Joined 2015
Michiko M.
Available Areas
Tokyo, Kamakura, Hakone, Nikko, Yokohama
Languages
English
Response Time
10 hours on average
Availability Updated
3 days ago
About Tour Guide Michiko M.
Hello, I'm Michiko. I was born and grew up in Shinjuku, Tokyo, so I know the city very well.I may guide you to must see sites in Tokyo, such as Sensouji temple in Asakusa, Meiji shrine, Imperial Palace, etc.
Also, I will accept your special requests. For example, exploring unique bars, animal cafes and one day trip to Hakone, Kamakura, Yokohama or Nikko.
Please contact me!
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Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Categories
Must see places in Tokyo
This tour covers major sightseeing spots, Tsukiji outer-Market, Hamarikyu traditional garden, and Asakusa in 5 hours. The outer market has many retail shops and sushi restaurants, so you can still enjoy the bustling market street. After feeling the energy of the market, we move to a beautiful traditional garden, Hamarikyu. It was once a palace and garden of Tokugawa shoguns. From the garden, we ride on a water bus that runs to Asakusa. Please enjoy a one-hour Sumida river cruise to Asakusa.
Unique bar-hopping tour
Do you like to drink alcohol? Are you curious about Japanese unique bars which you can't find in any other country? Why don't you join my unique bar-hopping tour? There are two types of bars. One is small old bars, but feel comfortable and nostalgic for the '50s. You can have a conversation with the locals and salarymen. The other is themed bars, one of the most famous bars are Ninjya Tokyo and Shinjuku
Full day tour in Tokyo
The tour covers major sightseeing spots in Tokyo for one day by the most efficient transportation, the subway. You will see the most famous Shrine and Temple a day, So you learn the differences between them. Also, you will visit three different types of towns, Harajuku, Ginza, and Asakusa. Probably the highlight of the tour is The Imperial Palace East Gardens, where you can see the remains of the Edo Castle and the beautiful Japanese gardens.
Kagurazaka, a hidden gem town walking
This is a half-day tour exploring of the Tokyo's oldest and most beautiful feudal lord gardens, Koishikawa-Korakuen and the neighbouring town. Kagurazaka is sometimes called "Tokyo's small Kyoto" or "Paris in Tokyo". It is a very attractive town, which combines both an old and international atmosphere. You may have a chance to hear traditional songs accompanied by a shamisen, a traditional Japanese instrument when you stroll the back allies. There are more than 100 restaurants and bars.
One day tour to Hakone from Tokyo
Even if you are staying in a hotel in Tokyo, you can have a one-day trip to encounter great nature, volcanic mountains, gorges, forests, and the lake. If the weather permits, Mt.Fuji can be seen at several points, ( 2 points from the ropeway, Owakudani, a pirate ship on Lake Ashi, or walking by the Lakeside.) You can go around Hakone with all the different types of vehicles and enjoy the outdoor museum.
One-day trip to kamakura
One day tour to discover the old samurai's city, Kamakura, located only a one-hour train ride from Tokyo. Kamakura was once a seat of Kamakura Shogunate. There are many Zen Buddhist temples and beautiful shrines. Kamakura is a popular place to spend a day even for Tokyo residents. Mountains and the ocean surround the city, you can relax in nature and learn about Japanese history and Samurai Culture.
Reviews
“Amazing experience”
Couldn’t put into words how much of a great time we had! Michiko showed us around Shinjuku, all the shopping centers, had great street food, and ended our tour with some bar hopping over at Golden Gai. We shared some great stories & great laughs together. Amazing experience!
Michiko M.
Hi Angel and Edwin, Thank you for sending me an excellent review with photos. I'm glad to know you enjoyed the time with me in Shinjuku. Did you visit another bar at Golden Gai and stay until midnight? I hope you enjoy the rest of your time in Tokyo and Thailand! If you have a chance to come back, please get in touch with me again. Michiko
“Wonderful 2 days in Tokyo ”
Three of us had 2 days to spend touring Tokyo. We had the honor and delight of being shown Tokyo highlights by Michiko. She was extremely knowledgeable, very patient, and accommodating. We appreciated that she was willing and able to adjust our schedule according to our whims. Michiko knows the city well and provided us with excellent instructions on using the train system. When we had special requests for shopping needs she guided us to quality shops without hesitation. We highly recommend Michiko as a guide and will hire her when we return to Japan.
Michiko M.
Dear Carol, Wendi, and Penny I'm glad to get an excellent review from you! Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to write this review. I enjoyed the time sharing with you. I especially enjoyed the delicious fresh foods at Tsukiji. I hope you are enjoying the nature tour in Japan! Take care and have fun! Michiko
“Lovely day with Michiko”
We enjoyed a wonderful day tour with Michiko. She tailored an itinerary for us and then happily rearranged the tour on-the-fly as things caught our eye! She was also happy to train us in the subleties of the Tokyo Metro - which helped us out for the rest of our visit. Highly recommended.
Michiko M.
Dear Brett, Thank you very much for taking the time out of your busy schedule to write this review. I'm glad my advice helped you use subways in Tokyo. I hope you are having a pleasant holiday in the U.S. Michiko
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