Kevin L.
“Yoshie is an Excellent and Friendly Guide”
We enjoyed spending the day with Yoshie. He is an amazing guide that speaks excellent English. You can tell he loves showing people around his beautiful country. We saw all of the major sites of Kyoto, using taxis, trains, and 25,000 steps! If you want to see Kyoto guided by a local, you can't do better than Yoshie!
Gary C.
“Kamakura and Enoshima Adventure”
Thank you, Moses, for bringing my mother and I to explore Kamakura and Enoshima island. Moses suggested to start the tour early and we were able to visit some popular tourist spots before the crowd arrived. Despite the unfortunate heavy rain that day, we were still able to have a good time exploring Enoshima Island all the way to the Iwaya Cave. Thank you for helping to take a lot of nice photos too!
Gary C.
“Great planning to allow multiple places within a short time”
Thank you, Ken-san and Sachie-san for the tour and great planning, that we were able to visit several places (Tokyo Skytree, Asakusa, Akihabara, Zojoji Tokyo Tower, Shibuya) within short amount of time. Thank you for helping to take nice photos too. It was definitely a good day spending time with the both of you during our tour.
Uncover Japan’s secrets and gain travel knowledge with a local private tour guide. Unlock hidden gems, cultural immersion, and an unforgettable journey.
With a tour guide, you can get to the good stuff, like the ethereal Tottori Sand Dunes and quaint Kinosaki Onsen. From enjoying bespoke traditional ryokans, to navigating the busy streets of Osaka, a tailored journey through Japan’s wonders only gets better with a local expert leading the way.
Beyond the big ticket destinations like Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka, getting a personalized itinerary transforms a simple tour into lifelong memories. Customized by a local guide, your itinerary can feature lesser known sites like the Shikisai-no-Oka flower fields, where stunning panoramic views of colorful flowers await.
Yes. Local private tour guides in Japan provide comfort, convenience, information, and organization, especially in a culturally and geographically diverse country.
A Japan tour guide enhances your trip by;
Still undecided? This article might interest you: Hiring A Guide In Japan: Pros & Cons.
March to May and September to November are the best times to visit Japan because the weather is warm but not blazing and cool but not freezing.
Of course, March to May is Sakura season, so tourism is high during this time. To escape the crowds, try traveling from December to February. June to August is hot and moist, and May to June is rainy.
Need a full weather breakdown? Check out our Japan Tourism Statistics 2023.
Depending on your destination, Japan tour guides can be hired from 98 USD per group for a Kyoto Highlights Tour to upwards of 397 USD per group for a Customized Tokyo Experience. GoWithGuide's prices vary according to perks, venues, experiences, and included services. Head to the Japan Private Tours page to see our range of private tour costs.
Tokyo is the number one choice for first-time travelers to Japan. It combines the best elements from the 4 major islands (Honshu, Hokkaido, Shikoku, and Kyushu) into one melting pot of culture and creativity. With so much variety, you'll find The Meiji Shrine, Shinjuku Gyoen Garden, Ginza Shopping District, and Yomiuriland all in one city.
Tokyo also serves as a base for those who want to travel to nearby destinations like;
Helpful Article: 5 Relaxing Day Trips From Tokyo You Have To Try
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