Joined 2018
Taka M.
Available Areas
Tokyo (Living), Yokohama
Languages
English
Response Time
3 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!
Categories
Taka's Tokyo "As you like" One Day Tour
Taka's Tokyo "As you like" One Day Tour
Taka's Tokyo Hipster Winery Tour
Taka's Tokyo Hipster Winery Tour
Taka's Excursion from Tokyo to Yokohama
Taka's Excursion from Tokyo to Yokohama
Reviews
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!
Allison C.
“One Day Tokyo Tour with Taka”
Taka was a great guide and customized our day! thanks Taka!
Taka M.
You are welcome, Allison. I'm glad that your stay in Japan has become a wonderful memory for you!
Julie B.
“Excellent day in Tokyo with Taka”
Prior to our visit we were advised that Tokyo can feel very overwhelming so we decided to book a private guide for the day. This was the best decision we could have made as our guide Taka was so helpful, removing all of the stress of travelling around such a busy city and seeing many of the sites that we would never have found on our own. Taka was so helpful and obliging, he asked us what we woud like to see and taylored our day to fit everything in. We even managed some relaxation in the park enjoying the cherry blossom My husband and I had a fabulous day with Taka, he gave us confidence & advise on where we should visit on our final day of our time in Tokyo. We high;y recommend booking Taka as your private guide whilst visiting Tokyo and if we return would definitaley book another tour with him. Thankyou for leaving us with great memories of Tokyo. Julie & Kevin Bourne
Taka M.
Dear Julie and Kevin, thank you so much for your kind review! I am really happy to hear you enjoyed our time together. I'd love to guide you again if you ever return to Tokyo. Thanks a bunch!
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