Okayama Private Tours & Local Tour Guides
Discover Things to Do and Plan a Trip to Okayama, Japan with a Local Guide
Popular Okayama Tour Guides
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Japan
Nao O.
5.00 / 5
(1 reviews)
5.00 / 5
(1 reviews)
Hello! I'm Nao. I was born and raised in Himeji, which is famous for the Himeji Castle (egret castle). I'm guiding in Kyoto, Osaka, Nara and Hyogo (especially Kobe and Himeji). I'd been in the US for three years attending a university. During the stay I went to the Yellow Stone twice, and visited California. I took a summer French class for a month in Canada, so I speak French a little. I love travelling. I went to many places in Japan. I visited Hokkaido, Okinawa, Hiroshima, Kanazawa, Nikko, Mt. Fuji and so on. I love music ― pops, rock, gospel and classical music. I'm a fan of Beethoven. Some day I'd like to go to Vienna and visit his houses and the forest, where he composed "the Pastoral Symphony". There are lots of attractions in Japan. You can visit shrines, temples, deer park etc. You can enjoy USJ, river cruise, anime museum, Japanese sake, Onsen and of course delicious Japanese dishes. Let's have fun together !
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Japan
Hugh C.
4.92 / 5
(95 reviews)
4.92 / 5
(95 reviews)
Hi! Thanks for reviewing my profile. I am Australian, from Sydney originally but my life with Japan and its culture and history spans 30 odd years and I have been a Hiroshima resident for 18 of those 30 years. I joined GoWithGuide just recently but be assured I have led many tours in Hiroshima and more widely throughout metropolitan and regional Japan, sharing conversations about the unique society, its fascinating culture and history. I also have written several tourism blogs for inbound tour companies and also the Hiroshima Prefectural Tourism Bureau. I speak fluent Japanese and I have immersed myself in the experience of living here in modern and traditional culture and spent many years studying martial arts Aikido and Iaido. I also have a strong interest in Buddhist teachings. My Japanese calligraphy work over the years has been received recognition and several awards and commissions both in Japan and elsewhere. I'm looking forward to spending a great experience sharing the culture and history of Hiroshima with you.
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Japan
Kenji O.
5.00 / 5
(12 reviews)
5.00 / 5
(12 reviews)
I lived in Seattle, WA US for several years to study public policy and urban planning at University of Washington and Washington State Department of Transportation . The US life has awakened me to realize its beauty and value of the Japanese nature and culture. After coming back from US, I have started my professional career of the infrastructure development in both developed and developing countries as a Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) expert for more than 20 years. I have provided hospitality and honesty as a Japanese during my professional career. I can give you not only sightseeing tours but also technical tours with my expertise. I live in Osaka where an ancient capital city, Kyoto is located within a hour by train. I can show you how Japanese has developed the capital city with urban planning and infrastructure development. I look forward to seeing you here in Japan.
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Japan
Yoko M.
4.83 / 5
(12 reviews)
4.83 / 5
(12 reviews)
Hello. I'm Yoko Miyake. Please call me Yoko. I'm a licensed guide. I love travelling. I have visited all the prefectures in Japan. Though Japan has many good places to visit, I hope many foreign travellers will visit my hometown Kurashiki and enjoy their stay there. Because I was born in Kurashiki, and I have lived there since then, I know a lot about Kurashiki. Of course I can show you other good places in Okayama Prefecture and near Okayama Prefecture.
New Okayama Tour Guides
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Japan
Mayumi A.
5.00 / 5
(11 reviews)
5.00 / 5
(11 reviews)
I am Mayumi, SETOUCHI lover and a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter for English-speaking guests. I left busy Tokyo where I had lived for many years and moved to this calm city Okayama recently in order to change my way of living in my mid fifties. Before settling down here I spent some months like a traveler and found much comfort and amenity of this region. I came to wish to share such value with others.That is why I started a second job as a private tour guide. Honestly speaking, I am not experienced guide, yet I would like to make every effort to satisfy your requests and make your stay happier. Okayama is one of the most attractive cities in Western Japan. It is known for Kouraku-en which is one of the three most scenic landscape gardens in Japan. Okayama has a mild climate and is famous for fruit production such as white peach and grapes.You must love them. Also the location of Okayama is wonderful, it faces the Seto Inland Sea.You can enjoy idyllic scenery and a lot of outdoor activities are possible. If you are interested in slow life or inner peace,it is your destination. I would like to offer you very special opportunities to deepen your experience in Western Japan. Please visit Okayama and let me guide you. ◆My guidable area : SETOUCHI-islands, Setouchi Art Trienale 2019, Benesse Art Site, Okayama and Kagawa ◆Personal life : I am a working mother. I am fond of walks, cycling, skiing and traveling. At home, I enjoy cooking and gardening.
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Japan
Mack H.
4.96 / 5
(27 reviews)
4.96 / 5
(27 reviews)
Hi. I am MACK. Aren't you tired with popular tourist destination crowded with many people? If so, I am a perfect guide for you to find "hidden gem", that is, less crowded but impressive places. Now I am exploring the hidden gems for you in Okayama such as unique and beautiful alley, historical sites and local foods including Japanese Sake. My passion as a tour guide is to make your trip unforgettable and many reviews from my former guests are evidences for that, I think. Let me have another adventure with you!!
Popular Okayama Private Tours
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Okayama
7 hrs 30 mins
Naoshima Art Island Excursion Day Tour
This is a wonderful day exploring the art on Naoshima, one of three islands creating a contemporary art experience set amidst the rice fields and mountains on the island and merging with the rural setting in the surrounding Seto Inland Sea. It features architecture by Tadao Ando. We will ferry from Uno Port to Naoshima and travel by local bus, or if you would like, hire bicycles and cycle around to visit the Chichu Art Museum and other art project installations in the town.
Naoshima Art Island Excursion Day Tour
FROM$416/ per group
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Hugh C.
4.92 / 5
(95 reviews)
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Okayama
8 hours
Art Island "Naoshima” one day trip
Naoshima is an art island. There are good art museums in this island, Chichu Art Museum, Benesse House Museum, Valley Gallery, Lee Ufan Museum, and so on. Art House Project in Honmura Area is also interesting. Some of them are made by a Japanese architect, Tadao Ando. They are very wonderful. You can enjoy outside works in the island. The most famous outside works are two red and yellow pumpkins by Yayoi Kusama.
Art Island "Naoshima” one day trip
FROM$224/ per group
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Yoko M.
4.83 / 5
(12 reviews)
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Okayama
3 hours
Explore small and charming Kurashiki
Explore Kurashiki, which is like a small but charming gem, still untouched by many tourists. The city is rich in history and culture and has a friendly atmosphere. We will visit several places including local shrine and temples, craft shops like pottery and blue jeans. (You know Kurashiki is the home of Japanese blue jeans. ) We can rest at charming cafe if you like.
Explore small and charming Kurashiki
FROM$51/ per person
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Mack H.
4.96 / 5
(27 reviews)
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Okayama
9 hours
Teshima Art Island Excursion Day Tour
This is a wonderful day exploring the art on Teshima, one of three islands creating a contemporary art experience set amidst the rice fields and mountains on the island and merging with the rural setting in the surrounding Seto Inland Sea. We will ferry from Uno Port to Teshima and travel hire (electric assisted)bicycles and cycle around to visit the Teshima Art Museum and other art project installations in the town.
Teshima Art Island Excursion Day Tour
FROM$416/ per group
Hugh C.
4.92 / 5
(95 reviews)
New Okayama Private Tours
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Okayama
2 hours
Local Japanese Sake tasting at Kurashiki
In Japan, each local has its own Japanese Sake. The sake in Kurashiki is not widely known outside this area but very tasty thanks to its wonderful nature, good rice and water. Why don’t you explore these wonderful hidden Sake. After meeting we will walk to local place where you can try several local Japanese sake and appetizers. After that we will walk a little to explore evening view of this charming local city.
Local Japanese Sake tasting at Kurashiki
FROM$115/ per group
Mack H.
4.96 / 5
(27 reviews)
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Okayama
8 hours
Okayama and Kurashiki
A day tour includes visiting Okayama castle (where you might like to try your hand at making a ceramic or get a photo of yourself in a kimono) and the elegant Korakuen gardens followed by a visit to Kurashiki and the old preserved quarter there. There is an option for a lovely cycling experience across the Kibi plain along riversides, past temples, and shrines.
Okayama and Kurashiki
FROM$416/ per group
Hugh C.
4.92 / 5
(95 reviews)
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Okayama
8 hours
Traditional Bizen ware and Kurashiki Bikan historical area
Bizen ware is one of six most popular potteries in Japan. Superior clay is used and put in the tunnel kiln unglazed and fired with pine wood at 1250°C for 20 days . It acquires various subdued colors. You visit the potteries and learn the process of Bizen ware. You can make your own china with the help of the potter. You also visit Kurashiki Bikan historical area.
Traditional Bizen ware and Kurashiki Bikan historical area
FROM$211/ per group
Yoko M.
4.83 / 5
(12 reviews)
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Okayama
8 hours
Kurashiki Bikan historical area and Korakuen Park and Okayama Castle in Okayama
We visit Kurashiki Bikan historical area and walk along the stream with willows beside it. You see old houses and rice warehouses. Now they are used as a museum or shops. After that we visit Korakuen Park. It was one of three most famous parks in Japan. It was created for Tsunamasa Ikeda , the lord of Okayama Han in Edo Period. We also visit Okayama Castle.
Kurashiki Bikan historical area and Korakuen Park and Okayama Castle in Okayama
FROM$211/ per group
Yoko M.
4.83 / 5
(12 reviews)
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Okayama Tour Reviews
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Lukas E.
5 / 5
Nov 21, 2025
“Smooth & Helpful”
It was challenging at first to find a transportation service that would suit our unique needs and group, given that we were traveling between Okayama and Wakayama. TR Taxi is very generous to offer their services to us, and our driver Matsuo-san was extremely capable and kind. The group felt that our drive with him was seamless and that it was easy to forget that we were in a car at times. I would absolutely recommend both Matsuo-san and TR Taxi and am very grateful for their services.
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Keivan M.
5 / 5
Nov 20, 2025
“Great tour with a great guide”
Yoko is a great guide who is very knowledgeable about Japanese history especially in the Okayama area. As part of the tour we visited a pottery kiln inBizen Imbe, where Yoko got us a behind the scenes tour of the kiln with the owner and master potter. Then we visited Kurashiki where she explained so much interesting history of the area, the shrines, and all the powerful people who lived there. If you are interested in learning about Okayamas rich history, you have to book a tour with Yoko!!!
Yoko M.
Thank you vrry much for a nice review. I had a very nice time with you in Bizen and Kurashiki. I drink coffee served with Bizen ware every day.
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Jason O.
5 / 5
Aug 6, 2025
“Naoshima wouldn’t have worked without Hugh”
Naoshima is an amazing place. Each member of the family found many things to love. However it took the amazing efforts of our guide Hugh to properly book each location with appropriate timings and routes between. It would have been impossible to do it on our own. Hugh has deep knowledge of the art and Japan. His unique perspective and background as a schoolteacher kept our teens engaged with the experience. I can imagine there are other good guides out there but probably none better than Hugh to make the island really come alive.
Hugh C.
Thanks so much, Jason! It’s a very gratifying review. It was a great pleasure and privilege sharing your day.
Okayama Private Tour Guide
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