Joined 2024
Grant A.
Available Areas
Tokyo (Living)
Languages
English (Native), Japanese
Response Time
1 hour on average
Availability Updated
Today
About Tour Guide Grant A.
*Bookings for cherry blossom season are full; if the date on the calendar is greyed out I am not available*
Hello! My name is Grant, and I’ve spent over a decade living and exploring Japan. Originally from Omaha, Nebraska, I first came to Japan as a high school exchange student in Inuyama, a historic castle town in Aichi. My love for Japan began early—sparked by childhood games like Pokémon that were released in Japanese before English. This passion led me to pass the N2 Japanese Language Proficiency Test in 2018, study at language schools across Japan, and graduate from the Japan Visual Media Translation Academy.
I’ve traveled to every prefecture in Japan, often using unlimited rail passes to explore castles, historic sites, and regional specialties.
I hold a degree in Asian Studies from a Tokyo university, and my extensive experience living in Tokyo has made me an expert on the city’s transportation system, hidden gems, and affordable eats. With over 30 visits to Kyoto, I have deep knowledge of its historical sites and the broader cultural landscape of Japan. I studied at Japanese language school in Kyoto. I visited all the world heritage sites in Kyoto and have a lot of knowledge on the history of Japan. I can provide tours of Kyoto or places outside of Tokyo for an additional transportation fee.
Tour options:
Half-Day Tour: 20,000 yen (4 hours)
Full-Day Tour: 40,000 yen (8 hours)
Full-Day Tour Outside of Tokyo: 40,000 yen plus transportation expense
Important
My tours focus on the Tokyo subway and rail-accessible locations. I am not able to provide a driver on this site.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Categories
Ginza Line Tour
Explore Tokyo’s top sights on this adaptable Ginza Line tour with the 600 yen Metro day pass. Visit Asakusa’s Sensoji Temple and Kaminarimon Gate, then enjoy Ueno’s street food scene. Discover Ginza’s luxury vibe, including a whiskey experience, and dive into Shibuya with its famous Crossing, anime shops, and Nintendo Store. The tour blends highlights like Ueno food, Ginza whiskey, and Shibuya anime tours, offering flexibility to match your interests.
Shinjuku Half-Day Tour
See the highlights of Shinjuku in half a day—Meiji Jingu Shrine near Harajuku station, Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, and finally Kabukicho with a large Godzilla behind the Toho cinema.
Asakusa and Ueno, Taito Ward Half-Day Tour
Experience Tokyo's highlights in my half-day tour. Begin at Kaminarimon, the gate to Sensoji Temple. Wander Nakamise-dori's historic stalls. Marvel at Sensoji and its towering pagoda. Next, ascend the Tokyo Skytree, offering stunning city views. Conclude at Tokyo Skytree Town, where you can explore shops, dine, and visit the Pokémon Center.
Shibuya Anime Half-Day Tour
Embark on an anime lover's adventure through Shibuya! Start at the One Piece Straw Hat Store to find exclusive treasures from the Grand Line. Recharge at Torahebi with a cup of their premium roast coffee. Head to Parco's 6th floor, where you'll explore the Nintendo Store and Pokémon Center, alongside the Jump Store and more. After a delicious lunch, dive into Mandarake's underground anime cave for rare collectibles and finish the tour at Animate for the latest in anime and manga.
Tea Garden and Tsukiji Fish Market Half-day Tour
Relax in Hamarikyu Park, savoring traditional tea amid stunning landscapes. Witness the bustling Tsukiji Fish Market. Discover the heart of Tokyo's rich heritage in these cultural landmarks.
Tokyo Anime Full-day Tour
The Tokyo anime tour covers anime across four iconic districts! Start in Akihabara, the electric heart of otaku culture, then head to Ikebukuro's Sunshine City for an array of anime shops. Discover rare gems at Nakano Broadway, a treasure trove of vintage collectibles. Finally, unleash your inner otaku in Shibuya with must-visit stops like the One Piece Store, Nintendo Store, Mandarake, and Animate. Experience the best anime attractions Tokyo has to offer on this unforgettable journey!
Reviews
Matthew W.
“Best Part of My Japan Trip”
My wife and I recently had our honeymoon in Japan and the first thing we did was this tour with Grant. Grant was amazing and knowledgeable on everything Japanese and Anime. I'm a huge Anime Enthusiast so Grant took us to all the stores for figures and mangas. Without Grant, it would have been hard to navigate the train system, understand proper Japanese culture rules, and everything in between. If you have time, you should definitely do this. If you don't have time, you should make time and do this.
Greg V.
“Amazing two days in Tokyo with Grant. ”
We booked two full back to back days with Grant during our Tokyo visit. Amazing doesn’t quite describe our experience. From the time of booking it felt as if we were meeting a friend who happens to live in Tokyo and agreed to show us around. Grant was helpful with all of our pre-trip questions and truly desired to cater to our needs while there. We shared MANY laughs over the course of the days. Grant truly knows his way around and is a wealth of information but not overload. If you’re a bourbon enthusiast, you’ll be amazed with his knowledge and appreciation of bourbons and whiskeys. We asked him ahead of time if he wanted us to bring any bourbons from the US and were so please to be able to find one that is not available in Japan and one he described as his new favorite. Grant is fluent in Japanese and local culture. Book him without hesitation. We will be back and will book him again. Thank you Grant !
Steve L.
“Great guide!!!”
I contacted Grant about guiding my wife and me around Tokyo. He replied promptly and confirmed he could do it. After confirming our tour, he answered questions about and helped me plan our trip to other parts of Japan. His guidance was invaluable. After touring other parts of Japan, we returned to Tokyo for our tour with Grant. He met us at our hotel and had breakfast with us explaining the itinerary for the day. During our tour we asked if we could go off plans and visit a zoo, which Grant accommodated. The following day we met up with Grant and toured another part of Tokyo. Grant’s knowledge, thoughtfulness, flexibility, and cultural awareness made our trip phenomenal. We visited historically significant places as well as little known modern cultural enclaves that gave us a complete understanding of Tokyo. We highly recommend Grant as a guide. He is awesome!!!
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