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Yamagata Private Tours & Local Tour Guides
Discover Things to Do and Plan a Trip to Yamagata, Japan with a Local Guide
Popular Yamagata Tour Guides
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Mai H.
5.00 / 5
(28 reviews)
Japan
Konnichiwa! I'm Mai, a national licensed tour guide from Sendai. I think of myself as friendly, open minded and considerate. Personally I love traveling. I’ve visited many countries for various reasons, traveled alone, joined volunteer works, studied at a school. I worked in india Kolkata for a year and after that I lived in a small village in India. When I visit a country I always love to meet people there. And it made me realized people who I’ve met make the country more attractive and memorable. So I want to be a guide who can help travelers to have a great time, love this region and make their trip memorable! aside from guiding travelers, I have hosted many travelers at my house,19 countries so far and I have enjoyed cultural exchanges with them. learning ideas and cultures of people from other countries helped me to understand my country deeply. so I'm good at introducing Japan by comparing with other countries and cultures. I'm always love to share my knowledge and personal experiences with my guest. and I'm very curious so I enjoy talking any kind of topics like social issues, international relationships, religion, , history, culture, movies and so on. I look forward to meeting you and hope we have enjoyable time together!!
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Kuniaki S.
4.75 / 5
(4 reviews)
Japan
I've been involved in English education at public junior high school and prefectural board of education for more than 40 years as a teacher, teachers' consultant and a principal.Now retired, I’m very interested in introducing many places of historical interest and scenic beauty in my hometown to international visitors to Japan.My motto in life is ”once-in-a-lifetime encounter”. I'm more than happy to help make your trip the most impressive one. Why don't you get off the beaten track and visit Shinjo and Mogami regions? Shinjo City is now world-famous for its Shinjo Festival, registered by UNESCO as an Intangible World Cultural Heritage, December in 2016. I’m sure that you can definitely enjoy both the festival and the subtle harmony between man and nature in this area.
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Tomio Y.
Japan
Government Licensed tour guide with 9 years experience as a shore excursion guide for cruise ships visiting northern part of Japan such as Aomori, Akita, Iwate, Yamagata, Miyagi and Hokkaido prefecture.
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Hiromi O.
Japan
Hi there, I'm a native of Tsuruoka City in Yamagata Prefecture, Tohoku region. I'm experienced in guiding >Mt. Haguro and Mt. Yudono where you can learn about Shugendo or the syncretism of Shinto and Buddhism in Japan, >Ryusuiji Dainichibo Temple, Honmyoji Temple, Kaikoji Temple where you can witness Sokushinbutsu （Self mummified monks or living Buddha), >Hina doll displays in museums and local traditional houses, >Local food (Bamboo shoot, Edamame beans, pickles etc.) and sake brewery tours, and more. >Stories of Sashiko and Silk, sustainable fabric tour. Enjoy rural experiences available only this area! The guiding area I cover are Tsuruoka City, Sakata City, Shinjo City, Mikawa-machi, Shonai-machi, Yuza-machi. They are northern part of Yamagata Prefecture. <How to get Tsuruoka from Tokyo> By JR, Joetsu Shinkanse from Tokyo to Niigata, then change to express train Inaho from Niigata to Tsuruoka. About 4 hours from JR Tokyo Station. By bus, night buses are available from Shinjuku area and Shibuya area, leaves around 10pm and arrive at Tsuruoka around 6am. Please check the bus company's website for details. By air, ANA operates 5 times a day from Haneda Airport to Shonai Airport.
Popular Yamagata Private Tours
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Exciting Experience Tour in Shinjo (EETS)
Yamagata
8 hours
You can experience three exciting things in this tour. First, you can see Shinjo Festival float ( Intangible World Cultural Heritage), and play the "hayashi" music at the museum, wearing a "happy" coat. Second, you can enjoy a thrilling boatride down the Mogami River, like Matsuo Basho, a haiku poem master from about 400 years ago. Third, you can hike in "Genso-no-mori", Fantasy Forest.
FROM$424/ per group
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Kuniaki S.
4.75 / 5
(4 reviews)
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Hands-on "Snow Experience " Tour
Yamagata
8 hours
This tour is focused on the three wintery activities in the snowbound area of Yamagata. First you can enjoy shoveling the 3-meter-deep snow and digging the stored vegetables (turnips) out of the snow. Second you'd like to cook them with the help of a local cuisine specialist and appreciate the traditional food on the spot. Third we take a breathtaking boatride down the Mogami River.
FROM$424/ per group
Kuniaki S.
4.75 / 5
(4 reviews)
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Visiting Sokushinbutsu, self-mummified monk in TSURUOKA City
Yamagata
6 hours
On this tour, you will witness the real Sokushinbutsu, or Self-Mummified Monk, in Ryusuiji Dainichibo temple, and also visit Yudonosan Shrine which has been worshipped since ancient times. It is said that there are about 17 Sokushinbutsu in Japan, of which 8 are enshrined in Yamagata Prefecture and 4 of them in Tsuruoka City. You will discover a mystical side of Japan by learning what Sokushinbutsu is all about and what is enshrined in Yudonosan Shrine.
FROM$215/ per group
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Hiromi O.
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Samurai Silk and History of Shonai Domain
Yamagata
5 hours
Visit Matsugaoka in Tsuruoka City where all the processes from sericulture to silk product making are still available. Tsuruoka and its surrounding area called Shonai is the one and only area that can provide the whole supply chain of silk products. Learn the history of Samurais who gave up their swords for hoes to plant mulberry trees for the sake of helping the modernization of Japan and also to clear their names after being defeated by the new government centered around the Meiji Emperor.
FROM$326/ per group
Hiromi O.
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Hands-on Exciting and Exploring Tour in Sakata (6.5 Hours)
Yamagata
6 hours 30 min
This tour can give you chances to enjoy both Japanese traditional cultures and modern ones. We can visit a sembei rice cracker firm, rice storehouses, rice museum, Zen-sect Buddhist temple and a maiko teahouse. What makes this tour so special is that you can dive deep into ricce-related Sakata cultures, one of Japan's biggest rice production sites from long ago. You can't miss this amazing and unforgettable tour!
FROM$522/ per group
Kuniaki S.
4.75 / 5
(4 reviews)
Popular Yamagata Private Cars
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☆Yamagata Day Tour with a Private Car
Yamagata
3 hours
Experienced local taxi drivers will cordially show you around the area so that you can visit both must-see and hidden sightseeing spots and enjoy local food.
FROM$207/ per group
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Tr taxi R.
4.85 / 5
(199 reviews)
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☆Yamagata Day Tour with a Private Car
Yamagata
3 hours
Experienced local taxi drivers will cordially show you around the area so that you can visit both must-see and hidden sightseeing spots and enjoy local food.
FROM$236/ per group
Tr taxi R.
4.85 / 5
(199 reviews)
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Yamagata zao ski area to Narita Airport Transfer
Yamagata
6 hours
Depart from Narita airport, and deliver to any ski resort hotel in zao Village. Or, pick you up back to Tokyo Narita Airport. Pick-up and drop-off service at any time
FROM$861/ per group
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Soq J.
4.93 / 5
(14 reviews)
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Yamagata zao ski area to Haneda Airport Transfer
Yamagata
5 hours
Depart from Haneda airport, and deliver to any ski resort hotel in zao Village. Or, pick you up back to Tokyo Haneda Airport. Pick-up and drop-off service at any time
FROM$783/ per group
Soq J.
4.93 / 5
(14 reviews)
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Yamagata Tour Reviews
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Hedj J.
5 / 5
Apr 12, 2024
Evans Party Pick-up at Yamagata Station
Yamagata
1 hour 30 min
Customized
Apr 12, 2024
“Perfect Service”
I am a travel professional that used Kuniaki for VIP clients I had traveling. His service was absolutely perfect. He provided the perfect service. I recommend him and will confirm his services in the future.
Kuniaki S.
(4 reviews)Thank you so much for writing a review for me. The tour was just a short period of time, but I really had the time of my life guiding and helping them carry their baggage. I hope that they felt the same as I did. Why don't you visit Yamagata again and delve into other places of scenic beauty and historical interest? The longer you stay here, the stronger your attachment to Yamagata becomes. I do wish that our paths will definitely cross again in the not-too-distant future. See you around! Pure Water
“Great Service”
I am a travel professional that needed to reserve Soq J. for last minute services for VIP Clients. He provided professional prompt attention to my clients. I definitely recommend him and would use him again in the future.
Soq J.
(14 reviews)Thank you for your recognition and recommendation! I'm glad to have been able to provide professional and prompt service to your VIP clients. Looking forward to assisting you again in the future! SoQ
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“A Wonderful Day”
Mai and I had a great time in the mountains, where we did a hike through Omoshiroyama and then walked to Yamadera and did the temple steps climb. She was super fun to talk to. I would absolutely recommend her.
Yamagata Private Tour Guide
Whether it’s your first time to Yamagata or you are back to discover more, a good tour guide can make all the difference. Enjoy the best of what Yamagata has to offer, without all the fuss of planning everything by yourself!
You can pick your favorite itinerary from the Yamagata tours offered by our local guides, but feel free to ask for customizations based on your preferences. We want to help travelers get the most out of their trips, and we believe a good tour with a local guide is the best way to ensure that.
There is so much to see and do in Yamagata, and the best way to get the most out of your time there is to have a local expert with you. GoWithGuide is committed to delivering unforgettable tour experiences, so let us help you create your next favorite memory.
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