Vikki W.
Available Areas
Aomori (Living)
Languages
English (Native)
Response Time
4 hours on average
Availability Updated
2 days ago
About Tour Guide Vikki W.
Hello, it's nice to meet you! I'm originally from Australia but have lived in Aomori prefecture for 20 years. Needless to say, I love it here! Let's explore the history and beautiful nature of Aomori together. Depending on the time of year, we can also enjoy seasonal activities such as: Nebuta festival or cherry blossom viewing. And don't forget the local delicacies like: apples, corn and sake. If there's anything in particular you'd like to do, please let me know!
Speaking of food, as a vegetarian, I know that finding food can be difficult in the regional areas of Japan. I can advise you on where and what to eat.
I'm looking forward to showing you around my adopted home.
Important
I can't work every Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday due to other commitments. However, feel free to contact me if you're interested in a tour on a day that's blocked on my calendar. I may be available!
Please note, I'm not usually available from mid October to the end of March.
Tours
Aomori on foot - Shrines, Ferries and Sake!
Let's explore the area around Aomori station to learn some of the history of this interesting city. See the ferry that used to carry trains and passengers to Hokkaido. Visit the oldest shrine in Aomori city. Shop for local delicacies. Try some of the local sake.
Visit the fascinating Sannai Maruyama
Discover the fascinating culture of the Jomon people who lived in Japan during the Neolithic (stone age) period. At this important site, we will walk through a reconstructed village to learn about daily life. Later, we'll go through the museum to see original artifacts found at Sannai Maruyama. I'm looking forward to showing you around one of my favourite places!
Vikki W. Japan Tour Reviews
“Perfect guide for a visit to Sannai Maruyama”
Thiis service is impeccable- our guide Vikki really hew her subject and made it come to life. We visited both the outside village and the museum both a must on a visit to this site. We really appreciated the private tour at a reasonable price that afforded us the luxury of visiting at our own pace. We highly recommend Vikki, her knowledge, professionalism and English as a first language made our day.
Vikki W.
(3 reviews)Thank you Sue. I’m very glad you enjoyed your visit. I also enjoyed meeting everyone and chatting about all and nothing! I hope you enjoy the rest of your trip. Regards, Vikki
Simon F.
Highlights of Aomori - Temples, Festivals & Hot Springs
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“Brilliant Experience”
Right from the outset Vikki provided fast responses and first class personalised tour suggestions. Her communication throughout has been excellent. Our tour was perfection and Vikki was quick personalise a few extra tweaks on the day which made for such an enjoyable experience. We highly recommend Vikki and wouldn’t hesitate to use her again.
Vikki W.
(3 reviews)Hi Simon, I really enjoyed showing you around my adopted home town. You were fun and easy going guests! I was happy you got to enjoy the spring festival and the hot spring. I hope the rest of your trip is just as enjoyable. Regards, Vikki
“Two Amazing Days in Aomori”
We had two days to explore Aomori. We wanted to go to Hirosaki and I contacted Vikki and made arrangements for the tour of Hirosaki for the second day. I mentioned that we were getting into Aomori early in the afternoon on the day before our tour and would she be available for a tour around Aomori. She was willing to meet us the day we arrived and take us to Sannai Maruyama - the Jomon Prehistoric World Heritage Site. What a wonderful site and Vikki was very knowledgeable with the site since she volunteers at the site. she gave us tidbits that most tour guides would not know. When we got back to Aomori, she took us to a shop to get the best Apple Pie in town and gave us a recommendation for a restaurant for dinner that night. The Nepalese/Indian Restaurant was excellent. The next day she picked us up at our hotel and we spent the day in Hirosaki touring the Castle, the Samurai Houses, and going into a textile store. It was absolutely lovely, easy pace/not rushed. We even twisted her arm into joining us for a beer at the local microbrewery when we got back to Aomori. We will tour with Vikki again when we go back to Japan!
Vikki W.
(3 reviews)Hi Chris, I also enjoyed meeting you all and hanging out together. You were fun and your questions kept me on my toes! I’d love to show you around if you’re ever back in northern Japan. I hope you enjoy the rest of your trip. Vikki