About Tour Guide Fumina O.

Hello! I am Fumina, and I am a Prefectural Guide Interpreter in Toyama.

I love exploring hidden places, traditional streets, local cafes, and unique spots that many tourists never discover on their own.

Besides famous attractions, I can also introduce charming neighborhoods, beautiful scenery, local sweets, matcha experiences, and places that reflect everyday life in Toyama.

My interest in guiding started when I was in high school. I had an opportunity to introduce Japanese culture in English as part of a class project, and I truly enjoyed sharing Japan with people from different backgrounds. That experience inspired me to become a guide and help visitors discover the charm of Japan for themselves.

As a local woman, I enjoy sharing Toyama from a different perspective, including photogenic locations, cozy cafes, seasonal scenery, and cultural experiences that are especially popular with travelers looking for something more personal and authentic.

I believe every traveler is different, so I always try to create a flexible and comfortable experience based on your interests, pace, and travel style.

Whether you would like to visit major attractions or discover hidden gems known mainly to locals, I would be happy to help you create memorable experiences in Toyama.

My tours are especially suitable for travelers who:

• Prefer a relaxed and flexible experience rather than a fixed schedule

• Want to discover places that are not usually found in guidebooks

• Enjoy local cafes, Japanese sweets, matcha, and everyday culture

• Love photography and beautiful scenery

• Are interested in experiencing Toyama from a local perspective

• Prefer traveling at their own pace and having a friendly local guide

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Qualification

・Toyama Prefecture Regional Guide Interpreter

・TOEIC(Listening & Reading) 915

・TOEIC(Speaking & Writing) 130/180

・EIKEN(The EIKEN Test in Practical English Proficiency) 1st grade

・REKIKEN(the Japanese History Exam) 2nd grade