Joined 2024
Ken T.
Available Areas
Chiba, Tokyo (Living), Yokohama
Languages
English, Japanese (Native)
Response Time
3 hours on average
Availability Updated
1 day ago
About Tour Guide Ken T.
Hello! My name is Ken (Kenichi), and I’m a professional tour guide specializing in private car tours throughout Tokyo and nearby regions. As of April 2025, I’ve guided over 1,600 foreign travelers (340+ tours), offering comfortable, customized experiences by car.
With over 30 years of work experience in both Japanese and international companies in Tokyo, I’ve gained deep insights into the city and its hidden gems. I’m also an avid traveler, having visited famous destinations across Japan and more than 40 countries worldwide.
I understand the challenges many first-time visitors face in Japan, especially when navigating the busy and complex city of Tokyo.
That’s why I focus on private car tours, which allow you to explore more places in less time, all in comfort and without the stress of public transportation. My tours are fully customized to your needs and include an experienced driver — my wife — so you can relax while I guide you through each location.
Whether you’re looking for iconic landmarks, quiet gardens, or local culture, I’ll create an efficient and enjoyable itinerary just for you.
I look forward to helping make your visit to Japan smooth, memorable, and deeply rewarding.
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Categories
Tokyo Highlights (Car+Driver+Guide) Luxury & Time Saving
Tokyo Highlights (Car+Driver+Guide) Luxury & Time Saving
Shinjuku & Shibuya Night Tour: Explore Tokyo’s Neon Wonderland
Shinjuku & Shibuya Night Tour: Explore Tokyo’s Neon Wonderland
Must-See Spots in Tokyo Downtown for First-Time Travelers
Must-See Spots in Tokyo Downtown for First-Time Travelers
One Iconic Spot, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Asakusa, Tsukiji and others
One Iconic Spot, Shinjuku, Shibuya, Asakusa, Tsukiji and others
Narita-San & Airport (Car+Driver+Guide) : Luxury Farewell to Japan
Narita-San & Airport (Car+Driver+Guide) : Luxury Farewell to Japan
Cruise to Tokyo Hilights (Car+Driver+Guide) Quick Explore Iconic Sites
Cruise to Tokyo Hilights (Car+Driver+Guide) Quick Explore Iconic Sites
Reviews
Zachary A.
“Tour of Tokyo ”
Ken and his wife were wonderful! Our family of 4 had a great time touring Tokyo before heading to the airport. Ken was accommodating and very friendly. We highly recommend using Ken as your guide.
Ken T.
Dear Zachary, Thank you so much for your kind review! It was our pleasure to guide your lovely family through Tokyo before your flight. We're glad to hear you had a great time — we truly enjoyed spending the day with you all. Wishing you safe travels and many more wonderful adventures. We hope to see you again someday in Japan! Warm regards, Ken & Sachi
Narelle D.
“An amazing introduction to Tokyo - HIGHLY recommend!!!!!!”
We did an all day tour if Tokyo with Ken (with his wife driving). This was our first day of exploring Tokyo after attending a conference for a few days. It was such a fantastic way to get to know the city and to learn about its cultures and customs. We loved everything about it - the Sky tower, a cruise through some local shops, a beautiful lunch, the main shrine, the matcha tea ceremony and Hama-rikyu gardens. It was wonderful to learn from Ken about the cultural practices at the shrine and this gave us a real insight that we were able to use for the remainder of our travels throughout Japan. Doing the driving tour was perfect for us as it was so time efficient, enabling us to cover a lot of ground in this VERY busy city. Ken and his wife were an absolute delight to spend time with and we very much felt like we were being introduced to this fabulous city by proud locals. He is also a fabulous photographer - it certainly beats doing selfies (thanks Ken!). Thank you very much Ken and Shanko for a wonderful introduction to your fabulous country.
Ken T.
Dear Narelle & Andrew , Thank you so much for your wonderful review. It truly made our day! It was such a pleasure to guide you around Tokyo on your first day of exploring the city. We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed every part of the tour—from the Sky Tree to the serene Hama-rikyu Gardens, the matcha experience, and the cultural visit to the shrine. It means a lot to us that our explanations helped you better understand Japanese customs and added value to the rest of your journey. And thank you for your kind words about the photos—I’m delighted that you liked them more than selfies! Please know that you’re always welcome here in Japan—I’d love to see you again someday. With warmest regards, Ken
Juliette M.
“Don’t miss the opportunity to meet Ken!”
Having met Ken on our first day in Tokyo following a long flight, we were so grateful for his care and attention, interesting stories and genuine passion for his country. He expertly curated a private tour for us including an incredible and authentic sushi lunch. Highly recommended.
Ken T.
Dear Juliette, Thank you so much for your kind words! It was a true pleasure meeting you on your first day in Tokyo. I’m so glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and the sushi lunch — I always try to make the experience both authentic and comfortable, especially after a long flight. Your warm feedback means a lot to me. I hope the rest of your trip in Japan was just as memorable. Please do visit again someday — I’d love to guide you once more! Warmest regards, Ken
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