Joined 2022
Keiko O.
Available Areas
Tokyo (Living), Kamakura, Yokohama
Languages
English, Japanese (Native)
Response Time
6 hours on average
Availability Updated
1 day ago
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!
Categories
Tsukiji Market morning tour for food lovers
Tsukiji Market morning tour for food lovers
Tokyo tour for food lovers & food replica making
Tokyo tour for food lovers & food replica making
Reviews
Alisha N.
“Perfect food tour”
Keiko was an amazing guide that was very knowledgeable about traditional Japanese food. She took us all over the city and even to Yokohama for a ramen making experience that was perfect for the whole family. I highly recommend her!
Keiko O.
Alisha-san, thank you very much for your nice comments! Being a foodie myself, I love doing a tour for guests with special interest in food, so it was indeed a wonderful experience for me too. I wish you all a nice stay in Japan, with a lot more of delicious encounters!
Hans L.
“Keiko brought Tokyo’s spirit to life — unforgettable!”
This was my first trip to Japan, though I’ve long loved Japanese cuisine, literature, and film. I thought I knew Japan — but thanks to Keiko, I truly fell in love with it. Keiko is far more than a guide. With her unique background (“English is made in London, life is made in Japan”), she brings global understanding and deep cultural insight. Her warm, thoughtful presence made our day extraordinary. My husband, who once lived in Tokyo for six years, was amazed by how much Keiko showed us that he had never seen. From a carefully timed visit to observe sumo training, to a peaceful tea ceremony, every moment was authentic and immersive. At midday, Keiko led us through a local street market where we lunched on delicious tempura, yakitori, and oden. Surrounded by locals picking up bento boxes and chatting with friendly vendors, we felt immersed in the real Japanese daily life. One of the highlights was meeting an 83-year-old origami master at his traditional shop and museum. This was not a show, but a sincere and moving exchange. Thanks to Keiko, I didn’t just visit Tokyo — I understood it. I carry home not only memories, but deep love of the Japanese culture and people, as represented by Keiko.. Keiko is truly the best guide you could wish for in Tokyo — not one of the best, but the best.
Keiko O.
Hans-san, Sharon-san, thank you very much for your wonderful comments. Looking back at our conversations which started in February, I am now feeling that the three months I spent on preparing for the three days with you was indeed a great challenge for me. The task was to provide an immersive experience of Tokyo to a first timer, and at the same time entertaining an old hand of this city who lived here for six years half a century ago. So, I began by taking a time-slip back to the good old 60s and 70s, recalling what it was like in those days and trying to find the traces still remaining around us in our daily lives. In the process, I learned a lot of things that I never would have noticed without the cause you provided me, so I am truly thankful to you for giving me this opportunity. Moreover, I feel myself rewarded to hear that I could contribute to increasing Japan fans. Please come back to find more of Tokyo and Japan in the not-too-distant future! Keiko
Hans L.
“After two very interesting days with Keiko O.”
I've spent my entire life in tourism and know a little something about guides :-)... Keiko-San is a very good guide! Her English is excellent, she is friendly and polite and knows what guides need to know - plus she knows everything about Japanese food! We had a very good time, ejnoyed her company and booked her again in a few days from now. She gets a 5 out of 5! Hans and Sharon
Keiko O.
Hans-san, Sharon-san, thank you very much for your kind words! The pleasure was mine indeed because I, too, enjoyed talking with you, comparing our cultures and customs. I hope I can live up to your expectation the next time and wish you a nice stay in Japan.
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