Joined 2018
Hiroko D.
Available Areas
Kyoto (Living), Nara, Osaka
Languages
English
Response Time
5 hours on average
Availability Updated
Today
About Tour Guide Hiroko D.
Hi, I'm Hiroko. I was born in Kyoto and currently live in its suburb. My parents are also from the ancient capital city, so some of its historic places were like my playgrounds when I was a child. Now, as a national certified tour guide, I would like to show you around not only Kyoto but also Osaka and Nara enjoyably and time-effectively. For your reference, I lived in New York, U.S.A. for about 20 years and worked there for about 17 and a half years, so I believe that I will be able to communicate and speak well with you in English. My motto as a guide: If you are happy, I'm happy. Please don't hesitate to ask me to customize your tour. I'm looking forward to seeing you soon!
Important
Please kindly note the following:
I basically conduct walking tours using public transportation.
Transportation, entrance fees and lunch for you and the guide are not included in the guide fee.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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Reviews
Maggie S.
“Best guide in Japan! Excellent! I highly recommend this guide. ”
She was very thoughtful and experienced. We had a great time. Accomplished all that we planned on. Very knowledgeable. Knew exactly where to go and very enjoyable day.
Hiroko D.
Maggie, I am truly honored by your kind, generous and very quick review. Both you and your husband are so nice and intelligent, and I really enjoyed your company as a guide in Kyoto. I only wish there had been more time to take you to some other places. Hope you will come back here again to explore the city further in near future. Sincerely, Hiroko
Norlina (elah) A.
“Fun day with Hiroko”
We had a very fun and educational tour day with Hiroko. Her being local and knowledgeable of Kyoto history makes it worth. She planned the day so nicely and considerably to make sure we are all catered for. We are very happy and I think that people should definitely book tours with local tour guide because it makes a difference to the day without wasting time navigating new area. Hiroko delivered 5 stars service. We recommend her to anyone. Arigato gozaimasu Hiroko san.
Hiroko D.
Norlina, Arigato gozaimasu to you too. I am extremely grateful for your kind, generous and very quick review. You are so nice and intelligent, I really enjoy your company as a guide in Kyoto. Hope you will come back here again in near future as there are more to see. Please send my warmest regards to your husband and daughter, a cute ballerina. Sincerely, Hiroko
Valera S.
“Great tour in Osaka with Hiroko.”
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed an exceptional 8-hour custom tour of Osaka. Our guide, Hiroko, was knowledgeable, possessed very good English communication skills, and consistently went above and beyond our expectations. Beyond guiding us to the city's key sightseeing locations, she thoughtfully introduced us to unique Osaka culinary experiences and even accompanied us to a restaurant of our choosing after the tour, ensuring we found our way without any trouble.
Hiroko D.
Valera, I am truly honored by your kind, generous and quick review. Both you and your wife are so nice and intelligent, and I really enjoyed being your guide in Osaka. Thank you very much also for sharing a couple of photos you took during the tour. Please send my warmest regards to Larissa for me. Sincerely, Hiroko
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