Joined 2019
Ritsuko K.
Available Areas
Tokyo (Living)
Languages
Japanese (Native), English
Response Time
5 hours on average
Availability Updated
Today
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.
Reviews
Irene M.
A half-day Tokyo tour tailored to your preferences
Customized
“Knowledgeable and a great guide! ”
We had a great experience with Ritsuko. Her love for travel and food showed as she took us around Tokyo. She showed us how to use the subway (it's nice to have a local show you the ropes) and took us to some wonderful places at the Tsujiki fish market and some other spots. This type of experience is hands down the way to see Tokyo. I look forward to our next visit there!
Ritsuko K.
Hi Irene, Thank you so much for your positive review. Your feedback means a lot to me, and it was MY pleasure to be your guide. I am also glad Madison enjoyed the salmon and octopus very much. As Tokyo has many more fascinating places to explore, I look forward to welcoming you three back in the future. Take care and stay healthy!
Kristian R.
A one-day Tokyo and Yokohama tour tailored to your preferences
Customized
“reliable and efficient”
I wouldn't normally use a guide but I found Ritsuko to be very flexible, and good company for a revised schedule. Also, a good walker with energy to cover quite a distance so that suited me just fine. Thank you Ritsuko for your professional guiding and best wishes.
Ritsuko K.
Hi Kristian, Thank you very much for your kind words. It was my pleasure to guide you around Tokyo despite the unfortunate change in your plans. I’m glad you enjoyed our revised itinerary including Meiji Shrine and Ueno. Next time, let’s make sure we visit Yokohama as planned. There are many wonderful places to explore, and I look forward to showing you around. All the best!
Angela T.
A one-day Tokyo tour tailored to your preferences
Customized
““Perfect Day in Tokyo””
WOW! A great day visiting the sites in in Tokyo with Ritsuko. After booking with Ritsuko, I received a message from her asking what we wanted to see. I was more interested in Hidden gems, and not so much "in" the city of Tokyo, just the outskirts of Tokyo. She put together a well planned itinerary and made sure we hit a few of the hot spots plus several off the beaten path. Ritsuko was the perfect guide for us; just the right amount of information about the sites without overwhelming us with all the details and history. Her diverse background and knowledge allowed Ritsuko to connect eastern culture with western travelers. She is fluent in English and it was easy to have and hold a conversation with her. We Would highly recommend working/guiding with her if you’re looking to see the sites in Tokyo. it was definitely a sad moment when we departed at the end of the day. We hope one day to reconnect with her back in Japan or her visiting with us in America. Thank you so much for spending the day with both Mark and I.
Ritsuko K.
Hi Angela and Mark, Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a thoughtful and detailed review! I also want to thank you for sharing the lovely photos from our tour. Before meeting in person, your enthusiasm and effort in researching the city impressed me and made our planning process more enjoyable. Also, it means a lot to me that you appreciated the hidden gems which I love. Spending the day with you both felt more like exploring with friends than work. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you ever return to Tokyo. Take care and stay healthy!
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