Joined 2022
Keiko O.
Available Areas
Tokyo (Living), Kamakura, Yokohama
Languages
English, Japanese (Native)
Response Time
6 hours on average
Availability Updated
Today
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About Tour Guide Keiko O.
Hello! I’m Keiko.
The memories of travels are somehow linked with foods: I absolutely agree with this. How about you? Travel and food are the two things I love, and I would be delighted to share my passion with you!
Before becoming a government licensed guide, I worked for 40 years as a bank manager. Throughout my career, I was always in contact with overseas, communicating with many people from across the world. Also, I lived in London for 3 years and went to elementary school there. Having such a background, I naturally became very much interested in cross-cultural exchange. Whenever I travel abroad, I always try to experience local culture, because it gives me a chance to encounter many interesting things.
As a guide, I wish to not only introduce the beauties and wonders of Japan, but also to take you on a first-hand experience tour of our country, especially focusing on Japanese culinary culture. It will be nice if you can take home what you experienced here and enjoy cooking Japanese dishes in your county – a lasting souvenir! My 40 years’ experience in traditional Japanese kaiseki cuisine might be helpful here.
Come and explore Tokyo with me!
Important
・I am basically available from Thursday through Sunday. As for Monday through Wednesday, please contact me for availability.
・Some of the experiences/visits require prior reservation. Please send a direct message to me before booking a tour.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Tsukiji Market morning tour for food lovers
This is an invitation to a tasty and lively food experience at the No. 1 market, Tsukiji. The place is a treasure trove of delicious seafood, so let's sample some of the ’catch of the day’, sold fresh or skewered and grilled at the store front!
Tokyo tour for food lovers & food replica making
Would you like to explore the 'food capital' of Japan? This is a food-themed tour, which takes you to ①Tsukiji, the bustling fish and vegetable market, ②Ginza, the elegant shopping area where food takes on a different note, ③Asakusa, an old temple town with traditional sweets, and ④Kappabashi, the 'kitchen town', where you can make your own food replica!
Reviews
Susan B.
Full day tour of old and new Tokyo (Tsukiji, Akihabara and Asakusa)
Customized
“A great introduction to Tokyo with Keiko”
Keiko was very helpful and listened carefully to what we wanted from the tour. She met us in the hotel reception. Keiko was very informative, her knowledge was very good. We enjoyed a lovely first day ever in Tokyo and felt we had a wonderful introduction. Thank you Keiko!
Keiko O.
(39 reviews)Susan-san, Paul-san, thank you very much for your wonderful comments! I hope I was able to fully introduce to you the various aspects of Tokyo. Since we have so many interesting places, I hope you will come back and continue exploring this megacity sometime in the not-too-distant future.
“Wonderful day with Keiko”
Keiko showed us around the fish market and the Imperial garden. She knew the history of both and shared a lot of interesting facts. We had the opportunity to try many new dishes. The garden was beautiful and she knew a lot about the design of the original palace. We had a great day with Keiko!
Keiko O.
(39 reviews)Julie-san, thank you very much for your wonderful comments! It was indeed my pleasure to show you around the market and the garden, two of my favorite places, and I am glad to know that you have enjoyed both of them. Japan has a rich and diverse food culture. I hope you will try various things and encounter new delicious tastes during your stay in Japan.
“A tour with Keiko is essential for understanding Japan!”
The morning with Keiko at Tsukiji Market was fascinating due to her perfect English and extensive knowledge of the culture and cuisine. She also shares a lovely relationship with some of the shop keepers in her kind and humble way. I am forever grateful for the memories of our tour.
Keiko O.
(39 reviews)Kym-san, thank you very much for your wonderful review! I not only enjoyed walking with you on the tour day, but also was excited to be shared some thrilling moments during your planning for the trip, like winning in the Toyosu lottery. You have indeed planned everything into minute details, so I'm sure you have fully enjoyed all your adventures. For your next trip to Japan, please be sure to include meeting manta rays in Okinawa!
