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Joined 2018
Taka M.
Available Areas
Tokyo (Living), Yokohama
Languages
English
Response Time
4 hours on average
Availability Updated
2 days 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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Karl D.
“Fantastic day out in Tokyo!”
We had an amazing day going round Tokyo with our guide Taka. Communication was very good prior to the tour and was tailored to our requirements. Taka explained lots about culture and getting around the very busy city of Tokyo. Would highly recommend Taka to anyone who visits Tokyo. Karl & Lynn
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Taka M.
Dear Karl and Lynn, Thank you very much for writing a review. If your stay in Japan — including the cruise — turned out to be a wonderful experience, that truly makes me happy. Your next adventure might take you Down Under, but I hope you’ll visit Tokyo again. I would be delighted to welcome you back.
Jo-lynn D.
“Best Choice”
It’s taken me awhile to recover from our whirlwind trip to Japan and the jetlag. I am just now to taking the time to thank Taka for being so kind and thoughtful as he put together the private tour four our first day in Tokyo. I highly recommend Taka! Don’t hesitate. I have no doubt the care he put into our tour he will do for all of his guest. He was also so very personable, kind and easy from the start. Our day with him was 100% the highlight of my thirteen year old son’s trip. A trip he will never forget. I mentioned to Taka from the start Tokyo was for my son, he wanted to shop, eat, see Akihabara, I wanted him to have some history, see cherry blossoms and Kappabashi St to buy knives another time. Taka accomplished all that and more! Once he found out my son played soccer, he altered his plan to surprise him with a soccer stop, so thoughtful. He was also very patient with him as he perused the shops on Takeshita St. at the end of our day and delighted in my son’s excitement. Less I forget, he also found the perfect spot for my son’s first sushi experience, another moment he will never forget. I was beyond thrilled to hit so many spots, and to come away with an understanding of the transit system and with plans for our next two days in Tokyo. To tour with Taka and on our first day was the best decision ever! I know I also saved hours of searching for knives on Kappabashi St, thanks to his recommendation. As well of hours of planning our next two days. My son and I will treasure our time in Japan always, Thank you Taka for a wonderful first day in Tokyo! Also, thanks for your knife shop recommendation! We all are thrilled with our knives and will cherish them for years to come. Bonus, they have a shop in NYC so my stepson and son can get their knives engraved for free at a later date. Arigotō! Tour with Taka you too will be so happy your choice!
Taka M.
Dear Jo-Lynn and Asher, Thank you for writing such a lovely review. Making our customers smile is my job, so I’m very happy to hear that your son enjoyed it as well. I was a bit worried since it rained the next day, but it sounds like the two of you managed to enjoy shopping together. I look forward to welcoming you back to Japan again!
Deborah R.
“Amazing Day”
Taka was so lively and knowledgeable. We had a great day and he was extremely flexible and accommodating to our last minute changes. Would highly recommend him for anyone - bonus points if you are into wine and want to discuss with him!
Taka M.
Thank you for the wonderful review, Debby! I’m glad you enjoyed the tour. The cherry blossoms were gorgeous under the blue sky — I’m glad we got to see them together. Hope the rest of your travels are just as lovely :)
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