About Tour Guide Takahiro I.

“The best day I have ever had in Japan.”

I was in Tokyo for business and had a free day. I hired Takahiro to show me the city. I had an amazing time and would probably have only seen 10-20% of what I did, had I done it on my own. Takahiro speaks perfect English, having worked for some time in the UK and US. He will meet you at your hotel and drop you back there at the end of the trip. We used the trains and Metro, which are really efficient. Takahiro is incredibly flexible and will show you whatever you wish to see, if you have any requests. We had a great lunch at a local restaurant which I would never have gone to on my own. This was the best day I had ever had in Japan (this was my 5th visit), and by the end of the trip, talking to Takahiro felt like talking to a friend I had known for some time.

Takahiro I.

(4 reviews)

Dear Michael, Thank you very much for your generous review. I am delighted to hear that you enjoyed your day in Tokyo and that the tour helped you see much more than you could have managed on your own. It was a real pleasure to guide you, from the older Edo atmosphere of Asakusa and Ryogoku to the modern Meiji Shrine and Shibuya area, with many conversations along the way. I also very much enjoyed our lunch and the chance to exchange views throughout the day. I am especially grateful for your kind words about the tour feeling like time spent with a friend. That is one of the things I most hope to achieve as a guide. With best wishes, Takahiro

Simon W.

5 / 5

Jul 1, 2023

5 hours flexible Tokyo guide

Jul 1, 2023

Tokyo

4 hours 30 mins

Customized

“Excellent taste of Japan on my first trip, thank you Tom.”

I had Takahiro as a guide for my first trip to Tokyo and I thoroughly enjoyed the day. We visited Asakusa and explored the Temple and Shinto shrine with Tom (as he asked me to call him) explaining the fascinating details as we went. He was very knowledgable in all areas and his English is impeccable, having worked and lived in UK in his younger years. I never felt rushed and Tom's flexibility and patience was appreciated as I browsed the stalls to find souvenirs to take home. We took the river boat to Yasuda Park and the Sumo Arena and had a peaceful walk through the beautiful gardens. Tom helped with every aspect of the trip (subway navigation especially) and it was a lovely first taste of the history of Tokyo and it has definitely made me want to come back again. Thanks so much Tom, we will see you again on our next visit.

Takahiro I.

(4 reviews)

Thank you Simon for your kind review. I'm glad that you enjoyed your first and short trip to Japan. Japan has so much to offer to visitors to Japan. History starting from the Jomon people from 14000 B.C. to modern times, religious and cultural heritage, architecture, gardens to name a few. I look forward to welcoming you back to Japan in the near future. Thanks again for having me as your guide.

“Extremely friendly tour guide with a lot of enthusiasm and great knowledge”

Takahiro showed temples and shrines in Tokyo and taught us interesting things about Japanese culture. It was great being with him as he is super flexible, friendly and enthusiastic to show us around. He has great knowledge and very good English. Thank you Takahiro for this great day!

Takahiro I.

(4 reviews)

Dear Nadine, Thank you for taking a moment to write this review. I really enjoyed being with you and your family. I sincerely hope that you are enjoying the rest of your tour and wish you and your family all the best. Kind regards Takahiro