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Makiko K.
Japan
Hello, I'm Makiko. I am a national certified tour guide. I was born in Tokyo and grown up in Fukushima, then return to Tokyo when I was 18. After that, I lived in Tokyo and suburban areas for over 30 years. I am interested in Japanese history and art. I wold be very happy to help or support you to experience our history, local life and culture. I'll be looking forward to seeing you, spending a wonderful time with you. See you soon!
Noriaki K.
Japan
I have been teaching economics and history in a university and senior high schools. I’ve been living in Tokyo for long time with my wife. My kids are already married and independent. My character is generous and open minded. I like watching sports and singing in karaoke with my friends. I'm not so talkative. I don't disturb your own pace. But I can guide you effectively and flexibly in Tokyo.
Daizaburo N.
Japan
Hi ! I am Daizaburo. Please call me Dai-chan (chan is a suffix expressing friendliness). I am a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter living in Shimane and Tokyo. I was born and brought up in Shimane and worked as a teacher of English in highschool for more than 30 years. I have been intersted in tour guides for a long time. I visited many places of interests throughout Japan and above all I was charmed with Tokyo. I am flexible about destinations and can arrange the tour according to your request. I will try hard to make your stay in Japan very special and memorable. Let's explore our beautiful and exciting country together. I'm very friendly and kind, too. For any concerns, please just contact me. I am here to help you! See you soon !
Kazuo I.
4.67 / 5
(6 reviews)
Japan
My name is Kazuo. I am an English license guide. Three years ago,I retired the company I had worked for 33 years, and started English guide job. I have experienced many individual tours, like sightseeing,factory,field trip ,watching sports, and customers from many nations, USA,Canada,UK,Australia,New Zealand,Philippine,Singapore, Poland,Israel,Holland,Malaysia,Indonesia. Before becoming an English guide,I belonged to Tokyo city guide club as volunteer guide for the Japanese. At the club , I specialized in Asakusa,Imperial palace east garden,and Meiji shrine. So, I have much knowledge of Tokyo, I am a specialist of Tokyo guide. I can guide many places in Tokyo and I can arrange your tour depend on your request. Other than Tokyo, I can guide around Tokyo area ,like Kamakura, Yokohama, Omiya bonsai village. My favorite is travel . I have traveled all over Japan by train to visit historical site ＆ scenic beauty. I always enjoy communicating with local people,new people through my travel. I would like to enjoy communicating with foreign tourists through my guide job. I am looking forward to seeing you.
Kaz （和夫）
4.67 / 5
(3 reviews)
Japan
Hi, everyone. I am Kaz. I live in Ehime, which is opposite from Hiroshima across the Seto Inland Sea. There is no Shinkansen bullet train here, but there are many things to see. You will have a relaxed, peaceful time, feeling as if time were passing slowly. And you will find lots of beautiful things. For example, there has been a tradition in people's behavior that they will show their hospitalityby serving tea or cakes to walking pilgrims. There have been many who want to visit the temples belonging to the Shikoku 88 Sacred Places, as a pilgrim. There is also abundance of natural beauty. You can see high mountains extending to the far distance and rivers running through the area. It goes without saying that there is a lot of delicious food. I am looking forward to seeing you. Please come visit Japan, and discover hidden treasure. Thank you.
Hiroki K.
Japan
I am a professional government-licensed tour guide. So far, I have provided private and small group tours for more than 800 guests from about 30 countries in Kyoto and Osaka, where I have spent most of my adult life in the two cities. As a result, I have also been appointed as an inbound hospitality instructor by Japan Tourism Agency. So I believe you will have a fantastic experience. Furthermore, I am also a specialist of tourism in general. I have experienced guide coaching, co-author of several inbound guidebooks, and translator of inbound materials. Especially in Kyoto, I have been in charge of a guide coaching program since 2020. Based on these experiences, I am doing a doctoral research in tourism studies (tourism ethics) in a university. So, I can assure you that you will also be in touch with more profound knowledge and wisdom that you cannot get anywhere else.
Takashi K.
Japan
Hi, I am Takashi Komiya. Please call me Tommy! I am a national licensed tour guide in English which I got in 2014. Since then I attended a volunteer group which is providing tours in Tokyo such as the Imperial Palace East Gardens that used to be Edo castle, Meiji Shrine and Asakusa etc. I was born and grew up in Tokyo and I live in Yokohama near Tokyo now. I work in Tokyo and I used to work in London and New York. I visited many places in Europe and U.S.A. as well as Japan. Therefore, I am sure that I can provide you the most impressive tour in Tokyo. I would be glad to help you to enjoy your stay in Japan. I look forward to seeing you here in Tokyo!!
Tomoko H.
4.50 / 5
(6 reviews)
Japan
Japanese culture are very rich and beautiful. Some looks very simple, but if you know the background of designing and how they were used, you will understand it pretty deep and inspiring. It is my pleasure to help visitors enjoy and understand essence of Japanese culture via two-way communication and experience. Before becoming the guide, I had worked with global companies for more than 30 years and I had always enjoyed discussions with my counterparts in foreign countries. I am certifeid Kimono consultant and the experienced tea master, so you can also enjoyed experiences of wearing Kimono and the Tea ceremony in addition to the tours if you would like.
Hideki M.
4.67 / 5
(9 reviews)
Japan
Hi! My name is Hideki. I am a Certified Tour Guide living in the small town called Samukawa in Kanagawa prefecture south of TOKYO. I am fluent in English and Japanese. I have total 6 years studying and working experience in USA, and visited more than 30 countries during my career. I am very interested in meeting people from different countries and exchanging ideas. I help you discover, 1. Japanese Culture, Nature, Food, and Spirit. 2. Japanese Technologies 3. Japanese Daily Life As your private guide, I arrange the tour according to your interests. Here are some comments from my recent guests. Dear Mori San, We had a really lovely time in Japan and we all absolutely adore Tokyo. You were a fantastic friend in introducing all of us to all of the wonderful things Tokyo has to offer. We will be back!! (from New York, USA) Dear Hideki-san, For a splendid day we could enjoy with you, I like to thank you very much. You lead us with great sensitivity and we learned a lot from you that enriches us also during our continuing travel through Japan. Every shrine and temple we visit, reminds us of your words and teaching. Let us express our high appreciation of you and your guiding us, we would be very pleased to have again the chance of meeting you. (from Germany) There are many interesting and exciting things and places in Japan. Please let me know your plan by Email. I am more than happy to help you realize them. * MBA : Stern, New York University 1993 International student : University of California, San Diego 1975
Tomoko N.
Japan
Hello, there. I'm Tomo from Kochi, Shikoku Island. I work as an office clerk at a dermatology clinic for about 20 years. I'm a first year as tour guide and looking forward to meeting you and showing you around Kochi. email: tomosary@hotmail.com phone number : +81 (0)9037855564 Line ID: 99140613
Eriko N.
4.80 / 5
(30 reviews)
Japan
Hello everyone, Thank you for visiting my page. I am Eriko, a former student traveler, a mother of two adult sons, and an open-minded national licensed tour guide who has lived in Tokyo for almost 30 years. I became interested in English language when I greeted a foreign teacher in English at my primary school for the first time. Then I longed for an expert who could command English like a flight attendant or an English interpreter. History was also intriguing. I therefore majored in Japanese history, minored in English language education, and worked as an English teacher at a high school and a preparatory school. I had lived in Hong Kong for six years, enjoying parenting and cultural exchange. These experiences changed my perspective on Japan and inspired me to learn more about my country and English again so that I could share my knowledge about Japan with my friends. After coming back to Japan, I had served as a Tokyo Metropolitan volunteer tour guide for three years. Since I obtained the national tour guide license, I have delivered many tours in TOKYO, NIKKO, HAKONE, KYOTO, NARA, HIROSHIMA and my hometown area including NAKASENDO. During tours, my clients often give me various and unexpected questions and share a lot of information about their countries, which has broadened my horizons and trained me to be a better guide. I have been grateful to them, and clearly realized this is my favorite and best job blending my childhood dream, interests, and pleasure. There are a lot of things I enjoy such as traveling, meeting with people, appreciating art, photography, doing general things etc. Especially, I like art and traveling based on the itineraries I make on my own. I have explored over 20 countries so far, but experienced countless troubles and wasted traveling time. Local people always helped me, which is still heartwarming and priceless. However, from my experiences, having a tour guide and learning about Japan from them would be fine to make the most of your traveling time, which makes your travel much more colorful and unforgettable. And I'm here to assist you. I am flexible about itineraries and arrange your tour to your preferences. I am very much pleased to make your travel special by sharing my experiences, knowledge, and love of all things Japanese with you. Thank you very much for reading. I hope to see you in my tours!
Takako T.
Japan
I have been attracted with meeting new people. Always both exciting and nervous, though, it brings me something new, like information, differet cultures and ways of thinking. It is full of discoveries. Now I would like to show you something attractive in Japan as a guided interpreter. Personally, I' ve lived in Tokyo for a long time. I'm intersted in the Japanese food cultures, especially "sake." I always think producing sake would be responsible to pass down traditional Japanese cultures to the next generations. Not only food cultures, but the new harmoniously coexists with the old in Tokyo. Shall we experience Japanese unique culture?
Katie T.
4.00 / 5
(1 reviews)
Japan
Dear Travelers ! I'm KAORU. (English name : Katie) I love mountain climbing as you see in my photo and also traveling. Now I'm teaching English at vocational school as a part-time teacher, but used to be a tour guide to take Japanese tourists abroad. Why did I become a national certificated guide ? I'd love to introduce real Japan to you foreign people. I think there are a wide variety of people, customs, places, foods ... in your country. Vice versa in my country ! I'd like you to meet real Japan not only Tokyo or Kyoto but also suburbs and countryside. Please come to visit Japan and see me ! Find different sides of Japan !
Masataka K.
4.67 / 5
(3 reviews)
Japan
I 'm a retired businessman who spent 12 years in the US with a fairly good command of English. I visited over 40 countries so far which has made me quite familiar with most cultures in the world. My experiences and the knowledge about Japanese history are valuable assets when it comes to acting as a guide. I like people and I'm really friendly and attentive. I hope my guests will enjoy Japan and deepen their love for Japan.
Naomi T.
Japan
Hi, I am Naomi. I am a Government Certified Guide Interpreter. I grew up in the Nagoya region and love this area. I used to be a junior high school teacher, but later through travelling in Japan and abroad, meeting new people gave me a lot of opportunities to know their way of life, how they feel their country, which was amazing for me. And I realized that life is beautiful by spending my time talking with new people all over the world. Therefore I would also like you to enjoy various aspects of Japan and feel the joy of travelling in Japan. I am here to guide you. My hobby is learning Japanese tea ceremony and I also like to put on kimono, traditional Japanese clothing. If you take my tour, you will learn about everything that comes into view, get local information and know how to have a tea and so on. I am looking forward to seeing you in and around Nagoya. Thank you.
Yuko S.
4.00 / 5
(1 reviews)
Japan
Hello, I'm Yuko. I've lived in Iwate, northern part of Japan for more than 15 years. Iwate is far from Tokyo and transportation around here is not so convenient, but I love peaceful and wonderful Iwate. I would be happy to help you enjoy your trip without inconvenience. Hiraizumi in Iwate was designated as UNESCO World Heritage site in 2011. It is well-known for Konjiki-do, Golden Hall, but many other things, such as food, nature and culture, must attract you, too. Why don't you gain hands-on experience of deep Iwate? I'm looking forward to seeing you soon!!
Steve M.
4.50 / 5
(2 reviews)
Japan
Hi ! everybody ! Please call me "Steve". It's my great pleasure to guide you Tokyo, Kamakura, anywhere in Japan. I have worked for an electronics company for 35 years traveling over 25 countries . I stayed in Germany for 4 years. I'm a customer-oriented guide, so I will arrange your best plan. Looking forward to seeing you soon.
Michie Y.
Japan
After retiring from 30 years of work as a secretary, I decided to be a tourist guide for the rest of my life. I will be your certified tourist guide in Kamakura. I had been in London as an Au Pair girl for 1 year, and also in Washington State, US to introduce the Japanese culture at elementary schools under a voluntary internship program for eight months. I like the nature and my hobby is horticulture, bonsai, shamisen and Chado (tea ceremony), etc...
Yumi U.
Japan
Hello, I am Yumi. I am so happy and excited to help you make your experience in Japan more enjoyable and wonderful, as I myself love traveling and meeting new culture. As travelling has been one of the most important parts of my life, I have visited 26 countries and 33 prefectures (out of 47) inside Japan. Also, I had lived in Birmingham, UK (1year) and Seoul, South Korea (4 years). A couple of sample itineraries are available as below, but I can arrange you an original personalized tour upon your interests. Kids are very WELCOME! I am also a mother of 5 years old son, and get used to travelling with kids:) -Love to travel, read (mainly novels and non-fictions), write, learn about new culture, go to museums and theaters, eat and drink, meet people, and work! -BA in intercultural communications at Waseda University in Tokyo -MA in Korean Studies at Korea University in Seoul (*all the programs are done in English)
Chieko U.
4.60 / 5
(5 reviews)
Japan
★For the time being, I'm available only for half day tours "3 - 4 hours".★ Hello! My name is Chieko. I'm a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter. I worked for a travel agency for five years. I made itineraries for many tours and also worked as a tour conductor. I've traveled more than 20 countries and visited all 47 prefectures in Japan. I'd like to show you our beautiful and energetic country. I am looking forward to seeing you soon! ★Please check my latest availability through message before making a reservation. Thank you.
Ike S.
Japan
I am Ike and an English Certified Tour Guide. I have worked for multinational companies for more than 20 years and retired two years ago. I made many private and business travels to the most of prefectures in Japan as well as many overseas counties in North and South America, Europe, and Asia Pacific regions. My hobby is outdoor activities like bicycling, trekking, skiing and snorkeling. I would like to guide you to attractive places where you can surely discover beauties in Japanese natures and unique but interesting stories in local life styles.
Hisao K.
Japan
Hi I'm Hisao! I'm a Japanese native that lived in Ann Arbor Michigan for 2 years when I was an MBA student at University of Michigan. I worked as an IT engineer for several IT companies including IBM and Oracle. I am a big fan of horse racing so I visited handful of racetracks all over the world. My favorite racetracks are: Meydan, UAE, surreal racetrack the best race course if you stay at Meydan hotel Keenland, USA, you can enjoy farm tours nearby Saratoga, USA, mid-summer derby day is fabulous! Tokyo(Fuchu) racecourse where Japan Derby is held in every June Nakayama where Satsuki-sho, first leg of triple crown races, is held Horse racing is always a center of my life and I want you to experience Japanese horse racing and racetracks. I bet you can enjoy special atmosphere and enthusiasm there if you are global racetrack-goer! For your convenience, I will accommodate transport between your hotel and racetrack so we can enjoy conversation and please ask anything you are interested. As a licensed guide and an MBA holder, I can provide you with really prudent ideas and thoughts. I look forward to seeing you and showing you the best destination for racetrack-goers!
Hideki Y.
Japan
I have experienced over 90 Kyoto tours of about 200 guests from 17 nations, including UK, USA, Canada, Mexico, France, Germany, Italy, Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Thailand. I graduated from the University of Kyoto and majored in International Relations at Boston University, USA.
Naoki H.
4.93 / 5
(15 reviews)
Japan