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Hellow everyone!
I was born at a small beautiful greenery town in NAGANO prefecture(in the middle of Japan),growing up in OSAKA, now I am living at YOKOHAMA city(harbor city just 20kilimeter from TOKYO) with partly-working at HENEDA airport. Since I was young, I like very much to make my own planned trip all over Japan with chatting with local people, and I had more than nine years experiences stationed at foreign countories,BEIJING, TAIBEI,SINGAPORE and MOSCOW.
Currently I have been starting to do guiding for foreign tourists in English & Chinese language mainly for the Kanto area like TOKYO, YOKOHAMA, HAKONE, KAMAKURA, KAWAGOE,KAWASAKI etc. Whatever you have any desires(cuisine,shopping,valiable experience etc) for your attractive Japan trip, I have confidence to try my best to offer my ceative trip proposal within your budget.
I really happy to be with you to show the NEW&OLD unique to Japan at each spot.
Please let me show you some examples of itinerary as below(you can choose some of them as you like):
1.TOKYO) TSUKIJI FISH MARKET, SENSOJI-temple, MEIJI-shrine,fashion town-OMOTESANDO/HARAJUKU,IMPERIAL-PALACE, NIHONBASHI-with many long established shops more than 100 years,ODAIBA with most advanced echnology& enjpyable play town site.
2.YOKOHAMA) a beautiful havbor view site, SANKEIEN-garden, Ramen noodle museum, China town etc. If you are interested in the famous Japanese painter's open-air-second-house, I show you it only at 1st Saturday of every month.
3.KAMAKURA)Great Budda statue,HOKOKUJI-temple with green tea ceremony experience, to enjoy octopus-rice-cracker getting on ENODEN-local locomotive train/
4.KAWAGOE) you can time slip to this small EDO town of existed 300 years before.
5.HAKONE)Let's experience the active volcano with eating hot spring made boiled-egg, enjoy lake-cruising, sculpture museum& traditional Shinto-shrine of Edo era and view Mt. Fuji, if we are lucky.
6.Special trip)this is my special arragement three months before offered by Japan big companies's SCR activity,like beer factory, auto mobile factory,dumpling factory etc ,pleae contact me three months before.
7.NIKKO) TOSHOUGU-shrine
8.KAWASAKI) If you disembark at DAIKOKU PIRE from cruising, I can show you the Japanese open-air fork houses with experience of dying clothes etc.
您们好!出生在長野县成長在大阪, 住在横滨,工作在東京羽田机场的日本人。
我,從小就很喜欢(❤ ω ❤)旅行跟各种各样的人说活。還有欣賞” 能乐”演出追求日本傳統文化的深奥,因此也深入研究做出”能乐”用的面具。在大学主修中文之后,進入社會已累績了三十多年的工作经验。 曾被派駐過中国北京,台灣,新加坡,俄国等國家受到各個國家朋友們的大力幫助。
现在,我,趁着2020年將舉辦東京夏季奧運會的機會,為各個国家的朋友們用中文和英文介绍一东京,横濱,镰仓,箱根,川越,川崎为主的关东地方。
例如,1,東京筑地市场,东京最古老的神社/浅草寺,东京最大的明治神宫,时装圣地的原宿/表参道,日本象征的天皇起居的皇居/原来的江户城堡,有很多老字号店铺的日本橋,有科学方面尖端技术的台场等地。2,明治维新后发达的离东京半个小时到达的横滨未来港口城市包括三溪园日本传统的庭园,在日本唯一独二的新横滨的拉面博物馆。 3,高为12米大佛的鎌倉,可享受在竹林里喝抹茶的报国寺,同时一起乘坐“江之电车”欣赏海边风景而吃到“章鱼仙贝”吧! 4.被叫做“小江户”的川越。 5,用一天的时间来去看富士山,箱根神社,泸之湖,大涌谷,6,最近我开始安排日本大企业所做的社会贡献活动‘参观工厂’,相信参观工厂也是对各位很有意思的体验,请在3个月以前跟我联络。
非常期待能取得与您的進一步联系,共同探索日本深奧的文化,精緻的藝術及分明的四季之美。
Toichi N.
I'm Toichi. Please call me Ichi, which means No.1 in Japanese. Or you can remember it as 'itchy' Ichi.
Born and bred in Osaka, I would like to introduce you to this extremely diverse and interesting city.
I have travelled extensively around the globe, and I think one of the greatest pleasure of travelling abroad is meeting people who have different ways of lifestyle and thinking. Japan may not be an easy place for tourists to get to know its people. So, I hope to help you to get closer to meet real Japan and Japanese people.
I would like to show you how ordinary Japanese people live and think. And I am happy if you could have a day of unique cultural experiences which you can look back to in ten years' time!
Yoshiharu S.
Hello, everyone! I am Yoshiharu, a national certified tour guide. Fukuoka is my birthplace, so I have a close attachment to this region. Though you may not be familiar with the name of Fukuoka, I assure you that Fukuoka will provide new discovery and pleasure to your stay in Japan.
I have a passion to introduce my country and regions from many points of views. Japan is a country which offers original culture and history. On the other hand, Japan has another attractiveness represented by advanced toilets with many functions, hotels with robot receptionists and so on.
The co-existing society with the image of old Japan and the present Japan with high technology definitely make Japan a more attractive place.
Not only take you to sightseeing spots and give you some explanations, but also I will help you to learn much more deeply about Japan and Japanese people, their way of thinking and lifestyle.
In Addition to the tour guide license, I have received the qualification of international kikisake-shi,.sake sommelier.
I will do my best to make your stay in Japan more memorable in a fun way. Let’s go out for new adventures together!
(NOTE)
I am not a land operator. It means that I don't make reservations for vans, buses, accommodations and other things for you except I think it is indispensable for me.
I can give you some advice but, for example, if you want to charter a van for your travel, please contact taxi companies and make a reservation by yourselves.
If you have difficulties doing it that way, please contact GoWithGuide or land operators in Japan and your country.
Thank you for your understanding.
Ana I.
Hello everyone!
My name is Ana. I am an experienced tour conductor who guides clients throughout Japan. I am Romanian and have been living in Japan for over 10 years.
I am versed in creating customized on-the-budget one-day and half-day tours for solo travelers, families, or groups.
Please allow me to show you the natural beauty, traditions, history and amazing food of KYOTO and NARA.
Feel free to contact me for a standard package OR a customized trip. I will put my best effort into meeting your needs and creating an amazing journey.
WELCOME TO JAPAN!
Keiko U.
Hi! I'm Keiko.
I was born in Osaka,raised in Nara, and now live in Kyoto, each of which is a lovely place.
I love cooking, travelling, eating, and meeting lots of people, which led me my current job as a tour guide and a cooking instructor here in Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan.
I'd like to show you the charms of Kyoto; the world heritage sites, nice spots good for social media, nice foods, hidden gems off the beaten track with the story of Japanese culture and history.
And I'd also like to assist you to make a lovely day through my Japanese cooking experience class.
Additionally, I love children and of course, respect the elderly.
The kids usually take to me right away!
I'd like to assist every member of your multi-generation family touring in Kyoto by my suggestions.
I look forward to welcoming you. See you soon!
Tohru S.
Welcome to Kyoto! My name's Tohru. Please call me Toh-ru or Toh-ru-san. I am a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter. I was born and grew up in Kyoto, so I'm very familiar with many sightseeing spots and attractions in Kyoto. If you would like to enjoy walking around Kyoto in YUKATA or KIMONO, I'll be happy to prepare it for you in advance.
Kyoto is a fascinating and picturesque city visited by lots of foreign tourists every year. I can offer you unique experiences in this beautiful city, which can include visits to traditional Japanese gardens, ancient temples and shrines designated as world heritage sites, authentic Japanese cultural experiences such as exploring the traditional townhouse called MACHIYA, the food market called NISHIKI, shopping arcades and fantastic museums. With a flexible approach, I can help you personalize your agenda.
When you have a chance to visit Kyoto, please contact me anytime and anywhere!
I'll be looking forward to seeing you and spending wonderful time with you.
See you soon!
Certified as
- National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter
- Itinerary Control Manager
- Kyoto Expert Certification 2nd grade
Yumi U.
Hi! I’m Yumi, National Licensed Guide.
Japan has so many charms, must-see spots & must-eat dishes.
Let’s enjoy those with me as you’ve got a local friend. Feel free to contact me to plan your own trip
Golden age guests, family with kids are highly welcomed!
Big cities like Tokyo or Kyoto is wonderful as you know, but the local places like my location is also nice. Reasonable prices, easy to book hotels, not so crowded, etc.
When you travel between Tokyo and Kyoto, why don’t you stop by at Nagoya?
★Let's enjoy something local while you stay in Japan!
I mainly do walking tour using public transportations. Let me know your preferences to make your original itinerary.
I am available for not only for day tour but also evening tour to visit where locals gather and enjoy food and sake at local bars and cozy restaurants.
Shogo K.
Hi! I'm Shogo, National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter in English. "Shogo"? Looks a little bit hard to pronounce. So if you are interested in Samurai or Busho, call me "Shogun". (rather humble and hen-pecked at home, though.:)
Just a little bit information about myself. I was born and grew up in Himeji, about 50km west of Kobe. When a child I quite often visited world-famous Himeji Castle. So it's like "MY castle." As a student, I lived in Kyoto for four years. I'm a father of three, and have lived in Kobe with my family for over 30 years.
So I'm quite familiar with various tourist spots/attractions in Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Himeji, Kobe and the like, all in western Japan. Also I've lived in Lawrence, Kansas, for two years in my 20s as a Jayhawk. Great old memory!:)
Here are some of my specialties.
First, I can show you around popular historical sites and relics in Kyoto, Nara, Osaka and Himeji. You'll surely feel the depth of Japanese culture by visiting these places. Second, I can offer you special tours of fancy sake breweries in Kobe, Nara and Kyoto. Third, I also guide you around Hiroshima, including magnificent Itsukushima Shrine.
My goal/dream as guide interpreter is to help you explore and understand Japan and its culture with warm hospitality or Omotenashi. So please reach out to me any time, 24/7. For your super memorable trip, "Always with YOU" Shogo!:)
Kaori M.
Hello,My name is Kaori,I am active communication with everyone.
I am able to speak English, however my speaking level is pre-intermediate (LSI at Auckland,NZ).No problem daily communication.
I have knowledge some Tokyo sightseeing spot,If you are select me for your tour guide that I always using local train and go to somewhere!!
Finally,I studying Travel Industry,in the future I want to start my travel company Thank you for coming my profile!!Enjoy your travel!
Miki K.
Hello! I’m Miki, a government licensed tour guide interpreter, who has already provided more than 200 tours. I am a very friendly and reliable person. I enjoy my job and love meeting people. I can customize tours according to your interests. I hope to meet you soon!
Yukiko K.
My name is Yukiko . I have a national license for a tour guide in English. I live in Tokyo on weekdays and go back to my house in Kamakura on weekend. I like both cities.
Tokyo is one of the most exciting cities in the world. Kamakura is a traditional city with history and nature. I like communicating with people.
My family and I had homestay students from all over the world and my children call me "mother of the world." I like learning foreign languages. I speak a little German and I learned a little Italian last year. I also have a license for teaching Japanese to foreigners as a second language. It would be a great pleasure for me to make your trip to Japan more valuable and impressive through my explanation of Japanese culture and history,
I am looking forward to seeing you.
Shinichiro H.
Hello, I’m Shin, a national Certified Guide Interpreter in English, as well as an experienced professional tour guide for Japanese tourists of one of the biggest travel agencies in Japan.
It'll be my pleasure to help you to make your own tour of your own interests and good experiences in Japan. I have many experiences of guiding corporate and business executives from abroad to the sightseeing spots of their interests.
I also have a license for nursing care. If you have any concerns or anxiety about moving by using the stick or the wheelchair in the tour, I’ll be happy to support you.
I hope you enjoy the trip to Japan.
Takako T.
Hello! I am Takako Takata. I was born in Kyoto and grew up in other several districts in Japan
where I was attracted by each place's feature. I started the tour guiding in 2009 in which I introduce interesting and unique spots to tourists. I love to share the marvelous time and moment with people through tours. In Japanese, we have a wonderful phrase expressing such moment and we call it "Ichigo Ichie". It means we have to treasure every encounter, a once-in-
a-lifetime-encounter that is , as it may not recur again. This word came from the spirit of tea ceremony. Anyway, let us enjoy extraordinary tours in Tokyo together, shall we ?
Alex O.
Hi there! I’m Alex Before ending up in Japan, many years back, I had a nomad life across several Asian countries for many years as well. I spent most of that time in India, where among other activities I had my first experiences as a tour guide. There I also met my wife, and when the relationship got more serious we decided to settle down and have a more stable life, we chose Japan where she is from. Since then I had many personal experiences in this country in different fields such as human relations, jobs in different sectors, trips, bizarre situations, etc, experiences that I always like to share, together with some knowledge about aspects of the culture that I studied for years, just for the sake of getting knowledge without thinking that I would do this activity later on. By the way, I appreciate a lot the human factor, and besides having a responsibility I enjoy a lot just meeting and being with new people. In other words; I love this job, I love the culture I show, and I love human communication in itself. Let’s meet and spend time together so I can show you the best of this city, the cultural capital of Japan.
Haruo T.
I live in Yokohama, Kanagawa prefecture. I have a license to teach in high schools and was admitted to the degree of Master of Arts in Teaching English as a Second Language in the University of Birmingham. Until 2015 I had been teaching English at public high schools in Kanagawa for 37 years. During that time, I had some experience of guiding students from overseas through sister-school relationship around Tokyo and Kanagawa. Therefore, I had good command of English with the TOEIC score of 935.
As for a tour guide experience I earned the certificate of National Government Licensed Guide-Interpreter in English and since then I have guided tourists to the popular sites around Tokyo, Yokohama, Kamakura and Yokosuka. My guiding focuses on introducing not only Japanese historical and cultural backgrounds but also giving tourists some tips to travel Japan only by themselves, such as how to use trains and subways, find good restaurants, reserve tickets, buy survenier, and speak basic Japanese. In addition, my tour includes opportunities to experience Japanese culture like Zen meditation, ninja performance, visiting anime's location sites based on tourists' request. Besides, by means of my hobbies of writing English Haiku and Waka (traditional Japanese poems) and performing Rakugo (traditional Japanese funny story telling) in English, I can surely entertain tourists during the tour.
My moto as a tour guide is let the tourists have a once-in-a-lifetime experience in Japan with my profound, intelligible and interestiog guiding.
Fumiko I.
Hello! I'm Fumiko, a licensed national tourist guide. I love Japanese culture such as Japanese way of arranging flowers, calligraphy, origami or folding paper, and wearing yukata. If you would like to experience these kinds of things Japanese, I can arrange for you. I'm good on Japanese history, too. I'd like to show you around Tokyo and other places with their historical backgrouds, if you like. As I had worked for a travel agency for a long time, I can help you travel smoothly and I'd like to meet your request as much as possible.
I often guide Asakusa, Ueno, East Garden of Imperial Palace, Tsukiji, Ryogoku, Yanesen, Meiji Jingu , Harajuku and so on.
Tetsuya T.
Hello, Everyone. I am a National Licensed Guide Interpreter for English. It is my pleasure of introducing what I am doing as the guide to you. I can offer the following services through my career and experience:
a) Tour Guide - Nagoya, Takayama, Ise, Nara and Kyoto areas.
b) Plant Tour Guide - Metal, Casting, Automobile, Chemical and Machinery
c) Interpreter for Business and Basic Engineering Meetings
d) Bicycle or Mountaineering Guide Tour
I am 67 years old now but quite healthy. I love bicycle ride and go on cycling for 40-100 km/day every weekend. That is why I have included bicycle ride tour in the above selections. As the guide, I would like you to get clear picture or image about Japanese history and culture in your mind. So, to achieve this purpose, I sometimes use iPad to explain more in details depending on area. So, please try to use me as the guide and have good experience while you are in Japan.
Tsutomu H.
Hi, I am Tsutomu - please call me Tom !. I am Japan’s Government Certified English Tour Guide. Living in downtown Tokyo, my guiding expertise is all over Tokyo, including but not limited to Ueno, Asakusa, Ryogoku, Akihabara, Imperial Palace, Harajuku and Ginza area. I love to show you the contrast in Tokyo from the old temple of Asakusa to the world's tallest futuristic tower of Sky Tree and Akihabara sub-culture. Other than Metropolitan Tokyo, I can guide you in Yokohama, Kamakura, Mt. Fuji, Hakone and Nikko. My goal is to give you the best of my 64 years knowledge and experience of Japan. My English is fluent at the native level as I have studied, lived and worked in the United States, Hong Kong and Singapore for many years. I do look forward to sharing my extensive knowledge of Japan with you. I will try my very best to make your Japan experience enjoyable and memorable with great hospitality. See you soon !!
William S.
Life is short . Play hard, work hard, it’s always my way of life.
Thank you for checking my profile page. I will open your mind to Japan's real & authentic image through my tours, which can include hiking, skiing, diving, horse racing once you request me to arrange a customized tour. Night walk, tea ceremony class, fishing, museum visit... anything you want to do, I'm happy to arrange. I will do my best. Let’s go!
Kyohei Y.
Hi, Thank you for visiting my page!
I am Kyohei. I was born and raised in Takayama, and learned English in Canada.
Due to its seclusion from other cities, Takayama has developed a unique culture and history, and its residents have lived here for a long time relying on the region's abundant mountain and natural resources.
I am looking forward to sharing the true Hida Takayama that can only be conveyed by a local resident.
Thank you!
Yaron P.
Adventures lover, Living with my Japanese wife and kids in the Amazing KAGOSHIMA prefecture for 19 years. Experienced Guide since 2017. I'll guide you as we walking, hiking or biking to the most interesting power spots that some of them knows only to us the locals.
Tomoko K.
Hello, my name is Tomoko Koizumi, call me Moko. I was a cabin attendant before and now I am teaching English to adults. I have been a national licensed tour guide for 11years. I have guided in Tokyo, Kamakura, Hakone, Takayama, Kanazawa, Nikko, Mt. Fuji and so on. I also hold Sushi making and eating lessons at my house. My house is located in Chiba between Narita airport and Tokyo. I will pick you up at Narita airport and take you to my house and you will make sushi and taste them at a usual Japanese house. I'm sure it will be a fantastic experience in Japan. If you prefer the sushi lesson in Tokyo. You can do it in the center of Tokyo. I am looking forwared to hearing from you! Moko
Jorge S.
Originally born in Mexico City, where I spent the first eight years of my life, I grew up in Montreal, Canada, for 22 years. Fascinated by Japanese popular culture and history—I have a minor in Japanese history and am a history buff—I participated in the JET Program Canada, where I was placed in Shirakawa-go for three years as an ALT. Currently, I live in Kanazawa with my Japanese wife and son.
As a tour guide in Kanazawa, I specialize in history, hidden gems, culture, shopping (especially Japanese popular culture products), and food. I strive to provide an excellent customer experience. Fluent in English (Native), French (Native), Spanish (Native), and a good grasping of Japanese. I can communicate effectively with a diverse range of guests. Thanks to my North American background and my extensive experience living in Japan, I offer explanations that are easy to understand for Western guests, enriching their understanding of Japan as a vibrant and unique living space. Additionally, I am currently studying to become an official National guide in Japan, further enhancing my expertise and ability to provide exceptional tours.
Masatoshi Y.
I am familiar with Japanese history. With a deep understanding of Japan's rich and fascinating past, I bring history to life with captivating stories and insights. I am also interested in Buddhism. Knowledgeable in Buddhist traditions and teachings, I can provide a thorough understanding of this influential aspect of Japanese culture. As a Zen enthusiast, I can guide you through a serene and authentic Zen meditation experience, enhancing your spiritual journey.
On the other hand, I love ramen, and I can introduce you to some of the best soba and ramen restaurants, ensuring you enjoy the most delicious and authentic flavors Japan has to offer.
Join me for an unforgettable journey through Japan's historical and spiritual landmarks, accompanied by delightful culinary experiences!
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