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Joined 2023
Chiyako H.
Available Areas
Fukuoka (Living)
Languages
English, Japanese (Native)
Response Time
3 hours on average
Availability Updated
2 days ago
About Tour Guide Chiyako H.
I am a licensed guide interpreter. I have seven years of working experience in a foreign company, where I enjoyed communicating with people with various backgrounds. So I love my job as a guide that can broaden my view through direct interaction with foreign visitors.
I have been living in Fukuoka for 20 years. Among several cities I have lived or stayed in before, Fukuoka is the best place with rich nature, history, exciting urban areas and excellent cuisine!
Let me help you fully enjoy your stay in Fukuoka through my tour.
Important
My working days are basically Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, but Saturday is available as well in consulting with my familiy.
I am not available during Obon holidays in mid August and new year holidays.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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History Exploration and Local Town Walking Tour
You would explore the traditional Japanese cultures by visiting the shrine and the temple. A folk museum would also showcase the history of Hakata and some notable craft products that have long been preserved. Hakata doll workshop would give you an in-depth experience of painting your own doll. Please enjoy Hakata local cuisine for lunch! A stroll in a small but bustling local town is another attraction. Walking along the shopping street, you would feel an energetic atmosphere of everyday life.
History Exploration and Local Town Walking Tour
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History Exploration and Relaxing Onsen Tour
This tour is composed of two main attractions; exploring historical structures in "Hakata old town", and immersing yourself in a refreshing hot spring located in the seaport area. Through the first half of the trip, you would experience the traditional townscape with the shrine and temples. The tiredness of walking will be healed by the hot spring bath and local specialty lunch. Please fully enjoy the tradiotional cultures and experiences.
History Exploration and Relaxing Onsen Tour
Reviews
Yin ping C.
“Excellent 2-day custom guided tour experience”
We had a wonderful experience with Chiyako-san as our guide in Fukuoka. She is personable and great to talk to - and well-prepared for the tour. Our visits to the various local and tourists spots, were made more meaningful and enjoyable after learning about the origins and history etc. We would not have enjoyed as much if we have done it on our own. Do I recommend her tour? Yes!
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Chiyako H.
Yin ping -san, and all, Thank you very much again for choosing me as your guide. And I'm truely happy that I could convey the charms of our city. I hope you would come back to Japan sometime in the cherryblossom season:) Best wishes to you and your family! Regards, Chiyako
Margaret H.
“A lovely way to be introduced to a new city”
We had a wonderful time over 2 days exploring Chiyako's home town of Fukuoka with her. It made getting to the feel of an unfamiliar place personal and immediate. Thanks Chiyako!
Chiyako H.
Thank you very much again for choosing Fukuoka as one of your destinations. You were such a great listener with enthusiasm that I could fully share the appeals of my city. I also learned a lot from your insightful feedback and really enjoyed conversation with you two!I hope you could come back to Japan in the future.
Tom R.
“A great day explaining Fukuoka ”
A great tour with Chiyako who was simply exceptional in taking us around the city From early connection to shared communication on planning trip possibilities of things to see Chiyako was brilliant and showed great understanding and insight into creating a tour to suit our interests Chiyako took exceptional care of us on the day with great information and commentary and at the end of our tour Chiyako ensured we were safely back at our hotel Highly recommended - a great guide to show and share the sights of Fukuoka
Chiyako H.
Thank you very much for your warm message! I am pleased that cultural and historical values of Fukuoka were conveyed to you through the tour. I hope you would have another chance to visit here during cherry blossom season.
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