Joined 2019
Ritsuko K.
Available Areas
Tokyo (Living)
Languages
Japanese (Native), English
Response Time
5 hours on average
Availability Updated
1 day ago
About Tour Guide Ritsuko K.
Hi, I'm Ritsuko, a national licensed tour guide. I was born and raised in Tokyo.
As Tokyo is a city of many faces, I hope you will discover your hidden gems during the tour.
I love to wander around the shops and places downtown and one of my hobbies is to find daily-use products made in Japan. So I can select unique souvenirs for you within your budget!
I am football-mad and have been to every FIFA World Cup except one tournament since 1998.
I also love to go island hopping in Asia. That's why I have been to over 30 countries.
Wherever I went, people were so kind to me. So, it's my turn.
I will do my best to make your tour a memorable one!
Hope to hear from you soon.
Important
I am available 7 days a week, but if you prefer popular tourist destinations, please select weekdays. Additionally, my tours have a minimum duration of 5 hours.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Categories
A one-day tour covering major spots in Tokyo for your first visit
My tours are essentially tailor-made, but I have listed a model tour due to this site's rules. It is designed for first-time visitors who want to explore Tokyo’s must-see spots. If you’d like to visit other places, feel free to send me a message—I’d be happy to create a personalized tour just for you!
A one-day tour to explore Kamakura’s major spots
Kamakura is just about an hour's train ride from Tokyo Station, making it a perfect destination for a day trip. This historic city is home to ancient shrines and temples, offering a glimpse into Japan’s rich cultural heritage.
Reviews
Nicholas K.
“A very good day”
An excellent guided day to Hakone covering the main sites.( and all done via the bullet train from Tokyo!) Thank you very much Ritsuko.
Ritsuko K.
Hi Nicholas & Susan, Thank you very much for your kind review. It's my pleasure that your last day in Japan was memorable. As you felt the essence of Hakone, I hope you can stay overnight and enjoy the hot springs next time. Wishing you all the best and safe travels back to England!
Kristi C.
“Charming and through”
The tour was tailor made for us. It was a wonderful day. She helped us navigate the subway, made shopping easy and found some great treats. Ritsuko used our 7 hours efficiently.
Ritsuko K.
Hi Kristi and Mark, Thank you so much for your kind words and lovely review. It was my pleasure to spend your last full day in Japan together. I hope you enjoyed the yakitori dinner afterward as well! Please come back, maybe in a different season, to enjoy another side of Tokyo. Take care and stay healthy.
Meredith H.
“Incredible Mother & Daughter Tokyo Tour ”
We spent our first day in Tokyo with Ritsuko and had an incredible day. I highly recommend doing this for anyone a bit anxious about navigating the trains etc. Ritsuko’s communication prior to the tour was excellent and she asked lots of questions about our interests to plan the perfect day! From helping us get our Welcome Suica cards to visiting Meiji Shrine & designing T-Shirts at Uniqlo, then wandering Harijuku and a delicious sushi lunch. Ritsuko’s knowledge, patience and careful planning made the day so enjoyable. I highly recommend Ritsuko!
Ritsuko K.
Hi Meredith and Queenie, Thank you so much for your lovely review! I’m delighted you and Queenie enjoyed your first day in Tokyo — from creating custom T-shirts and trying conveyor belt sushi to tasting that colorful cotton candy in Harajuku! Also, don’t forget to write down your wish and keep the omamori (amulet) from Meiji Shrine with you, either in your bag or in your room. I also had a wonderful time exploring the city with you two. It was such a pleasure to share those fun experiences and help you feel more at ease navigating Tokyo. I hope your journey through Japan continues to be filled with great discoveries, delicious food, and unforgettable memories. Wishing you both a fantastic adventure ahead! All the best
Other Popular Tour Guides in Tokyo
Yuko O.
Hello, potential tourists! I'm Yuko, Yokohama local tour guide with English government license. I have been living in Yokohama for 40 years, and have been working in Tokyo for 35 years; 20 years as a business person,10 years as a teacher, then I became a tour guide in 2015. Yokohama is a major port city, and the 2nd largest city in Japan. It is one of the most popular sightseeing spots for Japanese tourists as well. However, for non-Japanese guests who are to experience things unique to Japan, without a tour guide, it could not be so stimulating, - a beautiful harbor, traditional garden, fashionable shopping mall, which could be likely to appear not so different from Tokyo, or other Western or Asian port cities. Actually, Yokohama is very special for Japan ! Without Yokohama, Japan would not have been developed into what it is now! Would you find real attraction of Yokohama with me ? Also I'm familiar with Tokyo, an urban city and Kamakura, an ancient city. See you in Yokohama, Japan!
Yoshi S.
Hello, I'm Yoshi!! I started my second career as a tour guide after retiring from the Japanese computer company I had worked for about 40 years. I was born in Asakusa and grew up in down town in Tokyo. I’m married with two daughters and three grandchildren, two girls and a boy. I've experienced guiding international visitors in Tokyo and other famous sightseeing spots as a guide for several years. I will be so happy to help you enjoy your stay in Japan. Look forward to joining my tour!!
Hiroshi S.
Hello, I'm Hiroshi. I am a National Government Licensed Tour Guide Interpreter in English. I have got a master's degree in Computer Science at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in the U.S. I have been living in a city of Fujisawa, which is the city next to Kamakura, for more than 20 years, and also lived in Kamakura for more than 10 years. So far, I have visited almost all the temples and shrines in Kamakura. So I am sure I can offer you a pleasant trip to the historical city, Kamakura. In addition to Kamakura, I can also guide Tokyo, Yokohama, Hakone, Nikko, etc. because I have visited many places in Kanto area. For example, in Tokyo I can show you around the sightseeing spots such as Asakusa, Tsukiji, Imperial Palace, Meiji Shrine, Tokyo Skytree, etc. I like baseball and used to play baseball, but now enjoy watching professional baseball games. And I like watching Rakugo, Japanese traditional story-telling performance. Of course, I also like travelling very much, and am interested in Japanese culture and history. So I would like to show you Japanese tradition and culture. Let’s enjoy a trip in Japan together. I am looking forward to seeing you soon.
