Shizuoka Private Tours &amp; Local Tour Guides

Hi! I am Macky. I am glad to accompany you on your tour to Japan and show you the beauty and experiences Japan has to offer. I am an English tour guide and I have guided many foreign visitors around Kamakura, Nikko, Mt. Fuji and Hakone. I love sightseeing myself and I enjoy food and wine… I have been interested in intercultural exchanges and have visited many places locally and overseas alike. I have strong passion in Japanese history, culture, and geography. More than just simply showing you the stunning beauty of the places, I love to impart the cultural and historical value of each sightseeing spot. The place I can guide tourists best is Kamakura which has major shrines and temples with historical and religious details. It can be fun not only to explore Kamakura from historical point of view but also experience various activities such as hiking, rental kimono-clad walking, and learning carving technique as well as soba noodle preparation. I am flexible. My guide is unique and comprehensive. If you want to make the most out of your trip, I can show you around and make you experience Japan to the fullest. I can accommodate the tour according to your needs and preferences giving you a hassle-free, enjoyable and memorable tour. I can also take you to non tourism places such as various factory tours in Yokohama and Kawasaki City.

Chinami N.

4.98 / 5

(63 reviews)

Hello!My name is Chinami. I have a national licence as a tour guide. I know well not only the nature of Mt Fuji area, but also history of Mt Fuji as a world cultural heritage site.I like to talk with people from all aver the world.So I want to have great time with you and enjoy local meals, wine, and so on. Let's share a wonderful moment in Japan!

Mamoru I.

5.00 / 5

(1 reviews)

I’m a professional radio personality/English instructor/interpreter/translator/tour guide and I’m foodie with drinks, local foods, seasonable ingredients, chefs, casual star restaurants, sake, beer, wine, coffee, cocktails locals popular places with no tourists. I promise to show you, take you to the best place for food and drink, anywhere from local casual to high end. 30years of going out to search places. I can say I’m the best ^_^

Fumi M.

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Born and bred in Tokyo I am still living in the suburbs of Tokyo. I spent several years in the U.S. and the UK and wanted to show international visitors around Japan in return for the hospitality I had received in foreign countries. After coming back from the UK, I obtained the qualification of the National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter. I can guide guests to every corner of Tokyo including areas off the beaten track. As a history fan I can tell you a historical episode behind the scenes. From a local perspective I can explain how we Japanese are getting along. Since I have science and technology backgrounds, I can give you a tour of scientific or technical things as well..

New Shizuoka Tour Guides

Yuri U.

Your trip to Japan starts when you start planning for it! I am Yuri, based in ATAMI, a seaside onsen (hot-spring) town, full of history and beautiful sceneries, only 45 min. from Tokyo area! I would love to introduce ATAMI to YOU, especially if you are tired of visiting the beaten-the-path places in Japan. Include ATAMI and/or IZU area for your next trip to enjoy the beautiful nature, interesting culture, local food and people! I am here to help! I am originally from Tokyo, and happy to travel to Tokyo or nearby town to get you started with info only locals would know! I hope to meet you soon!

Sayori H.

4.20 / 5

(5 reviews)

Hello, I can show you the real Japan. You can taste, see and feel the country. I'd like to show the beautiful culture for you to experience. I can organize the day tour from Shimizu port for Cruise customers. Tea ceremony, strawberry picking experience, anything you are interested, I would love to help you plan your tour. I can communicate in both English and Japanese. I look forward to welcoming people from different parts of the world. Thank you

Misa H.

Hi, my name is Misa from Aichi prefecture. I'm working as a export staff at the trading company. Most friends of mine are said that my personality is fridendly to new people, extroverted, kind to everyone. I'm learning Yamato-Damashii(Japanese way of thinking), Shinto(relates to shrine), the history of shrine and japanese Gods, and fariming. I can offer potential customers about knowledge shriens, Yamato-Damashii, japanese GODs, farming. If you're interesetd in it, please cantact with me. I will make your own itenary together at Aichi, Shizuoka.

Kozo Y.

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Hello! I'm Kozo. I'm currently living in Chiba, which is one of the biggest cities in Japan and located in the suburbs of Tokyo. So, I can guide you to the sightseeing spots in Tokyo and the suburbs, which include Asakusa, Nikko, Kamakura, Hakone, Mt. Fuji, and more. In those places, you can experience traditional Japanese culture and beautiful sceneries. I'm originally from Kobe, one of the major cities in the western part of Japan. So, if my schedule permits, I may also guide you to the attractive spots in Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, and Kobe. I took a Master's degree in chemical engineering at the University of Tokyo and an MBA degree at the University of Massachusetts. I am a professional engineer in industrial engineering, an industrial safety consultant, a registered management consultant, and a licensed guide-interpreter. I have been working for a Japanese chemical company for many years. So, if you are interested not only in Japanese culture but also in technologies and businesses in Japan, I may be a good company. :) As a part of my job as an engineer, I often travel outside Japan. The countries that I visited last year are Singapore, China, the United States, Mexico, Germany, Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia. Among them, Singapore is my frequent destination. Also, in the past, I visited Spain, Italy, England, France, Hungary, India, Canada, Korea, Taiwan, etc. So, if you are from one of those countries, you may ask me how I felt when I visited your motherland. :) Okay, thank you for reading my self-introduction to the end. I hope I have a chance with you!

Popular Shizuoka Private Tours

Enjoy stunning view of Shizuoka including Mt. Fuji and Kunozan Toshogu Shrine!

9 hours

This tour includes the magnificent view of Mt. Fuji from Miho no Matsubara and Nihondaira, and a georgius and vivid vermillion collared Kunozan Toshogu Shrine where you will feel Japanese artisan sprit and their masterpieces. Visiting the Tea Museum will give you some idea of how Japanese enjoy drinking teas.

A day trip modern and nature visit in Izu.

6 hours

The gate of Izu peninsula and with a view of Mt. Fuji in Mishima, Shizuoka. Let's walk along the beautiful spring water stream and visit traditional places. take an experience to make your original Japanese calendar. and then visit Mishima skywalk

(Atami) Japanese Culinary Shop Walking Tour

3 hours

Atami, seaside onsen town only 45 min from Tokyo by bullet train, has a long history as a retreat destination and still is a home for many high-end traditional ryokans, which had helped many small food shops to survive to date. This walking tour is to visit three shops offering indispensable ingredients to Japanese cuisine, including green tea, wasabi zuke (pickles), katsuobushi (dried skipjack tuna) and tofu to learn about history, products (even samples!) directly from the shop owners.

FROM$211/ per group

Yuri U.

슨푸성 공원 호비 광장

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4 hours

슨푸성 공원： 이 곳은 시즈오카 시의 중심부에 있으며 3개의 연못과 아름다운 돌담으로 둘러싸인 공원입니다. 1585년 도쿠가와 이에야스가 축성하고 만년을 태상왕 전하로서 보낸 슨푸성의 흔적은 에도 시대의 역사를 보여 줍니다. 경내의 복원된 동문과 망루는 순목조　8각　지붕의 성곽 건축으로 당시의 모습을 충실히 재현해 줍니다. 원내는 이에야스공의 동상과 공이 손수 심은 밀감나무, 4개의 일본식 정원, 다실을 갖춘 모미지 공원이 있으며 수백그루의 벚꽃과 약 1만그루의 진달래 꽃이 만발하는 봄이 되면 아름다운 꽃관광을 위해 수많은 인파로 넘치기도 합니다. 호비 광장 모형의 세계 수도 시즈오카에 새로운 호비의 정보 발신 기지가 탄생했습니다. 호비 뮤지엄의 인기에 힘입어 2011.6월에 시즈오카의 아트 겔러리 터를 정비해서 개관했는데요. 시즈오카 호비 광장에는 모형 메이커 각사의 최신 모형과 시즈오카의 전통 공예품의 상설 전시가 재밌는 이벤트와 함께 펼쳐집니다.

FROM$150/ per group

Okhee N.

New Shizuoka Private Tours

Atami Highlights and Lunch (AM)

2 hours 30 min

Atami, seaside onsen (hotspring) town only 45 min from Tokyo by bullet train, has a long history as a retreat destination and once known as "Monaco of the Orient". This tour is to walk from Atami station to seaside of Atami, visiting highlights of Atami to learn the history, culture and interesting facts. The tour ends at your preferred type of restaurant and our guide will help you with orders.

FROM$176/ per group

Yuri U.

Atami Highlights and Onsen (PM)

2 hours 30 min

Atami, seaside onsen (hotspring) town only 45 min from Tokyo by bullet train, has a long history as a retreat destination and once known as "Monaco of the Orient". This tour is to walk from Atami station to seaside of Atami, visiting highlights of Atami to learn the history, culture and interesting facts. The tour ends at a onsen facility, and our guide can help you with the check-in. (Private onsen may be arranged per request).

FROM$176/ per group

Yuri U.

Enjoy splended view of Mt. Fuji and Kunozan Toshogu Shrine!

This tour includes the magnificent view of Mt. Fuji from Miho no Matsubara and Nihondaira, and a georgius and vivid vermillion collared shrine called Kunozan Toshogu Shrine where you will feel Japanese artisan sprit and their masterpieces. Visiting the port seamen's inn will give you an image of how Japanese lived in the Meiji Restoration period about 150 years ago.

후지산 혼구 센겐 타이샤

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6 hours

후지산에 대한 이야기는 이 신사를 빼놓고는 이야기 할 수 없을 정도로 후지 신앙의 중심지이며 후지산을 경배하고 관장하는 신사로 후지산 8부 능선에서 정상까지를 경내로 하는 후지산 신앙의 근원지입니다. 또 신사는 후지산 지하수 샘물이 흘러 나오는 곳에 둘러싸여 있으며 지하수 샘물이 모여서 연못을 만들고 그 연못 안에 많은 물고기와 오리가 떠 있는 모습은 가히 아름다운 후지산의 한 폭의 그림을 보는 것 같습니다. 전국1,300여개의 센겐 신사의 총 본산이며 경내의 아름다운 색채와 모습의 본전, 배전, 벚꽃문은 이에야스의 건립 기증물입니다. 그 중 본전과 배전은 중요 문화재로 지정되어 있습니다. 다카사고 청주제조회사 오미야 쉼터의 만남의 광장 신사의 서쪽에는 1820년부터 후지산 지하수 샘물로 맛있게 술을 빚어온 다카사고 청주 제조 회사가 있습니다. 연하고 단 맛의 후지산 지하수의 맛을 만끽할 수 있습니다. 또 신사의 앞에는 아담한 후지노미야 상가가 있고 그 곳에는 조용한 쉼터의 만남의 광장이 있는데 누구나 부담없이 휴식을 취할 수 있는 자유 공간입니다. 깨끗한 샘물에 의해 가꾸어져 온 후지노미야의 식문화를 계절의 바람과 함께 맛보세요.

FROM$208/ per group

Okhee N.

Popular Shizuoka Private Cars

☆Atami 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.

☆Atami Day Tour with a Private Car

3 hours 30 min

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.

☆Atami Day Tour with a Private Car

3 hours 30 min

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.

☆Atami 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.

Day Trips from Shizuoka

Hakone

Mount Fuji

Yamanashi

Aichi

Shizuoka Tour Reviews

Paraj K.

5 / 5

Aug 11, 2024

Tour with Paraj's family

7 hours

Customized

Aug 11, 2024

“Memorable day at Shimizu with SAYORI San”

Our family had most enjoyable, memorable day at Shimizu with Sayori San. Sayori arranged the day beyond our expectations. She accommodated all the unusual activities we requested well beyond what we requested and made last minute adjustments. Thanks a lot Sayori San.

Sayori H.

(5 reviews)

Dear Paraj san It was my pleasure welcoming you the other day. I am very glad to hear that you enjoyed my tour. Although it was very humid and hot weather, thank you for coming to Shimizu. Thank you very much Paraj san. Sayori

Oscar V.

5 / 5

Jul 15, 2024

Enjoy stunning view of Shizuoka including Mt. Fuji and Kunozan Toshogu Shrine!

10 hours

Customized

Jul 15, 2024

“So much to see but we saw it all”

What a beautiful day with your guide Mackey. He is pleasant, accommodating, knowledgeable and successfully navigated the weather to ensure we had a great day. Highly recommend especially for cruise passengers.

Gary T.

5 / 5

Jun 23, 2024

Enjoy splended view of Mt. Fuji and Kunozan Toshogu Shrine!

Jun 23, 2024

“Mt Fuji and a great lunch”

We booked a Celebrity cruise around Japan. To avoid the large, impersonal tours offered by the cruise line we decided to book a private tour in Shimizu (Mt. Fuji). Macy we excellent. He met us at the cruise terminal and showed us how to navigate Japanese public transportation and visit some memorable sites. At Mino no Matsubara we got to see Mt Fuji out of the clouds! We toured several other sites including Sumpu Castle. A highlight was lunch at a historic stop on the Tokaido Road. He sent us an itinerary before our trip and took our suggestions on sites we wanted to see. Unfortunately the ropeway at Nihondaira was closed for repair. We highly recommend him – he speaks very good English and is extremely knowledgeable about Japanese history.

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