“Akira is an amazing guide! ”

Akira was an amazing tour guide. He customized a tour for our group and showed us so much of Tokyo in a single day. We were so happy we booked a tour with him our first day in Japan - it was a great way to get comfortable in the city and determine where we wanted to spend more time later in the trip. He is very knowledgeable, flexible and kind! Highly recommend booking a tour with Akira!

“Tokyo by Day & Night”

Akira, in his bright orange jacket which we could easily follow, met us at our hotel for an evening tour of Tokyo. We explored the brightly lit Shinjuku area as he explained the busy night life including a delicious dinner at a small Izakaya. His knowledge of the neighborhoods and small streets took us on a winding path past youth clubs, bars, and ended at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Office. There we had a spectacular, FREE, 360° Tokyo night view from the 45th floor observation area. We were also treated to a mesmerizing 30 minute laser show projected onto the building. It was a fabulous start to our 1.5 day personalized tour. Day 2 included Tsukiji Fish Market, with it's many delicacies and a full day of walking through quiet neighborhoods. Akira was happy to tell us about Japanese culture and expose us to off the beaten path areas. Nezu shrine was a quiet contemplative spot tucked into a simple neighborhood where there were no other tourists. We criss crossed Tokyo on the metro/train and the last tram lines in the city. Our final stop was Ginza where he left us with tips on where to find authentic Japanese souvenirs. Akira was responsive from the beginning planning process and throughout the 1.5 days we spent together. He changed plans on the fly based on our requests and enhanced our experience through an honest and thoughtful cultural exchange.

Akira N.

(329 reviews)

Dear Cathleen, Thank you so much for the great review. I love the expression you used “honest and thoughtful cultural exchange”. That’s exactly the same thing what I felt during two days throughout building relationship with you, Herman, Rick, Lee ,and Tim. I always trying to be myself while I’m guiding, rather than acting like a guide. In that way, I believe you will remember this Tokyo trip to be more personal in a good way. I hope it worked for you and the gangs. I’m looking forward to another chance to explore my loving city together. Sincerely, Akira

“A kind, thoughtful, and well-prepared guide with a wealth of local knowledge.”

Akira gave us a fabulous tour for our first day in Tokyo, including Meiji Shrine, the Imperial Palace Gardens, Harajuku, and old parts of Tokyo full of authentic local character, along with newer modern areas. He also took us to his favourite local coffee place (excellent hand-dripped coffee), and a restaurant that serves traditional Japanese food for lunch. There, we enjoyed delicious assorted sashimi, deep-fried horse mackerel, and deep fried oysters. There were many other great choices on the menu, and we left feeling happy and satisfied. Overall, thanks to Akira, we fit far more into one day than we could possibly have on our own, and everything felt personalised. He informed us of the history of the sights, as well as explaining the culture. He showed us how to behave respectfully at a Shinto shrine, which we truly appreciated, and which allowed us to experience the atmosphere more deeply. Although in one day, we could only taste what Tokyo has to offer, we covered an amazing array of highlights with Akira. We are grateful to Akira for such an enriching introduction to Tokyo and Japan. We have no hesitation in recommending him.

Akira N.

(329 reviews)

Dear Fiona, Thank you so much for the great review. I am happy to know that you enjoyed the day more than you expected. I think it all because of your flexibility, your open-minded character, and your heart warming personality. Because of that, we could enjoy conversation throughout the tour, getting to know each other, we could build good relationship, and we could add more on what we have originally planned. The places we went, the foods we had, and excellent coffee we enjoyed are all my favorite things, a local's favorite. I enjoy them even my day-offs. I tried to show you what I am, what it is like to be one local in this city as much as I could, which I expect from a guide if I travel to another country. I am so happy to know that you enjoyed them. I'm looking forward to another chance to explore my loving city together. Sincerely, Akira