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Joined 2015
Akira N.
Available Areas
Tokyo (Living)
Languages
English, Japanese
Response Time
4 hours on average
Availability Updated
Today
About Tour Guide Akira N.
Hello,
My name is Akira.
I am certified national guide interpreter.
I have been living in Tokyo for more than 30 years.
I love walking in the city with no particular plan finding trasures in the streets such as nice ramen noodle restaurants, cafes, funny billboards, and most of all, narrow alleys that remind me of good old days.
I will help you enjoying the days in the city fully and making your vist memorable one.
I am looking forward to seeing you soon.
Important
Available only for more than 7 hour tour.
Not available for middle people including travel agents, travel advisors.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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Reviews
Sarah P.
“An Absolute Must Do Experience In Tokyo”
This is our first time visiting Japan and while we wanted to take in all the touristy sites we also really appreciate experiences that reflect the local way of life. Akira was thoughtful and intent on sharing a version of Tokyo beyond the tourist destinations and we could not have had a better experience! Our 8yr old was along for the tour as well and Akira was kind enough to include a stop at a Pokémon store! He further assisted us with navigating of the subway and transit lines, showed us several hidden gems that we would have orherwise have missed and really made an effort to make the day special while appreciating a lower pace with our son! This will be a highlight of our cherished memories from Japan and would endlessly recommend booking a tour with Akira!
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Akira N.
Dear Sarah, Thank you so much for the great review. And thank you so much for the wonderful day. It is always my pleasure to be a guide for wonderful people like you and your family with loving and care, and respect to locals and their culture. I am so glad to see all of you fascinated by every little things in the river, streets, in the tea house, on the floor, on the ground (!), in the restaurant, people and.......etc, etc. I enjoyed each of the moment such as when we enjoyed exchanging with the gardeners in the garden and grandma in the shop. I hope the local experience you enjoyed today will make a good contrast to what you will experience for the rest of your Japan trip. Also I hope that you could get an idea of what it is like to be a local in this city. I am looking forward to another chance to explore my loving city together. Sincerely, Akira
Sarah L.
“First time in Tokyo”
We had the pleasure of having Akira as our tour guide, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. From the start, he went above and beyond to create a personalized itinerary that fit our family’s interests while also being mindful of my husband’s disability. Every detail was thoughtfully planned so that we could enjoy the sights comfortably without feeling rushed or overwhelmed. Akira is not only incredibly knowledgeable about the history and culture of each place we visited, but he also has a warm and patient demeanor that made our family feel immediately at ease. He balanced sharing fascinating insights with allowing us time to explore and take everything in. His care and flexibility truly made the difference between a good tour and an unforgettable experience. If you are looking for a guide who is attentive, professional, and genuinely invested in making your trip special, Akira is the person you want by your side. We are so grateful for the memories he helped us create.
Akira N.
Dear Sarah, Thank you so much for the great review. I am so glad you enjoyed the tour just like I did. Soon after I met you and your wonderful family, I got a feeling that it would be a great day. Thank you so much for letting me in a gentle, humble, kind and warm family vibes. I tried to show you Tokyo that I know, and that love, catering to your needs. We took public transports that you can observe locals. We went what I think are great spots that I regularly spend some time, and we met locals that I love. I hope that you got an idea of what it is like to be one of locals living in this big city. And also I hope that not only my tour but also this Japan trip will make you interested in the country enough to make you come back again near future. Thank you very much for having me as a guide this time. I am looking forward to another chance to explore my loving city together. Sincerely, Akira P.S. I wish I could be good at claw machine. I tried to catch something for your loving kids when we were in the arcade but I spend ¥1000 for nothing and I failed to be a cool uncle Akira.
Shannon K.
“Wonderful experience ”
Akira showed us around Tokyo on our first day and it was a brilliant start to our vacation - He showed us how to navigate the subway system, took us to a local lunch spot and for a special coffee which were both great experiences. Would highly recommend Akira as a guide in Tokyo. He really knows the city and will provide you with a one of a kind experience.
Akira N.
Dear Shanon, Thank you so much for the great review. I’m so delighted to know that you enjoyed the tour just like I did. I hope that the tour helped you getting an idea of what it is like to be a Tokyo local. I’m looking forward to another chance to explore my loving city with you and Kent. Sincerely, Akira
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Hello. I'm Akira.S. I've just finished working as a mentor for new young teachers of public junior high schools after long time career as a teacher. I’m so interested in guiding popular sightseeing spots and also hidden areas in and around Tokyo to you. I love this job because I have a lot of chances to meet nice people from various countries. I'm really looking forward to meeting persons interested in Japanese culture and history like YOU. I really hope you touch Japanese cultures, including Japanese cuisines. I’m coming up with a tour plan based on your interest.
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