“ A Perfect Day in Tokyo with Tomoko – Beyond Our Expectations!”

Our day in Tokyo was absolutely out of this world! We had a group of 11 and chose to hire a driver so we could make the most of our limited time in the city. It was one of the best decisions we made, and having Tomoko as our guide made the day truly unforgettable. Tomoko was outstanding from start to finish. She planned a wonderful itinerary that included the Imperial Palace and its surroundings, Asakusa, Sensoji Temple, Nakamise Shopping Street, Tokyo Skytree Town, and the Harajuku and Shibuya areas. One of the highlights of the day was lunch that Tomoko arranged for us on the 30th floor of a skyscraper overlooking Tokyo. The views were incredible, and the sushi was outstanding. What made the experience so special was Tomoko herself. She was kind, knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely cared about making sure everyone in our group had a wonderful day. She walked with us through the shopping districts, helped us find the Onitsuka Tiger shoes that several members of our group were hoping to purchase, and never made us feel rushed. At the end of the day, Tomoko accompanied us all the way back to our cruise terminal, made sure everyone was safely back on the ship, and only then headed home herself. That level of care and dedication speaks volumes about the kind of person she is. Tomoko is truly one of a kind. If you are looking for a knowledgeable, caring, and exceptional guide for a perfect day in Tokyo, look no further. I cannot wait to return to Tokyo and see her again. Thank you, Tomoko, for a memorable day that our family will never forget.

Tomoko H.

(193 reviews)

Dear Laureen, thank you for the wonderful review. You’ve been so generous with your praise that I feel like I could “crawl into a hole” (I’m a bit embarrassed), but I’m really glad you enjoyed it. Our exchange started in a very interesting way. I received an inquiry with almost the exact same details from another lady—whose name also starts with “L”—at around the same time. (She mentioned that you were traveling on a cruise ship and that your family consists of 11 members.) I immediately realized that you must be a very loving family.Even though we were both working and dealing with the time difference, I really enjoyed our detailed planning emails. Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a thoughtful review despite your busy schedule after returning from your trip. I hope you and your family are all doing well. I look forward to seeing you again.‐ Tomoko

“Fun, full day tour with a true professional”

We spent a full day with Tomoko exploring Kamakura and Enoshima as a daytrip from Tokyo. Tomoko knows this area extremely well so she had everything planned out and adapted logistics as the day unfolded. She provided just the right amount and type of commentary on places visited and brought us to a very traditional soba&tempura restaurant for lunch. She is a natural conversationalist and will feel like a friend by end of the day. Her pre-tour communications are extensive as well. We had a great time with Tomoko and saw everything imagined and then some. We recommend Tomoko 100%, 10 out of 10, a top notch tour guide.

Tomoko H.

(193 reviews)

Thank you for the wonderful review. The Kamakura tour with you and your family was so much fun. Even with jet lag, everyone walked so well! The beautiful bamboo temple, Hachimangu Shrine, lunch and shopping, the Great Buddha and Hase-dera Temple, and then the caves carved by the waves on the back side of Enoshima (where the dragon lives!)—I’d secretly worried we might not make it that far. Since you told me your family’s specific requests and preferences in advance, it made planning much easier. I appreciate your cooperation. Thank you, Joshi, Amy, Caroline, and Adelaide!

“GowithTomoko! ”

Tomoko is a wonderful person and amazing tour guide. Not only do you get an excellent tour guide but you also get the experience of meeting her and spending time with Tomoko! Tomoko has great energy, knows so much about Japan and communicates the information in an interesting and clear manner. Tomoko is enthusiastic and knows how to maneuver around the city to best use the time. She is flexible and paced the day to meet our needs. She will tailor the tour to whatever you want. We wish we would have had more time to spend with Tomoko and will recommend her to all of our friends and colleagues who want a guide in Japan. When we come back we will definitely see her. And I know we'll stay in touch until our paths meet again.

Tomoko H.

(193 reviews)

Hi Amy, thank you for writing this review so soon after returning from your long trip to Japan—which lasted about three to four weeks. I really enjoyed spending time with you and Doug at the start of your journey, and I was happy we were able to talk so much about San Diego—a city that holds special memories for me. It was also a fun memory how Doug’s comment led to us touring the inside of the National Diet (Capitol) Building. The schoolchildren on the field trip were so cute, weren’t they?　I have another hair salon appointment this weekend. I fondly remember how flexible you were with my schedule last month—thanks to that, I didn’t have to go on a two-week college student tour with my hair all a mess. Thank you for the wonderful review. I look forward to seeing you again. Until then, take care and keep in touch! - Tomoko:)