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Joined 2018
Taka M.
Available Areas
Tokyo (Living), Yokohama
Languages
English
Response Time
4 hours on average
Availability Updated
1 day ago
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
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Ron S.
“The Best One Day Guided Tour Ever!!!”
I had a fantastic day with Taka as my private guide! I loved the fact that when I booked Taka, he messaged me, asked questions and got to know me a little better. This helped me identify the things I enjoy and would also like to experience in Japan. Taka has incredible attention to detail. He put together an amazing itinerary and met me at my hotel. Taka is a great communicator, he is funny :) and I instantly felt very comfortable with him. As much time as he spent putting together a perfect itinerary, he also adjusted the itinerary to make the day even more special for me based on my interest. A quick example, while he showed me the Tsukiji Outer market he noticed me looking at a chef’s knife and asked me if I was interested in them. I said yes (now I am, I didn't know it before), and he took me to this incredible store near Askusa (I think) that had all kinds of different chef knives. It wasn't part of the itinerary, but he managed to fit it in, and we still kept to our schedule. The day went by so quickly because I was having so much fun with Taka. If it is your first time to Japan or you are a returning visitor, I highly recommend that you have Taka as your guide. Taka, thank you so much for a fun packed special day.
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Taka M.
Dear Ron, I'm deeply touched and humbled by your wonderful review. I imagine the rest of your time in Japan was just as lovely. Your wife must have been delighted with the knife you bought for her ;) Hope you’ll return to Japan someday. I’d love to see you again!
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
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!
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Yoko Y.
Bonjour! Je m’appelle Yoko, je suis guide diplômée. J’habite à Tokyo, dans le quartier appelé Yanesen, depuis plus de 10 ans. J’aime bien mon quartier, il se trouve au milieu de Tokyo, mais il garde l'atmosphère d’autrefois.Il y a plus de 100 temples et sanctuaires, les festivals de sanctuaire sont des événements importants pour les habitants, dans les rues commerçantes, il y a de vieux magasins qui animent les rues même aujourd’hui. C’est comme un village, les habitants sont ouverts, amicaux et sympas, il y a de vrais échanges entre eux. Je crois qu’il y a de vieux Tokyo, de vraie vie quotidienne de Tokyoïtes qui ne changent pas depuis longtemps à Yanesen. J’aime bien aussi voyager, découvrir la culture vivante tout en faisant la connaissance avec des personnes locales. Et c’est pour cela que quand je voyage, j’aime bien aller aux marchés, aux cafés et aux restaurants populaires entre les habitants. J’aime aussi le saké depuis 5,6 ans, mais je n'aimais pas le saké, je croyais que le vin était le meilleur, et qu’il accompagnait presque n’importe quel cuisine. Mais aujourd’hui je crois que le saké est le meilleur pour accompagner la cuisine japonaise et notamment quand on voyage dans des régions au Japon, il permet de communiquer plus facilement avec des personnes locales. Pour approfondir mes connaissances, j’ai obtenu le diplôme de saké sommelier et travaille dans une entreprise de saké. Je vous guiderai dans ce bon vieux Tokyo afin que vous puissiez découvrir une vraie vie quotidienne de Tokyoïte, tout en servant d'intermédiaire entre vous et les habitants du quartier. Et bien sur, je peux organiser également le tour sur mesure, tout en répondant à vos demandes pour votre voyage innoubliable! J’espère que l’on se voit très bientôt à Tokyo!
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