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Japan Tour Reviews

An Outstanding, Personalized Tour with Tim

Tim was fantastic from start to finish. We told him from the beginning that we wanted more of a freestyle experience rather than following a rigid itinerary, and he completely understood what we were looking for. Throughout the day, Tim paid attention to what we were enjoying and continuously adjusted the tour based on our interests. He was incredibly flexible, making changes on the fly, adding things he thought we would appreciate, and spending more time in places that caught our attention. Nothing ever felt rushed or scripted. That flexibility made the entire day feel personal and spontaneous. Tim was knowledgeable, easygoing, accommodating, and genuinely focused on making sure we had a great experience. By the end of the day, it felt like the tour had been designed specifically for us. We had an excellent time and would absolutely recommend Tim to anyone looking for a knowledgeable guide who listens to his guests and is willing to adapt the day around what they actually want to see and experience. Five stars without hesitation.

Perfect intro to Japan and Sendai

I’ve been wanting to visit Japan for many years and finally made it happen. It can be a little overwhelming despite a strong desire to learn the culture. I decided to get a guide and found Mai. She’s from Sendai and helped expedite my learning and understanding of the culture and city so well. We started out on a cultural tour but as the day went on I wanted to see more izakayas and learn about the food. She’s very well-connected in the city. Mai was able to pivot on what I wanted so well. She understands and speaks English very well - I speak no Japanese - and can clearly articulate the history and culture of the city in a simple way for a beginner. It truly was a great experience. I would do another tour with Mai in Sendai! Thank you so much, it was great to meet you and come visit Chicago!

exceptional

simply the best guide I be ever experienced, perfect knowledge shared in a very special and personal style, thank you

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Private Tours in Japan

Learning about Japan has never been easier with our local, expert tour guides leading the way, from a tour through Okayama, to the inner gems of Shikoku.

Ready to take on Japan’s sites and go beyond the usual? Kurashiki's Bikan Historical Quarter is a beautifully preserved Edo-period district, and with a knowledgeable tour guide, you can encounter traditional architecture, willow-lined canals, and charming shops. From historical context, to share stories about the area, it’s time to see the land of the rising sun the right way.

To see a side of Japan not commonly noticed, talk to a local tour guide about peaceful pockets of relaxation like Iya Valley, a rugged setting with high cliffs, vine bridges, and traditional thatched-roof houses waiting to be explored.