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Joined 2019
Naoko S.
Available Areas
Tokyo (Living)
Languages
English
Response Time
12 hours on average
Availability Updated
3 days ago
About Tour Guide Naoko S.
Hi, I am Naoko . Please call me NAOKO. I was born in Tokyo but I have lived in Sendai, Osaka, Nagoya and Kobe because of job transfer of my husband. Because of that, I have travelled almost all over Japan. When I was junior in the university, I went to Los Angeles to study English for one and a half month. I met and talk to many foreigners there. We coluld exchange information about own country.To understsnd their country was interesting. I like to travel. I went to the U.S., England, France, Hungry, Belgium, Australia, Veitnam and so on. I got tourist guide licence to introduce Japan. I have been doing as a volunteer guide in four years. I notice enjoyment to contact with foreigners through guide service.
Important
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Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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Reviews
Nicola H.
“Tokyo in monsoonal rain”
Whilst Naoko is a lovely individual her English skills are only average. She was extremely willing, brought us umbrellas as the weather was monsoonal, but she is not a tour guide and was unable to adequately talk about Japan, its customs and traditions, its history or culture. She offered us a rebate as we cut the tour short by almost 50% but we have received nothing.
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Naoko S.
Hi, Nicola Thank you for your mail. Do you enjoy cruising around Japan? I am sorry not to explain fully about Japan. I think I will refund 40 % if you want refund for the tour? Thanks, NAOKO
Ana M.
“Thoughtful, Experienced, Generous ”
Touring Tokyo with Naoko felt like comfortable fun. She is knowledgeable, insightful, and wise.
Naoko S.
I am pleased that you enjoyed the tour. Thanks, NAOKO
Sarah S.
“pleasant and informative”
I had a very nice day with Naoko around Tokyo. she is very friendle and knowledgable with excellent English! I would not have been able to fir in quite so much had I not had a guide and navigating the transport system with ease! Although we missed out visiting the palace fromn the itinerary we still had a wonderful day. Throughout the process Naoko was helpful and willing to customise to my requirements. I highly recommend her!
Naoko S.
Hi, Sara. Thank you for your wonderful message. I also have a nice time with you. Do you have a pleasnt time with your sister's family now. If you have a chance to come back to Japan again, please contact me. Have a nice time in Italy.
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