Joined 2023
Hiromi O.
Available Areas
Yamagata (Living)
Languages
Japanese (Native), English
Response Time
7 hours on average
Availability Updated
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About Tour Guide Hiromi O.
I'm a National Licensed Guide Interpreter based in Tsuruoka City, Yamagata Prefecture. After working for a global investment bank in Tokyo, I returned to my hometown to reconnect with nature and a slower pace of life.
Yamagata is a wonderful destination for those who appreciate nature and rural charm. Tsuruoka and its surrounding area, nestled between the Sea of Japan and scenic mountain ranges, offer cultural experiences you won't find anywhere else. Highlights include visiting temples of Sokushinbutsu (self-mummified monks), climbing 2,446 stone steps to the summit of a sacred mountain, encountering the mystical world of jellyfish, enjoying a rich culinary heritage, exploring local crafts, and much more.
I truly love my hometown and am passionate about helping visitors create unforgettable memories here. I look forward to meeting you and sharing the beauty and culture of Tsuruoka!
<How to get Tsuruoka from Tokyo>
By JR - Take the Joetsu Shinkansen from Tokyo to Niigata, then transfer to the Limited Express Inaho bound for Tsuruoka. The total journey takes about 4 hours from JR Tokyo Station.
By bus - Overnight buses depart around 10 PM from Shinjuku and Shibuya in Tokyo, arriving in Tsuruoka around 6 AM. Please check the bus company’s website for details.
By air - ANA operates direct flights between Haneda Airport and Shonai Airport approximately five times a day.
Important
**For my Car Tours**
Please note that I set the maximum number of guests at 2, to ensure comfort and allow space for luggage, as my car is not very large. However, if there are 3 people with minimal luggage, it may be possible to accommodate all three. In that case, please consult with me in advance before booking.
**Akita tour available**
I can guide you in Akita prefecture if you pay my public transportation fee to Akita.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Categories
Mt. Haguro Pilgrimage Hike via 2,446 stone steps & Shojin Ryori Vegetarian Lunch
Mt. Haguro Pilgrimage Hike via 2,446 stone steps & Shojin Ryori Vegetarian Lunch
Mt. Haguro Pilgrimage Hike via 2,446 stone steps (no lunch)
Mt. Haguro Pilgrimage Hike via 2,446 stone steps (no lunch)
Samurai Silk and History of Shonai Domain
Samurai Silk and History of Shonai Domain
Mystical Journey to Mt. Yudono and the Self-Mummified Monks of Tsuruoka
Mystical Journey to Mt. Yudono and the Self-Mummified Monks of Tsuruoka
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