“Engaging Guide and Wonderful Experience”

It has been really fun and memorable to travel with Akira as he brought me to places he recommend, along with places in which I have expressed a desire to visit. He would also recommend me popular places when I described the souvenirs I hope to purchase within Japan, and his recommendations are spot on and remarkable! Akira has been very hospitable and made me feel very welcomed during my short vacation in Japan. He is very knowledgeable and gives me the impression that I am speaking with a friend, rather than a guide. Even though it is regretful that my trip to Japan has been cut short, every single second of my stay in Japan felt very fulfilling and meaningful, none of this would have been possible without the support and insights Akira have provided throughout my journey, including answering my questions I have in a detailed manner and making sure that his responses are clear and concise. Looking forward to booking Akira for his tour services when I visit Japan again! Would definitely recommend his services to anybody planning to find a local guide for Japan, he would make you feel at home and extremely helpful! Thank you Akira, and stay safe.

Akira N.

(330 reviews)

Dear Eugene, Thank you so much for the great review. It was unfortunate that your Japan trip this time cut short however, I'm so glad that you enjoyed the short version of the tour made you feel fulfilling and most importantly, Im so glad that you get the impression that you are speaking with a friend rather than a guide since I felt the same way. It was so much fun to wander about Tokyo chatting and figuring out where I take you to buy unique souvenirs( and I am pretty sure that your friends and family love them). It was my pleasure to be your guide on you first Japan trip and I am looking forward to another chance to explore my loving city Tokyo and other places (in beautiful powder snow) with you. I know Japan loves wonderful people like you. Sincerely, Akira

“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!

Akira N.

(330 reviews)

Dear Tina, Thank you so much for the great review. I was just checking the photos that I took during the tour. Viewing these happy smiles in the pics reminds me of happy laughters and vibes with love that you, Nick, Kayla, and Andrew, made each of the moments. Thank you so much for having me as a guide this time and I am looking forward to another chance to explore my loving city together. Sincerely, 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.

(330 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