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Maricel E.

Hello, my name is Maricel. I'm from the Philippines and I've been living in Kyoto Japan for 17 years now. I am an experienced Kyoto tour guide with a deep passion for showcasing the city’s rich cultural heritage and history and landmarks. I am dedicated to providing engaging and informative guided tours tailored to the interests and preferences of each visitor. Committed to creating unforgettable experiences that capture the essence of Kyoto’s tranquility and beauty, I am looking forward to guiding you while you are here.

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Aya N.

Hi! I'm Aya, now based in Sapporo area (from June 2026)! After growing up in Hokkaido, I graduated from college in New York and have lived in seven cities across three countries. These experiences allow me to connect with people from diverse backgrounds while sharing Japan through both a local and international perspective. I love sharing the side of Japan that many visitors never get to see, from local culture and everyday life to hidden food spots and the stories behind them. Over the years, I have guided amazing guests from the east to the west, especially in Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto and now in Hokkaido. I especially attract food enthusiasts and culturally curious luxury people looking for hidden gems, local flavors, and unique experiences that you can’t find online. My guests tell me that spending time with me feels more like exploring with a knowledgeable local friend, and they ask me to be a guide for their next trip too. Whether you are interested in food, nature, culture, art, music, or simply experiencing Japan from a local perspective, I tailor each experience to your interests, mood, personality, and life experience! About me: I'm a huge foodie who also loves cooking and baking. I'm also a coffee and wine lover, play the piano, practice Japanese archery (Kyudo), and enjoy horse riding. I’m naturally curious and love learning from people from different backgrounds, cultures, and walks of life. P.S. I've lived in Vancouver Canada, Upstate New York, New York City USA, Tokyo, Osaka, and Sapporo area in Hokkaido Japan :)

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Rieko T.

Hi, I am Rieko, you can call me Ricky. I am a National licensed English speaking tour guide. I was born in Yokohama, the neighboring city of Tokyo, and have lived there for a long time. So, I know a lot about Tokyo and the surrounding cities, such as Yokohama, Kamakura, Hakone, and Nikko. My favorite things to do are traveling and talking with people. I have traveled more than 30 countries in the world and talked with a lot of people worldwide. And it is fun to host people from all over the world. Cooking and eating are also one of my favorite things to do. Japan has a unique and a great food culture, and it is a great pleasure if I can introduce you various kinds of food you have never eaten before, and help you enjoy your stay in Japan. I have a lot of recommended destinations, yet flexible about them. I can make your own plan according to your requests. Let's enjoy a tour in Japan with me! I am really looking forward to meeting you! See you soon.

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Hiroyo A.

Hello, I’m Hiroyo. I was born and brought up in Shizuoka. After living in Tokyo and in England, eventually I came back to Shizuoka. It is really a good place to live. I have been interested in Japanese traditional culture. I used to be in a Kendo(Japanese fencing) club and a Japanese flower arrangement club when I was a student. I got a degree of Sho-dan(first-dan) in Kendo, and a diploma in follower arrangement. I also got a certificate as a Japanese tea instructor. It would be my great pleasure to help you find out more about Japanese culture. Shizuoka is a lovely place to visit. It has many historical sites, traditional culture, abundant nature and a wide variety of local specialties including green tea, wasabi, many kinds of fruits and sea food fresh from the sea! You will be sure to enjoy them. Hope to see you here in Shizuoka!

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Michiyo N.

¡Hola! Soy MICHI, una fotógrafa amante de los viajes que habla español. Nací en Saitama, al oeste de Tokio, y crecí rodeada de naturaleza. Desde pequeña, me han interesado los países extranjero y me encanta explorar lugares hermosos y ciudades emocionantes. Estudié inglés en la universidad y me gradué en Literatura Inglesa. Trabajé en una empresa en el departamento de ventas internacionales utilizando inglés, pero decidí dejar el trabajo porque quería ver más del mundo. Viví un año en Seattle, Estados Unidos, donde descubrí el encanto del español hablado por personas de origen hispano. Me fascinaba el sonido de la lengua española. Al regresar a Japón, obtuve la certificación como profesora de japonés y me mudé a México, un país donde siempre había soñado hablar español. Trabajé como profesora de japonés y, fascinada por la belleza del paisaje mexicano, comencé a tomar fotografías. Finalmente viví allí durante casi 10 años. De nuevo en Japón, después de mi larga estancia en el extranjero, me di cuenta de la belleza de mi propio país y obtuve la certificación como guía turística para presentar Japón a los visitantes extranjeros. Mientras recorría todo Japón, tomé muchas fotos de paisajes (Algunas de las cuales exhibí en mi primera exposición en Tokio este verano, con gran éxito). Hace 6 años, decidí emprender y convertir mi pasión en mi trabajo. Durante la pandemia, con el aumento de emprendedores, perfeccioné mis habilidades como fotógrafa y he tomado más de 500 retratos. Después de la pandemia, he estado guiando y fotografiando a viajeros de habla hispana en Japón. Espero seguir capturando maravillosos recuerdos en Japón a través de mis fotografías. Estoy especialmente emocionada de compartir la belleza de Japón con visitantes de habla hispana. ¡Nos vemos en Japón!

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Tac K.

I was borne and raised in Fukuoka. I'm retired last year, and now slowly enjoying life. Before retireing, I work for IT related services for over 4 decades. My job roles were programmer, System Engineer, IT department Manager and IT project manager, additionally Internal Auditor. But, I feel it's a long time ago. I'm not a sporty person. I prefer reading books(Manga & novels) and listening music. Especially, I like Taiyou Matsumoto's commic & Tatsurou Yamashita's pop music. I also like outdoor activities like camping, jogging and chairing. Especially, enjoyning chairing. (Taking a folding chair and walk to the beach, which is 15 minutes away, and just relax.) I want to communicate with many people through the Japan as it is.

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Kuniaki T.

Welcome to Japan! Hi, I'm Kuni. I'm a rapper & youtuber in japan. If you want to discover local japan where japanese people go, leave it up to me. If you are tired of tourist spots and like to see the real life of people in Japan, I can show you my friends usually go. There are delicious foods , deep places, interesting people that only we know! I live in a very big share house which has about 200 rooms with people from all over the world. I plan a lots of japanese event for my share house friend like "Roof Top Hanabi(Fire works)", "Nagashi-Somen(floating noodles)","Natsu matsuri(japanese summer festival)","Takoyaki Party" and so on... So trust me on my planning skills! If you want to share your japanese memories on SNS, I know tons of good places that I can show you. I've lived in USA when I was little so there won't be any problem with my English. Thank you for reading my profile, see you soon! *Right now, I am only doing Bar Hopping Tours. Thank you.

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Yoshiyuki Y.

I was born and raised in Hiroshima, and I have been guiding visitors for more than ten years. For the past three years, I have been a professional guide, and I have conducted over 200 paid tours. My specialties are guiding visitors around the Peace Memorial Museum, the Peace Park, and Miyajima Island. I also enjoy introducing people to Saijo, which is famous for its sake breweries. Thanks to my long experience, I am able not only to explain the exhibits and monuments, but also to share the deeper stories behind them. Many of my guests have told me they especially appreciated this. As a second-generation atomic bomb survivor, I feel a strong responsibility to pass on the stories of Hiroshima to people from around the world. At the same time, I want my guests to enjoy the beauty and hospitality of this city. I look forward to guiding you and creating memorable experiences together. Thank you very much

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Kei H.

Hi, I'm KEI! Your friendly local guide ready to show you the real Japan. With expertise in Oita area (Beppu, Yufuin etc), I'm passionate about guiding my guests around various aspects from commonly known attractions to off-the-beaten tracks, those in the know, know places. I've been working in tourism for years and love sharing my passion for this beautiful country with visitors. From bustling cities to hidden gems, I'll create a personalized itinerary that suits your interests. Whether you're a foodie, history buff, or nature lover, I can help you experience the best of Japan. Let's create unforgettable memories together!

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Dmitrijs B.

I have lived in Japan for 12 years so far, including 7 years in Tokyo and 5 years in Kamakura. I know these two places very well and would be glad to share my knowledge of Japanese history and culture with you. I speak four languages, including Japanese, and I enjoy meeting new people. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or requests. P.S. English is not my native language. I received a TOEFL iBT score of 108 many years ago, which corresponds to the advanced C1 level. However, there may still be some accent or occasional vocabulary slips. I appreciate your understanding :)

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Sara E.

"Chuuganabira" or "Hello" as we say here in Shuri! I'm Sara. My mother is Japanese from Nagasaki and my father is American from Pennsylvania. I spent my formative years between Japan and the U.S. giving me a naturally bicultural outlook and global sensibility. I am a hospitality professional with over 35 years of experience in Japan’s international hotel and tourism industries having held senior positions with world-renowned hotels. I've welcomed distinguished guests - from artists and actors and political leaders and celebrity chefs. I have also worked as a simultaneous interpreter for major Japanese organizations supporting large scale cultural and international events. I relocated from Tokyo to Naha in 2003 because I totally fell in love with this beautiful port city during my travels - the warm friendly people, delicious local food, rich history and culture and most of all the breathtaking turquoise ocean and magnificent blue sky. My passion is making people happy through "omotenashi" - the Japanese art of polite, thoughtful and respectful hospitality. I specialize in Shuri Castle tours and have insider access to Shuri Castle through my onsite research, membership in the Shuri Castle Friendship Association and a close relationship with both the castle's staff and the Okinawa Churashima Foundation which operates the castle. I also have deep ties with the descendants of the Sho royal family, offering rare insights into the history and culture of the Ryukyu Kingdom. I am looking forward to introducing you to the royal, majestic and fascinating world of Shuri!

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Ki M.

Hi! I’m Ki — your overly excited, always-curious, and sometimes accidentally funny Japan guide. I guide in Kanagawa, Yokohama, and Tokyo. I’m not just a guide — I’m also a photographer and video creator, which means two things: 1. You’ll get great photos of your trip, 2. And I’ll probably say “Wait! The light here is amazing!” at least three times a day. I guide in English, Japanese, and Chinese, so whether you’re asking “Where should we eat?”, “这是什么？”, or “どう行けばいいですか？” — I’ve got you covered! My tours are friendly, relaxed, and full of little surprises. I love showing travelers not only the famous spots, but also the cozy corners and hidden gems that make Japan special. Families, couples, solo travelers… everyone is welcome! I’m naturally optimistic, always smiling, and I truly believe the best part of any trip is the fun we don’t plan. My goal is simple: Make your day in Japan easy, fun, and memorable — with lots of laughter along the way. If you want a cheerful, flexible guide who can translate your cravings into real food, help you navigate the trains, and take great photos of you — I’m here! Let’s explore Japan together — one snack, one photo, and one “Ooh that’s cute!” at a time.

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Ryuichi I.

Hello guests. We most welcome you to Japan. I have been serving foreigners at the international hotel for many years. Just a simple word "Thank you" from a guest is the best gift and a wonderful moment. I would like you to introduce the real, local Japan as a guide. I will be offering wellness-focused tourism, a future tourism style that I learned about at university. Let's enjoy local Japan together! I can not wait to meet you.

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Mark T.

I am fascinated by the rich history and culture of the city of Nagasaki and the surrounding area and I take great pleasure in introducing people to what is one of the most unique locations in the world. It is a place of dreams, ambitions, tragedies, resilience and physical beauty. As a resident of Nagasaki for over 40 years and a professor at a university, I have had decades of experience guiding foreign guests around the city and other locations near the city. I have also guided my Japanese students on cultural trips to the U.S., Canada and the U.K. around 20 times. In addition, I have decades of experience conducting courses and lectures on Nagasaki history, Japanese society, Japanese history and contemporary Japanese literature. Although I greatly enjoy encouraging learning and experiences on others, I also thrive on continuing to learn more and every tour is a rewarding experience for me as well.

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裕治

我是华人，从出生以后一直住在日本。最近我取得了翻译导游的批准，所以给你们介绍一下鲜为人知的好地方跟美食的餐馆等等。(还有随行买土产品)

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Sayori H.

Hello, I can show you the real Japan. You can taste, see and feel the country. I'd like to show the beautiful culture for you to experience. I can organize the day tour from Shimizu port for Cruise customers. Tea ceremony, strawberry picking experience, anything you are interested, I would love to help you plan your tour. I can communicate in both English and Japanese. I look forward to welcoming people from different parts of the world. Thank you

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Hiroyuki H.

I'm Hiroyuki. I was born in Osaka, central city in western Japan, and when I was college student, lived in Kyoto, previous capital of Japan, and now live in Tokyo, current capital. I have worked for a global company for about 30 years. Working with international members gave me the opportunity to communicate with people with different cultures, and sometimes the opportunity to guide the spots of interest to them. I found it interesting to show Japanese interesting spots to the guests, such as the wonderful things, strange things, mysterious things, marvelous things. For the past few years, I tried to improve ability to communicate with people from abroad. Recently, Japanese history intrigued me. I’m really into finding historical places, local favorites, and unique systems in Japan. In the tour pages, I am introducing tours in Tokyo and tours in Kyoto and Osaka. I include the orthodox sightseeing places. However, you could also specify some unique local places. Information about local spots and local foods such as Ramen, Udon would be interesting to you. Please contact me and let’s talk about your itinerary specially made to order. I’m looking forward to hearing from you and to seeing you in Japan.

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Manabu M.

Hi there! I'm Manabu , your personal guide ready to unveil the enchanting wonders of Japan through thoughtfully crafted tours suitable for travelers of all ages. I am a 58 years old friendly guy living in Fukuoka city. I grew up in Saitama prefecture, next to Tokyo and worked in Tokyo almost over 20 years and Also worked in Osaka for 6 years, other than that I lived in Nagoya for 5 years and I have been around many major cities in Japan. But I assure you Hakata is the best place in Japan to visit and live, since you can visit Kyushu everywhere with stay in Fukuoka as hub and visit Nagasaki, Miyazaki, Oita , or Kagoshima , all of them are wonderful attractive places. Kyushu is actually the origin of Japan in Japanese mythology, which generated the Japanese Shintoism in Takachiho Gorge. There are so many attractive places to see and so many fabulous foods to eat , fresh fish, beef, Motsunabe, Udon, and so many foods were generated from this region. I can introduce and explain a lots of stuff about here to you . To talk about my career, I started to work at company Panasonic and after that , I walked on the career for Automotive component as sales working for American companies. I had education at Meiji University majoring Business Administration and was exchanged to University of Alberta in Canada. Though I walked in the field different from tourism, I was always aspired to talk about and promote Japan to foreign countries and people and wanted to be civil Ambassador for long time and became guide 2 years ago. I have guided Americans and so many foreigners globally and all of them have given me 5 star ratings, fortunately! I can offer you the customized tour for you . I can listen to your hobby, things you want to do in Japan and accommodate your desire. Please come and see me. I can make your bucket list empty after we see !!!

Nepal

Gokul S.

A bachelor in Tourism Management, I speak fluent English, Japanese, and Spanish. By guiding tourists throughout the Himalayan Region and the vibrant cities in Nepal, I have gained vast knowledge about the culture, language of the lifestyle of the local people. I promise to guide you best for any monuments and cities.

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Maria pia G.

I've been a tourist guide for over 30 years by now and still love this job. I love staying with people from all over the world and I love seeing their sparkling eyes when they discover the wonderful city of Verona. We often remain friends and stay in touch for many years after, I'm really lucky to have such a nice and rewarding job in such a fantastic city!

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Hiroki K.

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.

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Masami M.

Hello.I'm Masami! I work as a freelance translator and usually work in my room, but I would like to offer my assistance as an interpreter to foreigners who visit my beautiful home town Naruto, so I got National Guide Certificate. Naruto is very famous for the whirlpools which can be observed from ships, or from the Naruto Bridge spanning the Naruto Strait.And the Naruto Park also has a number of sightseeing points to enjoy. One of them is Otsuka Museum of Art. This museum reproduced masterpaintings in Western Art on ceramic boards in the identical sizes of the originals and Its collection consists more than 1000. In addition, Naruto is home to the first and second pilgrimage sites of the Shikoku Eighty-Eight Temple Pilgrimage. In the surrounding areas, there are breweries that produce sake and soy sauce using traditional methods. Would you like to enjoy Naruto with me? I look forward to your visit. Hola. ¡Soy Masami! Trabajo como traductora autónoma y suelo trabajar en mi habitación, pero me gustaría ofrecer mi ayuda como intérprete a los extranjeros que visitan mi hermosa ciudad natal, Naruto, por lo que obtuve el Certificado de Guía Nacional.Naruto es muy famosa por los remolinos que se pueden observar desde los barcos, o desde el puente de Naruto que cruza el estrecho de Naruto.Y el Parque de Naruto también tiene varios puntos de interés turístico para disfrutar. Uno de ellos es el Museo de Arte Otsuka. Este museo reproduce pinturas maestras del arte occidental en tableros de cerámica en tamaños idénticos a los originales y su colección consta de más de 1000. Además, Naruto alberga el primer y segundo lugares de peregrinación del Templo de los Ochenta y Ocho de Shikoku. En los alrededores hay cervecerías que producen sake y salsa de soja siguiendo métodos tradicionales. ¿Te gustaría disfrutar de Naruto conmigo? Espero tu visita.

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Hiroki D.

【CUSUTOMIZED TOUR IS WELCOMED】 Thank you for visiting my page. I studied Tourism at a college in the US 15 years ago. After studying tourism, I worked at a travel agency before setting up a personal tour guide. My goal is tol create a tour that meets your needs. I promise that I will aim to make you satisfied with tours that major travel agencies cannot imitate. I speak multiple languages Japanese, English, and Chinese (still studying).

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Eco H.

Eco has called Kyoto his home for the last 7 years, and now he hopes to share with you all he has learned of this wonderful city and the surrounding area. Recent graduate with a background in Japanese history and religion, he is now a professor a university in nearby Kobe city. Therefore, if you are particularly interested in learning more about the history and culture of Kyoto he can provide exciting narratives to go along with visiting the delightful sites. Throughout his time in Kyoto he has been working as a guide for numerous organisations, including guiding around Japanese tourists visiting Kyoto, and has provided many with a unique view of the city.

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Japanese Tour Guides - page 11

Maricel E.

Aya N.

Rieko T.

Hiroyo A.

Michiyo N.

Tac K.

Kuniaki T.

Yoshiyuki Y.

Kei H.

Dmitrijs B.

Sara E.

Ki M.

Ryuichi I.

Mark T.

裕治

我是华人，从出生以后一直住在日本。最近我取得了翻译导游的批准，所以给你们介绍一下鲜为人知的好地方 跟美食的餐馆等等。(还有随行买土产品)

Sayori H.

Hiroyuki H.

Manabu M.

Gokul S.

Maria pia G.

Hiroki K.

Masami M.

Hiroki D.

Eco H.

我是华人，从出生以后一直住在日本。最近我取得了翻译导游的批准，所以给你们介绍一下鲜为人知的好地方跟美食的餐馆等等。(还有随行买土产品)