About Tour Guide Akemi U.

“A local guide is the way to go! ”

Akemi was an excellent guide for my private tour to Matsushima. I would highly recommend her. She prepared extremely well for the specialist tour about gorintō there. Even before booking she provided information that allowed me to see an important exhibition that would have been closed if I'd stuck with my original date. Akemi arrived early for our excursion which was filled with new discoveries and experiences. Her local knowledge and willingness to ask questions helped me choose the best local omiyage for Japanese friends, eat a delicious lunch, make the most of the exhibition and avoid the large number of tourists where possible. Everything was taken care of. People will be pleasantly surprised if they incorporate the long spiritual history of gorintō - which represent the five elements - into their tours of Matsushima, including their connection to Basho. It adds another dimension to a place with one of the best three views in Japan. Engaging a local guide was the best thing I did on my latest visit to this special part of Japan. Thank-you Akemi for a most memorable day.

“Wonderful day with Akemi in Matsushima”

Akemi was wonderful, would book again. Although one of our group members speaks Japanese he was not familiar with the public transit. Having Akemi to smooth the transportation and help us understand how best to plan some of our future travel was worth the trip fee alone. She went above and beyond getting us a taxi for our group members who had injured a leg and was less mobile. Akemi had very interesting historical and cultural insight she shared with us and accommodated some last minute changes due to mobility and weather. Her English was excellent, she had great options available for our day and made it a lovely experience. Would highly recommend.

Akemi U.

(13 reviews)

Thank you so much your kind review. I hope that you will enjoy the rest of your stay. Have a wonderful day!

“Sendai Walking and Eating”

Akemi is an excellent guide for this tour. She has extensive knowledge of Sendai’s current and historical culture. We had a great time eating dinner at a small - 7 stools - izakaya - the atmosphere and food were wonderful. We would never have found such a place.

Akemi U.

(13 reviews)

Thank you so much for your nice review. I am glad that you and Yoshi enjoyed the restaurant, Kashiko. Please come back again. We also have a nice hot spring resort with beautiful scenery. It was so nice to see you guys.