About Tour Guide George M.

“An unforgettable day in Shirakawa-go and Takayama”

We had a wonderful day visiting Shirakawa-go and Takayama with George. From the very beginning, he was kind, helpful and attentive to our needs, making sure that we felt comfortable and enjoyed every moment of the tour. George shared lots of interesting information about the history, culture and traditional way of life in the area. We learned so much from him while still having plenty of time to enjoy the scenery and take photographs. He also showed us around Takayama and helped us discover places and details that we would probably have missed on our own. Everything was very well organized, and the whole experience felt relaxed, flexible and personal. George’s kindness and dedication made an already beautiful day even more special. We highly recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, caring and attentive local guide. Thank you so much, George, for such a memorable experience!

George M.

(9 reviews)

Thank you so much, Carolina, for your incredibly kind and thoughtful review and for sharing these lovely photos! I truly enjoyed spending the day with you all, exploring Shirakawa-go and Takayama together. I’m very happy that you enjoyed learning about the local history and culture, as well as discovering some special places in my hometown. It was a real pleasure getting to know you all and sharing the beauty of the Hida region. Thank you again for choosing me as your guide. I hope you have many wonderful memories of Japan, and I would love to see you again someday!

“Great cultural tour!”

George was such an amazing local tour guide! He was very knowledgeable and flexible. Due to the rainy weather, he adjusted our tour and customized it in such a way that we still thoroughly enjoyed the day. The washi-making paper class was so interesting and we got to bring home 3 postcards that we made. How cool is that! The visit to the historical farmhouse in Gokayama, and Shirakawa-go was an eye-opener to the Japanese history. We learned so much and would highly recommend George anytime.

George M.

(9 reviews)

Thank you so much, Mariette, for your wonderful review! It was a real pleasure spending the day with you and your group. Although the weather wasn't ideal, I'm very happy that you enjoyed exploring Shirakawa-go and Gokayama, especially the traditional farmhouse and washi paper-making experience. Thank you also for being so flexible with the change of plans. I hope you all have many wonderful memories of your time in Japan!

“Perfect way to see Takayama!!”

George was such a delight. I usually do not book tours like this but I got so much more out of the Takayama experience because of this lifelong resident sharing his culture and some of his favorite sights/foods/stories. Do yourself a favor and book with him!!

George M.

(9 reviews)

Thank you so much, David, for your wonderful review! It was a real pleasure showing you and your wife around my hometown. I’m very happy to hear that you enjoyed discovering Takayama’s local culture, food, and stories. Thank you again for your kind words, and I hope you both enjoy the rest of your trip in Japan!