Shimizu Private Tours & Local Tour Guides

“I can’t say enough about my morning with Take”

It was the last day of a 17 day solo tour of Japan and the last thing I wanted to do when I woke up this morningwas visit more crowded shrines and temples especially since the cherry blossoms were mostly gone. Take knew that I wanted to focus on photography and he research the best spots for me to efficiently photograph the highlights of our tour. Not only did he research where and what to shoot but also how best to shoot it. The weather cooperated and we had a lovely day for photographs of Mount Fuji. The cherry blossoms were gone, but he found azaleas. He also found quiet, beautiful neighborhood shrines that were visually and spiritually appealing. Did I mention that his English was excellent. You could not go wrong hiring Take as a guide.

Take K.

(6 reviews)

Hi Kathleen, Thank you so much for the wonderful review! Even if you’re just being kind, it really made my day. I truly enjoyed spending such a beautiful day with you. I had been looking forward to our photography tour for a long time, and I had just as much fun as you did! It was truly my pleasure. I hope you have a safe journey back home! Best regards, Take in Shimizu

“Short tour but most enjoyable.”

Our tour started at Minho Pine Grove which was very impressive with grand old pine trees some 300 years old. Sadly Mt Fuji was clouded over but we throughly enjoyed our drive to Sumpu Castle Park. A surprise boat ride on the moat was interesting with a close up view of the magnificent stone walls many years old. The Park has some spectacular displays of cherry blossoms as well meandered around and also a lovely Japanese garden. Our drive back to the ship also passed by some beautiful shrines and more beautiful Cherry blossom. Yasuko Y. was a very nice guide and made our visit special and sent us some great photos taken during our tour. She even included one of Mt. Fuji which she saw on her way home - which was very thoughtful. Thank you Yasuko, a lovely tour and you’ll be happy to know we did get to see Mt. Fuji a couple of times the next day.

Yasuko Y.

(74 reviews)

Susie san, thank you for a good review. I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed my tour around Shimizu, especially boat riding on the moat of Sumpu castle park. We were very lucky to get it that was operated during cherry blossom season on weekdays. Thank you for letting me know you could see Mt.Fuji the next day.

“Best Guide in Shimizu! ”

Sayori was a fantastic guide during our port day in Shimizu. She is incredibly knowledgeable about the region and took us to amazing places near her hometown. Sayori speaks impeccable English. Our family enjoyed our day in Shimizu with Sayori. We absolutely recommend working with her.

Sayori H.

(35 reviews)

Thank you so much for your kind words! It truly means a lot to hear that you had such an enjoyable day in Shimizu. I’m so glad I could share some special places from my hometown with you and help make your visit memorable. It was a pleasure spending time with you all, and I really appreciate your recommendation. I hope our paths cross again someday!