Joined 2017
Available Areas
Kyoto, Mie, Nara (Living), Osaka, Wakayama, Kobe
Languages
English
Response Time
3 hours on average
Availability Updated
1 day ago
Lived in Chicago (5 years), Toronto (1 year), Singapore (2 years), Indonesia (4 years) and Birmingham, UK (11 years) to construct business platform, now retired after 40
years employment in Japan. Dynamic tour guide who develops many different ways along with rich experience overseas to entertain large or small tour groups. Enjoys the interaction with tour groups, very strong group presentation and communication skills, finds each guest question as an opportunity to learn anything new. Constantly learning information about each tour spot to enhance tours. Guided 9,330 guests all over the world across Japan as of June 30, 2025 since Feb 2015.
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Olle L.
“Mike is a powerhouse”
Thank you Mike for battling the humidity and heat of Kyoto with perfect honour. You gave is great insights in Kyoto och Japanese culture and traditions and we hope we can come back and experience your beatiful country again
Masahisa M.
Olle Thank you for coming all the way from the beautiful land of lakes, greenery, and the mesmerizing aurora—a country admired by all. Here in Kyoto, where we were struck by an unseasonal heatwave, I can only imagine how exhausting it must have been for you all. I sincerely hope you all returned home safely. Thanks Masahisa
Keith W.
“Terrific Osaka tour”
Mike was a great tour guide for my son and I! He communicated a detailed plan before our trip, and was flexible to our needs. Mike kept up a running commentary on interesting facts and features for all the places we visited, and kept a perfect pace for us. He made excellent use of public transit all day long, and we got to see all the things we wanted. Highly recommend!
Masahisa M.
Keith Many thanks for coming all this way. Today turned out to be an unseasonably warm summer day, and I imagine you must be quite tired. Next time, please visit with your wife and daughter. Wish you safe return home with pleasant memory. Thanks Masahisa
Abel G.
“Exactly what we were looking for!”
Masahisa did a fantastic job guiding us in Kyoto, optimal scedule tailored to our needs. He shared his deep knowledge of arts and culture and did it all in an entertaining way.
Masahisa M.
Abel When I was together with your family, I was reminiscing about the Széchenyi Chain Bridge, the Royal Palace, the Parliament Building, and the floating restaurant that I visited several times. Thank you so much for coming all the way from the beautiful 'Pearl of the Danube.' Thanks Masahisa