Escape Tokyo’s bustle and discover Yugawara, a coastal hot spring town rich in culture and nature. Begin with fine dining at Kuruma-ya, known for its historic garden ranked among Japan’s top — the only restaurant nationwide with this honor. Enjoy kaiseki or teppanyaki, plus options like kimono, matcha, or VIP rooms. After a coastal drive along Sagami Bay, visit Fudodaki Waterfall, a sacred site for centuries. Relax at the tea house with sweets and legends before returning to Tokyo.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Meeting at Hotel
- Your guide and driver will meet you in the hotel lobby in Tokyo.
Dining Experience at Kuruma-ya
・Choose kaiseki or teppanyaki.
・Optional kimono plan (2.5–3 hours): wear kimono, stroll the historic garden ranked among Japan’s top, enjoy photo session.
・Options: matcha experience, private rooms, tatami seating, VIP service.
Coastal Drive
Scenic ride along Sagami Bay on the way to Fudodaki Waterfall.
Fudodaki Waterfall & Tea House
Visit the historic sacred waterfall.
Learn local legends, relax with tea and seasonal sweets.
Return to Tokyo Hotel
Ending Point
Accommodation or your preferred location (Tokyo)
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
・Private vehicle with driver from/to Tokyo
・English-speaking guide
・Coastal scenic drive along Sagami Bay
・Lunch at Kuruma-ya (choice of Japanese kaiseki or Western teppanyaki)
・Kimono plan (includes wearing kimono, photo session in the garden, and garden access; kimono can be taken home)
・Matcha experience
・VIP service (upon request)
Hello everyone! My name is Kota.
After graduation from a university in Japan I spent a year in Vancouver, Canada, on a working holiday. While working as a server at a sushi restaurant, I had many opportunities to interact with guests who loved Japan, while also learning about Canadian culture from them. Those experiences became truly meaningful to me, and now I would like to take on that role here in Japan—sharing the beauty of my country with visitors and creating unforgettable memories together.
Tokyo is a world-famous metropolis, but beyond its well-known landmarks, it is full of hidden gems that are less crowded and waiting to be discovered. I would be delighted to explore such places with you and do my very best to make your trip to Japan a wonderful experience.
Since I am originally from Hiroshima, I am also very familiar with Kyoto, Hiroshima, and Osaka. I would be happy to give you helpful advice if you plan to visit those areas. And if our schedules align, I would love to guide you around my hometown Hiroshima, as well as Shiga where I spent my student years, or even Kyoto and Osaka. Please feel free to reach out anytime!
I enjoy watching soccer (especially Manchester United!), and I also like beer and whisky.
I’m really looking forward to meeting you all :)
Silvia C.
“Wonderful Introduction To Tokyo! ”
We had a great experience with Kody and Rene. On our first day, they took us to the Ghibli Museum and the Open Air Architecture Museum. We loved our lunch that day of tempura and soba noodles -- a restaurant that we would not have gone to without our guides. On our second day, we went to Nikko. We stopped at the water fall and toshogu shrine. We had a very nice lunch that day. Going to Nikko and specifically to Toshogu, was something we really wanted to do. We are very grateful that they were able to take us. On our last day Yoshi joined us as Rene was unable to join. He was a nice addition to the group. We went to the old fish market, where Kody was able to explain the different kinds of fish. After that we decided to change our schedule and make our way to the Shibuya crossing. We really appreciated the flexibility. We then went to have sushi at a very nice spot that we enjoyed. We visited one last shrine and then had coffee before we finished our tour. Overall, they always were punctual and polite. They were able to explain everyday Japanese life. We also thought having a second person in the car was a plus, because, when the driver couldn't find a parking place, we were still able to get out of the car and do what we have to do. We also appreciated that Kody took us to very cute and cozy coffee shops. Good coffee and nice people. Overall we had a very lovely experience. We recognize that we were a group of three with different interests, and some of us would have appreciated more history of Tokyo as this was our first visit, however, we could have also been vocal about that interest and we were not. We will definitely be recommending Kody to everyone else we know who is visiting Tokyo!
Kota A.
Thank you so much for your warm and wonderful review. Although our three days together seemed long, the time truly flew by. We’re very happy that you chose our tour to spend part of your family’s time in Tokyo with us. There may have been moments when the rain or traffic caused some inconvenience, but we truly appreciate how kind and understanding you were throughout. We hope you continue to enjoy the rest of your time in Japan, and we look forward to crossing paths again someday. Kody, Rene, and Yoshi
Kelvin T.
“Awesome and Engaging Experience ”
We couldn't have asked for and gotten a better guide. All the way from engaging him a week before the tour, Kota was very responsive and engaging... asking questions to better understand the interest of my parents as he adjusted the itinerary to suit their preferences, interests and limitations. Kota is warm, responsive and engaging, and my parents had a great time during the personalised tour that he worked out for them. During the tour, he was very flexible in making adjustments and accomodations even at the last minute. Would highly recommend him without hesitation!
Kota A.
Thank you so much for your kind words. I truly had a wonderful time as well! Thanks to both of you — so kind, calm, and great conversationalists — every moment became a special and unforgettable memory for me. I’ll be looking forward to seeing you again, including Kelvin, when you visit Japan next time. Kody
Aida S.
“An amazing guide, a day filled with fun - Akihabara Tour”
We had a wonderful experience with our guide, Kody (Kota). From the very beginning, his communication was clear, timely, and thoughtful. He reached out ahead of time to confirm details and made sure our meeting point at Akihabara Station was easy to find, which made the start of the day stress-free. The tour itself was fantastic. Kody guided us through Akihabara Electric Town, tailoring the pace and stops to our family’s interests. He knew exactly where to take us for anime, games, and arcades, and he made sure we had a great time experiencing the unique atmosphere. We especially appreciated his flexibility—he was happy to adjust the plan along the way so everyone could enjoy themselves. Lunch at Gyukatsu Motomura was another highlight, and Kody helped make the experience smooth and enjoyable. At the end of the tour, he kindly offered to drop us back at our hotel. Overall, Kody is friendly, knowledgeable, and very accommodating. He made exploring Akihabara fun and easy, and we would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a personalized Tokyo experience.
Kota A.
Dear Aida, Thank you so much for your warm review. I truly enjoyed my time with all of you as well. I’m so happy to hear that you enjoyed the lunch and the places we visited! Although our time together was short, it was fulfilling and brought me a lot of joy. I sincerely hope we can meet again very soon! Warm regards, Kody
$399/ per group