Gladys T.
【PRIVATE CAR TOUR】World Heritage GOKAYAMA/SHIRAKAWAGO Tour from Kanazawa
“Wonderful tour w Yoji as Guide n driver”
We spent 4 wonderful days with Yoji going from Kanazawa to Shirakawago, then Takayama, Obuse (a chestnut town), then Jigokudani to see the snow monkeys and finally, Karuizawa. Yoji was attentive to our needs, quick to respond to our requests, provided instructions for us to walk ahead if he had to park the car n then quickly catch up w us. We maintained communications via WhatsApp so he can find us easily. We all felt a genuine caring attitude from Yoji n completely trust him. Yoji drove thru many windy roads n he handled all the curves expertly. None of us were car sick at all! Yoji research ahead of time the stops n lunch restaurants for the next day n advise us with the latest conditions n recommendations. We had many excellent meals based on Yoji’s recommendations! The tour went smoothly n we really enjoyed our time w Yoji. I highly recommend contacting Yoji if you are going to Kanazawa n Shirakawa / Takayama areas.
“Wonderful tour”
We spent 4 wonderful days with Yoji going from Kanazawa to Shirakawago, then Takayama, Obuse (a chestnut town), then Jigokudani to see the snow monkeys and finally, Karuizawa. Yoji was attentive to our needs, quick to respond to our requests. In Kanazawa, we went to the castle, the gardens, the geisha district, the samurai house and tasted gold leaf ice cream and some excellent coffee! Yoji gave us recommendations for dinner and I probably had the best meal this trip at Bakusa Kanazawa! We highly recommend Yoji as your guide if you plan to go to Kanazawa, Shirakawa n Takayama regions!
“Wonderful time w Yoji”
We spent 4 wonderful days with Yoji going from Kanazawa to Shirakawago, then Takayama, Obuse (a chestnut town), then Jigokudani to see the snow monkeys and finally, Karuizawa. Yoji was attentive to our needs, quick to respond to our requests, provided instructions for us to walk ahead if he had to park the car n then quickly catch up w us. We maintained communications via WhatsApp so he can find us easily. We all felt a genuine caring attitude from Yoji n completely trust him. Yoji drove thru many windy roads n he handled all the curves expertly. None of us were car sick at all! Yoji research ahead of time the stops n lunch restaurants for the next day n advise us with the latest conditions n recommendations. We had many excellent meals based on Yoji’s recommendations! The tour went smoothly n we really enjoyed our time w Yoji. I highly recommend contacting Yoji if you are going to Kanazawa n Shirakawa / Takayama areas.
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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;
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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.
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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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