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Joined 2015
Akira N.
Available Areas
Tokyo (Living)
Languages
English, Japanese
Response Time
4 hours on average
Availability Updated
1 day ago
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
Pedro L.
“Unforgettable”
Very knowledgeable, polite and his English is great. Really helped me and my girlfriend’s first international travel feel less intimidating and welcoming.
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Akira N.
Dear Pedro, Thank you so much for the wonderful review. I hope this Japan trip will be a memorable one for both of you in many ways. See you next time!!! Akira
Marcello G.
“Great guide four our first trip to Japan!!”
Akira was a very good decision as a guide for our family's first full day, first trip to Japan! He was a life saver showing us how to use the transportation system and understanding Tokyo's complex environment. The trip was fully customizable and he showed us areas of traditional Japanese living to modern day Japan. He has great knowledge of Japan and its history, he also worked with our slow pace for the entire day. He took us to a very delicious non-tourist Japanese restaurant and the entire family enjoyed it, even with our picky eaters. Again, Akira provided a professional, friendly and fun trip that kick started the rest of our trip to Japan. I highly recommend his guidance for anyone traveling to Japan, for the first time or any time. Thank you Akira and Ryan says "King Cesar"!!! lol
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Akira N.
Dear Marcello, Thank you so much for the wonderful review. It was so much fun to be a guide for the Gonzalez family’s first Japan trip in a jolly, relaxed, happy family atmosphere. I’m so glad we have something in common, we believe spirits, we love coffee, and we love variety of Tokusatsu (Thank you for reminded me of King Caesar. I haven heard that name for menu years…!). Thank you so much for treated me like the way do to your friendly neighbor, not like just a guide you hired. I had a wonderful time as much as you did. I am looking for another chance to explore the TokyoI love together. Sincerely, Akira
Jorge E.
“A fantastic day exploring Tokyo with Akira”
Akira picked my wife and me up at our hotel, and from the very first stop at Meiji Shrine it was clear how deeply passionate he is about Japan, its people, and its culture. He shared what the shrine means to him personally and to Japanese culture as a whole, and we walked the beautiful grounds while he offered insights into Japanese history and traditions. One thing we really appreciated was how he encouraged us to take part in the culture respectfully, letting us know when it was appropriate to take photos and how to behave in shrines and temples. After a quick stop at a local café, we headed to Zoshigaya for delicious, authentic onigiri at one of Akira’s favourite spots. Having spent time as a rice farmer, Akira brought a unique perspective on Japanese food, from the quality of the rice to the finer details of the cuisine, which made every bite more interesting. We had asked for a lighter lunch since we had an early dinner planned, and he adjusted the plan right away without any fuss. We explored this quieter, more local neighbourhood before visiting Kishimojin Temple, where Akira treated us to sweets from an old shop nearby. From there we explored Harajuku and Omotesando, then finished the day at the Shibuya crossing. Throughout the tour Akira took candid photos of us and sent them at the end, which was a wonderful bonus. A long day of walking, but worth every step. Highly recommend touring Tokyo with Akira!
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Akira N.
Dear Jorge, Thank you so much for the wonderful review. I am so happy to know that the tour was enjoyable, and helpful enough for you to understand the country, its people, and their customs. Upon meeting you and having a few conversations, I could sense that not only you but also beautiful Melinda did not come to Japan for just having fun, but for something deeper.I was wondering what I could show you in Tokyo, which was your very last stop to conclude your honeymoon, after the wonderful time you had in Tohoku region. I tried to be as honest as possible and to show you what I am and what I love, hoping that you could see this city through me. I hope that it worked. It was my pleasure to be a part of your very first Japan trip as a young, warm, kind, humble couple with beautiful spirits like yours. I'm looking forward to another chance to explore this city I love together. Sincerely, Akira
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Masahiro N.
Hallo zusammen! Ich heiße Masahiro, aber meine Freunde nennen mich Masa. Nach meinem Studium in Tokio habe ich von 2006 bis 2013 in Wien gelebt. 2013 bin ich endgültig nach Japan zurückgekehrt. Während meiner Zeit in Wien habe ich die deutschsprachige Welt und ihre Kultur sehr intensiv kennengelernt. Heute möchte ich eine Brücke zwischen dem deutschsprachigen Raum und Japan sein – und genau deshalb arbeite ich als Reiseleiter. Ich habe das Gefühl, dass diese Aufgabe meine Lebensaufgabe geworden ist. Für mich ist ein Guide so etwas wie ein privater Diplomat. Er verbindet Menschen aus verschiedenen Ländern und Kulturen und hilft ihnen, einander besser zu verstehen. Ich habe bereits Erfahrung darin, meine Gäste durch viele verschiedene Orte in Japan zu führen, unter anderem durch: • Tokio • Kamakura( Kanagawa) • die Region um den Fuji • Kawagoe(Saitama) • Nikko(Tochigi) • Karuizawa (Nagano) • Kanazawa(Ishikawa) • Kyoto • Osaka • Kobe • Himeji • Nagasaki …und natürlich gibt es noch viele weitere Orte zu entdecken! Ich wohne heute in der Nähe von Tokio. Deshalb sind Touren in Tokio und der Umgebung für mich besonders gut machbar. Eine Reise macht das Leben bunt! Lassen Sie Ihren Alltagsstress hinter sich und genießen Sie entspannte Momente, neue Entdeckungen und interessante Begegnungen – vielleicht sogar den einen oder anderen kleinen Kulturschock. Ich freue mich sehr darauf, Sie auf Ihrer Reise durch Japan zu begleiten! Bis bald in Japan!
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Kenji K.
Hello, I was born in 1956 in Hiroshima and have lived in Tokyo for over 40 years. I have a license of “National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter”. I love outdoor activities, especially fishing and golf. I have been to CANADA for 6 months as a bank trainee and have worked for 5 years in the US at the age of my 30s. It is my pleasure to show you around in Japan. As you know, there are four seasons in Japan and you can enjoy the nature of each season. Especially in spring time, cherry blossoms in full bloom welcome you. Japan is a safe country, meals are very delicious, and you can explore Japanese great history at the spiritual places of shrines and temples. Please contact me. You are assured to have an enjoyable and memorial trip. I'm looking forward to having wonderful time with you. See you!
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Takahiro I.
I grew up in the UK, and have lived more than ten years in the UK and USA on overseas assignments. While I lived abroad, I started to realize how shallow my knowledge on Japanese culture, beliefs, history and food was for a Japanese resident, whenever I tried to respond to the questions my foreign friends had about Japan. For the last 20 years I’ve been doing a lot of domestic travel visiting areas that I’ve never been before, and studying history and culture, as well as enjoying Sake from all parts of Japan. From 2015, I intensified my studies of Japan, and in 2017, successfully received government certification as a qualified guide on Japan. Thinking it would help my studies as well as be beneficial for visitors to Japan, I opened a website titled “Rediscovering Japan” in 2016 to record my travels and share my experience with travelers to Japan. To date I have covered 25 of the 47 prefectures in Japan. I have found that rather than just visiting tourist spots at random, it is much more interesting if you have a clear theme of the places you are going to. I hope you'll enjoy the visits with me to rediscover Japan!
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