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Joined 2018
Kumiko K.
Available Areas
Tokyo (Living), Kamakura, Yokohama
Languages
English
Response Time
4 hours on average
Availability Updated
3 days ago
About Tour Guide Kumiko K.
My name is Kumiko.
I used to live in New York and London and worked for US companies for many years. Based on my experience, I recognize that Japan is a fascinating country, but at the same time, it is unique in many ways. Tokyo, as the capital of Japan, is a unique and diverse mix of cutting-edge technology, traditional culture, and Western influences.
As an art lover, I am happy to show you many galleries in Tokyo. I received a Certificate of Art Business Masterclass from Christie's.
As a guide, I'd like to explain to my guests about Japanese culture as well as background and introduce popular places and food. I think most visitors coming to Japan are hoping both to enjoy themselves and also have a meaningful encounter with a different culture.
I am looking forward to helping you explore my city and enjoy everything it has to offer.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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Tokyo Art & Culture Tour - Nakameguro Area
Discover Japanese fine art works at galleries in some of Tokyo's vibrant and trendy areas, Daikanyama, Nakameguro and Denenchofu. You can appreciate modern and contemporary art works and enjoy shopping at unique shops along the Meguro River and visit an awesome gallery in a Japanese-style house in Denenchofu.
Tokyo Art & Culture Tour - Nakameguro Area
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Explore Old and Modern Tokyo One Day Tour
The tour can be customized according to your preferences. You can select 3 or 4 places to visit for the tour. My recommendations in Tokyo are Asakusa Sensoji Temple, Nihonbashi, Ueno, Harajuku, Shibuya, Kagurazaka and Daikanyama. If you like art, I'm happy to shows you some beautiful museums like Nezu Museum and other contemporary art museums in Tokyo.
Explore Old and Modern Tokyo One Day Tour
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Tokyo "Essential" Half-Day Tour
I will escort you to Tsukiji Outer Market to see the lively atmosphere in the fish market. You can enjoy walking around the market and try some Japanese food. Then we walk to Hamarikyu Garden, the Japanese stroll garden with a 350-year history. Japanese sweets and tea are served at the tea house. After the garden, we go to Hibiya Okuroji, a unique underpass facility hidden JR railroad. There are eating, drinking, fashion, miscellaneous goods.
Tokyo "Essential" Half-Day Tour
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Meiji Shrine, Harajuku and Shibuya Tour
We will first visit Meiji Shrine, a sanctuary in the middle of the city away from the hustle and bustle. Then we'll move on to Harajuku / Omotesando, one of the liveliest and most sophisticated shopping district in Tokyo. In this area, you can see many example of Tokyo's finest modern architecture. After that, we will walk through the Cat Street, a trendy area and I will guide you to the Shibuya.
Meiji Shrine, Harajuku and Shibuya Tour
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Tokyo Gallery Hopping - HARAJUKU, AOYAMA
Discover Japanese fine artworks at galleries in some of Tokyo's most vibrant and trendy areas, Omotesando, Aoyama, and Shibuya. You can appreciate Japanese-style paintings and contemporary artworks or crafts and stunning architectural buildings on Omotesando avenue and in Aoyama.
Tokyo Gallery Hopping - HARAJUKU, AOYAMA
Reviews
Paul K.
“A great day around Tokyo with Kumiko ”
Kumiko met us at our hotel and helped us with travel and tickets , she is very fluent in English and we had a great tour taking in Temples, Gardens and even a boat trip We would definitely recommend Kumiko for your Tokyo tour and with help to give you confidence in the cities transport. Maybe in the future we will see some your art at the Summer exhibition. Paul and Sue.
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Kumiko K.
Dear Paul and Sue, Thank you so much for your kind words, but you’re giving me too much credit. I really enjoyed the time together. Additionally, you learned everything quickly, thanks to your thorough preparation over the past two years. I liked your friendly, kind, and warm vibe, which made me feel very comfortable being with you. Hope you enjoy every moment of your stay in Japan. Yes, see you at the Royal Academy, Summer Exhibition next time. With best regards, Kumiko Kawai
Bruce S.
“Highest Rating”
Kumiko's knowledge, intelligence and kindness were greatly appreciated. A wonderful tour, anyone would be fortunate to have heras a guide.
Kumiko K.
Dear Bruce S, Thanks very much for your excellent feedback. I am so glad you liked the tour, because I was worried about how I could satisfy the guests when the galleries we originally planned to visit were closed on Monday. Please enjoy staying in Japan and come back! With best regards, Kumiko Kawai
Simon E.
“A Delightful Few Hours”
I thoroughly enjoyed my time with Kumiko. Some guides can be a struggle to communicate with because their English isn't so easily understood. But conversation flowed with Kumiko and the time raced away far too quickly. As a frequent visitor to Tokyo I really enjoyed being taken to some areas I hadn't been to before. I will not hesitate to book Kumiko again in the future.
Kumiko K.
Dear Simon, Thanks very much for your excellent feedback. I certainly enjoyed the time we spent exploring the Daikanyama area. It was interesting to hear your work experience and impression of the art at the gallery. I'm looking forward to hearing from you in the future. Best, Kumiko Kawai
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Grant A.
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Hiromi Y.
Hi, I am Hiromi, a National licensed guide in English. I studied in England and U.S. during my 20s and 30s. I graduated college in NY. While I lived in overseas and experiencing different culture, I had chances to look at Japanese culture from the outside. And I realized its richness and uniqueness. Experiencing different culture was like discovering my own culture. I live west part of Tokyo with my husband. Whenever we have time we like traveling. Also I have been practicing tea gathering (tea ceremony) about 10 years. In Tokyo, there exist traditional culture as well as pop culture. There are so many places I would like to show you. It’s my pleasure to introduce you exquisite part of Tokyo. Let’ enjoy exploring TOKYO with me! I’m looking forward to sharing memorable experience with you.
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