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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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Kenji O.
5.00 / 5
(4 reviews)
Japan
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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Yoko M.
4.50 / 5
(4 reviews)
Japan
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.
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Hugh C.
4.92 / 5
(62 reviews)
Japan
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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Nishi N.
5.00 / 5
(2 reviews)
Japan
Hello, I am a national government licenced guide in Hyogo. I will help you enjoy your travel in Japan. My guiding areas are mainly Hyogo, especially Himeji, Osaka, Kyoto and Nara. Spanish:conversational level
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Yuko S.
4.76 / 5
(17 reviews)
Japan
Welcome to Japan. My name is Yuko. Please call me Yuko. I like cooking, traveling, and of course tour guiding．I'd like to show you exciting and authentic Japan. Let's enjoy traveling together!
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尚子
Japan
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've been 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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Noboru S.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)
Japan
Hello, everyone! Welcome to Japan. My name is Noboru. I’m a national licensed guide. I was born in Osaka and spent my university student life in Kyoto. And now I have been in Himeji for over 35 years. These cities are in Kansai aea. So,I'm very much familiar with the sightseeing spots and attractions in the area, especially Himeji and its neighboring cities. If you are looking for someone to show you around the area, please join my tour. I will show you special local dishes in the area as well. Looking forward to seeing your smile soon.
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Keiji M.
4.36 / 5
(11 reviews)
Japan
Hello everyone. My name is Keiji living in Okayama. Okayama is located halfway between Hiroshima and Osaka. Nowadays a lot of people are attracted by Naoshima that is a small island famous for Art and Architecture. Okayama is the entrance to the island therefore I often show international guests around Naoshima. Okayama itself has many tourist attractions such as Kurashiki famous for Bikan historical quarter, Korakuen garden, Okayama castle and so on. If you'd like to include Hiroshima or Osaka on your plan, I can show you round them as these cities are in the distance of an hour train ride. I'm an easygoing and extrovert person. I'm always waiting for you to contact me..
New Okayama Tour Guides
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Naoya K.
Japan
I am Okayama local. My son and I will show you around our most favourite place. We are sure you can experience the great nature of Okayama, and we hope you think you want to come back again.
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Mayumi A.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)
Japan
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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Miki W.
Japan
¡Hola! Soy traductora de profesión y guía diplomada de habla hispana. Vivo en la ciudad de Okayama que situa entre las ciudades de Osaka e Hiroshima. Los lugares donde he ofrecido mis servicios de guía son, además de mi ciudad, Hiroshima, Naoshima, Kyoto, Nara, Himeji, y Tokio. Como una aficionada del turismo y amante de la naturaleza, me gustaría transmitir a los visitantes extranjeros los aspectos hermosos de Japón, siendo sus ojos y oídos.
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Noritsune M.
Japan
Hello tourists. I will work hard to ensure your experience in Japan is both seamless and informative. I look forward to hearing from you. See you in Japan!
Popular Okayama Private Tours
Kurashiki Bikan historical area and Korakuen Park and Okayama Castle in Okayama
Okayama
8 hours
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.
FROM$229/ per group
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Yoko M.
4.50 / 5
(4 reviews)
Naoshima Art Island Excursion Day Tour
Okayama
7 hours 30 min
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.
FROM$277/ per group
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Hugh C.
4.92 / 5
(62 reviews)
Tour of Okayama rich in history
Okayama
8 hours
We stroll in Okayama visiting Okayama castle and Korakuen garden designated as one of three famous gardens in Japan in the morning. We move to Kurashiki near Okayama. We do sightseeing Kurashiki historical quarter rich in old Japanese style houses and visit either Ohara museum of art or Sake brewery there where Japanese alcohol is made.
FROM$176/ per group
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Keiji M.
4.36 / 5
(11 reviews)
SETOUCHI, full day excursion to a small island in the Seto Inland Sea [All Season]
Okayama
10 hours
There are 727 islands in the Seto Inland Sea, out of them 87 islands belong to Okayama pref. and 112 belong to Kagawa pref. Responding to your special interests (contemporary art, cats, cycling, mountain trekking, flower watching, fishing village,etc...), also considering the season, I recommend one island for you to visit and make a plan for a day. We discuss the details via email in advance.
FROM$381/ per person
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Mayumi A.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)
Quiet one day trip of Kurashiki Bikan historical area
Okayama
7 hours
Kurashiki was a center of trades in Edo Period. And some warehouses and many houses in those days are left here now . When you walk along the stream , you will feel that you travel into the town in Edo Period. You can ride a small boat rowed with paddles along the stream , and you can also ride the rickshaw. You can visit old merchant's house, Ohara Museum , and Kurashiki Folkcraft Museum.
FROM$201/ per group
Yoko M.
4.50 / 5
(4 reviews)
Kurashiki Bikan historical area and Seto Inland Sea and Seto Ohashi Bridge from Washuzan Hill
Okayama
8 hours
First we will go to Kurashiki Bikan historical area. We will walk along the stream called Kurashiki River. We will see big and old merchants' houses and old warehouses. We will watch and buy Japanese folkcraft there. We will go to Ivy Square and eat lunch. After that we will go to Washuzan in Kojima by bus and taxi. We will see many small islands and Seto Ohashi Bridge in Seto Inland Sea.
FROM$229/ per group
Yoko M.
4.50 / 5
(4 reviews)
Teshima Art Island Excursion Day Tour
Okayama
9 hours
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.
FROM$277/ per group
Hugh C.
4.92 / 5
(62 reviews)
Art Island "Naoshima” one day trip
Okayama
9 hours 40 min
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.
FROM$243/ per group
Yoko M.
4.50 / 5
(4 reviews)
New Okayama Private Tours
Okayama and Kurashiki
Okayama
8 hours
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.
FROM$277/ per group
Hugh C.
4.92 / 5
(62 reviews)
SETOUCHI,Hinase-islands Short Cruise [All Season]
Okayama
8 hours
It is exciting to visit small islands, where there is no traffic network, no convenience-store, no wifi…but plenty of time and rooms to stretch out. Let’s get out of dense downtown and take a deep breath on the ocean !
FROM$139/ per person
Mayumi A.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)
Visiting a “Pick your own ” Fruit Farm in Okayama(seasonal tour)
Okayama
3 hours 30 min
Okayama is known for its mild climate and it is Japan’s “Fruit Basket”. Its major products are white peach, muscat grapes, pione grapes, strawberries and oranges. Some local farms are open to tourists, and accept reservations. Therefore you can visit and pick up seasonal fruit at fruit farms. Please enjoy the authentic flavor of seasonal fresh fruit at local farm.
FROM$139/ per person
Mayumi A.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)
Okayama evening walk : Garden & Castle Illumination
Okayama
3 hours
Special Nighttime Opening & Illumination is held at Kouraku-en Garden and Okayama Castle according to specific schedule in each season. Let’s take a walk and enter the castle tower to enjoy night view of the city. ★About schedule and details , I will inform you via email.
FROM$111/ per person
Mayumi A.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)
Traditional Bizen ware and Kurashiki Bikan historical area
Okayama
8 hours
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.
FROM$229/ per group
Yoko M.
4.50 / 5
(4 reviews)
Un día en las ciudades soleadas de Okayama
Okayama
7 hours
La ciudad de Okayama es la capital de la prefectura de Okayama y esta situada en la región oeste de Japón. Junto con la ciudad vecina de Kurashiki, goza de un clima mediterraneo y de ahí que tiene un sobrenombre " tierra del sol". El acceso a esta ciudad es muy fácil, ya que no hay ningún tren bala ni tren de cercanía que no pare en la estación de Okayama.
FROM$198/ per group
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Miki W.
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Okayama Tour Reviews
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Stephanie T.
4 / 5
Nov 24, 2023
“ Day trip to Okayama and Kurashiki Bikan area ”
We're well taken care of by Yoko and had a lovely time although the weather had been pretty lousy. She's given us interesting info, taken us to a good lunch and afternoon dessert place. It was a good experience. Thank you
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Chaitanya S.
5 / 5
Oct 21, 2023
“ Naoshima art island ”
We spent the day with Yoko at Naoshima art island. Yoko came very well prepared with a detailed itinerary which she had discussed with us in advance. She ensured that the trip went exactly as per her planned itinerary, and ensured that we didn’t miss a single attraction or bus ride. She handled difficult situations well (eg when a museum we had not reserved ran out of tickets she managed to convince them to accommodate a few tickets for us). She was very kind, cheerful and energetic throughout. Gave a lot of useful information and context around the art and architecture we saw. Overall, the best guide we have had in our first week in Japan. Thanks for a fantastic day.
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Sean L.
4 / 5
Jul 2, 2023
“ Wonderful Day in Kojima and Kurashiki with Yoko ”
Yoko is an excellent guide that made it easy to enjoy our day in the Okayama area without having to worrying about the planning as she customized a tour for us. We first went to Washuzan Hill to view the Seto Inland Sea and did a small hike to see the Seto Ohashi Bridge. After that we did a boat tour and later visited the Kurashiki historical area. She was very knowledgeable of the area and had a great recommendation for lunch. I have found that having a guide will make your day go more smoothly and you also get a lot more out of your travels. If you are touring the Okayama area, Yoko is a great choice!
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Michael K.
5 / 5
May 21, 2023
“ Add this tour to your itinerary! ”
Thanks Hugh for an incredible day in Naoshima. As I’m staying in Kyoto I almost didn’t do the trip based on distance but I’m so glad I did. Highly recommend a day trip if you can squeeze it in to your visit. Hugh was super knowledgeable and a great storyteller, made for a very enjoyable and informative day.
Hugh C.
Thanks for the wonderful compliments Michael and I certainly likewise enjoyed the day. Best, Hugh
Okayama Private Tour Guide
Whether it’s your first time to Okayama or you are back to discover more, a good tour guide can make all the difference. Enjoy the best of what Okayama has to offer, without all the fuss of planning everything by yourself!
You can pick your favorite itinerary from the Okayama 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 Okayama, 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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