experiences of how to cope different food restrictions of each ethnic group. And I am little aged as you see then I am familiar with “slow life style” of elderly people then I will customize the pace of my tour flexibly according to the age and condition of my customer. On the other hand if you have little kids in your party, I can prepare tours for kids like “Ghibli park” or “SCMaglev railway park” as well. Please contact me immediately when you are ready to visit here around mid center of Japan.
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Japan
Tae T.
I love history, food, traveling, cycling, dogs & so on. I am looking forward to introduce the beautiful Japan. I can take you on a highlight and historical tour! Looking forward to seeing you!
Popular Mie Private Tours
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Mie
11 hours
Exploring Ise, Mie
Mie is known as a place blessed with the bounties of its mountains and the sea. Rich in nature, history, culture and modern amusement. Ise-Jingu Shrine is an extensive complex of the most sacred shrines in Japan You can see how Mikimoto Kokichi, King of Pearls, succeeded in pearl culturing at Mikimoto Pearl Island.
Exploring Ise, Mie
FROM$282/ per group
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Masahisa M.
5.00 / 5
(83 reviews)
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Mie
9 hrs 30 mins
Pilgrimage tour to Ise Jingu from Nagoya
This tour takes you to Ise Jingu, the most prestigious shrine which is related to the Japanese Imperial Family. This sacred shrine consists of 125 shrines centering on the two main sanctuaries: Naiku and Geku. You will visit these two sanctuaries surrounded by natural forest. After visiting shrines, you will go to Oharai Machi and Okage Yokocho, where you can enjoy the townscape unique to Ise and shoppings and local food.
Pilgrimage tour to Ise Jingu from Nagoya
FROM$250/ per group
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Michiko N.
5.00 / 5
(30 reviews)
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Mie
6 hours
Iga Ninja Museum one day tour from Kinjo Futo Nagoya Port (for cruise passengers)
This is an Offshore Excursion Tour for the passengers on a cruise ship making a stop at Nagoya Kinjo Futo(Port). It starts around one hour after your arrival time and ends 2 hours before your departure time. Your guide will meet you at your ship side and take you to Iga Ninja Museum in Iga city by car taking about 1.5 hours. In case you have any time left, you would visit Iga Ueno Castle next to Ninja Museum.
Iga Ninja Museum one day tour from Kinjo Futo Nagoya Port (for cruise passengers)
FROM$250/ per group
Michiko N.
5.00 / 5
(30 reviews)
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Mie
6 hours
Explore Ise Grand Shrine: Authentic Pilgrimage from Geku to Naiku (6 Hours)
Experience an authentic pilgrimage to the Ise Grand Shrine with a licensed guide. This tour follows the traditional order of worship, visiting Toyouke Daijingu (Geku) first, then Kotai Jingu (Naiku). You will learn Shinto rituals, proper etiquette, and the meaning behind Japan’s most sacred site. We will also walk through Oharaimachi, a charming traditional street, where you can enjoy local food such as Ise udon and Tekone sushi.
Explore Ise Grand Shrine: Authentic Pilgrimage from Geku to Naiku (6 Hours)
FROM$269/ per group
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Naoto O.
Popular Mie Private Cars
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Mie
3 hours
Ise (Mie) Day Tour with a Private Car
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.
Ise (Mie) Day Tour with a Private Car
FROM$162/ per group
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TR Taxi
4.91 / 5
(433 reviews)
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Mie
3 hours
☆Ise (Mie) Day Tour with a Private Car
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.
☆Ise (Mie) Day Tour with a Private Car
FROM$224/ per group
TR Taxi
4.91 / 5
(433 reviews)
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Mie
4 hours
Iga Ninja Experience: Dress Up, Throw Shuriken & Explore a Samurai Castle (4h Private)
Discover the real world of ninja in Iga, the birthplace of the Iga-ryu Ninja. This tour combines a visit to Iga-ryu Ninja Museum and Iga Ueno Castle with a walk through the historic castle town. With a nationally licensed guide, you will learn the difference between the popular image of ninja and their real historical role. Optional activities such as a ninja show, shuriken throwing, and costume experience are available.
Iga Ninja Experience: Dress Up, Throw Shuriken & Explore a Samurai Castle (4h Private)
FROM$144/ per group
Naoto O.
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Mie Tour Reviews
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Katherine B.
5 / 5
Nov 6, 2026
“Visiting Ise Shrines and Highlights”
We were a bit concerned about not having a guide or English speaking driver, but those concerns turned out to be unfounded. Our driver, Uemura, was delightful and accommodating (he arranged for a larger vehicle early in our trip as my husband and I are both tall) and we communicated well with the help of AI translation apps. Uemura accompanied us to each of the shrine sites, taught us proper acknowledgment rituals and generally acted like a guide. We finished the “tour” at one of his favorite local udon restaurants where we had a lovely noodle lunch. We could not have had a better experience in Toba thanks to the patience and enthusiasm of Uemura!
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Grant G.
5 / 5
Apr 17, 2025
“Very wonderful experience. ”
Michiko was a fantastic guide. She designed the tour based on what we wanted to see. She was a wealth of knowledge and extremely kind. I would highly recommend her to anyone interested in touring the area around Nagoya.
Michiko N.
Dear Grant and James, Thank you very much for choosing me as your guide this time in Hikone and Iga and also for the finest review for me, which encourages me to aim higher as a tour guide. I’m glad that I could be your help during the tour yesterday. Actually, I really had a great time with such wonderful guys like you!! I was astonished by your vast and in-depth knowledge about Japanese history and Ninja. It’s amazing!! I hope the rest of your trip in Japan will be safe and enjoyable. Thanks again. Hopefully we could meet up again in Japan. Thank you for pictures you took yesterday. Best regards, Michiko Nagasaki
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Diane M.
5 / 5
Mar 26, 2025
“Ise Shima. Mikimoto”
We had an excellent two day tour. Michiko and Hiroshi were our wonderful guides. We stayed at a local resort that had an excellent view. Michiko provided us with a written itinerary of our tour and answered all our questions. We could not have done this without them. We are extremely grateful.
Michiko N.
Dear Diane and Rod, Thank you very much for choosing me as your tour guide in Ise- Shima region. I appreciate your finest review for me. I feel happy to know that I could be your help to make your dream come true. Hiroshi and I had a delightful time with such a wonderful couple like you. I’ll never forget the memorable time with you. I learned a lot from both of you! It’s very educational. Thank you so much. It’s good for you that cherry blossoms in Japan are welcoming you!! I hope you will continue your trip with safe and healthy. Enjoy your journey!! I’m looking forward to seeing you again in Japan. Thanks again. Sincerely yours, Michiko Nagasaki
Mie Private Tour Guide
Whether it’s your first time to Mie or you are back to discover more, a good tour guide can make all the difference. Enjoy the best of what Mie has to offer, without all the fuss of planning everything by yourself!
You can pick your favorite itinerary from the Mie tours offered by our local guides, but feel free to ask for customizations based on your preferences. We want to help travelers get the most out of their trips, and we believe a good tour with a local guide is the best way to ensure that.
There is so much to see and do in Mie, and the best way to get the most out of your time there is to have a local expert with you. GoWithGuide is committed to delivering unforgettable tour experiences, so let us help you create your next favorite memory.
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