Sara M.
“More Tokyo!”
After the ½ day tour with our guide Kahoko, we took a full day tour. Kahoko met us in our hotel lobby and then we were off to more subway riding! Thank goodness we had Kahoko to tell us what to do on the subways. Went to the Fish Market (Tsukiji outer market) - David thought it was too much shopping… lol. Saw another shrine close to the fish market where they were performing a ceremony. Then we made our way to a lovey park with a tea house (Hamarikyu garden). At the tea house, Kahoko got us cool matcha tea and showed us how to drink it properly. Also had a very cute dessert. In the park I saw a manhole cover with a ginko tree design. (Who would of thought that manhole covers were beautiful!) Then it was off to a Japanese lunch way up high in one of the buildings adjacent to the park. We could look down and see the tea house that we were just at. After lunch, we went to the Meiji Jingu Shrine. It was right beside the subway, but felt like you were isolated from the world. Lots of trees! We saw the end of a big ceremony when we arrived. After we left, we went to Shibuya Crossing and saw the statue of Hachiko (loyal dog). Then we did the scrambled crossing. Lots of people!!! Afterwards Kahoko took use to the Japanese equivalent to a Lowes home improvement store. It was called “Hands”. (We were looking for a roll of painters tape… not a normal thing for a tour - lol). Also saw the close by Jinnan shopping district before heading back to the subway for the ride back to our hotel. Thanks, Kahoko – it was a great day. And David is still using his parasol!
Michael C.
“Amazing Tour”
This was our first tour/experience on the first day of our vacation. What an amazing day with Akira-san! Not only did Akira-san ensure we saw everything on the list but he just added so much to the experience with history, details and little added touches like visiting a family owned fruit stand. Can’t recommend Akira-san enough!
Pravardhan B.
“Japan Trip”
We had the most amazing time with Shunta. He was very thorough and well educated about the places we choose to visit. He went with our pace and kept us on track to allow us to visit a multitude of places in a day. Our experience wouldn’t have been the same without him. He was easy to understand and very accommodating. Also a great photographer haha. Definitely recommend to anyone traveling to Japan.
Shunta N.
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! It was such a pleasure guiding you all around Tokyo. I’m truly glad to hear you enjoyed the experience and that everything went smoothly. I had a great time spending the day with you and capturing some memories along the way too! Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you visit Japan again—I'd be more than happy to guide you anytime. Wishing you all the best and safe travels!
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