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Joined 2018
Taka M.
Available Areas
Tokyo (Living), Yokohama
Languages
English
Response Time
4 hours on average
Availability Updated
Today
About Tour Guide Taka M.
Would you like to have a private guide when you are traveling to Tokyo?
I adjust the experience based upon your needs and desires, so I will ensure that your goals are met.
Hello, I'm Taka.
Tokyo is my hometown all through my life, and I know many interesting places and things to do, which are not yet introduced in the travel books. It will be a real pleasure sharing my knowledge with you.
Tokyo is a truly exciting and multi-dimensional city. I can offer you unique and memorable experiences here in Tokyo. How about walking along some back streets and taste some local delicacies? Or try Sake and Japanese wine?
I have been in broadcasting business for over 30 years, and as a TV director I have made a countless coverage trips all around the globe.
Also I am a professional winemaker in the Unites States, and stay in California during the harvest time every year, from September to November.
With my unique business back ground, I have decided to start my new business as a professional tour guide specializing in the Tokyo area.
Let’s enjoy the cutting-edge Tokyo with a former TV director and a winemaker!
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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Taka's Tokyo "As you like" One Day Tour
This one-day walking tour is designed only for you, based on your interests. Whether it rains or the sun shines, I will be as flexible as possible. You can learn about Japanese history, culture and lifestyle. If you have no idea where to visit, I will suggest some places that meet your interests. And of course, you can enjoy traditional Japanese cuisines, such as Sushi, Tempura, Ramen, Yakitori and more. The maximum number people I can guide is 3 (please send me a message before you book me).
Taka's Tokyo "As you like" One Day Tour
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Taka's Tokyo Hipster Winery Tour
You might think, “Winery in Tokyo?” But the history of winemaking in Japan started in the 19th century. High-quality wines are produced in Japan and some labels have won the gold medal at an international wine competition in France. Let me introduce you a wine tour in Tokyo. The wineries are small. There are no vineyards. But it can be enjoyed as a half day fun trip inside Tokyo.
Taka's Tokyo Hipster Winery Tour
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Taka's Excursion from Tokyo to Yokohama
If you have extra day in Tokyo, how about this one-day round trip tour to Yokohama? It has a lot on tap for every visitor, from experiencing original culture to fun and exciting tourism destinations. Explore Yokohama with your guide. Find the best things to do, what's on, activities, and sightseeing in a port city located only 30 minutes away from Tokyo. The maximum number people I can guide is 3 (please send me a message before you book me).
Taka's Excursion from Tokyo to Yokohama
Reviews
Linda D.
“One Day Guided Tour of Tokyo”
We had an amazing day with Taka! From the time we made the booking, Taka was very easy to communicate with. He was very helpful in planning our day with our interests and sightseeing requests to maximize our time together. Taka planned a great day for us and covered off everything we had requested and so much more. He has a wealth of knowledge and experience that he shared with us during the day. He has a very friendly personality and professional manner along with his years of travel guide experience which made our day with him very enjoyable. Thank you, Taka, Linda and Russell
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Taka M.
Hi Linda and Russell, Thank you for the wonderful review! Your journey has only just begun. Enjoy Japan to the fullest, and I hope we meet again!
Kathleen P.
“A wonderful day of seeing less common sights”
Taka put a great deal of thought and care into our plan and it was an outstanding introduction to Japanese culture and Tokyo. We visited many places tourists would maybe never knew about - it was fantastic. I can’t recommend Taka enough. Thank you Taka!
Taka M.
Dear Kathleen, thank you for writing such a lovely review. Tokyo has so many layers beyond the tourist spots. That what makes it so fascinating! I hope you continue to discover charming little surprises throughout Japan. Wishing you a wonderful journey!
Christopher H.
“Off the beaten track”
My wife and I had already seen the must-see tourist sights of Tokyo and our challenge to Taka was to take us off the beaten track to see some of the Tokyo that tourists don't get to see. And he delivered. We saw local shops, had an authentic lunch where there wasn't a tourist in sight, had a traditional Japanese tea and drank Sake at a central city bar that you wouldn't even know existed unless you lived or worked there. It was perfect.
Taka M.
Thank you very much for the review. I had such a lovely time with a terrific couple. It was a great pleasure for me to introduce you to our local culture. Thank you again and take care!
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