Joined 2023
Mai T.
Available Areas
Kumamoto (Living)
Languages
English, Japanese (Native)
Response Time
10 hours on average
Availability Updated
Today
About Tour Guide Mai T.
Thank you for reading my profile.
I am Mai living in Kumamoto, Kyusyu. I grew up in Kumamoto and studied and worked in overseas, such as China, America, South America and Europe for the F&B and food business. Also I used to work as Kurabito (Japanese sake brewer) in the traditional sake brewery.
So If you are looking for somebody, bring you to the best gourmet spots that are not in guide book, please contact me. I am the Sake sommelier, so if you are interested to experience and understand Japanese sake and culture, especially for I can be your guide.
All my life until now I practice martial arts such as Kendo and Iaido.
If you are Katana (Japanese sword) or martial arts lover, I can guide you to the right place.
Beside of food and sword, Kumamoto has breathtaking nature and verity of Onsen.
If you are interested, please contact me.
I will be your best guide for Kumamoto.
English and casual conversation of Chinese is available.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Kumamoto One Piece 8 Statue Tour
*Please contact me before booking! *If the date is closed, please contact me. I may able to arrange the tour with your preferred date. There are 10 One Piece statues ( Luffy, Chopper, Zoro, Sanji, Nami, Robin, Usopp, Jinbe, Franky and Brook) in all over Kumamoto prefecture. You will visit some of them or all of them with your private tour guide. If you are traveling on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Japanese national holidays, you have the chance to take the Sunny-go train during the tour.
Kumamoto Highlight One day Tour
This tour will guide you to the most popular sightseeing spots in Kumamoto city center. You can also enjoy the popular local restaurant, craftsman shop, sake brewery and etc. This one day tour contain historical and modern site of Kumamoto city.
Kumamoto One Day Tour for You
Kumamoto is located in center of Kyusyu, here is still existing Japanese countryside life and nature. There are so many beautiful and cultural cities as Amakusa, Hitoyoshi, Kuma, Aso, Yamaga and etc. If you love nature, food & drink, onsen, seafood and Japanese countryside life, Kumamoto is where you should visit. *Available to pick up at Kumamoto airport, Kumamoto port, Kumamoto station and Yatsushiro port
Mt. Aso Day Tour from Kumamoto city
A tour of Mt. Aso offers a unique blend of adventure, natural beauty, and cultural experiences, making it a must-visit destination in Kyushu! This tour offer in English. Depends on your request, I can customize the tour for you. (Daikanbo, private onsen with Mt.Aso view, Nabegataki waterfall, Kikuchi Gorge, Mazeno gorge, horse back riding in Mt.Aso, Aso Shrine and etc).
Kumamoto City Half Day Tour
This tour offers a well-rounded experience of Kumamoto City's historical, cultural, and culinary highlights, ensuring an enriching and memorable half-day exploration. *Available to pick up at Kumamoto airport, Kumamoto port, Kumamoto station and Yatsushiro port
Takachiho Day Tour from Kumamoto
Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Takachiho with one-day tour from Kumamoto. Nestled in the heart of Miyazaki Prefecture, Takachiho is renowned for its stunning natural landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and enchanting mythological connections. This day trip offers a perfect blend of awe-inspiring scenery and deep-rooted tradition, making it an ideal getaway for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.
Reviews
“Great tour! (All 10 One Piece Statues)”
Our group of three had a great experience visiting all of the One Piece statues with Mai. Mai is a Kumamoto local so knows the area very well, and is very down to earth and a friendly tour giver. We learned a lot about the history of various areas, and also present day trivia (for example, about the sweet potato mascot in Zoro's area and how there is the country's only sweet potato vending machine at the rest stop where his figures are sold!) We mostly wanted to just take a few photos at each stop and then move on, but if we wanted to spend extra time to look around or buy food Mai never once rushed us. We all tried our first ever Kyushu-area ramen at a local mom-and-pop restaurant that Mai recommended - an excellent hidden gem away from your normal tourist areas. All-in-all the complete tour took about 8 hours including the stop for lunch so exactly within the time estimates given. I would 1000% recommend booking Mai for your next private tour. I know I definitely will if we're ever in the area again. Thank you Mai!
“The SUPER One Piece - All 10 Statues”
Our group did the 10 statues tour in one day, but it was beyond just the One Piece statues. Mai-san was punctual to pick us up at our hotel, and despite the full schedule didn't rush us at any of the locations whenever we wanted to spend a little more time taking photos or just appreciating the landscape. The car driving, when going to each statue, was also very comfortable. In each region, Mai-san taugh us about its tradition, culture and livestyle. It was an outstanding tour, and Mai-san was amazing in providing the most excellent tour throughout the Kumamoto region.
“Outstanding Customized Tour -- HIGHLY RECOMMENDED”
Mai provide an outstanding customized tour of Aso National Park, including a hike, and a journey through the countryside that included a lunch stop in a historic restaurant that has been around since the Meji Restoration period -- plus a visit to a mountain shrine and a sake brewery. She also worked with me in advance to plan for this itinerary. She provides an outstanding tour and is also a great conversationalist, and I highly recommend her as one of the best tour guides in Japan.
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