Joined 2016
Lisa W.
Available Areas
Kyoto, Nara, Osaka (Living)
Languages
Japanese (Native), English
Response Time
18 hours on average
Availability Updated
4 days ago
About Tour Guide Lisa W.
Hi everyone! My name is Lisa.
Thank you very much for checking out my profile.
I am originally from Osaka, Japan, and completed my Bachelor’s Degree from Kyoto Prefecture University in architecture. During my stay in Kyoto I volunteered as a tour guide for foreign visitors.
After graduation I moved to Tokyo and worked in the marketing and promotions field. On weekends I continued to work as a tour guide volunteer in Tokyo.
I have also studied at the University of California, Irvine and worked for a tech company in Anaheim California. It was great oppotuniay for me to see Japan from foreigner's perspective.
My happiness for meeting new people and learning my own culture through guiding foreign visitors kept increasing and that made me decide to become a professional tour guide.
I offer tailor-made tours for individuals or groups. I have met a lot of wonderful people through tour guiding and look forward to the many more friends I will make.
My strength is the stock of Japan's historical and architectural knowledge, which I believe makes your Japan experience fun and interesting especially when you are visiting Japan's old capitals.
During my tour I will share with you historical contents of places or structures you are visiting so that you can understand the reason why you meet present Japan. I have friendly and mindful nature which will make your Japan experience greater!
Please feel free to message me if you have any question about your Japan trip!
Hope to see you soon in my tour.
Best,
Lisa
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Categories
【7hours】Time Travel Tour in Kyoto
【7hours】Time Travel Tour in Kyoto
【7hours】Time Travel Tour in Kyoto Part2
【7hours】Time Travel Tour in Kyoto Part2
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[Kyoto Highlights] Eastern and Central Kyoto
[Kyoto Highlights] Eastern and Central Kyoto
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[Kyoto Highlights ] Western Kyoto
[Kyoto Highlights ] Western Kyoto
Reviews
Mack M.
“Highly Recommended Japanese Guide”
Lisa Watanabe is the best Japanese guide I have ever met--and one on the best guides I have ever encountered anywhere in the world. And I routinely travel with guides all over the world. Lisa has traveled and worked internationally, so she is familiar with many different travelers' cultures and needs. Having been born and university-educated in Japan, Lisa is extraordinarily knowledgeable about all aspects of Japanese history and culture and genuinely enjoys sharing Japan with her clients--as well as seeking to understand her clients' own cultures. Lisa is extraordinarily kind, patient, and flexible and takes pride in fulfilling her clients' special requests. She takes a genuine and sincere interest in her clients' personal experiences and interests, and is a wonderful conversationalist and a very calming presence. If you are looking for that very special Japanese guide who will work with you to create your own personal dream trip in Japan, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Lisa Watanabe. She has certainly arranged and guided my ideal 3-day tour of Kyoto, Japan's beautiful traditional cultural capital.
Vinil D.
“Title: A Truly Exceptional Guide – Lisa-san Was Like Family!”
We had the absolute pleasure of having Lisa-san as our guide during our family trip to Japan, and we couldn’t have asked for anyone better. She was not just knowledgeable and professional, but incredibly warm, kind, and patient. From Kyoto to Nara to Osaka to Hiroshima, Lisa-san handled every detail with care and a smile. What truly stood out was how she made us feel like family. She anticipated our needs, offered thoughtful suggestions, and always went the extra mile to ensure we were comfortable and happy. With a group of 17, that’s no easy task – but Lisa-san made it seem effortless. Thank you, Lisa-san, for being such a wonderful part of our Japan journey. We return home with beautiful memories, thanks to your presence and support. Highly recommended! – Vinil David
Jaime M.
“Fantastic guide in Kyoto and Osaka”
Lisa was extremely well organised and accommodated all of our changing preferences along the trip. Impressive knowledge of history and culture. Very good command of English. Polite, pleasant and intelligent. Definitely recommend.
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