Joined 2023
Maki K.
Available Areas
Chiba (Living), Tokyo
Languages
English, Japanese (Native)
Response Time
6 hours on average
Availability Updated
1 day ago
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About Tour Guide Maki K.
Hello!
I'm Maki. Nice to meet you.
I used to work at a travel agency as a tour escort so I have traveled to more than 50 countries and all 47 prefectures in Japan.
When I came back to Japan from abroad, I always noticed virtues and points to be admired in Japan anew.
I'm thrilled to introduce such kinds of stories and favorite spots to you.
I like bar hopping, cooking, history, and outdoor activities such as camping, cycling.
I have a licence of International Sake Sommlier and Wine Expert. I'm happy if I would have a chance to introduce you about sake and wine. Let's have fun together!
Important
I'm basically available on Tuesdays, Thursday, weekends and Japanese National Holidays.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Tokyo Ginza Then and Now (Izakaya hopping tour in 3 hours)
You want to experience Izakaya like locals? Are you a little reluctant to drink in Shinjuku Kabukicho or the youth town of Shibuya? If so, I recommend Ginza, Yurakucho area! The area has some different profiles. There are deep izakaya alleys underneath the JR railways that retain a postwar atmosphere and also high-end streets where the district became first westernized after the Edo period. You can enjoy 2 very different types of drinking spots while touching about the history.
Tokyo 1day sightseeing tour
Want to visit the must-see spots efficiently in one day in Tokyo? Then this tour is for you. Here I show the model plan, but you have many alternative choices. You can freely request your preferred spots (4-5 choices). I'll create the best tour considering your hotel location.
Tokyo Shitamachi Tour - Fukagawa -
Shitamachi literally means "downtown", but it is a Japanese term often used to describe old traditional towns located in Eastern Tokyo. The famous Shitamachi areas include Asakusa, Yanaka, Fukagawa, and more. In this tour, I feature Fukagawa. We visit Fukagawa Fudoson temple, Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine (not in Kamakura), Fukagawa Edo Museum, and Kiyosumi Garden. You can also enjoy town strolling in the Shitamachi atmosphere.
Let's explore genuine made-in Japan products in Nihonbashi!
During the Edo period, Nihonbashi was the starting point of the Five Roads that connected Tokyo with other areas, a place where a fish market was held, and a town of merchants. Many long-established stores still exist. Let's explore authentic Japanese souvenirs in Nihonbashi. Also, enjoy eating around Ningyocho, which is a performing arts town along with Asakusa and has many long-established gourmet restaurants.
Family Friendly Tour in Tokyo
Mom and Dad want to see sightseeing spots, but kids get bored... I will solve such problems. A fun tour for both adults and children! The itinerary is just an example. Please let me know your interest.
ASAKUSA More Deeply!
Want to know more about Asakusa? In Asakusa, the regular tour includes Kaminari Mon, Nakamise shopping street, the five-story pagoda, and the main hall. It takes about 1 hour. In this tour, we spend half a day in Asakusa for those who want to know Asakusa more deeply. I take the double time (2 hours) and show the places that tourists don't usually visit. The next 2 hours are up to you. I will arrange it as you like.
Reviews
Gary W.
For Gary and Jenny Izakaya Tour plus hotel pick up
Customized
“First evening in Tokyo ”
Maki met us at our hotel (after we had been in Tokyo for only 4hours on our first day of our trip )to guide us to local food and drinks near our hotel. It was a total success as Maki guided us through very busy areas to a great restaurant for tempura/sushi , beers and wine. She was great company (very fluent English) and showed us a lot in a short time which set up our next days in Tokyo. We even went back to the restaurant on our own later in our stay.
Maki K.
(6 reviews)Thank you for taking time to write a review. I was so glad that my introduction could help you a little. I hope your ongoing travel will be memorable and pleasant! Maki
Hilary W.
Tokyo Ginza Then and Now (Izakaya hopping tour in 3 hours)
“Izakaya and Sake!”
Maki is an engaging guide; friendly and interesting. She took us to a local Izakaya, smoothing the way to explore various food and drink choices. As a sommelier, she was well placed to advise and instruct on Sake which we knew very little about. After our delicious dinner we went on to a beer hall which had many offerings. We concluded the evening with a walk in the beautiful and peaceful gardens atop Ginza 6. Lovely evening Maki. Thank you
Maki K.
(6 reviews)Thank you for your wonderful review. The two of you are best friends who can speak their minds to each other, and it was a really fun night, as I felt like I was included in your group. Thank you very much.
“Fantastic start to our holiday in Japan! ”
It is our first time in Japan & our first time in Tokyo. Although we like to be independent, we thought a guide would be good for our first day in Tokyo. Maki was excellent! She was extremely polite & helpful & made our integration into Japanese culture very easy. Maki has excellent knowledge for getting around Tokyo & was very informative about Japanese history. Her English is also very good. We would highly recommend Maki to any visitors to Tokyo & are very happy to give her a 5 star rating. Highly recommended!!!
Maki K.
(6 reviews)Robert and Karen san, Thank you for writing a wonderful review! I also enjoyed spending time wiuh both of you. Enjoy your ongoing trip! Maki
