Welcome to Japan Gateway Tour from Narita Airport
I am pleased to offer a special plan to enjoy Japan while transferring from Narita Airport to your accommodation.
Enjoy a delicious meal, explore a historic temple near Narita Airport, or shop for travel essentials. The plan can be customized to suit your preferences.
Your luggage will be safely stored, and purchases delivered to your accommodation. my colleague who will be driving and I ensure a safe and comfortable journey. Let me help you start your trip to Japan smoothly.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Narita Airport General Pickup Area *Flexible meeting time
- The pickup location may vary depending on your arrival exit. Terminal 1 ・Near the central exit on the first floor of the arrival lobby (both North and South Wings). ・General Pickup Area (Pickup Area) outside the "Central Exit (North/South Exit)". Terminal 2 ・Near the "South Exit" or "North Exit" on the first floor of the arrival lobby. ・General Pickup Area (Pickup Area) outside the "Central Exit".
Naritasan Shinshoji Temple / Location: 1 Narita, Narita City, Chiba Prefecture
・Historic and spiritual: Over 1,000 years old, a renowned Buddhist temple known for its sacred Fudo Myo-o deity.
・Unique cultural experience: Witness traditional Goma fire rituals, explore stunning Japanese gardens, and admire magnificent temple architecture.
・Food and shopping: Stroll down the charming approach lined with souvenir shops and taste Japan’s famous grilled eel (unagi).
・Perfect layover trip: Just minutes from Narita Airport—experience Japan’s rich culture, history, and cuisine in a short visit.
First Meal in Japan / A famous unagi (grilled eel) restaurant near Naritasan or a Elegant Ramen "Taketora" (24-hour open)
・Traditional Unagi (Grilled Eel): Near Naritasan, you can enjoy freshly grilled eel coated in a sweet-savory sauce, served over rice—a luxurious yet traditional Japanese meal.
・Elegant Ramen "Taketora"(24-hour open): For a quick and satisfying option, slurp a hot bowl of ramen with rich broth and springy noodles, perfect for any time of day or night.
・Great Start to Your Japan Trip: Whether you prefer a refined, cultural dining experience or a casual, soul-warming meal, both options introduce you to Japan’s incredible food scene from the very first bite.
Don Quijote Shopping Tour / Various locations across Japan
・Huge variety: From Japanese snacks and souvenirs to cosmetics and electronics, everything is available at great prices.
・Unique shopping experience: Open late or even 24/7, making it perfect for last-minute shopping.
・Tax-free shopping: Many items are tax-free for tourists with passport verification.
・Perfect for all travelers: Whether you want traditional Japanese goods or quirky pop culture items, Don Quijote has it all.
Ending Point
Accommodation or your preferred location (Tokyo)
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Drive & Guide fee
Narita pick-up
Drop-off in 23 wards of Tokyo
Type of Vehicle: TOYOTA (RAIZE or ALPHARD) Depending on the situation, I will adjust accordingly to make sure that all participants can be accommodated.
Fuel cost
Toll cost
Meal, snack and beverage for you and guide.
Tour Important Information
If you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions, please let us know in advance.
Please provide your flight details.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Kota A.
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 :)
P.S.
I am not a licensed guide, but I work as a friendly guide.
Rather than providing formal or highly specialized guiding like a school tour, my focus is on offering a more relaxed and friendly experience to help you enjoy your time in Japan.
I appreciate your understanding.
Reviews
Kylie P.
“Best tour guide”
This was our first trip to Japan, and we were travelling as three generations of our family—my mother, myself, and the children. We did a couple of tours with Kota, and he did an outstanding job planning our outings, creating itineraries that catered perfectly to everyone's interests. The boys had an amazing time exploring the anime shops, local street markets, and unique stores, as well as riding the trains and experiencing everything they had been looking forward to. Kota really connected with them, understood exactly what they wanted to see and do, and made every day fun and engaging. As food lovers, we also appreciated that Kota took us to some fantastic local restaurants that were less crowded, giving us the opportunity to enjoy authentic Japanese food away from the busy tourist spots. My mother especially enjoyed visiting the beautiful shrines and peaceful gardens, and Kota ensured there was a great balance of activities for all three generations throughout our tours. We would highly recommend Kota to anyone visiting Japan. He has a wonderful ability to connect with people of all ages, is incredibly knowledgeable, and tailors each tour to suit everyone's interests. Thanks to his thoughtful planning, our family created wonderful memories that we'll cherish for years to come.
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Kota A.
Hi Kylie, Thank you so much for the wonderful review! I am truly happy that I could be in charge of such a wonderful time with your three-generation family. Although it was a short period of time, thank you very much. I would be very happy if this time becomes a great memory and makes you want to visit Japan again;)) I look forward to seeing you all again! Kota
Jennifer G.
“Tokyo City Highlights in a Day”
Kota arranged a very personalized, thorough, and fun tour of Tokyo in 7 hours. We started our tour with Kota after spending about 2 hours at Tokyo TeamLabs Planets. Kota met us their with his assistant, Mishi, and we were on our way to Shibuya Crossing and got some fun photos. We then moved on to the Harajuku district to see the anime trends and styles (we have teens) and then we saw a beautiful shrine and walked through the picturesque red torii gates. We then had a delicious ramen lunch. After that, Kota knew we wanted to get an authentic Japanese kitchen knife and a matcha set, so he took us to some specific stores on Kappabashi Street. He was very knowledgeable and helped guide us through all of the different options and qualities. We ended up with a beautiful knife for my husband and me and two other engraved knives for the kids for their first home. While the knives were getting engraved, Kota took us to a magnificent temple where we could get some Japanese sweets, do a little shopping, and get some pictures with the Tokyo SkyTree Tower in the background. At the end, he drove us to our hotel and we arrived perfectly at the 7 hr mark. Kota was an expert driver, navigator, and seemed to know the city in and out. He made a perfectly personalized tour for us and we never would have seen so many things without him. We were blessed to have him as our guide for our one day in Tokyo. Many thanks Kota!
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Kota A.
Hi Jennifer, Thank you so much for the wonderful review. Although it was a short period of time, I also had a very wonderful time myself! I would be happy if looking at the photos and the items you purchased, such as the knives, brings back memories of this wonderful trip;)) I am looking forward to seeing you all again! Kota
Andrew P.
“Nice end to our 2 weeks in Japan”
We decided to book this trip as we’re were due to fly out of Tokyo late evening and we disembarked Diamond Princess at 8:00 am. The tour is as flexible as you chose and is a great way to fill your day and not worry about what to do with your cases. Great way to finish the most amazing 2 week vacation we have ever had.
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Kota A.
Dear Andrew, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I would be very happy if this tour became one of your favorite memories from your time in Japan ;)) Next time, please come and visit Japan in a different season! I would love the opportunity to show you a completely different side of Japan then! Kota
$460/ per group
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