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Drink like a local!

Mt.Fuji loves me, as I'm her area!

Why not try Yukata!

Kamakura, my favorite day trip.

I often do Mt.Fuji or Hakone. Refer the map to understand location difference.

I love 4 seasons!

Enjoy together even in the rain.

Kimono rental in Asakusa

Samurai Ninja museum recommended!

Fun experience and good learning history!

Maccha ceremony by antique tea bowl

Calligraphy workshop

Bring your name in Japanese as souvenir!

Tailor-made Ukiyoe workshop. Feel free to ask me!

Kind Ukiyoe master is your teacher. Feel free to ask me!

You can bring your Ukiyoe after workshop.

Why not try delicious fluffy pancake and meals!?

Sakura cherry blossoms at Ueno prak.

[Car OPTION] Our family car Toyota Alphard

[Car OPTION] Spacious 7 seater minivan

At Imperial Palace.

Asakusa's Senso-ji temple at night.

Ginza

If night life in Tokyo, Shinjuku is the answer!

Meiji-jingu shrine. Surrounded by 100 years forest. Sacred atmosphere in the very center of town.

Sumida boat cruise is always my favorite.

Many beautiful Japanese-style gardens in Tokyo in each season.

Worldly known Shibuya Crossing. Hachi-ko dog statue is just nearby.

Akihabara electric town. Sub-culture (Otaku) Mecca!

Yanaka is local neighborhood, retaining the old town atmosphere. Get lost in small narrow alleys.

Joined 2019

Kaori S.

4.98 / 5

(119 reviews)

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Tokyo (Living), Kamakura, Hakone, Nikko, Mount Fuji

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Japanese (Native), English

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5 hours on average

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About Tour Guide Kaori S.

Kon-ni-chi-wa. Hello! I'm Kaori, having lived in Tokyo for more than 20 years since I got married to a photographer who lives here. Originally from Shizuoka prefecture which has Mt.Fuji, the highest mountain in Japan. I took 2 working-holiday-visa stays in my younger days. One is in Toronto, Canada, and another is Australia touring by motorcycle. One year respectively.

I love travel both international and domestic. I myself love travel freely. That's how I love helping individual travelers like you. Love nature, gardens, trekking, greenery, also anime. My favorite is taking you to the off-the-beaten tracks where I love and sharing my seasonal favorites.

I'm happy to make tailor-made tours only for you (up to 4 people) upon your request.

・Half Day as you like (up to 4 hours) : 40,000 JPY

・Full Day as you like (up to 8 hours) : 64,000 JPY

・Extra hour over 8hours : 6,000 JPY/hour

I often spend multiple days with the same group to accommodate itinerary for multi days by including my seasonal favorites.

I often do Mt.Fuji or Hakone tour. In many cases, the locations are mixed up between Mt.Fuji Five Lakes area and Hakone area, which are not the same place. Please refer to the map I uploaded on gallery to check the sites you are interested in. Also my blogs will help your understanding both areas - "The location difference of Mt.Fuji (Fuji Five Lakes) and Hakone".

As a national government licensed guide, I've got deep knowledge of Japanese culture and history. I really enjoy talking about the way of life with people from different cultures. I'm quite an outgoing person, ( but organized well! ), easy to get along with anybody, including small kids to teenagers. Can't wait to see you soon!

Important

- I'm FULLY BOOKED on 2026 MARCH & APRIL. Sorry for inconvenince. Kindly make an inquiry only for my available days.

- I offer tours up to 4 People to maximize each person's experience.

- I'm Tokyo based. My tours basically start/end in Tokyo. If you like to start/end outside Tokyo 23 wards, kindly cover my transportation fee from/to there. Thank you for understanding.

- For Mt.Fuji or Hakone, refer to the map of location on gallery.

Tours

All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!

Tokyo One-day As You Like with Kaori

This tour fits all, from first timers to repeaters who love local experiences. You can choose what you like from spots listed, or I can pick up for you if you don't have clue. Just let me know your preferences. I can make a good combination of old and modern, major and local. Tokyo has a lot more besides the list. As full day tour (up to 8h), please pick up 3 or 4 spots. Or you can request specific spot not on the list. "Enjoy together with fun learning" is what you can expect with me.

Tokyo One-day As You Like with Kaori

FROM$409/ per group

Tokyo

4 hours

Tokyo Half-day As You Like with Kaori

This tour fits all, from first timers to repeaters who love local experiences. You can choose what you like from spots listed, or I can pick up for you if you don't have clue. Just let me know your preferences. I can make a good combination of old and modern, major and local. Tokyo has a lot more to experience besides the list. As half day tour, please pick up 1 or 2 spots. Or you can request specific spot not on the list. "Enjoy together with fun learning" is what you can expect with me.

Tokyo Half-day As You Like with Kaori

FROM$255/ per group

Private Mt.Fuji -one day trip from Tokyo with Kaori

Mount Fuji

11 hrs 30 mins

Private Mt.Fuji -one day trip from Tokyo with Kaori

Private Mt.Fuji only for your group, starts/ends at Tokyo. Basic plan takes Express Train from Shinjuku to Kawaguchi-ko (one of the Fuji 5 Lakes). Transportation options are available upon your preferences. *Make an inquiry one month prior for train booking. Car Option is recommended as public transportation at the destination is not good. If with public transportation, we might need to take a taxi occasionally to escape from too packed local buses. I'll support you to move smoothly.

Private Mt.Fuji -one day trip from Tokyo with Kaori

FROM$485/ per group

Tokyo

8 hours

Tokyo Highlights for first timers with Kaori

If you have only one day for Tokyo, this is for you! Covering most major spots in your limited time. ・Asakusa - Senso-ji Temple, Nakamise ・Tsukiji Market (lunch) ・Meiji jingu Shrine ・Harajuku ・Shibuya (Or Ginza is possible) Basically walking tour, using public transportation, but we can take a taxi occasionally upon your request.

Tokyo Highlights for first timers with Kaori

FROM$383/ per group

Tokyo

8 hours

Western Tokyo Highlights -Shibuya, Harajuku, Meiji-jingu more!

If you have more than 2 days in Tokyo, exploring one day in East, one day in West would be recommended, since Tokyo is such a huge city. This tour is basically walking tour, using public transportation, but we can take a taxi occasionally upon your request. My Western highlights is more with modern, young, Kawaii culture, and Eastern one is more with tradition and samurai history. Both are making today's Tokyo. Don't forget to check my Eastern Highlights too!

Western Tokyo Highlights -Shibuya, Harajuku, Meiji-jingu more!

FROM$383/ per group

Kamakura

9 hours

Private Kamakura - One day trip from Tokyo with Kaori

A private Kamakura with flexibility. Kamakura is one of the most popular day-trip destinations, located just one hour south of Tokyo. This coastal city used to be the center of Japan during the 12th to 14th century, where first Samurai government ruled. Zen (meditation) Buddhism flourished here with Zen style rock gardens, making Kamakura unique place. Seasonal Special OPTIONs【 Enoshima Island Lit-up Events 】, check the details on itinerary. Winter : November 22, 2025 to February 28, 2026

Private Kamakura - One day trip from Tokyo with Kaori

FROM$479/ per group

Tokyo

8 hours

Tokyo One-day As You Like with Kaori

This tour fits all, from first timers to repeaters who love local experiences. You can choose what you like from spots listed, or I can pick up for you if you don't have clue. Just let me know your preferences. I can make a good combination of old and modern, major and local. Tokyo has a lot more besides the list. As full day tour (up to 8h), please pick up 3 or 4 spots. Or you can request specific spot not on the list. "Enjoy together with fun learning" is what you can expect with me.

Tokyo One-day As You Like with Kaori

FROM$409/ per group

Tokyo

4 hours

Tokyo Half-day As You Like with Kaori

This tour fits all, from first timers to repeaters who love local experiences. You can choose what you like from spots listed, or I can pick up for you if you don't have clue. Just let me know your preferences. I can make a good combination of old and modern, major and local. Tokyo has a lot more to experience besides the list. As half day tour, please pick up 1 or 2 spots. Or you can request specific spot not on the list. "Enjoy together with fun learning" is what you can expect with me.

Tokyo Half-day As You Like with Kaori

FROM$255/ per group

Mount Fuji

11 hrs 30 mins

Private Mt.Fuji -one day trip from Tokyo with Kaori

Private Mt.Fuji only for your group, starts/ends at Tokyo. Basic plan takes Express Train from Shinjuku to Kawaguchi-ko (one of the Fuji 5 Lakes). Transportation options are available upon your preferences. *Make an inquiry one month prior for train booking. Car Option is recommended as public transportation at the destination is not good. If with public transportation, we might need to take a taxi occasionally to escape from too packed local buses. I'll support you to move smoothly.

Private Mt.Fuji -one day trip from Tokyo with Kaori

FROM$485/ per group

Tokyo

8 hours

Tokyo Highlights for first timers with Kaori

If you have only one day for Tokyo, this is for you! Covering most major spots in your limited time. ・Asakusa - Senso-ji Temple, Nakamise ・Tsukiji Market (lunch) ・Meiji jingu Shrine ・Harajuku ・Shibuya (Or Ginza is possible) Basically walking tour, using public transportation, but we can take a taxi occasionally upon your request.

Tokyo Highlights for first timers with Kaori

FROM$383/ per group

Tokyo

8 hours

Western Tokyo Highlights -Shibuya, Harajuku, Meiji-jingu more!

If you have more than 2 days in Tokyo, exploring one day in East, one day in West would be recommended, since Tokyo is such a huge city. This tour is basically walking tour, using public transportation, but we can take a taxi occasionally upon your request. My Western highlights is more with modern, young, Kawaii culture, and Eastern one is more with tradition and samurai history. Both are making today's Tokyo. Don't forget to check my Eastern Highlights too!

Western Tokyo Highlights -Shibuya, Harajuku, Meiji-jingu more!

FROM$383/ per group

Kamakura

9 hours

Private Kamakura - One day trip from Tokyo with Kaori

A private Kamakura with flexibility. Kamakura is one of the most popular day-trip destinations, located just one hour south of Tokyo. This coastal city used to be the center of Japan during the 12th to 14th century, where first Samurai government ruled. Zen (meditation) Buddhism flourished here with Zen style rock gardens, making Kamakura unique place. Seasonal Special OPTIONs【 Enoshima Island Lit-up Events 】, check the details on itinerary. Winter : November 22, 2025 to February 28, 2026

Private Kamakura - One day trip from Tokyo with Kaori

FROM$479/ per group

Reviews

Jessica F.

5 / 5

Dec 22, 2025

Tokyo One-day As You Like with Kaori

Dec 22, 2025

Tokyo

8 hours

“Exciting and informative tour of East side Tokyo!”

We could not have chosen a better tour guide for our first ever family trip to Tokyo! Kaori-san is very nice, funny and felt like a part of our family for the day! She lets you set the pace and gives lots of insight into Japanese history and culture. We strolled through Tsujiki market and sampled many delicious street foods, enjoyed playing with animals at a cafe is Asakusa, got our fortunes at a Buddhist temple and browsed anime in Akiba! We recommend Kaori to everyone ! You will not be disappointed and might even wish she could stay with you longer!

Kaori S.

Thank you very much for taking your precious time during your stay in Japan to give me the warmest review. Also THANK YOU for sharing the wonderful photos here! We had a fun introductory tour like a family while navigating Tokyo’s public translation for your own travel later. It was great pleasure to talk with each of you who had much love in Japan and Japanese culture. I was happy to see your kids were delighted to do and buy what they had wanted. Wishing you a memorable fun journey ahead for all of you! Arigatou gozai mashita (the past sentence of "arigatou gozai masu") Big hugs, Kaori

Mark P.

5 / 5

Dec 18, 2025

Tokyo One-day As You Like with Kaori

Dec 18, 2025

Tokyo

2 days

“Wonderful second trip”

This is my second time going for tour with Kaori-San while learning about the history and culture of Japan was wonderful. Ill always book Kaori-San when I come to Tokyo area for tour. Its most recommended.

Kaori S.

Thank you for taking time to write the excellent review and kindest recommendation, Mark-san! It was the great pleasure to meet you again since we had 4 days together in 2023. Next time, maybe Kamakura and other places! Japan has lots to offer! Can’t wait to speak with you more in Japanese! Arigatou gozaimashita. Matane! ありがとうございました。またね! Big hugs, Kaori

Barbara B.

5 / 5

Dec 3, 2025

Private Kamakura - One day trip from Tokyo with Kaori

Dec 3, 2025

Kamakura

12 hours

“Fabulous Tokyo discovery with Kaori”

I had a delightful tour with Kaori who willingly changed the itinerary to accommodate my desire to focus on art and architecture. So we visited beautiful, tranquil Nezu Museum and stunning teamLab Borderless interactive digital art museum. Kaori was a joy to be with, she is very knowledgeable, friendly, super flexible and took very good care of me. Thanks for a brilliant last day of my trip in Japan. Barbara

Kaori S.

Thank you so much for taking your precious time while you are still in Japan to give the warmest review for me. I’m delighted to hear you had a brilliant day as the last day of your one month trip to Japan. Also, THANK YOU for giving me the opportunity to enjoy the seasonal beauty of my favorite museums and Christmas illumination. It made a memorable moment on me too to share the special moment with you. Can’t wait to see you again on your next visit to Japan! Big hugs, Kaori