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Shizuoka Private Tours & Local Tour Guides

Discover Things to Do and Plan a Trip to Shizuoka, Japan with a Local Guide

Popular Shizuoka Tour Guides

Yokohama Tour Guide - Macky H.

Macky H.

4.75 / 5
(8 reviews)
Japan

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.                                                                                                                                  

Shizuoka Tour Guide - Yumiko K.

Yumiko K.

Japan

Hello, I am Yumiko, a government licensed tour guide. I was born and raised in Aichi prefecture. I have lived in Gotemba City at the foot of Mt. Fuji for over 35 years since I moved from Tokyo. Needless to say, Mt. Fuji is a symbol of Japan. It shows many faces depending on the seasons and time of the day. Many tourists visit here to see Mt. Fuji from home and abroad every year. Gotemba is located halfway between Hakone and Fuji five lakes area. And it is easily accessible from Tokyo. You can come to Gotemba from Shinjuku in Tokyo by Odakyu highway bus or Odakyu limited express train without any transfers. Please visit attractive sightseeing spots in Gotemba, such as Chichibunomiya Memorial Park, Tokino Sumika and Gotemba Premium Outlets, the biggest outlet mall in Japan. I love eating, chatting, traveling abroad and meeting people. And I enjoy tea ceremony and ballroom dancing. I would be happy if I could show you around Gotemba and Hakone area. I am looking forward to seeing you soon!                                                                                                                                 

Yamanashi Tour Guide - Motoyuki H.

Motoyuki H.

4.94 / 5
(32 reviews)
Japan

My name is Moto, National Licensed Guide Interpreter living in Yamanashi, Kofu-city. I can offer real experiences of Japanese nature, culture and commoner's life. Check tour inventory and contact me soon if you are interested in !!                                                                                                                                 

Chiba Tour Guide - Nobu S.

Nobu S.

4.69 / 5
(97 reviews)
Japan

Hi, I am Nobu, a national licensed tour guide. The main areas I guide are Tokyo and its surrounding areas including Mt. Fuji, Hakone and Nikko, but I can also accommodate custom tours according to your wishes. I also offer tours using my minivan. You can take a short tour by the minivan that stops at several spots on the way from Narita Airport to your hotel in Tokyo. If you let me know your preferences, I will design a private tour that is perfect for you. I am looking Forward to Meeting you soon in Japan! Nobu                                                                                                                                 

New Shizuoka Tour Guides

Shimizu Tour Guide - Terry H.

Terry H.

Japan

I am Terry, certified tour guide in Shizuoka and Shimizu area where they are famous for Mt. Fuji and Japanese tea. I was born in Shizuoka and live in Shizuoka. So you can feel and taste local. Please feel free to contact me. You will never regret to choose me as a guide!                                                                                                                                 

Shizuoka Tour Guide - Yuri U.

Yuri U.

Japan

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!                                                                                                                                  

Aichi Tour Guide - Mamoru I.

Mamoru I.

5.00 / 5
(1 reviews)
Japan

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 ^_^                                                                                                                                 

Shimizu Tour Guide - Sayori H.

Sayori H.

4.43 / 5
(7 reviews)
Japan

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                                                                                                                                 

New Shizuoka Private Tours

Enjoy Two Different Ropeway Rides and Lunch at a Restaurant in a Luxury Hotel in Hakonecover image

Enjoy Two Different Ropeway Rides and Lunch at a Restaurant in a Luxury Hotel in Hakone

Shizuoka
8 hours

On this tour, you ride two different ropeways and enjoy different views. If the weather is good, Mount Fuji can be seen from the ropeways. The starting point of this tour is Gotemba station while it is Yumoto or Odawara station in the most tours. However, you can choose Hakone-Yumoto station as Ending Point. Cruising on Lake Ashi is also fun. You have lunch at a nice restaurant by the lake. This tour includes a visit to three Hakone Shinto shrines, which is called 'Sanshamairi'

FROM$243/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Yumiko K.
Yumiko K.
Enjoy Hakone-Sengoku Area & Open-Air Museum - 7 hours excursion from Gotembacover image

Enjoy Hakone-Sengoku Area & Open-Air Museum - 7 hours excursion from Gotemba

Shizuoka
7 hours

The feature of this tour is that the starting point is Gotemba station while it is Yumoto or Odawara station in the most tours. If you would like to go to Odawara station to take JR Line or Odakyu Line after the tour, you do not have to go back to Gotemba. I will guide you to Hakone-Yumoto station where you can catch the train to Odawara station. You visit popular tourist destinations and some places where not many people stop in at, such as Choan-ji Temple and an elegant cafe with atmosphere.

FROM$224/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Yumiko K.
Yumiko K.
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Atami Highlights and Lunch (AM)

Shizuoka
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$160/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Yuri U.
Yuri U.
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Atami Highlights and Onsen (PM)

Shizuoka
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$160/ per group
Japan Tour Guide - Yuri U.
Yuri U.

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Shizuoka Tour Reviews

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Jun xiang W.

5 / 5
Nov 12, 2024

Special customized tour in Izu area

Shizuoka
6 hours

Customized

Interesting and unique.

Did a customized tour based on my request. 1. Picking mandarin orange at a farm - quite unique and interesting experience 2. Making wasabizuke - interesting experience but I was disappointed at not being able to pick the wasabi as it wasn't in season. 3. Lunch - Great recommendation 4. Mt Fuji viewing - this was a blank card before the tour. It wasn't plan before the tour and will play according to the time and location. Really showcase her experience and knowledge of the area to be able to recommend what to do after we are done with lunch on the spot.

Jun xiang W.

Yasuko Y.

Thank you for an excellent review. I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed very much for each experience. It was a good season for picking mandarine oranges. Also, you were so lucky to see a view of Mt.Fuji at Darumayama observation. I appreciate your driving a car smoothly.

P

Paraj K.

5 / 5
Aug 11, 2024

Tour with Paraj's family

Shizuoka
7 hours

Customized

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.

Paraj K.

Sayori H.

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

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.

Shizuoka Private Tour Guide

Whether it’s your first time to Shizuoka or you are back to discover more, a good tour guide can make all the difference. Enjoy the best of what Shizuoka has to offer, without all the fuss of planning everything by yourself! You can pick your favorite itinerary from the Shizuoka 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 Shizuoka, 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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