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Joined 2018
Tsutomu H.
Available Areas
Tokyo (Living), Kamakura, Hakone, Nikko, Yokohama, Mount Fuji
Languages
English
Response Time
6 hours on average
Availability Updated
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About Tour Guide 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 !!
Important
For Mt. Fuji and Nikko, private car need to be arranged prior to the tour for the local transportation.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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Full Day Tokyo Key Sites #1 (8 Hours)
Basic concept of this tour is to cover all the key sites of Tokyo. You will see both the old and new faces of Metropolitan Tokyo. Tokyo has a unique and dynamic history after its designation as Japan's capital in 1868. This tour is based on public transportation, so it will involve some walkings but I will accommodate the amount of walking depending on how much you wish to walk. Regardless of the season, I will include the seasonal beauty of Tokyo for your fullest satisfaction.
Full Day Tokyo Key Sites #1 (8 Hours)
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Full Day Tokyo Key Sites #2 (8 Hours)
Hi I am Tsutomu. This is my #2 Full Day Tokyo Key Sites. This compliments my Plan#1 and of course, you could mix #1 and #2 if you wish. Both are my standard plans and my objective is to give you the best part of Tokyo in 8 hours.. I customize the tour especially for you. Tokyo has so many sites that would appeal to your intellectual interest, so feel free to let me know if you have any other places you wish to see. I will accommodate.
Full Day Tokyo Key Sites #2 (8 Hours)
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Full Day Nikko Key Sites #1 (11 Hours)
In Japan, there is a saying (pun) that goes "Don't say Kekko until you see Nikko", which means "Don't say you are fully satisfied until you see Nikko". The great representation of Nikko is the combination of unparelled Cultural World Heritage Site of Toshogu Shrine and pure beauty of nature at Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji. This tour covers all of those key sites with my professional explanation of history and culture behind those heritages. Let's discover beauty of Nikko and exclaim "Kekko!!"
Full Day Nikko Key Sites #1 (11 Hours)
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Full Day Mt. Fuji Key Sites #1 (11 Hours)
This tour covers key sites of Mt. Fuji and its surroundings with beauty and wonders of nature. I will also cover the cultural aspect of this World Heritage Site. I will meet you at your hotel and will escort you back to your hotel. As I designed this tour, I focused on full coverage of key sites of Mt. Fuji in regards to geography, culture and history, plus time and budget efficiency utilizing a coach (bus) transport from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji area. Your safety/satisfaction will be my #1 key.
Full Day Mt. Fuji Key Sites #1 (11 Hours)
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Full Day Kamakura Key Sites #1 (11 Hours)
In the eastern Japan, Kamakura is one of the best (if not THE BEST) places to witness the deapths of Japanese history. While Kyoto is a capital established by aristocrats, Kamakura is a capital built and nurtured by samurai worrior class. Its culture is simple and dynamic. My guiding point is History, Culture, Natural Beauty and Zen spirit, not to mention authentic Japanese food of your preference (or choice in any ways)!! I would like you to see the unique historical sites of over 800 years.
Full Day Kamakura Key Sites #1 (11 Hours)
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Full Day Tokyo Key Sites #3 (8 Hours)
This tour has been designed for the guests who have already experienced my Full Day Tokyo Key Sites #1 and #2, and/or for those who are interested in some unique sites that are not covered by my Tokyo Key Sites #1 and #2. If you need to use a wheel chair, I would be more than happy to modify my tour. If you prefer, you can book a private car or mini van for easier logistics.
Full Day Tokyo Key Sites #3 (8 Hours)
Reviews
Stephen B.
“Outstanding Guide”
My wife and I toured four days with Tom. I highly recommend him as your private tour guide. He customized each day to our priorities and was knowledgeable about each site visited. He was thoughtful and communicated effectively both in planning and while on tours. We felt comfortable and safe at all times. Definitely exceeded our expectations.
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Tsutomu H.
Stephen and Sherri from Tom, I really appreciate the wonderful time you so kindly allowed me to spend with you. I also thank GoWithGuide for presenting me with such a wonderful opportunity. While it was an important work for me, it has turned out to be more like a quality time I truly enjoy being with such nice people. I feel that I truly enjoyed working for you during those 4 days. If my service was good, it’s a pure reflection of how nice of people you are. Meeting with nice people is the greatest joy in doing the tour guide. I want to thank you once again for making me happy. I will think about you a lot and I hope we will meet again!! Sincerely, Tsutomu “Tom” Harada
Martin M.
“Great guide makes for a great day”
Due to an injury to our original guide, Tsutomu (Tom) was his replacement and what a replacement, excellent in every aspect. Communication, English, knowledge, pace of tour, notably the transport system were superb.
Thomas K.
“Excellent tour!”
We had a wonderful day touring with Tsutomu. He provided lots of interesting background and details about the places we visited, and he was also a kind and pleasant person. We would definitely take another tour with Tsutomu if we visit Tokyo again!
Tsutomu H.
Thomas san from Tsutomu (Tom) What a wonderful and warm hearted comments!! I truly appreciate the kindness you and your lovely wife presented to me all during the tour. I do hope we’ll meet again. I will be watching you and yours nothing but the very best.
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