Keiko O.
Available Areas
Tokyo (Living), Kamakura, Yokohama
Languages
English, Japanese (Native)
Response Time
7 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
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!
Keiko O. Japan Tour Reviews
“A Morning at Tsukiji for Foodies”
My family, my friends, and I spent an amazing morning with Keiko-san at Tsukiji market. If it wasn’t for her we would not have tried all the foods and snacks that we did (and love!) She did all that she could to make sure all our needs and wants were met, while educating us on history of the market and the local area. She was kind enough to “drop us off” in Ginza at a unique coffee bar. If going to Tsukiji market for the first time, I’d highly recommend Keiko as your guide!
Keiko O.
(30 reviews)Thank you very much, Kelly-san, for your wonderful comments! It was indeed a pleasure to have two delightful families like you as my guest. I hope you would continue exploring local delicacies wherever you go, because Japan is indeed a treasure trove of all kinds of food. And I wish you good luck in trying Japanese cooking, with the dashi soup!
Richard K.
Extra hour for 'Tsukiji Market morning tour for food lovers'
Customized
“Really enjoyable tour with Keiko”
We visited the Buddhist temple, business district, Tsukiji market and the Imperial Gardens. Keiko was a very good guide - good English , really knowledgable and full of insights into the history and culture of everywhere we visited. Also a thumbs up for all the recommendations of which market stalls to eat from. The tour was also made really easy as Keiko met us at our hotel and guided us through the subway network and changes between the lines. I’d recommend Keiko
Keiko O.
(30 reviews)Richard-san, Helen-san, thank you very much for your wonderful comments! I hope I could introduce at least some of the features of Japan, including an introduction to our rich food culture, and that you will be coming across a lot more as you cruise around and visit many other parts of Japan. Please continue enjoying our country - it's the best season now!
Joyce L.
6-hour tour of old and new Tokyo (day 1: Tsukiji, Imperial Palace, Asakusa, etc)
Customized
“Great touring with Keiko today”
Great experience with Keiko today. She was very professional and had a good of humor after we spent the day together.
Keiko O.
(30 reviews)Joyce-san, thank you very much for your nice comments. I greatly enjoyed walking and talking with you today and look forward to having another pleasant day together!