Joined 2022
Available Areas
Tokyo (Living), Kamakura, Yokohama
Languages
English, Japanese (Native)
Response Time
6 hours on average
Availability Updated
1 day ago
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!
・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.
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Zvi L.
“The second excellent lovely and interesting day with Keiko”
We were today for the second day of private tour with Keiko. Today, as it was during the first day, we had a very interesting, pleasant and informative tour with Keiko. Her knowledge, pleasant and informative explanations made it for us a very nice day. We even received from Keiko very helpfull tips for our tomorrow independent tour day. For me it is clear: if you visit Tokyo without Keyko, you did not really visit Tokyo !! Keiko-san, on behslf of all of us, thank you.
Keiko O.
Zvi-san, once again I thank you very much for your very nice comments. I am really encouraged by the feedback of my tour, because it gives me the motivation and enthusiasm for the next task. Walking two days with such a lovely family was not only enjoyable but also very fruitful, as I did learn a lot about your culture, too. I hope someday I will have another opportunity of welcoming you back to Tokyo!
Zvi L.
“Excellent and interesting day”
We had a very pleasant and interesting day with Keoko. Her knowledge and presentation of Tokyo, its history, culture and art was something to remember many years. Keiko was sensitive to all our requests and we simply enjoyed it very much with her. We are going to meet with her tomorrow for the second guided day in Tokyo and we look forward with interest to meet with her.
Keiko O.
Zvi-san, thank you very much for your wonderful comments. It was indeed enjoyable to walk with such a lovely family, and I am honored to be given your kind words. I hope you will be blessed with a fine weather for your remaining days in Tokyo!
Alice Y.
“This was our first time in Japan. Keiko made it memorable!”
Keiko was on time and prepared to greet us. She guided us through the Tsujiki seafood market, Imperial Palace, Meiji Jingu Shrine and Harajuku. She was very knowledgeable and gave us a lot of history and explanation of the locations. It felt great to have a local take us around. Keiko organized the trip very well. It was a rainy day but we managed fine. My family of four used her for a second day. We went to Ueno Park, Sensoji Temple, Tokyo Skytree and Yanaka. Keiko set up a tea ceremony, per request, and it was delightful. The hosts were so welcoming and kind. Our experience with Keiko has been truly memorable. My kids miss her already!
Keiko O.
Alice-san, John-san, Zoe-san and Cady-san, it was indeed a pleasure for me to walk two days with your wonderful family! The first day was a battle with the rain, so I was so very much wishing for a nice weather for the second day - and the result, YOU BROUGHT US THE SUN! I tried to introduce both the old side and modern side of Tokyo as much as possible, and would be most delighted if you have become fans of Japan. Please come back again one day, I miss you, too! Keiko