About Tour Guide Akira N.

“One of the best guided tours ever”

From the moment I reached out to Akira to customize my tour to the time we concluded in Ginza, I had the most amazing experience. Akira really knows Tokyo beyond the usual and had great suggestions for all the things I wanted to do including suggestions for different food experiences and shopping. It was never tourist traps or mediocre places, always the best. we had great conversation, never a dull moment. If every city had an Akira I would solo travel a lot more and my business trips would be way more fun.

Akira N.

(420 reviews)

Dear Tim, Thank you so much for the great review. I am so glad you felt you had a great conversation (and never a dull moment) during the tour, because I felt exact the same. This is my eleventh year as a private tour guide and I would like to thank you for another moment to realize how lucky one that I am to know wonderful people like you from all over the world. Please take care and I am hoping that this trip will be fruitful for your business and great discovery on my loving country. See you next time! Akira

“An Amazing Tokyo Experience with Akira – 5 Stars”

I had an absolutely fantastic experience touring Tokyo with Akira. From the beginning, it was clear that Akira is not only very knowledgeable about Tokyo, but genuinely understands and appreciates the city, its history, culture and way of life. What made the tour so special was that Akira didn’t simply take me to the typical tourist attractions. He took his time and showed me places I never would have imagined visiting on my own. We explored ordinary neighbourhoods where local people actually live, including Toshima-Zoshigaya, which gave me a completely different perspective of Tokyo and allowed me to experience the city beyond the usual tourist spots. One of the highlights was travelling to Sugamo on one of the two remaining small local train cars. It was such a unique experience and something I would never have discovered without Akira. He also introduced me to authentic Japanese restaurants and cafés, including places that felt genuinely local rather than tourist-oriented. It was a great opportunity to experience Japanese food and everyday culture in a much more authentic way. Akira was also incredibly patient and attentive throughout the day. He never made me feel rushed and was happy to take the time to explain things, answer my questions and share interesting stories about Tokyo. He even took some amazing photos and videos for me, capturing memories that I’ll definitely keep from my trip. What impressed me most was Akira’s passion for his city. You can tell that he genuinely enjoys showing people Tokyo and takes pride in sharing both its famous landmarks and its lesser-known corners. If you want to experience the real Tokyo, not just the places you see in guidebooks, I highly recommend Akira. His knowledge, friendliness, patience and attention to detail made my day incredibly memorable. Thank you, Akira, for showing me a side of Tokyo I would never have discovered by myself. You were an outstanding guide, & I couldn’t have asked for a better experience!

Akira N.

(420 reviews)

Dear Daniel Thank you so much for the great review. It was my pleasure to meeting a beautiful human being like you. I am so glad to know that your very first full day in Tokyo was pleasant and enjoyable one, and that I could be a part of it. On the way to meet you in the hotel that morning, I was little worry if I could show you my city in seven hours in such a short notice without hearing what exactly you are expecting from this tour, but upon meeting you in the hotel lobby and exchanged few words and I had a feeling that we would have a good time. It was so much fun to listen to your stories about your country, background, your comfort foods, religion, family and etc that made me talked about mine. I enjoyed answering your questions very much for giving me opportunity to see Japan from different angles. I would like to thank you for not seeing this country something like an amusement park and not treating locals like staffs to serve tourists. Throughout the day, I saw you as a very thoughtful and respectful man with good heart to whom flocks of Tokyo visitors today should look up. Thank you so much again for having me this time, and I am looking forward to another chance to explore my loving city together. Sincerely, Akira

“Terrific tour of Tokyo!”

My son and I had a terrific tour of Tokyo with Akira! I had requested a couple of smaller stops, and Akira personalized the day to accommodate and see some other hidden gems. We saw a different side of Tokyo and we really appreciated the conversation along the way. Thank you Akira. Highly recommend.

Akira N.

(420 reviews)

Dear Matthew, Thank you so much for the great review. I’m so glad you enjoyed the tour. Guiding you and your wonderful son was like being with my new friendly neighbors who just moved in. I enjoyed exchange and it was my pleasure to know both of you. I hope the tour will help you understand my loving country. I’m looking forward to another chance to explore my loving city together. Sincerely, Akira P.S. Thank you so much for the delicious sushi. Please forgive my being the most gluttonous member in the party.