“Best tour ever!”
We did a full day tour with Virginia. We have been on tours I about 30 countries and this was by far the best! She was very knowledgeable and patient with our large group of 10. If you have never done a private tour before....do one a d do it with Virginia!!!!
“We had the best day with Yoji!”
Yoji was great at adapting to our interests all the way from planning the day's itinerary and all throughout the day to helping us make dinner reservations and even tweaks to our next day's plans (he nailed it). He was engaging and a joy to be around to make the absolute most of our limited time in Kanazawa. Despite the rain, he kept us moving without feeling rushed and we thoroughly enjoyed spending the day with him.
“A truly great tour”
It was cloudy and threatened to rain, but we had the best time. It was the last full day of our trip so we were getting pretty tired but Yoko matched our pace perfectly. She checked with us to see what we didn't want to miss and customized the tour on the fly. We were able to see the bamboo grove at Hokokuji Temple, Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, and the one place i didn't want to miss, Kotoku-in. I hadn't been to Kamakura since I was a small child so it was nostalgic. We enjoyed a lunch of the local specialty of soba with the best tempura ever in a small little spot that seemed to be filled with locals. We followed that with a walk down Komachi-dori street for a little shopping. Though the rain finally started my sister and I picked up some umbrellas and just kept going Yoko was so kind and considerate of our slow pace and my caution of wet stairs and such. I highly recommend you book with her. She was so informative of the history of the temple and shrines, and patiently answered every little question we had about things we were seeing. Thank you again Yoko
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;
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