Japan Private Tours

“Made a lifelong friend in Tokyo ”

I’m not even sure where to begin. Traveling to another country can be nerve racking. Feeling like you don’t belong and being unable to speak the local language can sometimes scare people away from visiting altogether. Luckily, my niece and I found Kota. As we searched for tours and guides, we knew we didn’t want a traditional tourist experience or a typical tour guide. What we wanted was a friend, someone who could show us the side of Japan that most tourists never get to see. Someone we could spend hours with and feel as though we had known for years. That is exactly what Kota delivered. From the moment we met him, Kota made us feel welcome. He created an itinerary tailored specifically to what we wanted to experience and took us to places where he said, “If I were out with my friends, this is where I would go.” Those hidden spots away from the main tourist areas and crowds were exactly what we had been hoping to find. We have spent almost two weeks traveling throughout Japan, and our day with Kota has been and will remain the highlight of our entire trip. Words truly cannot describe how much we appreciate everything he showed us or how genuinely we feel that we made a lifelong friend. It’s not a matter of if we return to Japan, but when and when we do, we will absolutely see Kota again. I already know it will feel like visiting someone we grew up with. Thank you again, Kota, for the unforgettable experience and the amazing time you shared with us. We’ll see you sooner rather than later!

Kota A.

(59 reviews)

Dear Dylan, Thank you so much for this truly heartfelt review. Reading it brought back so many memories of our day together, and it honestly meant more to me than I can put into words. To me, you were much more than just guests on a tour. The time we spent exploring Tokyo, talking, and laughing together is also a very special memory that I will never forget. I’m so happy that I could share a different side of Tokyo with you and make your time in Japan meaningful. When you return to Japan, we absolutely have to see each other again. Honestly, I already want to see you both again soon! Next time, I hope we can explore somewhere new together, not as a guide and guests, but as old friends. I truly can’t wait until we meet again! Kota

“Our Japan journey of our lifetime”

Great service and a kind heart He goes the extra mile for senior citizens. Very knowledgeable of the sights. He made sure of every detail.

Yuki K.

(433 reviews)

Dear Robert, Thank you for your review. We visited Kamakura and Lake Kawaguchi for two days. I'm very glad that you could see Mt. Fuji as the initial date was not good and we have changed the date for Lake Kawaguchi. Kamakura was a very good place as a plan B. Thank you for taking my tours!

“5 stars for Sho!”

Sho was an absolutely wonderful tour guide during our time in Nagasaki. He was incredibly patient, kind and considerate, always making sure everyone was comfortable and had plenty of time to enjoy each stop. His knowledge of Nagasaki and the stories he shared really brought the experience to life. He went above and beyond to make our day enjoyable and was so thoughtful throughout the tour. We came away from the day feeling that it was one of our favourite days of our whole trip. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Thank you, Sho, for making our day in Nagasaki so memorable. We would highly recommend him to anyone visiting!

Shonosuke S.

(48 reviews)

Hi, Melissa! Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for visiting Nagasaki, a city I truly love! I had such a great time with you and your family! In the morning, we explored some of Nagasaki’s peace-related sites, and in the afternoon, I got to show you some of my favorite spots around the city—including a cat-themed shop and even a cat shrine! Thank you for letting me be part of such a special day with your family. It was truly a pleasure spending time with all of you! I hope you’ll come back to Japan—and Nagasaki—again someday! And please say thank you to Adam, Kalan, and Archer for me too!