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Joined 2024
Mayu A.
Available Areas
Hokkaido (Living), Furano / Biei, Other Hokkaido Locations
Languages
English, Spanish, Japanese (Native)
Response Time
2 hours on average
Availability Updated
2 days ago
About Tour Guide Mayu A.
Hi, I am Mayu. I can speak English and Spanish (for guiding my Spanish needs to be polished. But I can communicate). I have had experiences as a tour leader for groups of Japanese tourists to foreign countries and foreign tourists in Japan, Tokyo, Osaka. Kyoto, Hiroshima, Kanazawa and many other cities.
I live in Hokkaido. My tours are around my city, Asahikawa. But I can customize your plan and take you around Japan. (Please let me know 2 weeks before your plan.) Even if my days are not available on my calendar, I could arrange them for you. So please ask me for availability.
I like hiking and cycling. If you are interested in those things, I will make a plan for you.
I am looking forward to showing you around Japan.
Important note:Please take a travel insurance if you take my driving guide tour. Your insurance detail is required.
Hola, Me llamo Mayu. Soy guia turistica. Puedo comunicar bien en Español. Pero tal vez no sería suficiente para hacer turismo. Si le gusta que le guie, después de comunicar con usted, será un placer.
Important
I can guide you in all Japan if you pay my transportation and accommodation fee.
I could be available even blocked days on my calendar. Please ask me for my availability.
In Sep. and Oct. 2025 I will not be able to adjust my schedule.
Puedo guiarle todos partes de japon si me paga mis transportes y hospedajes.Pregunteme por mi disponibilidad por favor.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
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1day tour from Asahikawa to Biei and Furano
Starting from Asahikawa , you can visit Patchwork hills, Blue pond, Tomita lavender farm, Furano winery and Furano cheese factory. Enjoy great vast nature view of Hokkaido only with your travel members!! NOTE:Pick up service from Sapporo costs additional US$250 Activities such as a cheese, butter or icecream making are not included. It costs from 1300 yen and diffrent time tables. Please let me know if you are interested in.
1day tour from Asahikawa to Biei and Furano
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Half day tour of Biei from Asahikawa
Starting from Asahikawa Station, you can visit Patch work RD, take some pictures of Seven-star tree, Ken & Mary tree. Next drive to Blue pond. Take a little walk and enjoy the magnificent view. After that visit Shirahige falls and finally to Tokachidake Bogakudai observation, enjoy the view of Tokachi mountain range and a panoramic view of Asahikawa and Furano. Even if it is closed on my calendar, Monday and Saturday
Half day tour of Biei from Asahikawa
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From Asahikawa to Shiretoko
Starting from Asahikawa, you can visit Sounkyo, a sunflower field(only in summer), Road to the sky, Oshinkoshin water falls, Shiretoko five lakes（only in summer） and Shiretoko pass. Enjoy great view of vast Hokkaido. This tour ends in Shiretoko. Note; You can visit Sounkyo ice falls festival instead of Shiretoko five lakes and Shiretoko pass in winter.
From Asahikawa to Shiretoko
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From Asahikawa to Lake Shikotsu, Noboribetsu & Lake Toya
Enjoy a long drive with a vast view. First you can visit a sunflower park until（ the mid-Aug.), next, Lake Shikotsu, Noboribetsu where you can see active volcanic areas, Hell valley and mud pools. Lastly visit Lake Toya. You can take a gondola and see a great view from Mt. Usu. Stay in Lake Toya area and enjoy fireworks at night.
From Asahikawa to Lake Shikotsu, Noboribetsu & Lake Toya
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Asahiyama Zoo, Sake brewery & Japanese drum experience(English or Spanish)
[ **Japanese drum experience is available from Monday-Thursday.] First, visit Asahiyama Zoo which shows habitants of animals as wild as they are. Then learn about Japanese sake and enjoy tasting. Lastly, play and feel Japanese soul. You can learn how to play Japanese drums at drum school with the biggest drum in Hokkaido (made of 800 year old tree). At the end, you can have a drum session with instructor. You'll be surprised how hard you can hit it and at its vibes.
Asahiyama Zoo, Sake brewery & Japanese drum experience(English or Spanish)
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Cycling（summer only） and snow shoe Hiking in Asahikawa
Starting from Asahikawa station, you can visit Arashiyama(253m high) by bike and hike there. You can hike with a snow shoe In winter. Enjoy panoramic view of Asahikawa and learn a little bit of the Ainu people, native people of Hokkaido. After hiking, you can visit some artistic shops in Arashiyama. You can experience tea ceremony, glass artwork or pottery if you like. Note: Glass artwork and pottery are recommended for expats of Japan. You cannot take your work with you on the day you make it.
Cycling（summer only） and snow shoe Hiking in Asahikawa
Reviews
Thomas K.
“Excellent tour with Mayu”
We had a wonderful tour with Mayu. The sites we visited in Furano and Biei were very interesting, and Mayu’s guidance enhanced our experience and enjoyment of these places. She was also a kind, pleasant, and friendly person, it was very enjoyable to talk with her. We had such a great day. Thank you Mayu!
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Mayu A.
I am glad to hear that you enjoyed the day. I enjoyed that day and our conversation,.too. I hope that you did not get heavy rain in Tokyo. If you get a chance to visit Hokkaido again,.my mom and I will welcome you with Oden. : )
Dianne P.
“Wholeheartedly Recommended”
Mayu was an exceptional guide who provided the perfect introduction to Asahikawa for our family. Her warm, friendly personality made her a delightful companion throughout our entire day together. What truly set Mayu apart was her attentiveness to our preferences and her willingness to go above and beyond. She thoughtfully tailored our itinerary to match our interests and provided invaluable assistance, including spontaneous translation during our cheese-making course when we needed it most! As a well-traveled individual herself, Mayu brought wonderful insights and engaging conversation that enriched our experience beyond just the sightseeing. Her knowledge and perspective added depth to our understanding of the local culture. We wholeheartedly recommend Mayu to anyone visiting Asahikawa and hope to have the opportunity to explore with her again on a future visit.
Mayu A.
Thank you so much for your great coment about the tour. I enjoyed talking with you all and learned about Australia. You came to this area at the best time. Now it is soo hot. Since you love Hokkaido, if you get a chance to come to Hokkaido, please let me know. I will invite you to dinner at my house.
Jeanine P.
“Perfect day exploring Biei and Furano”
After getting a headache trying to figure out how to use the Lavender train and buses to get around Biei and Furano, I threw in the towel and decided a guide would be the less frustrating and more efficient way to go. BEST DECISION EVER!!! My 2 kids and I had an AMAZING day in Biei and Furano with Mayu. I LOVED Mayu's energy and demeanor from the get go. Her knowledge of the area and history brought the area to life! She is also very flexible and kindly accommodated me when I wanted to visit a flower farm we were driving by that was not on the itinerary. We really enjoyed her company, it felt like we were driving around with a friend. Mayu is an excellent, safe driver, and the ride in her cute car was smooth and comfortable. The kids (12 and 15) liked her a lot - which is a great endorsement! I HIGHLY recommend Mayu's tours, you will have a WONDERFUL day wherever you go! A++++++++++++++++++
Mayu A.
Thank you so much for your nice review about my tour. It was fun to spend the day with you and your kids and I learned things about the U.S. through our converstation and enjoyed it. I will remember that your kids had a trouble with bugs and the green fat caterpillar. I am really glad to hear that you enjoyed the day. Pleaae keep traveling safely and have fun.
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